Discover U-Pick farms

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Discover U-Pick farms

Ornamental Grasses farms

Ornamental grasses? Yes, you read that right. While most people head to the farm for berries or blossoms, you and your crew can go full interior designer for the day. Picture this: a crisp afternoon between August and October, a pair of sturdy clippers in hand, and a field of feathery, swaying plumes waiting for you. It’s not just harvesting; it’s curating. You get to wander the rows, touching the different textures—the soft, fuzzy Pennisetum, the tall, wheat-like Calamagrostis, or the dramatic, spiky Miscanthus. The best part? No thorns. No sticky juices. Just a satisfying snip and the gentle rustle of your new, very chic bundle. Cut the stems low with sharp scissors or pruners, but leave the lower foliage and roots in place: most ornamental grasses are perennials and grow back. For drying, pick plumes that are fully developed and dry; for a fresh vase, pick them just as they open. Skip plumes that are already falling apart. Bring the kids, the dogs, your mom—it’s like a treasure hunt where everyone wins, and nobody ends up with stained fingers.

Once you’ve got your armful home, here’s what to do:

These aren’t just for the compost heap. Ornamental grasses are the ultimate low-effort, high-reward decoration. Don’t wash them—water can make them mould or shed—just shake off any dirt or insects. Fresh stems last three to seven days in a vase of water; recut them at an angle, remove the lower leaves and change the water every few days.

Instant Bouquet: Stick a few tall stems in a slim, tall vase for a Japanese-inspired ikebana look. They work as a dramatic, standalone centerpiece.
Wreaths & Garlands: Dry them out (hang upside down in a dark, dry, airy place for two to three weeks), then glue or wire the plumes onto a plain wreath base. Add some dried berries or pinecones for a rustic autumn look.
Table Runner Magic: Lay a few flat, long stems directly down the center of your dining table. They add texture and depth, and you can just toss them when you’re done.
The “Witchy” Accent: Tuck a few wispy blades into a Halloween or autumn arrangement. They look incredible next to deep orange pumpkins or black candles.

Dried grasses keep for months, even years, stored in a dry, dark place. Just remember they are for looking at, not for eating.

So go on, grab some snips, pick a beautiful armful of ornamental grasses, and bring a little bit of that Dutch field—and its quiet, wispy joy—right into your home.

De Pompoenwinkel.nl

flowers, herbs, grasses
zeeland

De Pompoenwinkel in Geersdijk is a pick-your-own farm specialising in pumpkins, gourds and cut flowers. The pumpkin fields are open from early August until the end of December, with over 50 varieties of edible and decorative pumpkins and gourds to choose from. Visitors can also explore the pumpkin garden, which features informational signs about different species and growing methods. The farm’s flower fields include a pick-your-own garden with more than 60 types of flowers, including dahlias, perennials and annuals. The season runs from early July to the end of October. Scissors and elastics are provided, and small vases are available for purchase. A self-service coffee corner in the greenhouse offers drinks and snacks, open Friday to Sunday.

Corien Veron Bloem en Atelier Pluktuin

flowers, grasses
noord-brabant

At Corien Veron Bloem en Atelier Pluktuin in Esbeek, you pick your own seasonal flowers from June to the end of September. The field grows around 50 to 60 varieties, including asters, sunflowers, phlox, cosmos, zinnias, dahlias and ornamental grasses. The flowers are grown organically and without pesticides. The pluktuin is open daily from 9.00 to 19.00. You can pick your own bouquet or buy one that is already made. Payment is by cash or card. The farm also sells silk flower arrangements and offers workshops in flower arranging, which take place in the converted cowshed of the 19th-century farmhouse.

Bloemenboerderij Pluktuin Hof Zjevernie

flowers, grasses
zeeland

At Bloemenboerderij Pluktuin Hof Zjevernie in Oostburg you pick your own flowers from a field planted with seasonal varieties. In spring the field has tulips, narcissi, anemones and biennials; in summer zinnias, dahlias, sunflowers, marigolds, cosmos and cornflowers. You pay per stem, from €0.30 to €1.00 depending on the flower. The farm also sells ready-made bouquets, jams, seeds and bulbs. The field is open for picking from the end of March until 1 November 2026. You can visit on Wednesday and Thursday from 14.00 to 18.00, and on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 14.00 to 17.00. The farm is closed on Monday and Tuesday. Entry is free; you pay only for the flowers you pick. Bring your own secateurs or borrow a pair at the field. You get a basket or a bucket of water to keep the flowers fresh while you pick.

Beelden en Bloementuin Pluck elke dag

flowers, grasses
overijssel

At Beelden en Bloementuin Pluck elke dag in Witharen you pick your own seasonal flowers from early April until late October. The farm grows tulips, dahlias, alliums, sunflowers, zinnias, cornflowers, grasses and amaranth in long beds and a large meadow. You pay €15 to €20 for a generous bouquet, depending on the flowers you choose. Entry to the pick-your-own field is free; the rest of the garden costs €7.50 per person.

De Langendam Droogbloemen

flowers, herbs, grasses
noord-brabant

De Langendam in Waspik is a pick-your-own flower farm with a large cutting garden and a year-round dried-flower shop. From early July to early October, visitors can pick their own fresh flowers from over 150 varieties, including cosmos, zinnias, sunflowers, dahlias, rudbeckia, ageratum and achillea. The flowers are grown without pesticides, and the farm leaves space for biodiversity. You pick into a bucket provided by the farm, with a little water to keep the stems fresh. Bring your own secateurs or borrow a pair. A full bucket, roughly two bouquets, costs €20; smaller or larger bunches are priced accordingly at the till. Children under 12 can pick in a special section marked with flags, under adult supervision. The farm also sells pre-picked buckets of flowers by order.

Zorgboerderij Naoberhoeve

vegetables, flowers, grasses
drenthe

Zorgboerderij Naoberhoeve in Echten is a pick-your-own farm where you can harvest vegetables and flowers from May to October. The farm operates on a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) model: at the start of the season, you buy one or more harvest shares, each covering one adult for 30 weeks. You pick your own produce once a week, choosing from over 30 types of vegetables and seasonal flowers. The farm marks which crops are ready with flags and weekly updates by email or WhatsApp. You harvest what you need, keeping in mind that the yield is shared among members. The farm grows biodynamically, without chemical pesticides, so weather and pests can affect availability.

De Plukkerij

flowers, grasses
noord-brabant

De Plukkerij in Bosschenhoofd is a pick-your-own flower farm run by sisters Anja and Ilse. The season runs from 1 July to 10 October, when the fields are in bloom with annuals such as cosmos, zinnias, snapdragons, sunflowers and marigolds, along with perennials and ornamental grasses. Visitors walk through the rows, cut their own flowers and assemble bouquets. Scissors and buckets of water are provided; you pay by the size of the bunch, from €2 to €10.

Hanna's Pluktuin

flowers
friesland

At Hanna’s Pluktuin in Makkinga, you pick your own seasonal flowers directly from the field. The farm grows dahlias, zinnias, sunflowers, amaranthus, ornamental tobacco, statice, salvia, scabiosa, fountain grass, calendula, strawflowers, echinacea, yarrow, sea lavender, snapdragons, bishop’s weed, nigella, bronze fennel, phlox, globe amaranth, lion’s tail, marguerites and more. The selection changes through the season. You pay €12.50 for a hand-held bouquet of 20 to 25 stems, which you cut yourself with scissors provided. The farm also sells gift vouchers starting at €10, valid for two years on fresh bouquets, dried flowers and decorative items. Pre-arranged bouquets can be ordered in advance for collection.

Stichting De Blije Bodem

fruit, vegetables, flowers, herbs, grasses, berries
groningen

De Blije Bodem is a regenerative pick-your-own garden in Groningen where visitors harvest their own vegetables, herbs and flowers. The garden grows over 50 crops, including seasonal vegetables such as kale, beans, fennel, lettuce, carrots, celery, kohlrabi, aubergines and peppers, as well as unsprayed flowers like sunflowers and marigolds, and fresh herbs including lemon verbena, lemon balm and cola herb. Potatoes and onions are not grown here, as the space is used for produce that is harder to find organically or relatively expensive in shops.

Voedselbos & Pluktuin Stichting Heer ikigai Stompetoren

flowers, vegetables, herbs, berries
noord-holland

At Heer Ikigai in Stompetoren you pick your own flowers and seasonal vegetables from a pluktuin and food forest. The farm grows over twenty types of cut flowers, including cornflowers, sunflowers, poppies, coriander, fennel and gypsophila, as well as summer grains such as wheat and oats. Vegetables include courgettes, beans, tomatoes, peppers and cabbage, depending on the season. The pluktuin is open from late June until November, Friday to Sunday, 13.00 to 16.00. You pay for flowers by the bunch using a QR code at the small roadside booth on the car park. Check the farm’s social media before you visit to confirm what is in bloom. The food forest is open year-round, with volunteer work mornings on the second Saturday of each month from 09.00 to 12.00.

Pluktuin De Keet

flowers, herbs, grasses
gelderland

Pluktuin De Keet in Vorden is a pick-your-own flower garden where visitors can cut seasonal blooms from the fields. The main picking season runs from early July until late summer, though the garden remains open daily for walking and enjoying the surroundings even after the self-picking period ends. Over 30 varieties of flowers and ornamental grasses are grown, including zinnias, cornflowers, dill, and ever-blooming species like cosmos and marigolds. Some flowers regrow after cutting, while others are one-time bloomers.

Bloemenpluktuin en Mini-kwekerij Volvelds

flowers, herbs
gelderland

At Bloemenpluktuin en Mini-kwekerij Volvelds in Laag-Keppel, you pick your own flowers from early June until mid-October. The field grows zinnias, cosmos, scabiosa, dahlias, cornflowers, snapdragons, amaranth, statice, strawflowers, sunflowers and perennial plants. In spring and autumn, the farm also sells young plants of annual and perennial flowers and herbs, all grown without pesticides in organic potting soil. You visit during daylight hours, any day of the week. There is no fixed schedule or entry fee; you pay for what you pick. A small bouquet starts at €5, larger ones at €9. Payment is self-service by QR code, bank transfer or cash. Scissors, water and twine are provided. The farm has no toilet on site, but does have wheelchair-accessible parking, seating and entrance.

Pluktuin ‘Uit de tuin van de buren’

flowers, grasses
gelderland

Pluktuin ‘Uit de tuin van de buren’ in Arnhem is a pick-your-own flower garden where visitors cut their own seasonal blooms. The garden grows around 60 varieties of perennials, annuals, bulbs and ornamental grasses across roughly 1,000 square metres, all cultivated without chemical fertilisers or pesticides. You pay per stem—€0.90 each—so you decide the size and cost of your bouquet. The garden is open from spring until mid-October. Regular opening hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10.00 to 17.00, and every second and fourth Saturday of the month from 09.30 to 12.30. In the final week of the season, the garden stays open from 11.00 to 16.00. If you prefer not to cut your own flowers, you can order a ready-made bouquet or a bucket of stems for events.