Groene Pluk is a self-harvest garden located at Ibisweg 14 in Zeewolde, on the grounds of Burgerboerderij Oosterwold. It operates as a community-supported agriculture (CSA) initiative, where members share in both the bounty and the risks of the growing season. The garden focuses on regenerative, fully biological farming practices, with the goal of nourishing the soil, supporting biodiversity, and providing fresh, local food. The site is open to visitors from Wednesday through Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, with the exception of a winter harvest period when hours are limited to Thursday through Saturday. The business is currently operational and has received high marks from its members.
Members can self-pick a wide variety of produce. For vegetables and herbs, a harvest share provides access to 5 to 12 different types of vegetables and fresh herbs each week. The season runs from May through the end of November, for approximately 32 weeks. The selection includes familiar items like tomatoes, lettuce, potatoes, and pumpkin, as well as less common varieties such as raapsteel, sunchoke, and bimi. Some small fruit, such as strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and ground cherries, is also available. Additionally, members can pick herbs from the herb garden, including parsley, mint, coriander, chives, and sage, along with edible flowers.
For flowers, the main plucking garden is open from June through mid-October, allowing visitors to pick a varied bouquet of sustainably grown, seasonal blooms. A separate tulip plucking garden is open for approximately one month in April, where visitors can pick 15 organic tulips with bulbs for later blooming at home.
What visitors say
Visitors consistently praise this self-picking farm for its exceptional quality and delightful experience. Reviewers highlight the weekly supply of incredibly fresh, flavorful, and often generously sized vegetables and herbs, noting a distinct improvement in taste compared to store-bought produce. The ecological garden, lovingly nurtured without pesticides and grown on sea clay, offers a wide variety of seasonal produce, from giant radishes and pak choi to robust red beets and aromatic arugula, with opportunities for harvesting treats like strawberries.
The farm is lauded for its excellent organization, providing weekly harvest updates and necessary tools like knives and rubber bands, meaning guests only need to bring their own basket. Beyond the high-quality yield, many appreciate the experience itself, describing it as a “paradise” and a weekly moment of ultimate relaxation. It also serves as a welcoming community hub, offering rewarding volunteer opportunities suitable for families, and is seen as a valuable addition to the local area.