Title: Self-Picking: The Trendy Way to Enjoy Summer Produce and Flowers
Introduction:
If you don’t have a green thumb or your own garden but still want to experience the joy of picking strawberries, flowers, and other summer delights, self-picking is the way to go. In addition to strawberries, there are now a variety of berries, vegetables, legumes, and cut flowers available for self-picking. However, with the strawberry season being relatively short, enthusiasts need to act fast to stock up for the winter or enjoy a delicious breakfast.
List of Self-Picking Locations:
Here is a list of places in and around Gothenburg where self-picking is available:
1. Blomsterbacken Self-picking and Gardening Mastery in Mölnlycke and Råda Säteri: These locations offer the opportunity to pick from a wide variety of cut flowers. With 300 different types available throughout the summer, visitors can create their own beautiful bouquet. Payment can be made via Swish. For more information, visit Blomsterbacken Self-picking and Gardening Mastery’s website.
2. Blommor and Sorbet in the municipality of Ale: At this location, visitors can pick various kinds of cut flowers starting from the end of August until the first frost appears. The opening hours vary depending on flower availability. For the most up-to-date information, check Blommor & Sorbet’s Instagram page.
3. Stora Holms Säteri in Hisingen: Self-picking of cut flowers, including dahlias, rose hips, snapdragons, marigolds, and sunflowers, is available from July until the frost arrives. Remember to bring secateurs or scissors for cutting. Check My flower time on Instagram for accurate opening hour information.
4. Johanna’s Farms in Vallda, Kungsbacka: This self-picking location offers a vast selection, including over 700 dahlias, zinnias, summer asters, carnations, and more. It is open daily from 09:00 to 20:00, and payment is made according to the measurement of the bouquet’s stem via Swish. For more information, visit Johannas_odlingar on Instagram.
5. Bärby in Säve: At this location, visitors can currently pick strawberries and gooseberries. Later in the season, red and black currants, chokeberries, American blueberries, various beans, squash, and cucumbers will be available. Visit their website for more information and opening hours.
6. Lekander’s Berry & Living Area in Tjörn: Self-picking of strawberries is currently open, with picking done either in buckets or on-site boxes. Payment is made later per kilo. In mid-July, black currants will be available, followed by sunflowers at the end of the month.
7. The Butcher’s Garden in Gamlestaden: Every Thursday and on some Saturdays, visitors can pick from a wide variety of herbs, vegetables, and flowers. From garlic and lettuce to sunflowers and sweet peas, there are plenty of options. For more information, check the Butcher’s Garden Instagram page.
8. Vareborg’s Berry Farm in Varberg: Visitors can enjoy self-picked strawberries and red and black currants. The picking hours for currants are open daily while they last. For updated information about strawberry picking and pricing, visit Vareborg’s website.
Conclusion:
Self-picking is a popular trend for those who want to enjoy the experience of selecting their own produce and flowers. From strawberries and gooseberries to dahlias and roses, there is something for everyone. So, grab your secateurs or buckets and visit one of these self-picking locations to make the most of the summer season and bring home some fresh and vibrant goodies.