Picking flowers is one of life's simplest joys. It gives us a chance to slow down, breathe in fresh air, and marvel at the intricate wonders of nature. And by arranging the stems into a bouquet for a vase, it brings seasonal beauty into our homes, too.
There are lots of gorgeous cutting garden flowers that you can grow at home. But, if you're not hugely green-fingered, or don't have much time for gardening, a trip to a pick-your-own event at a flower farm can be a real treat. Whether you go solo, or with a friend, family member, or date, what better way to spend a few hours than wandering rows of blooms, a bucket and snippers in hand?
Below, you'll find fifteen locations to check out, all across the US. Summer into fall tends to be peak flower-cutting season, but double-check individual opening dates and times on websites (or socials) before planning your visit.
Pick your own bouquet on the East Coast
Cross Street Flower Farm
This 7-acre flower farm in Norwell, Massachusetts, uses sustainable methods to grow over 50 varieties of seasonal blooms. Each 30-minute cut-your-own-bouquet session can be booked online for $40. One ticket allows you to cut up to 20 stems, although you can buy more if you wish. Clippers and buckets are provided, and children under 12 are free to visit (but an adult needs to be responsible for the cutting part). Don't have time to pick your own? You can also order cut flowers from their Barn Shop for collection. The farm also hosts Saturday morning yoga classes – dreamy!
Holland Ridge Farms
If you're looking to pick your own sunny sunflower bouquet, consider a trip to the 300-acre Holland Ridge Farms for their U-Pick Sunflowers: Fall Festival. Alongside all the flowers, you'll find a kids' play area, a feeding zoo, an on-site floral arranging service, food trucks, and even a bar on weekends, making it the perfect day out for all the family. General admission tickets will be available online soon, with cut flowers charged per stem on the day (prices are cheaper on weekdays). Be sure to add the Spring Spectacular event to your calendar, too, where tulips take over the fields. Located in Cream Ridge, New Jersey.
Horton's Flower Farm
What could be more relaxing than picking flowers during sunset on a Friday or Saturday evening? During summertime at Horton's Flower Farm, in Mattituck, New York, you can do exactly that – and daytime visits are available, too. You'll also find floral workshops and other events on offer. Keep an eye on their socials for the latest.
Hudson Wildflower Co.
Hudson Wildflower Co., in Milton, New York, is open to the public from mid-July to October, Tuesday to Saturday. No reservations are needed – simply turn up, buy a picking container (there are different sizes available, starting at $22), and get snipping your chosen blooms. For true flower fanatics, they also offer a flower picking subscription, allowing you to fill a one-gallon bucket five times during the season (one refill per week).
Royal Oaks Farm
You'll find Royal Oaks Farm in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, which offers a self-service experience for picking your own blooms. Summer hours run from Monday to Saturday, from June 28th until October. Choose a container (quart jars are $17 each, pail buckets are $35), fill it up, then take the flowers and container home with you. There are picnic tables onsite, and prepared bouquets are also available to buy.
Terra Farms
From July to mid-October, Terra Farms in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania opens their flower field for picking (check their website for hours). Choose your bucket size (priced at $25, $45, and $97), then enjoy filling it with your favorite blooms. You can also order cut flowers, book onto a workshop, or plan an unforgettable evening of romance with the Date Night event via their website.
Pick your own bouquet on the West Coast
EarthSpoke Farms
EarthSpoke Farms is a family-run, 10-acre farm on the Mendocino Coast, California, which avoids using synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides. Their seasonal flower picking experience costs $50 per person. This includes 12 stems picked by you, as well as six pre-picked dahlia stems (extra stems can be added for an additional cost). As entry numbers are capped, it's best to book online.
Park Winters
For a flower-filled weekend activity in Winters, California, look no further than Park Winters. The field opens at 8.30am until 2.30pm most Saturdays and Sundays from May until October, and picking your own bouquet costs $38, which includes a container to take home. Seasonal blooms include sweet peas, chocolate cosmos, lavender, and lots more. Reservations, which can be made online, are recommended. Round off the magical experience with brunch at their open-air pavilion.
Pick your own bouquet in the South
Godfrey's Farm
From late June to August, seven days a week, Godfrey's Farm in Sudlersville, Maryland opens their flower field for visitors to pick their own annual blooms. Gallon buckets are provided to collect your flowers, but bring your own snips (or buy some there). In late July to early August, a sunflower field is also open for picking. The farm also offers pick-your-own strawberries, peaches, and other crops throughout the year.
Harmony Harvest Farm
Harmony Harvest Farm, in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, is open from June until the first fall frosts for flower picking. Take a cup from the Flower Stand (you can take this home with you), borrow some snips, and fill it up for $30. As there are no staff on-site, it runs on an honor system. Keep an eye out for their specialty pick-your-own events, for flowers such as dahlias and peonies. Tours are also available and can be reserved online.
Southern Hill Farms
Southern Hill Farms in Clermont, Florida, runs pick-your-own-sunflower events in winter, spring, and fall. Scissors and bouquet bags are provided. The 120-acre family-owned farm also offers pick-your-own zinnias, as well as fruits and veggies, depending on the time of year.
Pick your own bouquet in the Midwest
Dollie's Farm
Visit this Franklin, Indiana based farm during their summer opening hours and you can enjoy picking and putting together your own floral creation fresh from the field. Borrow a container and clippers and choose how many stems you want: prices range from $13 for 10 to 13 cut flowers to $83 for a five-gallon bucket. Lavender is also available to pick and is priced by the ounce. What's more, Dollie's Farm has a shop onsite where you can buy products made with farm-grown lavender, amongst other gifts and decor.
The Ohio Flower Girls
The Ohio Flower Girls' U-Pick flower patch is open every day of the week in summer and fall at The Pickwick Place in Bucyrus, Ohio. Purchase a jar or vase onsite (options starting at $20) before selecting your seasonal blooms. The location also has a cafe and plenty of shopping opportunities, including The Market which sells seasonal produce.
Omena Cut Flowers
This flower farm in Suttons Bay, Michigan, opens daily from May to October for self-service picking, and has over 40 varieties of flowers on offer. Free containers are available to collect your blooms and take home, and there are also snips to borrow. Stems are priced individually (from 10 cents to $3, depending on variety) and payment runs on an honor system.
Two Sisters Flower Farm
Two Sisters Flower Farm offers seasonal bouquets, bulbs, and workshops via their website, and also runs a successful YouTube account filled with flower-growing advice. Their U-Pick Season is expected to begin in early August at their flower field in Byron Center, Michigan, so keep an eye on their website for updates and booking details.
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Gardening gloves are essential to protect your hands from sharp stems, thorns and sap that might get on your skin when picking flowers.
FAQs
When is the best time to visit a flower farm?
Flower farms tend to run pick-your-own experiences from summer to fall, and sometimes in spring, too. But, always check specific opening hours before your visit, as these differ from place to place.
As for the best time of day to plan your trip, it's generally recommended to pick flowers in the morning and evening, on a day when cooler temperatures are forecast. Cut your flowers with plenty of stem still attached and pop them straight into water to prevent wilting.
What should you consider before visiting a flower farm?
Proper preparation will help you enjoy your bouquet-picking experience to the fullest. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes so you can navigate the fields easily, consider sun protection if it's forecast to be clear, and wear gardening gloves to avoid skin irritation.
Water and snacks are also a good idea for the trip (but do check whether you're allowed to bring them into the fields themselves, as this can vary depending on location). It's also important to research whether pets can enter the site before bringing them along – often, they won't be allowed.
Accessibility may also be a consideration you'll want to check before your visit. Bear in mind that some flower farms have quite narrow walkways which may be unsuitable for prams or wheelchairs. And don't forget, cutting flowers tend to be great plants for pollinators, so if you have an allergy to insect stings, you may want to stay clear.
If you're looking for more floral advice, our guide on how to arrange flowers will help you create a gorgeous display from your freshly cut stems. We also have some top tips on choosing the right vase, to ensure your bouquet looks its very best. And, if you just can't get enough of picking your own blooms, why not consider growing your own cut flower garden? It's easier than you might expect.
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