Floratuin Julianadorp is a flower bulb specialist located in Julianadorp, situated in the largest contiguous flower bulb region in the world. The business features a physical store, a webshop, and a show garden of 7,000 m². A tulip pick-your-own garden is available, allowing visitors to pick their own tulips directly from the field for €0.35 per stem. The tulip garden opens on April 1st and remains open as long as the tulips are in bloom, typically until mid-May. Over 150 varieties of tulips are available for picking in this garden. The show garden and the selection garden are open for viewing from the end of March until mid-May. Admission to the show garden is free of charge, and free parking is available.
The store is open seven days a week according to the following seasonal hours:
- From February 1st to March 30th: Monday to Friday 09:00-17:00, Saturday 10:00-16:00, Sunday closed.
- From March 30th to May 31st: Monday to Saturday 09:00-17:00, Sunday 10:00-17:00.
- June: Closed.
- From July 1st to December 1st: Monday to Friday 09:00-17:00, Saturday 10:00-16:00, Sunday closed.
- December: Open with a Christmas drive-thru.
- From December 20th to February 1st: Closed.
The shop and webshop offer a wide range of flower bulbs, including over 300 varieties of spring and summer bloomers. Spring-flowering bulbs (such as tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, crocuses, and alliums) are available for pre-order from April to December, with shipping starting at the end of August. Summer-flowering bulbs (such as dahlias, begonias, and anemones) are available from January to May, with shipping starting at the end of February. The business offers free delivery in the Netherlands and Germany for orders over €100. The show garden is planted on a sandy soil and is not entirely wheelchair accessible, though the shop is. Payment options include cash, debit cards, and contactless mobile payments.
What visitors say
This self-picking farm offers a delightful experience for flower enthusiasts and families alike, particularly praised for its extensive “pick-your-own” tulip garden. Visitors, including children, cherish the unique opportunity to select and cut their own fresh tulips, typically priced between 25 and 35 cents per stem. Beyond the hands-on picking, the farm features beautifully arranged show gardens, displaying a stunning diversity of over 200 tulip varieties, alongside narcissus, hyacinths, and other seasonal bulbs, many boasting exotic names. This allows guests to appreciate the flowers in full bloom before deciding which bulbs to purchase.
The establishment is also highly regarded for its wide assortment of flower bulbs available, either for immediate purchase or through pre-order for autumn delivery, often with free shipping for larger orders. Customers frequently commend the friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable staff, who offer valuable advice on selection, storage, and planting. The overall atmosphere is consistently described as pleasant and welcoming, complemented by amenities like free parking and a bouncy castle for children, making it an ideal family outing.
While experiences are largely positive, some visitors highlight that optimal timing is crucial for seeing the tulips at their peak, as flowers can be largely bloomed or withered later in the season. Although generally considered affordable, a few perceive the self-picking price as slightly high compared to roadside vendors. A single, notable negative review reported a poor sprouting rate for purchased bulbs, an issue the owner promptly offered to address as an unusual occurrence. Nevertheless, many loyal customers regularly return, appreciating the quality bulbs, diverse selection, and inspiring environment.