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U-Pick Farms in Tampa Bay: Where to pick citrus, strawberries, and veggies now!

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U-pick farms in Tampa Bay are opening their fields once again for a fun and unique day out on the farm with the kids! Right now, you can pick strawberries, vegetables, u-pick flowers, and even Florida citrus.

Before you go, check each farm’s social pages or websites to ensure they are open as hours and dates change with weather and whether a crop is available for u-pick.

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A few u-pick tips:

  • Bring sunscreen and bug spray.
  • Bring cash. Some farms accept credit cards but have cash on hand just in case.
  • Wear closed-toed shoes when out on the farm.
  • Pack plenty of water for everyone in your group. It can get hot in the fields (gotta love winter in Florida).
  • Only pick ripe fruit and veggies. Strawberries will not continue to ripen once picked.
  • Bring your own containers just in case. Some farms provide containers, but not all.

Our favorite U-pick farms in Tampa Bay offering picks right now.

Citrus u-pick at Dooley Groves in Ruskin. Photo by Laura Byrne.
Dooley Groves in Ruskin. Photo by Laura Byrne.

Dooley Groves in Ruskin: U-Pick Citrus- Pineapple Oranges and Red Grapefruit

Dooley Groves offers u-pick citrus during the winter months and will be offering u-pick pineapple oranges and grapefruit on Saturday, December 21, and Sunday, December 22, from 10 am-4 pm. Stay tuned to their website for additional dates.

 

JG Ranch in Brooksville: U-pick strawberries

JG Ranch is now offering u-pick strawberries. You’ll want to check in on their Facebook page to see if they are open for u-pick before you head out since the weather can change things. You can also pick an array of fresh veggies. They also have a farm stand for fresh produce!

 

Bearss Groves U-Pick in Lutz: U-pick strawberries

Bearss Groves recently opened their 10-acre field for u-pick strawberries. You’ll want to visit their Facebook page to make sure they are open as they were only open for u-pick on Sunday, December 15 at last check.

 

Upicktopia in Masaryktown: a variety of u-pick strawberries, veggies available now

Upicktopia has a variety of fruits and vegetables available for u-pick, including strawberries, cucumbers, kale, and tangerines. You’ll want to check their Facebook page before you go to see what they have available for u-pick as it changes.

 

You Pick Blueberries in Spring Hill: U-pick leafy greens

You Pick Blueberries in Spring Hill is offering u-pick leafy greens like kale, baby spinach, and collars by appointment only. They also offer u-pick blueberries and flowers during the blueberry season, so keep them on radar for down the road. They’ll also sometimes have some greens for u-pick like kale, collards, and spinach. Be on the lookout for food trucks and other vendors on site.

 

Starkey Blueberry Farm in New Port Richey: U-pick strawberries

Starkey Blueberry Farm has reopened for the season, offering u-pick strawberries beginning December 7, 2024. Check their Facebook page for daily updates on availability before heading out.

 

A Land of Delight Natural Farm and Nursery in Plant City: U-Pick vegetables, herbs, and fruit

A Land of Delight Natural Farm hosts a regular farmers market and u-pick. They are offering u-pick herbs and veggies right now. The market has plenty of fresh produce, honey, fruit trees, and so much more. Check their Facebook page here for updates.

 

Three Sons Farms: U-pick zinnias

Three Sons Farms is now offering u-pick zinnias for 4 for $1.  along with a chance to purchase milkshakes and strawberry shortcakes as a treat after picking your own beautiful sunflower bouquet!

 

Berry Sweet Acres in Plant City: U-pick strawberries

Berry Sweet Acres just opened for the season, offering u-pick strawberries on Saturday, December 13 from 9 am-3 pm. The market will also be open.

 

Strawberry Passion/Passion Organics in Thonotosassa: U-pick flowers

  • NOW OPEN: 9491 Rockhill Rd, Thonotosassa, 33592
  • 11780 Tom Folsom Rd, Thonotosassa, 33592 
  • 12351 McIntosh Rd, Thonotosassa, 33592
  • Visit Facebook Page

The market will be open on the weekend, and flowers will be available for u-pick.

 

Pigeon Cove Family Farm: U-pick strawberries coming soon

You can purchase strawberries at their farm stand–stay tuned to their Facebook page for u-pick dates coming soon!

 

Hunsader Farms in Bradenton:  U-Pick strawberries begin in mid-December

Hunsader Farms is now offering a farmers market along with u-pick strawberries, which will be available sometime in mid-December 2024. Visit their Facebook page for the latest updates.

 

Keel & Curley in Plant City: U-Pick strawberries coming soon!

The fields have been planted and growing now! U-pick strawberries should be available in the new year! Stay tuned to their Facebook page for updates.

 

Florida Sweeties in Dade City: U-Pick Citrus

Various orchard locations in Dade City:

  • Tangerine Orchard is located at 14138 Curley Rd in Dade City
  • Peach Orchard is located at 15701 Jessamine Rd, Dade City

The friendly owners of Florida Sweeties have several orchards and offer U-picks throughout the year for citrus and peaches at one of their orchards in Dade City. Look for the Sign Up Genius links on their latest Facebook post here.

 

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MORE farms to WATCH for future U-pick events:

sweetfields farm sunflowers
Sweetfields Farm. Photo by Laura Byrne.

Sweetfields Farm in Brooksville: U-pick flowers and veggies

Their Sunflower Festival kicks off on April 26 with sunflower picking, a petting zoo, a sunflower maze, farm activities, and more! Check out their Facebook page here for more info.

 

Whiteheads Blueberry Farm in Winter Haven: U-pick blueberries OPENING APRIL 2, 2025

Whiteheads Blueberry Farm offers u-pick blueberries during the season. It’s located near LEGOLAND Florida and Peppa Pig Theme Park, so it’s a great side trip on the way home.

 

The Southern Peach Company in Lithia: U-pick peaches

The peaches are ready on select days only, so check their Facebook page for updates. This fifth-generation family farm in Lithia has all the charm peach picking has to offer, including a photo opportunity with an old-fashioned truck as you enter the orchard. The century-old farm offers plenty of peaches to go around for everyone starting in late April. After picking, stop by Alafia River State Park which is just minutes away for some relaxation and fun under the trees

 

HarvestMoon Fun Farm Sunflower U-Pick in Masaryktown in May

Visit HarvestMoon Fun Farm for their Sunflower U-Pick event which usually opens in May–you can pick flowers through the maze-like paths and bring home a beautiful bouquet for yourself or a loved one! For more information about farm activities and to make a reservation please visit their website. They also have a petting zoo, play area, and more! You can also visit their Facebook page here for updates.

 

Stalk & Vine on 39: U-pick sunflowers

Stalk & Vine on 39 is offering u-pick sunflowers and a farmers market along with special events, so stay tuned to their Facebook page for updates.

 

Sanchez Farms in Plant City: U-pick flowers

Sanchez Farms is opening its fields for u-pick flowers on select days in while supplies last. They will have Ranunculus:$2.00 per stem, Stock: $1.50 per stem, Snapdragon: $1.00 per stem, and Sunflowers: $2.00 per stem.

 

Albritton Farms in Sarasota: u-pick blueberries

Albritton Farms opened their blueberry u-pick season on March 23 and is open for u-pick blueberries on Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 am- 1 pm and Saturdays and Sundays from 9 am-2 pm through May 19, 2024. While their berries are not certified organic, they say they do not use harmful chemicals. They also mention that their fields are stroller-friendly.

 

Beasley Farms in Brooksville: U-pick green beans

Beasley Farms is currently offering u-pick green beans in addition to an opportunity to buy a $10 produce box.  They also have u-pick green beans!

 

5K Farms in Plant City: U-pick organic strawberries

 

Hilltop Peaches in Bartow

Wish Farms in Plant City: U-Pick Blackberries coming soon 

Wish Farms opens its fields throughout the season for a variety of U-picks and soon, it’ll be blackberries!  You can check their events page here to stay up to date.

 

Fancy Farms in Plant City: U-pick strawberries

Fancy Farms is now offering u-pick flowers at their field in Lakeland. There is a $2 admission fee into the fields and then flowers are $5 per cup.

 

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Royal Blues Farm in Dade City: U-Pick Blueberries

Royal Blues Farm is hosts u-pick blueberries on select days through May 12, 2024. Stay tuned to their website and social media for updates.

 

Church Lake Farm in Odessa: U-pick blueberries

Church Lake Farm offers u-pick blueberries on select days during the season. Make sure to check their Facebook page for picking updates. 

 

Jimmy MC’s Farm in Spring Hill: sunflowers

  • 17430 Coon Hide Road, Spring Hill 34610

Jimmy MC’s Farm offers sunflower u-pick on select days. Check-in with their Facebook page for updates:. Learn more here

 

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