On April 19, the gates of Zelfoogsttuin Bij Mei will be festively opened! The garden team and volunteers from Stichting De Groentedeler are ready to welcome you for a cheerful gathering. So have you always wanted to visit this beautiful place? And are you curious to see what’s growing here? Come by and experience it for yourself!
Morning program
Fresh vegetables for everyone!
Starting at 11:00 AM, we’ll tell you more about the collaboration between Zelfoogsttuin Bij Mei and Stichting De Groentedeler. How did this initiative come about? Why do we love harvesting in this special place? And what are your options if you want to get involved? Together with our board members and Mariska Verhulst, founder of the garden, you’ll learn all about it.
After the introduction, we’ll head into the garden where Mariska will show you how everything grows. She’ll explain her method of cultivating healthy, organic vegetables that are good for both people and the planet. You’ll quickly discover why the vegetables from this garden are so flavorful and why it’s such a gift that clients of Voedselbank Leiden get to enjoy them. There will be time to ask questions, connect with others, and enjoy good company. Because a place like this combined with likeminded people, a cup of coffe and the idea of fresh, healthy vegetables, naturally brings people together.
Afternoon program
Harvesting at Zelfoogsttuin Bij Mei
Are you more curious about how things actually work at the garden? Then come by in the afternoon! Starting at 2:00 PM, founder Mariska Verhulst will tell you all about the origins of the garden, the crops being harvested, and why this way of growing food is so meaningful. She’ll also explain why some veggies look different, but taste even better!
You’ll discover what it could mean for you to harvest your own vegetables here weekly and why the clients of Voedselbank Leiden are so thankful for the fresh produce donated by Stichting De Groentedeler. After the introduction, we’ll head into the garden, where seedlings are sprouting and the first harvest is expected in mid-May.
This paradise for people and nature offers healthy nutrients, peace and space in our busy lives. Here, people harvest with their own hands, meet each other in the soil, and experience the deeper value of organic farming. After the afternoon tour, you’re welcome to stay for a chat and connect with others.
Will you join us?
Participation is free. To get an idea of how many people to expect, we ask that you register yourself, your friends, and your family using the form below.
We can’t wait to welcome you!
Program overview
Morning program
10.30 am Welcome
11.00 am Presentation: Stichting De Groentedeler & Voedselbank Leiden
11.30 am Garden Tour
12.00 am Q&A and informal gathering
Middagprogramma
13.00 am Welcome
13.30 am Garden Tour with the ability to become a member
15.00 am End of the program
Location
Ommedijkseweg 10a
2382 BJ Zoeterwoude