Plantalia is a self-picking farm located on Landbouwweg in Ritthem. In the spring of 2023, they acquired a new plot of land, which is certified organic, allowing them to grow organic vegetables directly. They previously had a location that was in conversion to become organic. The new, larger plot allows them to scale up production and grow a wider variety of crops, including crops that require longer growing periods.
They rely on support from volunteers for tasks like planting and harvesting potatoes, garlic, and onions, as well as weeding. Last season, they grew sunflowers (for eating and oil), Jerusalem artichokes, daikon radish, leeks, bunching onions, and celeriac. They also planted garlic, fall onions, sea kale and spelt, rye/vetch as green manure. They successfully grew a small batch of potatoes and tested with dry beans.
For the upcoming season, they plan to grow all the usual vegetables for their harvest members, plus storage crops like potatoes, onions, and garlic. They are seeking new harvest members to participate in self-picking organic vegetables. Those interested can sign up for a trial month or a full season.
Plantalia also aims to supply seasonal vegetables to local restaurants, caterers, and organic shops, offering unique varieties and prioritizing a short, local supply chain. Interested parties can contact them via email at tuinderij[at]plantalia.nl or by phone at 06 26462790.
What visitors say
The reviewer raves about the freshness of their meal, enjoying salad, tomatoes, and apples harvested that afternoon and served on their plate that evening, calling it a delightful feast.