S. Pennings & Zn in Noordwijkerhout is a family-run flower bulb nursery where visitors can pick their own bouquets from the fields. The farm specialises in tulips, hyacinths, daffodils and peonies, grown naturally without artificial treatments. During the summer months, the pick-your-own garden opens with a mix of dahlias, perennials and colourful seed flowers, allowing visitors to create their own field bouquets.
The farm operates on a self-service basis—you pick your flowers directly from the fields and pay by the stem or bunch. The season typically runs from spring through summer, with tulip picking available in the spring and summer flowers from June onwards. The farm shop sells bulbs, cut flowers and seasonal arrangements, with bulbs available for pre-order and delivery in September.
The nursery is open Monday to Friday from 9.00 to 17.00 and on Saturdays from 9.00 to 15.00. It is closed on Sundays. Parking is wheelchair-accessible, as is the entrance. The farm also has a small vintage shop with furniture and homeware, and a seasonal coffee bar serving espresso and fresh fruit ice cream.
The farm has been run by the Pennings family for three generations, with the current owner focusing on unusual tulip varieties and maintaining the pick-your-own garden. Visitors are welcome to walk the fields for photos, but should ask permission first.
What visitors say
Visitors come to pick their own tulips, often describing the experience as fun and rewarding. You get a bucket and can choose from a wide variety of colours and types—some unusual—for around €10 for 25–30 stems. The flowers are fresh, and many say they last longer than shop-bought ones. The setting is small but charming, with fields of blooms around you, and some visitors enjoy taking photos among the tulips.
The owners and staff are generally friendly and helpful, though a few have had poor experiences with rude or impatient service, especially on busy days like Mother’s Day. Most find the atmosphere relaxed and welcoming, even with children. Payment is usually cash or PayPal, and there’s a pink horse trailer serving drinks if you want to take a break.
Prices are seen as reasonable by most, though a few call them expensive, particularly for potted plants or peonies. The pick-your-own area is smaller than some expect, and there’s a €5 entry fee if you just want to walk the fields. Opinions on value differ—some think it’s worth it, others not.