Tulips in full bloom across South Holland, the Netherlands
The province of South Holland, in the Netherlands, is internationally renowned for flower and bulb cultivation, particularly for tulips grown near the towns of Lisse, Hillegom, and Noordwijkerhout.
This image, acquired on 14 April 2026 by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites, shows South Holland at the peak of the spring flowering season. Fields arranged in narrow plots display vivid bands of red, yellow, and orange, each corresponding to a distinct bulb variety. Urban areas appear in grey tones, while darker patches indicate water bodies and channels.
Copernicus Sentinel-2 data enable precise monitoring of crop development and land use across South Holland, supporting agricultural planning, yield assessment, and the management of large-scale horticultural operations.
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