| rondomdeeik.nl | Rondom de Eik | The Eikrond neighborhood comprises the Iewan and Eikpunt residential communities, along with four other households. The residents manage the communal space through the Eikrond neighborhood association, which handles the maintenance of public green spaces. The neighborhood is designed based on permaculture principles, with four key tenets: hospitality, blurring cadastral boundaries, hospitality for nature, and an edible landscape. | Neighborhood Organizations → Residents’ Associations 965 | permaculture 78 neighborhood association 177 neighborhood 2424 resident 3245 nature 9094 | Nijmegen → Nijmegen-North 125 |
| chilipad-delft.nl | Van Den Bruele Vastgoed B.V. | The Chilipad complex in Delft was built in 2017/2018 on a plot of land of a former farmhouse and contains 25 purchase properties and the daily living center Abtswoude for dementia patients. The residential complex offers each house a parking space and a shared orchard where residents can garden. The orchard includes old pear and apple varieties, as well as walnut trees, and is inhabited by bees that produce honey. There is also a sheep herd present. | Senior & Assisted Living → Senior Housing 474 | orchard 240 sheep 274 apple 321 bees 373 complex 568 property 7406 | South-Holland → Delft 5309 |
| natuurlys.nl | Natuurlys | Lysanne, operating under the name 'Lys', offers permaculture designs for harvest gardens and food forests, with various styles and options. The designs are intended to improve the soil, increase biodiversity, produce local food, and enjoy a green environment. Natuurlys aims to contribute to systemic changes and sustainability by creating food forests and harvest gardens for various purposes, such as schools and farms. | Food & Diet → Food Forests 16 | permaculture 78 food forest 229 | |
| jouwvoedselbosje.nl | Jouwvoedselbosje | The website contains a complete list of perennial and hardy edible forest plants, which is regularly updated. One of the plants described is the Japanese camellia (Camellia japonica), which is hardy and used in small amounts to make tea. The website also provides information about other plants such as Labrador tea, Alder, Apples and Borago pygmaea, including their taste, hardiness and historical or medicinal applications. | Plants → Shrubs 141 | berries 54 plant 4509 | |
| arborealis.nl | Arborealis | The nursery offers a wide range of plants, including trees, shrubs, climbing plants, herbs and succulents, suitable for various applications and locations. Arborealis has 25 years of experience and began with a special interest in food forest plants, starting with the French onion soup tree. The nursery offers advice, design, vacancies, and a newsletter, and promotes activities such as ‘Vergroenen’ (Greening) and ‘Visit Horse and Plant’. | Plants → Trees 304 Plants → Shrubs 141 | food forest 229 nursery 926 soil 930 plant 4509 garden 13129 | |
| meezenest.nl | Keuterij ’t Meezenest | The keuterij experiments with various farming methods, including permaculture, and features a food forest with perennial crops. The website offers diverse ways to share knowledge, such as open days, guided tours, articles, a blog, ecological gardening advice, networking events, and an online forum. In July 2025, a keuterdag (keuter day) will be held in the Herbal Workshop in Vriescheloo, where visitors are welcome without registration. | Plants → Nurseries 1012 | guided tour 32 permaculture 78 forum 1362 workshop 19325 | Westerwolde → Vriescheloo 32 |
| puurpermacultuur.nl | PUUR Permacultuur | The website presents a diverse range of courses, including online food forest courses, garden courses, and permaculture festivals. It also provides information about what a food forest is, a free e-book on food forests, and projects from course participants. PUUR Permacultuur’s training sessions are particularly special due to the liveliness of the learning process and the focus on collaboration and a pleasant learning environment. | Food & Diet → Food Forests 16 | permaculture 78 food forest 229 garden 13129 course 14728 workshop 19325 | |
| permacultuuronderwijs.nl | Stichting Permacultuur Onderwijs | The foundation provides courses, including a permaculture year-long course with two groups, available from next spring. Furthermore, the foundation offers an online learning environment for permaculture courses, where participants can study at their own pace and on their own schedule with individual guidance. The foundation also publishes a book titled 'Permaculture, What is That?!' and seasonal tips, which are distributed via email. | Courses → Agriculture 28 | book 11396 course 14728 | |
| wildeschool.nl | De Wild | The website offers a wide range of courses, including yearly courses on foraging & cooking, permaculture, and basic courses such as gardening and soil courses. It also offers online courses, e-books on herbs and plants, podcasts, and articles & recipes. The site provides services such as walks, forest bathing, nature botanography photography and food forest advice, and a foraging course focused on recognizing the benefits of plants. | Nature → Botany 190 | permaculture 78 forage 82 herbs 924 nature 9094 garden 13129 | |
| volkstuinnooitgedacht.nl | Volkstuinvereniging Nooit Gedacht | The website provides information about the association’s history, gardens, natural gardening methods, and environmental education programs. Members can reserve their gardening plots, view the cleaning schedule, and read the newsletter. The association sells seeds, soil, and other supplies and invites visitors to take a tour and share photos. | Community Gardens → Garden Associations 36 | member 10154 garden 13129 education 13471 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| harmonycenter.nl | Harmony Center | The website offers various courses, including a free online course, an annual course, follow-up courses and a practical week, focused on learning natural ways of living. There is a shop with packages and materials, including herbal first aid kits and ‘Wild Autumn’ packages, offering additional information and products. The website also includes a blog with articles on foraging, food & drink, first aid and care, as well as a section on permaculture and ‘looking differently’. | Emergency & Safety → Natural Medicine 763 | herbs 924 package 6112 blog 13392 course 14728 | |
| emwinkel.nl | EMwinkel B.V. | The website offers a wide range of EM products, including EM basic products, EM-X ceramics, EM Hado products and various applications for garden, animals and the household. In addition, extensive information sources are provided, such as brochures, PDF's containing information about EM, the Agriton system, Bokashi and the application of EM in various situations. The website includes a section with reviews, newsletters, customer service information and general terms and conditions, as well as specific information on shipping, payment and returns. | Gardening → Soil Improvement 129 | em 12 bokashi 17 brochure 1642 animal 2908 garden 13129 | |
| groeneavonturen.nl | Groene Avonturen | The website’s blog section contains personal stories about the difficulty of waking up early in the morning and establishing a new habit. Another article describes the author’s personal history, focusing on celebrating originality and later conforming to a group, leading to a vegan lifestyle. The website also offers information about free workshops and lectures, as well as an agenda with events and updates. | Personal Development → Self-Help 1791 | morning 10 habit 143 lecture 1624 lifestyle 2918 agenda 4374 workshop 19325 | |
| op-goede-grond.nl | Op Goede Grond | The nursery grows more than 150 old apple varieties, pears, berries and plums, with an emphasis on flavor and resistance. The company offers various types of fruit varieties, divided into early, late, moes and storage varieties, as well as hand-picked pears and stew pears. In addition to growing fruit, herbs and berries are also sold, and the nursery is exploring the possibilities of creating a food forest and a maze hill, with a bat cellar. | Farms & Farm Businesses → Fruit Farms 197 | fruit varieties 12 permaculture 78 pear 79 fruit tree 106 | Zundert → Rijsbergen 238 |
| tuinsmakelijk.nl | TUIN SMAKELIJK! | The project dates back 25 years and includes an edible forest garden with a variety of fruit trees, small fruits, vegetables, herbs and edible flowers. Since 2016, a food forest has been developed in Twekkelo. The website offers books, courses, videos and articles about permaculture and self-sufficient gardening. | Agricultural Technology & Innovation → Sustainable Agriculture 278 | permaculture 78 food forest 229 video 6714 book 11396 course 14728 | |
| eetjetuin.nl | Eet je tuin | The website has moved to permacultuurmetserai.nl, a digital living space promoting permaculture and a balanced life with nature. The site offers information about permaculture, ethical principles, and daily steps to connect with nature. Eet je tuin also offers blogs and workshops to further explore the principles of permaculture. | | permaculture 78 life 2673 nature 9094 garden 13129 blog 13392 workshop 19325 | |
| modderbaard.nl | Modderbaard | Since 2015, construction of a food forest has been underway. A minidocumentary by Kevin Boschker from Freemd provides an overview of the food forest and Modderbaard’s activities. Modderbaard operates a barter system where people can exchange surplus products and skills for honey and other necessities. | Living → Self-Sufficiency 16 | permaculture 78 beekeeping 91 vegetable garden 226 food forest 229 chicken 944 | |
| foursistersproject.nl | Müge Yilmaz, Marija Šujica and The Beach i.s.m Iris Dik | The project is temporarily closed in 2024 and will restart in 2025. Four Sisters utilizes the Latijns-Amerikaanse milpa technique to create a community where participants support and share ownership. The labyrinth combines food production with art and biodiversity, inspired by the ‘three sisters’ method and the work of Agnes Denes. | Initiatives & Collaboration → Initiatives 459 | labyrinth 49 art project 65 community 7931 | Amsterdam → Nieuw-West 844 |
| ushof.nl | Ús Hôf | Ús Hôf is a permaculture garden run by Michel and Bregje, which has developed a garden with many vegetables, fruits, and flowers. The garden operates on a CSA model, where subscribers harvest a portion of the harvest themselves at the beginning of the season or take a pre-packed vegetable box. There is also the opportunity to volunteer, do an internship, or participate in the food cooperative Ús Iten. | Sustainability → Cooperatives 970 | csa 27 permaculture 78 vegetables 1416 subscription 3287 volunteer 8367 | Southwest-Friesland → Bolsward 566 |
| sanctuaryhetwijland.nl | Stichting Sanctuary het Wijland | The center provides a safe haven for animals, serves as a raising awareness place for people and functions as a meeting place for animal friends near Zwolle. In addition to rescuing and caring for animals, Sanctuary het Wijland provides information and education, with the goal of creating a world where all animals and humans live in equality. The foundation has a permaculture garden and aims to provide 50% of the residents' food needs locally, with the help of creative volunteers and brainstorming sessions. | Animal Welfare → Animal Shelters 326 | rescue 107 shelter 385 animal 2908 resident 3245 volunteer 8367 garden 13129 | Overijssel → Zwolle 7395 |
| degodin.nl | De Godin – Eatable Landscape | The website showcases a wide variety of edible plants, including flowers, vegetables, fruits, herbs, grains, and seeds, categorized by color and type. Additionally, the site offers various courses, workshops, and training sessions related to developing food forests, edible ponds, and permaculture, and wild foraging. The website contains an agenda with upcoming workshops and events, as well as information about design, installation, training, and advice for edible gardens and food forests. | Food & Diet → Food Forests 16 | food forest 229 plant 4509 course 14728 workshop 19325 design 27202 | |
| heteibernest.nl | Het Eibernest | The foundation manages two hectares of land in Liessel, operating based on permaculture principles and organizing a variety of activities. The site provides space for workshops, silent walks, art and culture, and other activities focused on connection and reflection. The Eibernest is supported by V.O.F. Verhees Grondwerken, which provides sponsorship, materials, and labor to enable the activities. | | permaculture 78 volunteer 8367 nature 9094 | Deurne → Liessel 147 |
| permacultuurzwolle.nl | Permacultuur Zwolle | The website describes permaculture as a method for creating fertile ecosystems that provide food and life. Katharine Hone, the founder of Permacultuur Zwolle, offers assistance with designing and creating edible gardens and landscapes, highlighting the benefits for the environment and participants. The website presents examples of designed gardens and offers courses and workshops to inspire and support people in implementing permaculture principles. | Business & Economy → Sustainable Business 226 | permaculture 78 landscape 2609 garden 13129 workshop 19325 design 27202 | |
| detuinenvanterhaar.nl | De Tuinen van Ter Haar | José Ter Haar provides custom garden designs for new construction, renovations, or partial replacements, allowing customers to choose to work alone or with experts. José’s garden designs often differ from the standard and combine personal preferences with her own original ideas, resulting in original planting plans. José also offers garden advice, maintenance advice and support for larger garden activities, such as tree removal or pruning large hedges. | | plant 4509 garden 13129 course 14728 design 27202 | Utrecht → Amersfoort 8011 |
| arendjoosten.nl | Arend Joosten | The garden is nourished by the soil life rather than human input, which in turn feeds the plants. Visitors can find a variety of products, including vegetable packages, loose vegetables, fruit, bouquets, and fresh herbs, along with information about permaculture. The garden promotes a sustainable and ecological approach to farming, supported by community supported agriculture (CSA) and a petition. | Agriculture → Organic Farming 560 | soil life 16 produce 63 permaculture 78 vegetables 1416 garden 13129 workshop 19325 | North-Brabant → 's-Hertogenbosch 8868 |
| voedselboskabouters.nl | Voedselboskabouters | Voedselboskabouters offers assistance with the creation and maintenance of food forests. During the creation of a food forest, attention is paid to the soil and existing vegetation to stimulate the natural development of the forest. The website describes the process of food forest design, from the ‘Voedselboskabouters 4-elementen-analysis’ to the Planting Plan, and offers support for mushroom cultivation and the use of fungi. | Nature → Biodiversity 382 | fungus 72 planting plan 94 mushroom 223 food forest 229 | |
| hetmortelke.nl | 't Mortelke | The website describes a location consisting of a food forest, a water feature, and a repurposed pigsty, offering rental options and participation in activities. 't Mortelke sells locally grown food such as food forest products, vegetables, preserved delicacies, ingredients for chefs, dried flowers and herbs. From mid-May to November, the webshop and location are open to visitors, who can enjoy a cup of coffee/tea, a walk through the food forest and purchasing products. | Travel → Landscaping 15 | food forest 229 vegetables 1416 | |
| permades.nl | Permades permacultuur ontwerpen | The website contains summaries of lectures that took place during the Green Dream Permacultuur Festival in Hilvarenbeek in late June 2023. Videos are available from speakers such as Wilco de Zeeuw, Louis de Jaeger, Marc Siepman and Mark Aink, who gave lectures on topics such as ‘Eat more trees’ and ‘The power of biodiversity’. The website also provides information about online courses, such as ‘Compostworms and Vermicompost’ and ‘Mid- to Large-Scale Vermicomposting’, which are focused on learning about composting and worm bins.” | Investing → Courses 25 | worm 44 permaculture 78 festival 3804 video 6714 course 14728 | North-Brabant → Hilvarenbeek 843 |
| permacultuurcentrumhaarlem.nl | Stichting Permacultuurcentrum Haarlem | Stichting Permacultuurcentrum Haarlem was founded in 2014 by permaculturists from Haarlem with the aim of creating a community permaculture garden. The center is located at Korte Verspronckweg 13 in Haarlem and offers gardens, activities, and workshops. The website provides information about permaculture as a design philosophy that utilizes the principles of nature to promote food production. | Environmental Studies → Environmental Education 129 | permaculture 78 center 1115 garden 13129 course 14728 | North-Holland → Haarlem 8674 |
| schrikkelbos.nl | Marian Langens | Schrikkelbos is a permaculture food forest established to sustainably manage a piece of land and generate abundant food without pollution or soil depletion. The food forest provides food for people and animals throughout the year, employs a circular agriculture model, and contributes to biodiversity by planting flowering plants. The soil is naturally improved by not removing fallen leaves and minimizing soil cultivation, resulting in a fertile and resilient environment for plants. | Agricultural Technology & Innovation → Sustainable Agriculture 278 | circular agriculture 19 produce 63 food forest 229 biodiversity 720 soil 930 plant 4509 | Bernheze → Heesch 392 |
| permacultuurboeken.nl | Permacultuur Webshop in Den Haag | The site contains information on various permaculture-related topics, including food forests, regenerative agriculture, urban farming, foraging, and the Transition Movement. The Permacultuur Webshop online store sells books on permaculture, food forests, circular economy, and ecological building. The website also offers information about courses, workshops, and training programs in permaculture and food forests, provided by Permacultuurcentrum Den Haag. | Resources → Books 3936 | permaculture 78 food forest 229 agriculture 778 shopping cart 1521 book 11396 course 14728 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| debezieldetuin.nl | The Soulful Garden | The site provides information about Ruurd Walrecht's vision, which focuses on restoring the strength and originality of plants and encouraging self-sufficient food production in harmony with nature. Ruurd Walrecht has a unique connection with his plants and possesses extensive knowledge of old seeds and the history of horticulture. His partner Yvonne Walrecht has been a crucial supporter of this life's work for many years. The site is continuously evolving and offers information as well as opportunities for donations and purchasing seeds. There is also a related website, Hortus Inspiratus, which focuses on donations and continuing this unique project. | Nature → Biodiversity 382 | seed 599 vision 1882 plant 4509 donation 5110 garden 13129 | |
| frijlan.nl | Stichting Permacultuur Friesland | The foundation was set up as part of Stichting Permacultuur Friesland and offers opportunities to experience, enjoy, experiment, and investigate. Frijlân rents off-grid spaces for groups of up to 30 people during the warmer months, providing groups with an inspiring environment for meetings or brainstorming sessions. The foundation is working on a diverse and edible landscape, with support from organizations such as the Mienskipsfonds and the municipality of Leeuwarden, to restore balance between soil, plants, animals and social structures. | Agriculture → Regenerative Agriculture 70 | permaculture 78 landscape 2609 space 3846 foundation 6678 | Friesland → Leeuwarden 6068 |
| oergroen.nl | OERgroen | The website provides information on courses and workshops in permaculture and designing and maintaining edible gardens. OERgroen offers services for the design, advice, and planting of food forests, green schoolyards, and green urban areas, as well as climate-adaptive green advice. In addition to courses and services, OERgroen offers facilities for rental, such as a food forest and yurts, and encourages volunteer work and internships. | | permaculture 78 food forest 229 course 14728 | Alphen-Chaam → Chaam 207 |
| praktischhandboekvoedselbossen.nl | Schildpad Boeken | The book is based on the experience and research of Martin Crawford, who has a food forest in South England, and is suitable for different sizes of plots. It covers the principles of a food forest, including soil restoration, carbon capture, biodiversity, and climate resilience, and provides information on various crops and materials. The book is richly illustrated with photos of different crops suitable for a food forest, and the website shows additional photos of a mini-food forest from Schildpad Boeken. | Agricultural Technology & Innovation → Sustainable Agriculture 278 | crop 188 food forest 229 photo 7778 maintenance 20093 design 27202 | |
| buurzamegrond.nl | Buurzame Grond | 'Buurzame Grond' is a project where three families live on a hectare of land in Wijnjewoude, transforming it into a permaculture garden and food forest. Each owner possesses 1/3 of the land, resulting in shared responsibility and a larger natural environment. The organization regularly organizes activities such as women's circles and workshops. | Living → Sustainable Living 817 | permaculture 78 food forest 229 land 472 resident 3245 | Opsterland → Wijnjewoude 86 |
| carolinesiepman.nl | Caroline Siepman | The website describes the crisis situation in various sectors such as the environment, food supply, healthcare, and social systems, highlighting the exploitation of the Earth and humanity. Caroline Siepman argues that the causes of these problems must be addressed by systemic change, with permaculture offering a holistic worldview. The website describes the offerings of Caroline’s services, including lectures, conversations, courses, and workshops, and her role as an observer in group processes. | Therapy → Creative Therapy 322 | permaculture 78 crisis 358 connection 4007 | |
| tuinendieverbinden.nl | Tuinen die Verbinden | The website offers services such as design, landscaping, maintenance, and advice for gardens, as well as guidance for garden groups and the realization of large projects. The company specializes in energetic gardens and utilizes permaculture principles to create functional and productive garden designs. The website also presents information on natural playgrounds, the value of urban nature, and the application of permaculture and edible plants in gardens. | | permaculture 78 garden 13129 design 27202 | |
| groenechaos.nl | None | The website describes the state of a garden reserve that is currently, in May 2015, ‘lush and still quite chaotic’. It lists an inventory of edible plants, including fruit trees, herbs, and vegetables, as well as the addition of new plants. The website mentions participation in local initiatives such as Stadstuinen Maassluis and Voedselbos Vlaardingen, which are both pleasant and educational. | | permaculture 78 herbs 924 fruit 1166 plant 4509 community 7931 garden 13129 | South-Holland → Maassluis 988 |
| dnhofvandetoekomst.nl | IVN Uden | The garden is located on Hoevenseweg 3a in Uden and is designed according to permaculture principles, emphasizing sustainability and biodiversity. It serves as both a place for gardening and nature and a meeting place for people who want to share knowledge and work together towards a green future. The website provides information about events, activities, and membership, including an open day on May 10, 2025. | Foundations → Environmental Organizations 185 | permaculture 78 nature 9094 member 10154 garden 13129 event 45199 | Maashorst → Uden 1540 |
| oerfloed.nl | Stichting Permacultuur Friesland | The Stichting Permacultuur Friesland is currently working on the development of a new website, with the aim of better informing visitors about the activities and projects. The website contains information about the Oerfloed experimental garden, including a Facebook page with a photographic overview of the fauna that has been present there over the years. The organization organizes activities such as a Nature Workday and offers the possibility to donate. | Nature Conservation → Wildlife Management 186 | permaculture 78 fauna 143 | Netherlands → Friesland 27911 |
| voedselbosbeesel.nl | Voedselbos Beesel | On June 12, 2023, the Voedselbos Beesel was officially opened with an information board, following an initiative by Twan van Hage. On February 22, 2023, Omroep P&M visited the planting day and made a report about it, which can be seen on their website. In November 2022, one thousand plants were planted in the ground by a group of volunteers, with Roel from Food Forest Factory providing guidance and ordering the plants. | Plants → Trees 304 | fruit tree 106 food forest 229 | Limburg → Beesel 368 |
| kruidentuintegelenchateau.nl | Kruidentuin Tegelen | The text describes the atmosphere and experiences in the garden, where the silence and nature have a calming and soothing influence. It is mentioned that many people do not experience this peace and miss the subtleties of nature. The website contains various topics such as gardens, herbs, vegetable garden, English garden, food forest, quiet area, and more, also mentioning the birth year of Henriëtte Roland Holst-van der Schalk, which may be a reference to the history of the garden. | Children’s Activities → Playgrounds 702 | vegetable garden 226 silence 232 herbs 924 nature 9094 garden 13129 | |
| ecobenb.nl | Eco BenB de Walvis | The Bed & Breakfast is located at the foot of the Veluwe and within the historic Doesburger Eng landscape, near the Kröller Müller museum and various recreational opportunities. The owners, Dirk, Marit, and their son Noord, previously lived in Amsterdam, and the name 'Walvis' is a tribute to Café de Walvis, where they met. The estate is designed according to permaculture and food forest principles, providing a self-sufficient and natural living environment, including an edible garden and opportunities for off-grid living. | Food → Local & Regional Products 930 | permaculture 78 bed & breakfast 319 estate 1099 garden 13129 | Ede → Enka 36 |
| hommelgaard.nl | The Hommelgaard | The project began in the summer of 2018 and encompasses a 2,328 square meter garden, designed according to permaculture principles with the goal of closing as many cycles as possible. A key part of the project is the food forest, which includes fruit trees, berry bushes, and herbs, as well as a vegetable garden and a greenhouse with useful annuals. The initiators share updates about the garden and permaculture via Instagram. | Gardening → Community Gardens 393 | permaculture 78 compost 166 food forest 229 seed 599 instagram 1216 garden 13129 | Aa en Hunze → Eext 78 |
| dopjeboontje.nl | dopjeboontje | dopjeboontje designs edible ornamental gardens that are both beautiful and functional, with an emphasis on biodiversity and sustainability. The studio focuses on creating gardens where people can enjoy fresh, healthy food and where children can play and animals are welcome. In addition to designing gardens, dopjeboontje runs a community-supported agriculture garden (Permaculture tuinderij De Veldhof), where lessons are taught on permaculture and sustainable agriculture. | Gardening → Sustainable Gardening 133 | permaculture 78 food 3872 lesson 5154 garden 13129 design 27202 | |
| eetbarewildernis.nl | Eetbare Wildernis | The picture book ‘Eetbare Wildernis’ tells the story of children dreaming of a harmonious relationship between humans, nature, and animals. The website provides information about the content of the book, with specific focus on topics such as soil life, composting, and food forests. Eetbare Wildernis also shares information about the passion for eco-friendly lifestyles and the author's farm dream. | Children’s Books → Educational Books 100 | permaculture 78 plant 4509 nature 9094 book 11396 sustainability 18451 | |
| uwhoogstambrigade.nl | Stichting Hoogstambrigade Utrechtse Waarden | The historic fruit orchards in the Utrechtse Waarden have historically played a significant role in shaping the area's character and landscape. The Hoogstambrigade Utrechtse Waarden provides support to owners who wish to maintain their orchards, including information about financial assistance. The organization is looking for volunteers (Hoogstambrigadiers) to help preserve these valuable cultural landscapes. | Foundations → Environmental Organizations 185 | fruit 1166 volunteer 8367 | Utrecht → Kromme Rijn 25 |
| aanderand.nl | Aan de Rand | The center applies permaculture principles and organizes various activities, including permablitzes, introductory workshops, and courses. The website provides information about upcoming events and past events, such as an opening and exhibition with Lisa Smithson. Visitors are invited to sign up for a newsletter to receive updates on the center’s activities. | Health & Wellbeing → Practical Training 92 | permaculture 78 skills 1105 newsletter 6504 nature 9094 event 45199 | Westerwolde → Bellingwolde 97 |
| dewildewondertuin.nl | De Wilde Wondertuin | The organization originated from a passion for forgotten wild plants rich in vitamins and minerals. Workshops provide the opportunity to learn wild foraging, to smell, feel and taste plants, and to increase awareness of the surroundings. Yearly courses are offered on edible wild herbs, where participants learn to work in nature and in the kitchen under the guidance of an expert. | Outdoor → Nature 122 | forage 82 herbs 924 catering 6456 nature 9094 workshop 19325 | Heumen → Malden 391 |
| studiovanderpark.nl | Van der Park | Marije, a designer, permaculture specialist, and yoga therapist, helps visitors build a better relationship with their garden. She offers services such as designing forest gardens, ecosystems, and edible public spaces, as well as various courses and workshops on topics like permaculture, composting, and foraging. A client describes a positive experience with the collaborative approach and Marije’s quick and creative work style. | Europe → Croatia 92 | permaculture 78 yoga 3704 garden 13129 course 14728 design 27202 | |
| hetdrentseparadijs.nl | The Drentse Paradijs | The website describes the activities on the farm, including therapy, guidance, sweat hut ceremonies, and dance ceremonies. The Drentse Paradijs strives for self-sufficiency and a reconnection with nature using permaculture and food forest theories. The farm produces its own food and medicinal plants, and the abundant environment offers knowledge and insights that enrich the lives of the community. | Agriculture → Regenerative Agriculture 70 | food forest 229 farm 2622 therapy 7448 nature 9094 | Netherlands → Drenthe 20062 |
| denoorderbron.nl | The Noorderbron | The location, situated on the edge of the village of Annen, features a food forest and flower meadow, offering a rustic atmosphere. It aims to allow visitors to connect with nature and enjoy activities such as meetings, training, workshops, and walks. The Noorderbron is nominated for the Green Heritage Site of the Hondsrug 2025 and offers regional products during events. | Conferences & Meetings → Meeting Venues 729 | food forest 229 meeting 2381 nature 9094 training 28133 | Aa en Hunze → Annen 123 |
| permacultuurmetserai.nl | Serai | The website provides free e-books on foraging and guides for growing easy-to-grow vegetables. The platform offers courses such as vegetable gardening happiness, culinary foraging, and delicious garden design, with the goal of helping people produce their own food. The site offers advice from a delicious garden coach and the sharing of practical tips for creating a productive, natural garden, focused on self-sufficiency and connection with nature. | Gardening → Vegetable Gardening 140 | permaculture 78 vegetables 1416 food 3872 garden 13129 | |
| fijntuinadvies.nl | fijntuinadvies.nl | The website provides services such as gardening advice, plant planning, project guidance, soil research and improvement, as well as tips and tricks for maintaining a garden. An e-library is available with plant information and other garden-related knowledge. The website also covers animal-friendly gardens and has a section about maintenance, plants, and tips. | Gardening → Garden Advice 48 | soil 930 plant 4509 garden 13129 maintenance 20093 | |
| boermetlust.nl | Hof Boer met Lust Farm | The farm is currently being transformed into a sustainable estate using regenerative agricultural methods and permaculture principles, aiming to create a small, biodiverse, and robust ecosystem. Customers can purchase lamb meat and seed mixes on the farm or order through the webshop, with a note option for desired pickup times. Animals play a crucial role in the farm's sustainable cycle, without the use of pesticides or fertilizers. | Farms & Farm Businesses → Organic Farms 67 | lamb meat 24 dahlia 54 sheep 274 seed 599 chicken 944 | |
| demoestuinschool.nl | Lidion Zierikzee | The website provides various services including online courses, annual programs with design principles, and e-books about gardening with permaculture. The platform focuses on offering lesson programs for children in schools and childcare facilities, as well as advice to schools and businesses. The Moestuinschool promotes permaculture principles, such as zoning, cultivation methods, and the twelve design principles, with the aim of helping people create their own gardens. | Health & Wellbeing → Practical Training 92 | permaculture 78 garden 13129 course 14728 workshop 19325 | |
| permabloei.nl | Yvette | Yvette helps clients realize their dream garden, an ecological garden full of life and with edible elements. The process involves a preliminary meeting, creating a quote, analyzing the garden, making draft designs, and ultimately, a final design. The designs are based on the client's wishes and the specific conditions of the garden, such as soil conditions and sunlight. | Garden Design → Professional Garden Design 118 | drafting 308 soil 930 analysis 1615 plant 4509 garden 13129 design 27202 | Drenthe → Meppel 1903 |
| hemelenaardewerk.nl | Hemel and Earthworks | The website provides information about workshops and courses, including themes such as fermentation, pickling, permaculture gardening, and ceramics. The company has a shop that is open on Wednesdays and offers a selection of spice blends, tea blends, and culinary salts. Hemel and Earthworks is located in a permaculture garden and is considered an inspiring meeting place and a unique shop. | Therapy → Creative Therapy 322 | creative 539 shop 6483 nature 9094 garden 13129 course 14728 workshop 19325 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| moorlanden.nl | Moorlanden | Moorlanden provides training and team-building programs on its own location, featuring a food forest and permaculture garden. The website details sweat lodge ceremonies and offers information about the location, highlighting natural experiences and sustainability. Moorlanden's mission is to create a balanced living environment in harmony with nature, focusing on passing on knowledge and connection to future generations. | Food & Diet → Food Forests 16 | sweat lodge 19 training room 28 food forest 229 nature 9094 blog 13392 | |
| gezondheidstart.nl | Gezondheidstart | The website investigates the nutritional value of vegetables and fruits, noting that they were less nutritious in the past and sugar and fat intake have increased. The need for a personal vegetable garden is highlighted as a way to combat poor nutrition. The website discusses the impact of pollution and the export of environmental problems to other countries, arguing that food quality has deteriorated as a result. It also examines statistics on the increasing average age, with critical perspectives on statistics, influenced by drinks like Coca-Cola and McDonalds. | Agriculture → Organic Farming 560 | sugar 100 vegetable garden 226 food 3872 environment 4873 health 6366 | |
| landgoed-de-eikenhof.nl | Landgoed De Eikenhof | The estate, named De Eikenhof, offers guests a place to relax and unwind, surrounded by nature and with a panoramic view of the Colmont Valley. The concept combines elements of Tibetan tranquility, Brazilian samba, and Burgundian Limburg, and includes a kitchen garden, vegetable and food gardens, and a flower and herb meadow on approximately 5 hectares of land. Landgoed De Eikenhof is located in the municipalities of Voerendaal and Gulpen-Wittem and stands out due to its sustainable philosophy and unique combination of various elements, including a house, barn, lodges, and a kitchen garden. | Accommodation → Country Estates 738 | permaculture 78 estate 1099 landscape 2609 accommodation 4921 garden 13129 | Voerendaal → Ubachsberg 30 |
| de-voedingsbodem.nl | The Root Base | The website presents a course offering, including the half-year course 'Permaculture in your garden'. There is a special registration price (early bird) for the course for participants who register by August 1, 2025. The website contains testimonials from participants, such as Marcella van Doorn, who describes the course as a positive change. | Education → Adult & Continuing Learning 6510 | permaculture 78 soil 930 registration 4366 garden 13129 course 14728 workshop 19325 | |
| edgesutrecht.nl | Edges Utrecht | Edges Utrecht offers permaculture courses, workshops, and designs, available in Utrecht, Amsterdam, and Eindhoven. The website describes EDGES’ goal of popularizing permaculture and providing solutions for sustainability. EDGES also provides personalized advice on greening and sustainability, lectures, workshops, and the opportunity to have permaculture designs created. | | permaculture 78 lecture 1624 course 14728 workshop 19325 design 27202 | North-Brabant → Eindhoven 11845 |
| fillinggroovy.nl | Filling Groovy | The website describes permaculture as a holistic approach to gardening that combines earth, people, and fair sharing. The owner, Marsha van den Bosch, shares her experiences and background in children’s yoga, Ayurveda, permaculture, and regenerative agriculture. The project focuses on connecting people with nature and promoting collaboration and sharing, primarily through educational activities and a personal food garden. | Arts & Culture → Educational Activities 187 | permaculture 78 share 88 nature 9094 garden 13129 education 13471 | Gooise Meren → Naarden 1154 |
| terug-naar-eden.nl | Anna | The project, led by Anna, encompasses a 4000m2 plot where livestock are raised, milk is processed into dairy products, and edible forest gardens and ecological gardens are designed and maintained. Anna shares her knowledge on various topics such as bread baking, using medicinal plants, making soap and care products, food preservation, and off-grid living through a YouTube channel and a website. The website sells books, courses, and other products related to self-sufficiency, permaculture, and organic gardening, including a book on self-sufficiency and a PDF presentation with tour information. | Agricultural Technology & Innovation → Sustainable Agriculture 278 | pdf 142 dairy 274 youtube 486 gardening 505 book 11396 course 14728 | |
| tuinachterdebeuken.nl | Tuin Achter de Beuken | The garden, covering approximately 2000 m², is based on a layered forest edge with fruit trees, berry bushes, and annual vegetables such as spinach and zucchini. A number of chickens roam the site and fertilize the soil while simultaneously laying eggs, contributing to the ecological balance and biodiversity. The garden project offers weekly vegetable boxes or loose vegetables through various pick-up points in the region and offers opportunities to participate in the harvest season. | Agricultural Technology & Innovation → Sustainable Agriculture 278 | vegetable box 19 soil 930 chicken 944 fruit 1166 vegetables 1416 | Lochem → Harfsen 108 |
| casacolibri.nl | Casa Colibri | The website offers a virtual tour of Casa Colibri's vision, a way of life centered on co-creation with nature. The project focuses on various sustainable practices including permaculture, eco-construction with bamboo and earth, natural beekeeping, and utilizing traditional plant knowledge. Visitors can explore an indigenous handmade product shop, volunteer opportunities, and subscribe to a newsletter to stay informed about Casa Colibri's initiatives. | Living → Sustainable Living 817 | permaculture 78 newsletter 6504 volunteer 8367 | |
| degrondfabriek.nl | The Grondfabriek | The organization originated due to a 15 cm layer of topsoil and regular rainfall, and develops edible green spaces inspired by permaculture and food forests. The Grondfabriek emphasizes working with nature, regenerating the soil, and producing local, healthy food. The soil is considered a crucial asset, maintained by a wide range of organisms and processes, but is globally deteriorating, which the Grondfabriek actively works to address. | Nature → Biodiversity 382 | food forest 229 ground 286 biodiversity 720 soil 930 nature 9094 | |
| green2live.nl | Green2live | Green2live develops projects independently and frequently involves partners, leading to innovative combinations and mutually beneficial outcomes. Current projects include the Leijvennen estate in Goirle, the Gildebosch estate in Waalre, a 45-hectare estate with a new forest, and a phase for a 123-hectare project incorporating river restoration and water storage. The website provides information about the projects, including NOS Nieuwsuur broadcasts regarding appeals against zoning plans, videos, and contact details. | Green Spaces → Landscape Restoration 11 | estate 1099 water 2501 nature 9094 collaboration 16036 | Gilze and Rijen → Rijen 493 |
| jodienvanark.nl | Kemperman van Ark | The duo shares stories and photos about various experiences, including a visit to ‘t Eemgoed, a food forest in the Netherlands, and a journey through the Cape Province in South Africa. A significant part of the website is the processing of permaculture projects, such as volunteering on the farm of Tahir Cooper and Larissa Green in South Africa. The stories also document conversations with local experts, such as Frederick Marais, a practical theologian at the University of Stellenbosch, and a visit to Phillippi township. | Food & Diet → Food Forests 16 | permaculture 78 south africa 110 food forest 229 journey 701 travel 7210 story 8285 | Utrecht Hill Ridge → Doorn 615 |
| voedselbospad.nl | Voedselbospad | The food forest originated from the dream of Mandy and Mischa to own and manage their own food forest. A food forest is an edible ecosystem utilizing perennial plants such as nuts, fruits, seeds, vegetables, and herbs, and is related to permaculture. The website shares knowledge about sustainable food production and presents inspiring examples, such as the transformation of a fallow cornfield in California, and the collected books, documentaries, and projects that inspire them. | Sustainability → Ecology & Environment 597 | food forest 229 ecosystem 262 knowledge 3528 inspiration 4081 | |
| voedseltuin3a.nl | Voedseltuin 3A | The project began with the dream of a vegetable garden, and evolved into the implementation of permaculture principles and the creation of a food forest. The food forest is designed as a living ecosystem with a wide range of trees and shrubs, producing food (fruit, nuts, seeds, etc.) and a healthy soil base. The garden is a paradise, with sown and wild flowers, capturing particulate matter and CO2. | Outdoor & Garden → Gardening 8334 | grassland 71 vegetable garden 226 food forest 229 ecosystem 262 soil 930 flowers 3248 | |
| zanethemba.nl | Stichting Zanethemba Nederland | The foundation organizes flower arranging workshops, where participants gain knowledge and skills and raise money for the Safe Haven project of the Zanethemba Charity Foundation in South Africa. In 2024, the flower arranging workshops raised over €1,350 for this project. The foundation thanks Nel and the participants for their commitment. The Stichting Zanethemba Nederland works together with the Zanethemba Charity Foundation based in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, and offers visitors the opportunity to sign up for their newsletter via their own website. | Social Issues → Humanitarian Aid 621 | south africa 110 newsletter 6504 | |
| ecodorpzwolle.nl | Ecostad Zwolle | Ecostad Zwolle, established in September 2012, is researching the possibility of a residential community and reducing the environmental impact to zero. The project focuses on optimally utilizing the earth's possibilities, with respect for all life and the revaluation of biodiversity, using permaculture as a model. The website provides updates and news on the developments, including newsletters and an agenda, originally serving both Facebook users and non-users, but is currently inactive. | Context → Community 57410 | residential community 11 permaculture 78 biodiversity 720 environment 4873 newsletter 6504 | |
| tekentuin.nl | De Tekentuin | The bureau specializes in designing gardens in various styles, from classic to modern, for both private and business clients. De Tekentuin offers a complete service, from design to realization and maintenance, to bring the customer’s desired result to a perfect end. The focus also lies on designing garden objects, such as furniture, treehouses and pavilions, using high-quality materials and an individual approach. | Garden Design → Professional Garden Design 118 | objects 426 garden 13129 design 27202 | |
| hcmprojectondersteuning.nl | Stichting Voedselmoeras Nederland | Helene Marcus offers gardening advice based on permaculture principles, with a focus on developing food marshes. She started as a freelancer in 2018 and in 2021 worked part-time at the Safety Oversight Board, expanding her knowledge with a year-long Permaculture course. She is a co-initiator of Stichting Voedselmoeras Nederland and is working on setting up pilot locations for food forests and wet cultivation. | Plants → Trees 304 | gardening advice 11 permaculture 78 project support 90 foundation 6678 course 14728 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| proeftuinacademie.nl | Permaculture Trial Garden | The website describes the method of covering the ground with cardboard, compost, and wood chips to improve the soil and prevent weeds, avoiding the negative impacts of digging. Part of the text discusses the planting of autumn raspberries in the garden, which grow quickly and are subsequently thinned, a principle commonly used in food forests. The trial garden experiments with the effectiveness of covering and plant reuse to enhance soil fertility and manage the garden sustainably. | Gardening → Soil Improvement 129 | raspberry 31 wood chips 40 compost 166 cardboard 170 | |
| gertontenham.nl | Gerton ten Ham | Gerton ten Ham describes his first encounter with the concept of 'Gardening on Straw Bales' and his decision to try it as an alternative to a traditional garden. He shares his experiences with a permaculture basic course, where he gained theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The blog contains updates on various permaculture projects, such as setting up a worm bin and preparing the garden for winter. | | permaculture 78 garden 13129 course 14728 | |
| costaricko.nl | Permaculture Educational Trips | The website describes a 20-day permaculture course, where participants learn about circular agriculture and permaculture philosophies. In addition, various relaxation activities are offered, such as kayaking, surfing, and exploring the primary rainforest Corcovado. The website promotes a transformative journey offering an introductory price of €2945, including accommodation, breakfast, lunch and snacks (excluding flights). | TravelStyles → Adventure 635 | costa rica 19 permaculture 78 trip 2032 relaxation 3968 accommodation 4921 course 14728 | |
| rosbender.nl | Maurice Rosbender | The website details information on permaculture and designing ‘paddock paradises’. The author, Maurice Rosbender, shares his personal interest in making ‘Limburg sour meat,’ a Limburg tradition, and shares recipes and information about this craft. The website describes projects involving plants, such as a bird-friendly beech hedge and a mixed bird-friendly hedge, inspired by the Ervenplus project. | Garden Design → Planting 49 | beech hedge 22 paddock 61 permaculture 78 hedge 268 | Netherlands → Limburg 31909 |