U-pick farm Pluktuin Marina Poussart

Stichting #FRUIT is a community-driven foundation in Sittard, Netherlands, focused on the care, preservation, and enjoyment of local fruit orchards and gardens. It manages a network of orchards and a dedicated pick-your-own garden, encouraging everyone to take part in seasonal activities and enjoy fresh, local produce.

Self-Pick Produce and Seasonality

Visitors can pick fruit from over 300 fruit trees spread across various locations in Sittard-Oost. The produce and its estimated picking seasons are as follows:

Cherries: Available primarily in June and July.
Plums: Ready for picking in August and September.
Apples and Pears: Best harvested in September and October.
Other Fruit: Walnuts, and a few quince, can also be found on the trees.
In the Pluktuin Marina Poussart, visitors can also pick flowers, herbs, and soft fruit (kleinfruit) when available.

Location and Access

The orchards and the pick-your-own garden are located in the Sittard-Oost neighborhoods of Haagsittard and Europapark, specifically around the Lahrweg and the square Luxemburghof. The high-stem orchard “De Lahrhof” is situated near a farm of the same name. The fruit along the “Fruit Oppe Grens” route is planted along the streets from Sallandstraat to Lahrweg, near the German border. This fruit is intended for everyone to pick.

Hours and Seasonality

The orchards and walking routes are accessible year-round.
The Pluktuin Marina Poussart is maintained and open for picking during the growing season, with regular work sessions typically held on Saturday mornings from 09:30 to 12:30, and occasional Wednesday evening work sessions from 18:30 to 21:00.
The foundation organizes regular pruning and maintenance days for the orchards throughout the year, especially during early spring and after the harvest.
The specific business hours for the overall foundation are not fixed, as it is run by volunteers, but activities are regularly scheduled.

Additional Information

The foundation operates primarily for the public benefit, dependent on donations and contributions.
It offers a self-guided walking route of about 5 kilometers that connects the various orchard locations, with a highlight being the blossom period in spring.
Products like apple juice, jam, syrup, herbal tea, and bay leaves are available for purchase by order. These products are made from the organically grown, unsprayed fruit from the orchards.
The site is suitable for children.

Facilities in this u-pick farm

Bloementuin Plukgeluk

3.4 km — limburg

Bloementuin Plukgeluk is a pick-your-own flower garden located in Bingelrade. The garden covers 2000 m² and is filled with approximately 150 different types of flowers, all grown without chemical pesticides. The picking season runs from the end of May until October. Visitors can find a variety of spring bloomers at the start of the season, including sweet William, lupine, cornflower, and delphinium, followed by a wide range of summer flowers. At the entrance, guests receive a bucket and scissors to begin picking. The price for a bouquet of about 25 stems is €17.50. The garden is wheelchair accessible, and card payments are accepted. There is free entry, and parking is wheelchair accessible. The garden is LGBTQ+ friendly, women-led, and suitable for children. A playground and a fenced soccer field are located next to the garden. Next to the picking garden, the Gasterie Hedelfinger terrace offers food, drinks, and ice cream in the summer. The garden is open Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday from 11:00 to 16:00, and Saturday from 11:00 to 15:00. It is closed on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. Opening hours may change during the season due to weather and picking conditions.

Heerlijckheid Brocante & Bloemen

5.4 km — limburg

De Heerlijckheid Brocante & Bloemen is a charming tea room, florist, and antique shop located at Dorpstraat 35 in Oirsbeek, in the region of Zuid-Limburg. The business operates from an idyllic half-timbered house and offers a wide range of experiences, including a tea garden open during the summer months, creative workshops, and a selection of loose-leaf teas, brocante items, home accessories, and dried flowers. While the primary focus is not self-picking of produce, the establishment has a pick-your-own garden (pluktuin) that is used in conjunction with seasonal workshops. During the summer, participants in these workshops can first gather materials from the garden before creating a long-lasting decorative arrangement. Additionally, the business is classified as a dried flower shop, which indicates the availability of flowers that may have been picked or sourced locally.

Theetuin bij de Heerlijckheid

5.4 km — limburg

De Heerlijckheid Brocante is a charming destination in Oirsbeek, Zuid-Limburg, housed in an idyllic half-timbered building. It combines a tea garden, a brocante shop, a flower shop, and a workshop space. Known as “Theetuin bij de Heerlijckheid,” this peaceful location offers a place to relax and enjoy an English-style tea experience amidst a garden setting with sedum-covered verandas, picnic tables, Cochin chickens, and a traditional Bakhuus oven. The business is operational year-round.

Plukplaats

7.2 km — limburg

Plukplaats is a self-picking garden located in Schinnen, at the corner of Hegge-Eyskensweg. Visitors can pick their own flowers at this location. It also functions as a refreshment stop. The garden has been active for several seasons, with references to operations from 2022 and plans extending to 2025. What visitors say Visitors consistently praise this self-picking garden for its beautiful and diverse array of flowers, making it an ideal spot for gathering fresh blooms. Guests appreciate the convenience of selecting their own flowers and the straightforward QR code payment system. The presence of friendly pigs adds a charming touch to the experience. While the garden maintains limited opening hours, this often contributes to a wonderfully quiet and serene atmosphere for visitors.