Key Takeaways
- Larendael has reached an agreement to relaunch operations at Plant Nursery Jongerius Houten following bankruptcy proceedings.
- The acquisition includes approximately 30 hectares of land, greenhouses, machinery, and production infrastructure in Houten.
- The site is expected to be redeveloped step by step into a sustainable, future-proof organic nursery.
- Initial activities will focus on organic herb and vegetable plants linked to the “Garden on the Table” concept.
- Discussions with employees, customers, and suppliers are underway to assess continuity and future collaboration.
Larendael Moves Forward With Jongerius Houten Relaunch
Larendael, the investment and development company of entrepreneur Wim Beelen, has reached an agreement with the bankruptcy trustee to relaunch activities at Plant Nursery Jongerius Houten B.V., Tuin Op Tafel, and Jongerius Onroerend Goed B.V. at the Houten location in the Netherlands. The agreement was signed following a competitive sale process initiated after the companies were declared bankrupt in late 2025 and early 2026.
The trustee, Mr. Marco Guit of AMS Advocaten, confirmed that Larendael’s proposal was selected after evaluating multiple bids. “The presented plan offers confidence in a careful and future-proof continuation of the activities,” Guit said.
Larendael Acquires 30-Hectare Nursery Site and Assets
With the transaction, Larendael becomes the owner of the approximately 30-hectare site in Houten, including the existing greenhouses, machinery, production lines, and installations. According to the company, this provides a solid foundation to restart and further develop operations at the location.
