Miss TuinBoon is a flower and plant business located in the village of Gees, Drenthe. The farm cultivates a wide variety of flowers and herbs on its own land, known as the Miss TuinBoonakker, without the use of pesticides or artificial fertilizers. The business also operates a nursery for perennial plants, a retail shop, and a demonstration garden. A strong emphasis is placed on growing in harmony with the seasons, promoting biodiversity, and ensuring a healthy soil ecosystem.
Visitors can self-pick flowers during the pick-your-own garden season. The pluktuin (pick-your-own garden) is open from Thursday, July 2 through Saturday, October 3, 2026. The variety of flowers available changes throughout the season, with tulips available in the spring, a range of summer cut flowers and vegetables, and berries, branches, and pumpkins in the fall. The garden is home to more than 80 different flower species, allowing pickers to harvest a different selection each month.
The shop and nursery operate from Thursday to Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, starting on March 5, 2026. The business is closed during the winter season. The pick-your-own garden is open during the same hours as the shop. Payment options include debit and credit cards, and contactless mobile payments are accepted. Free street parking and a free parking lot are available. The premises have a wheelchair-accessible toilet.
What visitors say
This self-picking farm consistently receives high praise as a wonderful destination, offering visitors a unique and enjoyable experience. Guests love the opportunity to create their own beautiful bouquets from a wide and diverse selection of carefully cultivated, often organic and unsprayed flowers available in the spacious gardens. Many reviewers highlight the friendly pricing and appreciate the helpful tips and tricks provided by the staff, which contribute to a successful and rewarding picking session.
The farm also features a charming and well-stocked shop. Here, visitors can find a fantastic array of fresh, honest produce, including vegetables from their own garden, alongside perennial flowers and seeds. The selection extends to nostalgic garden plants, fun trinkets, and lovely fairtrade home accessories such as beautiful vases and colorful cushions. The commitment to environmental consciousness, evidenced by items like recycled plastic pots, is also noted.
Customers frequently commend the friendly, approachable, helpful, and knowledgeable staff and owner, who contribute significantly to the positive atmosphere. The location itself is described as super beautiful, and the farm even hosts valuable workshops. While one visitor mentioned that a few flowers were nearly past their bloom, they still managed to assemble a delightful bouquet, which speaks to the overall quality and enjoyment. Many enthusiastically recommend a visit to this ‘celebration’ of a shop and garden, often suggesting complementing the experience with an ice cream from the neighboring vendor.