U-pick farm Klaver en Papaver

Klaver en Papaver is a small-scale, sustainable flower farm and pick-your-own garden located in the rural area of Oosterwolde, in the province of Friesland. The farm cultivates a wide variety of unique cut flowers, including zinnias, dahlias, ranunculus, and sweetly scented sweet peas, all grown in open ground without the use of artificial fertilizers or pesticides. The farm covers a 500 m² pick-your-own garden and over 6,000 m² of total land, focusing on biodiversity and a healthy soil ecosystem.

Visitors can pick their own flowers from July through October. The pick-your-own garden offers a self-service experience where guests can cut their own bouquets. Flowers are priced by stem count: a bouquet of 10 stems is €6, 15 stems is €9, 20 stems is €12, and 25 stems is €15. A pick-abonnement (subscription) is also available, offering 4 or 8 pick sessions for €45 and €90 respectively. In addition, pre-made bouquets and DIY flower buckets (75 stems for €55) can be ordered from May through October.

The farm’s open hours, based on directory information, are: Friday from 06:00-22:00, Saturday from 06:00-22:00, and closed on Sunday through Thursday. The farm is operational year-round, with the pick-your-own garden open during the July-October season. Additional services include flower subscriptions (bouquets delivered monthly or biweekly), wedding flowers, and gift vouchers.

What visitors say

Visitors consistently praise this self-picking garden, describing it as a beautiful, semi-wild, and atmospheric place. The warm and friendly welcome from staff is a recurring highlight, contributing to the overall delightful experience. Special mention goes to Lara, who receives high commendation for her excellent service, including crafting a truly dream-fulfilling wedding bouquet for one delighted customer. The garden’s well-designed website also garners positive feedback, rounding out an experience that guests find delightful and wholeheartedly recommend.

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