The spring means u-pick sunflowers and flowers are back in Tampa Bay. The giant beauties are in full bloom in flower fields across Tampa Bay along with other beauties like zinnias and wildflowers. This is one of our favorite things to do with the kids in Tampa Bay!
There are usually other u-pick opportunities too, depending on the farm, so plan to spend a couple of hours there and make some space for some yummy farm-fresh veggies!
A few pro tips when picking your own flowers from flower fields in Tampa Bay:
Check with each farm before you go to make sure they will be open because anything can change, especially when it comes to weather.
Keep in mind, that it does cost money to pick flowers, so having extra cash on hand is always ideal as some farms are cash-only.
Bring your own cutters and a vase to fill with water and a box to keep the vase steady for the drive home. No one wants to go home with wilted flowers.
Since it’s Florida, pack sunscreen, hats, and water because it can get hot in the fields. Bug spray and closed-toed shoes like tennis shoes are always a good idea.
Pack some wet wipes to clean up after your day on the farm and snacks for the car ride home to prevent hangry child syndrome.
*Check with each farm’s Facebook page for up-to-the-minute updates on flower availability and other farm news. Things can change pretty quickly!
The BEST Flower Fields in Tampa Bay 2024: Where to pick sunflowers and other pretty flowers
You can pick armfuls of pretty flowers at local farms like we did! Photo by Laura Byrne.
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.
Berry Sweet Acres in Plant City: U-Pick Sunflowers, Zinnias, and Wildflowers (Opening weekend June 8 & 9)
5621 W US Hwy 92, Plant City Visit Berry Sweet Acres’ Facebook page for updates
Berry Sweet Acres is a new farm to the Tampa Bay Area, run by the family of farmers behind the popular Parkesdale Farms. They have seasonal u-picks and soon it will be you pick sunflowers, zinnias, and more!
Fancy Farms in Lakeland: U-pick Sunflowers, Zinnias, and Wildflowers
5204 Drane Field Rd Lakeland, FL Check their Facebook page here for updates.
Fancy Farms opened their fields today for zinnia u-pick. Sunflowers will be available soon. It’s a $2 admission fee and then $5 per cup for flowers.
Keel Farms: u-pick flowers
5202 Thonotosassa Rd, Plant City, FL
Keel Farms’ flower field is open for u-pick zinnias and sunflowers this weekend. It’s also a fantastic place for photo ops! Be sure to check their Facebook page for any updates and changes.
Three Son Farms in Dover: U-pick sunflowers and zinnias
3830 McIntosh Road, Dover
Open daily now
Three Son Farms is now offering a variety of sunflowers and zinnias in its U-pick flower fields. They also have a farmstand where you can buy a milkshake and strawberry shortcake as a treat! Follow their Facebook page here for updates.
Hunsader Farms U-Pick Wildflowers and Zinnias in Bradenton (Last day for the season is June 1)
Mondays-Saturdays from 8 am-4 pm and Sundays from 10 am -3 pm
Hunsader Farms has the prettiest zinnias and cosmos during the u-pick season (and Insta-worthy pics!). It’s $2 to enter the field and then $8 per cup. Note that you are not paying for the cup, but the flowers that go in it. Cups are provided, but you’ll want to bring your own scissors or flower cutters. There’s also a petting zoo with more than 30 species of animals! They will also be hosting their first Hunsader Farms Flower Festival on select weekends in April.
Beasley Farms in Brooksville: U-pick Sunflowers and market
10137 Preston Road, Brooksville
Open from 8 am-5 pm daily, closed Fridays
This is a new addition to our list of places to pick sunflowers in Tampa Bay! They have a small patch of sunflowers ready for the picking right now–it’s not their main patch, but it’s a nice teaser to the flower season! Stay up to date on future u-picks by visiting their Facebook page here.
Ever After Farms Flower U-Pick in Seffner
2311 Indian Hollow Train, Seffner
U-pick events open on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons and Saturday mornings. Book online first.
Ever After Farms is known as a wedding venue, but they also offer u-pick flowers on certain days, which you can book online. Their flower fields offer a variety of wildflowers and sunflowers. As part of the u-pick flower experience, you also learn how to put together a bouquet. The experience is $25 per person.
You Pick Blueberries in Spring Hill is offering u-pick blueberries and flowers. 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.
U-Pick flowers wrapped for the 2024 spring season, but stay tuned for future dates for these flower fields in Tampa Bay:
Sweetfields Farm in Brooksville: U-Pick Sunflowers and Zinnias
Don’t miss this beloved spring celebration that also features u-pick flowers and vegetables like squash! While here, you can check out the themed corn maze, play area, peddle tractor rides, hay rides, farm animals, and more! Tickets sometimes sell out for this one, so you’ll want to buy right away to secure your spot. Tickets are required for everyone ages 3 and older and include the maze, visits with farm animals, tumbleweed rollers, peddle cars, and more. Check out their Facebook page here.
HarvestMoon Fun Farm Sunflower U-Pick in Masaryktown
Sunflower Festival will be held on weekends May 4-27, 2024 (May 27 is a Monday)
HarvestMoon Fun Farm will host its u-pick flower season May 4-May 27, 2024 for u-pick sunflowers, zinnias, and wildflowers AND fun farm activities! You can make your way through the sunflower maze, visit the animals at the petting farm, and more! Check their Facebook page for updates.
Jimmy MC’s Farm in Spring Hill: U-pick sunflowers
17430 Coon Hide Road, Spring Hill 34610 Learn more here for future updates.
Jimmy MC’s Farm is offering u-pick sunflowers this spring! They are cash only, so be sure to have enough on hand. It’s $5 to pick one, two or a fistful according to their Facebook page.
Starkey Blueberry Farm in New Port Richey: U-pick blueberries, sunflowers, and zinnias
Starkey Blueberry Farm has reopened for the season, offering u-pick blueberries, sunflowers, and zinnias. Check their Facebook page for daily updates on availability before heading out.
Sanchez Farms has the most gorgeous fields of colorful flowers that they open for u-pick on occasion. You can visit the event page here for updates.
Keystone Farmers Market in Odessa: U-pick zinnias and sunflowers
12615 Tarpon Springs Road, Odessa Visit Keystone Farmers Market Facebook page here for updates
While they’re known for their farm fresh produce and locally made goodies, they are also offering u-pick zinnias and sunflowers! Some are in bloom now with more to come. While you’re there, be sure to buy a bucket for snacks to feed the cows.
5K Farms in Plant City: U-Pick Sunflowers and more (Closed for the season)
19125 Phillips Rd, Masaryktown Visit their Facebook page here for updates
The flowers are blooming at Upicktopia! They have had sunflowers, gladiolus, and snapdragons in bloom. You can stay and pick other farm-fresh veggies too! They’re open Friday-Sunday from 9 am-5 pm.
