This self-picking farm, comprised of the Pumpkin Factory and Pluktuin Kweeklust, offers visitors a variety of seasonal produce and plants.
The Pumpkin Factory, located at Akervoorderlaan 1, Lisse, specializes in a wide range of pumpkins, available from September 2026. Visitors can pick large and small pumpkins in various colors including orange, white, green, grey, and salmon pink. Most varieties are edible, suitable for both decorative use and culinary applications. Specific pumpkin types mentioned include Grey eating pumpkins, Red from Etampes, Pink pumpkin, Buen Gusto, Futsu Black Rinded, and Halloween pumpkins. The farm celebrates the pumpkin harvest with a large gathering of family and friends in mid-September. On weekends, they often prepare pumpkin dishes for visitors to taste. This location also offers plants, which will be available from April 2026. The Pumpkin Factory operates on a “help-yourself” basis and is generally open daily from 08:00 to 20:00.
The Pluktuin Kweeklust (Pick-your-own Garden Kweeklust), situated at Achterweg-Zuid 94 in Lisse, focuses on flowers for self-picking. The flower garden will be open from July 2026. Its operating hours are more limited, welcoming visitors on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 13:00 to 17:00, and on Fridays from 11:00 to 17:00. It is closed on Mondays, Tuesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Both locations emphasize a self-service model, where guests are welcome to look around and enjoy. Payment can be made via a payment request, as the owner may not always be on-site. The farm cultivates all its products, selling directly to individuals rather than wholesalers, so availability is subject to stock.
What visitors say
This self-picking flower garden consistently garners high praise from visitors, who frequently describe it as an idyllic and beautiful “little paradise” or an “oasis of nature.” Guests particularly enjoy the experience of creating their own unique field bouquets from the wide array of beautiful flowers available, an activity found to be thoroughly enjoyable for both adults and children. Many reviewers highlight the warm, friendly, and helpful demeanor of the owner, Monique, whose passion for plants is evident throughout the garden. The facility thoughtfully provides essential tools like buckets and scissors, ensuring a convenient and pleasant experience for all.
While the overwhelming sentiment is positive, a common piece of feedback concerns the clarity of signage, with some visitors initially finding it difficult to locate the exact entrance. The owner has addressed this, clarifying that the picking garden’s entrance is marked by a specific “Kweeklust” sign, distinct from other nearby signs belonging to a neighboring business. It’s also important to note that the flower picking experience is seasonal, typically opening from mid-July when the summer flowers are in bloom. Despite minor navigational challenges, the garden is widely recommended as a delightful destination for those looking to spend time outdoors and leave with a gorgeous, self-assembled bouquet. However, one individual suggested it might not be a prime attraction for tourists.