U-pick farm Pluktuin Lageweg

Pluktuin Lageweg is a publicly accessible flower garden located on the Lageweg in Bedum, Netherlands. Established in 2019 by Hero and Joke Beukema and their son Guillaume, the garden was created on land Hero had owned since the 1980s, with the goal of supporting local biodiversity and providing a natural, pesticide-free space for the community. The garden operates as a non-profit venture, with all proceeds reinvested into the garden’s upkeep, seeds, tools, and improvements. A team of family, friends, and volunteers helps maintain the grounds.

Visitors can self-pick a wide variety of flowers, including both annuals and perennials, along with grasses, herbs such as dill, mint, and fennel, and shrubs. Annuals are typically sown in spring and bloom through the summer, while perennials and dahlias return each year. The picking season runs during the summer months, with the garden open for picking on Fridays and Sundays from 14:00 to 17:00. Occasionally, the garden may close due to weather conditions, with updates posted on-site and on social media.

The garden is open during the summer season, from Friday and Sunday afternoons between 14:00 and 17:00. It is closed on all other days of the week. Additional information from Google Business indicates the garden is suitable for children and offers child-friendly activities. On-site amenities include seating areas, and coffee and tea are available for a small fee. Payment can be made by debit card or via QR code. Free street parking is available.

What visitors say

This self-picking farm is celebrated for its wonderfully pleasant and cozy atmosphere, making it a truly inviting destination. Visitors consistently praise the beauty of the flowers, emphasizing the unique opportunity to pick them knowing they are pesticide-free and grown without artificial fertilizers, which also benefits local insect populations and soil health. The experience of selecting one’s own bouquet is frequently described as delightful. Beyond the picking, guests often highlight the warm hospitality they receive, enjoying engaging conversations and the overall picturesque setting of the farm. Its beautiful location further enhances the appeal, and some reviews even mention the delightful addition of a cozy summer market. Prospective visitors are encouraged to check the farm’s social media for up-to-date opening information.

Facilities in this u-pick farm

Farm shop Farm shop

Klein Alma

1.3 km — groningen

Tuinderij Klein Alma is a self-pick garden (zelfoogsttuin) located at the edge of Bedum. It operates as a community-supported agriculture (CSA) initiative, where members purchase a seasonal share and come weekly to harvest their own vegetables. The farm uses environmentally friendly methods: all seeds, plants, and compost are of biological origin, no chemical pesticides or synthetic fertilizers are used, and efforts are made to support soil health and biodiversity through hedges, flower strips, and the eventual addition of fruit trees. The farm shop sells fresh vegetables, dried goods, and sometimes flowers, and is also a sales point for BioKultura potting soil, garden soil, compost, and plant-based fertilizer granules. The business is rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews and is listed as suitable for children.

't Plukgeluk

3.4 km — groningen

’t Plukgeluk is a self-harvest garden located just outside Bedum, in Noordwolde. The garden operates on principles of self-sufficiency and respect for people, animals, and the environment. All produce is grown using organic methods, without the use of pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, or other chemical substances. On Saturdays, visitors can come to the garden to pick and harvest a variety of organically grown vegetables, fruits, flowers, and herbs. On Wednesdays, the garden is also open for self-picking. These activities run seasonally, typically starting in late March or early spring through the autumn months. Throughout the year, a roadside stand is stocked daily with fresh produce from the farm, including eggs, and is available 24 hours a day.

Ten Boer

7.9 km — groningen

Zelfoogsttuin Ten Boer is a self-picking farm located at Wolddijk 7 in Ten Boer, in the Netherlands. Situated on a 6,500 m² site (formerly a meadow), the farm is dedicated to providing fresh, local, and sustainably grown produce. The garden operates on a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) model, where members purchase a share of the harvest at the start of the season, sharing both the bounty and the natural risks of farming. All vegetables and fruit are grown from organic seeds and plant material, without the use of pesticides, with a focus on biodiversity and soil health. The facility includes a large tunnel greenhouse for growing southern vegetables.

Stichting De Blije Bodem

11.7 km — groningen

De Blije Bodem is a regenerative self-pick garden located in the Westpark in Groningen, easily reachable within a 10-minute bike ride from the city center. Established on a former industrial site, the garden has been transformed from poor soil into a flourishing, publicly accessible green oasis. It operates as a community-supported agriculture (CSA) initiative, where members help sustain the garden through a solidarity-based payment system, making healthy food affordable for everyone. Beyond food production, the garden serves as a space for community building, education, and biodiversity restoration, featuring seating areas, workshops, and educational signage.