Did you know that California is now the fifth-largest producer of sunflowers in the USA?

Why should the Midwest get all the fun when it comes to Sunflower fields? Whilst it’s true the vast majority of the sunflowers in North America do come from the Midwest, California’s sunflower production is nothing to be sneezed at, with well in excess of 70,000 acres planted annually.

Sunflower farms have hugely increased in popularity over even the last 5 years, not just as essentials crops but as tourist destinations in themselves! A fabulous addition to any family road trip this summer is stopping in at a sunflower farm of two on your road trip across the country.

You can catch more of our US sunflower road trip series here, including:

• Sensational Sunflower Fields in Minnesota
• Miami’s Magical Sunflower Season
• Best Sunflower Fields in New York for a Family Day Out
• New Jersey Sunflower Fields and U Pick Farms Not To Miss

But before we dive into where to find the best sunflower fields in California…

We will confirm by mid-year if all the listed venues below are still operating for Fall 2024 – the information below has been based on our experience in the previous few years post-COVID but is still subject to change annually.

Best Time To See Sunflowers in California

To have the best opportunity of seeing sunflower fields, plan your northern California sunflower road trip from mid-June to mid-July. Some will bloom earlier, others a little later, but generally speaking, out west the sunflower season falls a little earlier than in the Midwest.

If you leave it further into August, most sunflowers in California have already been harvested but we’ll point out a few fields below that have historically had a later season, in an attempt to align visitors with corn and pumpkin harvest time in the fall.

You should note that a sunflower only blooms at its best for around 10 days, so you do need to plan your movements carefully if your primary reason for visiting Yolo County or any of the places we mention here is for the sunflower season.

Best Time of Day for Seeing Sunflowers in California

We know if you’re road tripping with kids a lot is going to revolve around nap times and stomachs! But if you can plan it, visit either early in the morning before the flies, bugs, and heat can become a nuisance (not to mention everyone squinting in the sun!).

Alternatively, save your sunflower fields exploring until the evening golden hour for the best photo opportunities.

What to Know Before Visiting California Sunflower Fields with Kids

There are a few things you should bear in mind when planning a sunflower road trip in California with your kids:

• You are still visiting someone’s working farm and private property; Come properly dressed for the occasion and explain the rules and etiquette (often repeatedly to the little ones!) so everyone knows what is expected of them
• Never trample on the flowers or pick any you are not supposed to
• Carefully follow any farm or field rule specifics, this can include sticking to designated paths and not climbing on any machinery
• Do expect even in summer the fields can be muddy as they’re kept well watered; we’d leave their best party frocks and white clothes at home, even if you think it’ll make for a cute photo
• Amenities on hand will vary by farm and field; some are still quite rustic (i.e., they may not have restrooms), and others will have cafes, playgrounds, and the full works to entertain the littles – we’ve tried to help you narrow this down
• If I sign says no trespassing, respect it. Not all sunflower fields are open to the public, you should never just assume a farmer will be happy for you to stop and pose with their flowers. Stick to designated farms that have opened their fields
• Avoid wearing perfumes or any strong fragrances – you want the bees focused on the flowers!
• Don’t swat at the bees! They will be hanging around but as long as you leave them alone, they’re there doing an important job
• If you are seeking more professional photos that cannot be achieved from the roadside and without trespassing, contact the farm owners in advance to arrange a visit

What to Pack for a Sunflower Road Trip

In addition to our road trip essentials, for a sunflower day trip or longer road trip, make sure you pack for all the family

• A camera!
• Sunhats
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Bug Spray
• Benadryl – if your kids are prone to allergy
• Closed-toe shoes or even better boots are recommended
• Snacks (bearing in mind any farm rules about bringing your own food)
• Clippers (if self-picking is allowed)

Where to See Sunflowers in California

The best area in California to immerse yourself in a sea of sunflower fields is Yolo County in California’s Central Valley. Look for the towns of Davis, Dixon, Winters, and Woodland and you’re sure to spot around 70,000 acres of sunflowers, even from the freeway.

You’ll find most of the places we’ll mention below within 2 hours of San Francisco and the Bay Area.

We’ve also included a few sunflower farms in southern California if you want to get your fix without driving so far north, but trust us when we say it’s worth the scenic drive to northern California if you’re a big sunflower fan!

Let’s take a closer look at some of the best fields to explore with your family, and why you’ll love them.

Best Sunflower Fields in Northern California

1. Muller Joe & Sons Ranch, Woodland (M3 Ranches)

A gorgeous farm just outside of Sacramento with some of the most beautiful sunflowers to be found in northern Califonia, you’ll find the season here runs from mid-June to mid-July.

They do plenty more than just sunflowers here on this active ranch in Yolo County so it’s best to let them know you’re coming in advance and get the exact location where pictures are permitted.

There are no fancy facilities here, just incredible picturesque booms.

Cost: Free

Location: 15810 Co Rd 95, Woodland, CA 95695

2. The Cloverleaf Farm, Davis

If you’re a northern California local you may well have spotted this field from the corner of your eye off the I-80. Peaking from mid-June to mid-July, no formal appointments are needed just for photos, or look out for U-Pick season dates where you can get permission to walk amongst the fields.

Follow their instagram here or pop over to their website (NB, may not be running 2023 due to a poor crop season)

Cost: Free – pay for U-Pick only

Location: 9055, Olmo Lane, Davis, CA 95616

There are no doubt more destinations we can add to this list in 2023 and beyond! If there are any cool sunflower field spots in California you think we’ve missed or timings we have wrong, drop us a note at familyroadtripblog@gmail.com so we can include them next year.  

More Fun Sunflower Facts!

A few more interesting facts our sunflower-lovers may want to know before you head off on a sunflower hunting road trip this summer:

• Sunflowers are actually a native North American species
• The biggest producer of sunflowers and sunflower oil in the world is Ukraine
• There are more than 70 different species of sunflowers! Some are even purple and red
• A sunflower takes 80 to 120 days to grow – growing 2 to 2.5 inches per day
• A sunflower is actually made up of thousands of mini flowers that make the full flower.
• The long petals on a sunflower are called ray florets
• Sunflowers can grow over 16 ft tall!
• Young sunflowers always face the sun. This means the direction they face will change throughout the day
• A mature flower will face east, attracting up to 5 times more pollinators
• Want sunflowers for your vase? The best time to clip them is early in the morning after the dew has dried.
• Sunflower seeds are loaded with nutrients and minerals like potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, fiber, and polyunsaturated fat

Looking for the ideal finish to your sunflower road trip in California? You’ll want to try one of our fun & witty sunflower Instagram captions to show off your sunny delights!

More on Road Tripping California

When planning your California road trip, there are a few things to be mindful of:

• Before you set our road-tripping in California, always check for the latest highway updates. Many of the most scenic drives in California are susceptible to both bushfires and landslides.

• So much more than just the sunflowers! Make sure you check out these 12 Scenic Drives in Northern California, or these unmissable majestic nature-spots in California.

• Many parts of California away from the big cities have poor to non-existent cell phone signal. Always have downloaded maps if using a phone app or take good old-fashioned paper maps.

• Summer means bushfire season for much of northern California. Stay alert to bushfire warnings with the National Weather Service and Cal Fire when planning your daily drives.

• If you’re still trying to decide where to go in California (it’s a seriously big state!) our guide to the highlights of Northern California vs Southern California might help you decide.

• Never forget an important item for your family again! Download our ultimate family road trip checklist before you set out.

Let’s get in the car and go for an unforgettable and utterly instagrammable California sunflower road trip adventure this summer and fall.

© Family Road Trip 2026

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Did you know that Minnesota is now the country’s third-biggest producer of sunflowers (after North Dakota and South Dakota)? In fact, the Dakota’s and Minnesota now produce 75% of the country’s sunflowers.

So what better place to take a sunflower road trip in the US this summer!

Sunflower farms have hugely increased in popularity over even the last 5 years, not just as essentials crops but as tourist destinations in themselves! A fabulous addition to any family road trip this summer is stopping in at a sunflower farm of two on your road trip across the country.

We’re starting this US sunflower road trip series in our US Editor’s home state of Minnesota! Let’s bring a splash of color and excitement to your Midwest family road trip with these superb locations.

But before we splash into this colorfest…

Best Time To See Sunflowers in Minnesota

To have the best opportunity of seeing sunflower fields, plan your Minnesota trip from mid-July and through August, even a few can still be spotted in early September.

Each field will be planted at a slightly different time so there will always be something in bloom if you plan for these dates.

The blooms only last for about 10 days in each field before they need to be harvested, so you do need to plan your Minnesota sunflower road trip carefully to avoid disappointment. And remember Mother Nature plays her hand too (we’d always check in on the farms’ social accounts in advance).

What to Know Before Visiting Minnesota Sunflower Fields with Kids

There are a few things you should bear in mind when planning a sunflower road trip in Minnesota with your kids:

• You are still on someone’s working farm and private property
• Come properly dressed for the occasion and explain the rules and etiquette (often repeatedly to the little ones!) so everyone knows what is expected of them
• Never trample on the flowers or pick any you are not supposed to
• Carefully follow any farm or field rule specifics, this can include sticking to designated paths and not climbing on any machinery
• Do expect even in summer the fields can be muddy; we’d leave their best party frocks and white clothes at home, even if you think it’ll make for a cute photo
• Amenities on hand will vary by farm and field; some are still quite rustic (i.e., they may not have restrooms), and others will have cafes, playgrounds, and the full works to entertain the littles – we’ve tried to help you narrow this down (based on the best of our knowledge from the 2021 sunflower season)
• Avoid wearing perfumes or any strong fragrances – you want the bees focused on the flowers!
• Don’t swat at the bees! They will be hanging around but as long as you leave them alone, they’re there doing an important job
• Opening hours can be weather dependent, call in advance if unsure and to avoid disappointment
• Some events and festivals are ticketed. Again, book online in advance (we’ve tried to annotate these once for you below)

What to pack for a Sunflower Road Trip

In addition to our road trip essentials, for a sunflower day trip or longer road trip, make sure you pack for all the family

• A camera!
• Sunhats
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Bug Spray
• Closed-toe shoes are recommended
• Snacks (bearing in mind any farm rules about bringing your own food)

And don’t forget our collection of fun and playful sunflower captions when you’re ready to share your day’s adventures on the ‘gram!

Best Sunflower Fields in Minnesota

Without further ado, let’s start making our way around the best locations for a family sunflower trip in Minnesota.

1. Joyer Adventure Farm at Waldoch Farm

A fabulous all-rounder family farm experience, Joyer Adventure Farm combines an animal farm, low ropes course, games, and a hay wagon ride, in addition to their wonderful and abundant sunflower fields.

With 10’s of thousands of blooms over 6 acres, their sunflower fields are planted with blooms to come all the way from mid-July through to September. They have U-Pick flowers on offer, allowing you to take home a sunflower from your adventure or flowers available to purchase too.

Plenty of amenities on hand here for a full family day out.

Cost: Visits here are ticketed and must be pre-booked online $10.99 – $14.99. No pets.

Location: Waldoch Farm Garden Center, 8174 Lake Drive, Lino Lakes, MN, 55014

2. Treasured Haven Farm

A working farm, here they space out their field planting for gorgeous blooms all the way from mid-July to mid-September. The sunflowers are raised from organic seeds and harvested for pet treats, birdseed, or ground into animal feed for the farm’s animals.

Photo opportunities abound here including farm animals, woodlands, and prairie areas in addition to around a million magnificent blooms.

On-site amenities include parking, toilets, benches for picnics, and a gift shop that operates during sunflower season. They aim to open daily from July 29 thru August 15 and Friday through Monday during the shoulder seasons.

Stay tuned here for exact opening dates in 2023.

Cost: $20 per carload, cash preferred

Location: Treasured Haven Farm, 53407 Government Rd, Rush City, MN 55069

3. Fish Sunflower Fields

For a more rustic approach to sunflower season, Fish Sunflowers have 11 different fields located within about an hour of Minneapolis. All are free to roam and enjoy, as long as you respect the rules.

Being just fields, there are no bathroom amenities so plan accordingly.

Cost: Free

Location: Various – check what’s blooming when here.

NB – We’ve recently seen they are taking a rest year in 2023 but leaving them on our list in case you’re searching for future seasons

4. Green Barn Garden Center

Primarily a garden center where you can purchase flowers and plants, they have also been planting black oil sunflowers here in the adjacent field for around 25 years. Expect to see the blooms from the end of July and through August. On weekends, food trucks will also stop by making it a complete family day out.

Here they can even help you with that classic farmyard photo including props like tractors, a fire truck, and wagons to stand on (for an additional fee)

Cost: Free to enter but pay for photo opportunities

Location: Green Barn Garden Center, 26501 Highway 65 NE, Isanti, MN 55040

5. Fresh Acres Farm & Corn Maze

Running since 2016, the past few years they have planted around 5 acres of incredible sunflowers to experience on this beautiful property in Monticello, Minnesota. Expected to bloom around August, it’s best to pre-book a ticket online.

Their season runs into fall as they also operate 2 corn mazes and have a fabulous lineup of outdoor activities for the title ones including inflatables, food, and petting opportunities.

Cost: $8 per person, stems $2

Location: Fresh Acres Farm, 8102 72nd St NE, Monticello, Minnesota,

A Few More Minnesota Sunflower Fields to Consider in 2023

We can’t be certain yet that all of these will be planted and go ahead so keep an eye on their Facebook pages:

• Sunflower Ranch, Big Lake, Minnesota (Sunflower Fest has previously been held last weekend in August but not clear from their website if they have canceled this year’s event)
• Minnesota Harvest, Cider Bar, bakery & U-Pick Orchard, Jordan, Minnesota
• Brand Farms, Farmington, Minnesota

There are many more up-and-coming destinations in addition to this list! If there are more you think we need to add for 2023 do drop us a note at familyroadtripblog@gmail.com so we can include them next year.  

And Sunflower Fields Further From Home

Whilst its true that the vast majority of sunflower production in the United States occurs in the Midwest – predominantly North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota, there are still further sunflower spotting opportunities across the country.

Many outside of the midwest are planted for domestic use and aesthetics, but nonetheless make for colorful late summer family road trip opportunities and fun days out with the kids in a colorful farm setting.

Why not also try this year:

• Spectacular Sunflower Fields in California – particularly concentrated around Yolo County west of Sacramento, but we’ve dug out a few early fall options in Southern California too

• Best Sunflower Fields in New York – thousands of acres can be found in popular NYC day-tripping destinations, including Long Island and the Hudson Valley, or take an entire weekend in Upstate New York to discover some floral treasures alongside farm animals and other summer festivities on the land.

• New Jersey Sunflower Farms also bring some late summer color and joy on the east coast.

• You can even find sunflower fields in Miami! The tropical climate means unlike the rest of the country, prime growing time is actually over winter.

More Fun Sunflower Facts!

A few more interesting facts our sunflower lovers may want to know before you head off on a sunflower-hunting road trip this summer:

Sunflowers are actually a native North American species
The biggest producer of sunflowers and sunflower oil in the world is Ukraine
There are more than 70 different species of sunflowers! Some are even purple and red
A sunflower takes 80 to 120 days to grow – growing 2 to 2.5 inches per day
A sunflower is actually made up of thousands of mini flowers that make the full flower.
The long petals on a sunflower are called ray florets
Sunflowers can grow over 16 ft tall!
Young sunflowers always face the sun. This means the direction they face will change throughout the day
A mature flower will face east, attracting up to 5 times more pollinators
Want sunflowers for your vase? The best time to clip them is early in the morning after the dew has dried.
Sunflower seeds are loaded with nutrients and minerals like potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, fiber and polyunsaturated fat

Let’s get in the car and go for an unforgettable (and utterly instagrammable!) Minnesota road trip adventure this summer.

© Family Road Trip 2026

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Who says the Midwest should have all the fun when in comes to sunflower farms?

Although by no means a large industry in Florida, sunflower fields aplenty have been popping up over the Sunshine State.

Whether you’re looking for a fun and easy day trip from Miami or to incorporate a sunflower stop on your Florida family road trip, we’ve been picking out the most colorful sunflower farms to try in 2026.

But before we hit the road…

Best Time To See Sunflower Fields in Miami

Florida is quite unique in offering more than one planting season for sunflowers. The sunflower fields close to Miami can offer both spring and late fall seasons – some fields even flower through winter! We have indicated below to the best of our knowledge when each sunflower field will be in bloom.

You’ll find each sunflower farm will plant its fields over a staggered period to make the most of the sunflower blooms. It takes two to three months for sunflowers to mature, with peak blooms only lasting for around ten days.

And remember, as much as the planting can be controlled, Mother Nature cannot; heavy rains and storms can cause havoc for sunflower farmers, so it’s always wise to check with each sunflower farm before heading off on a road trip from Miami to make sure blooms are at their best.

What to Know Before Visiting Miami Sunflower Fields with Kids

There are a few things you should bear in mind when planning a sunflower road trip in Florida with your kids:

• You are still on someone’s working farm and private property, as much as you might be there for the insta-moment, treat the sunflower fields with respect
• Come properly dressed for the occasion and explain the rules and etiquette (often repeatedly to the little ones!), so everyone knows what is expected of them
• Never trample on the flowers or pick any you are not supposed to
• Carefully follow any farm or field rule specifics; this can include sticking to designated paths and not climbing on any machinery
• Do expect summer the fields can be muddy – yes, even in Florida – we’d leave their best party frocks and white clothes at home, even if you think it’ll make for a cute photo
• Avoid wearing perfumes or any strong fragrances – you want the bees focused on the flowers, not you!
• And do not swat at the bees! They will be hanging around the flowers but as long as you leave them alone, they’re there doing an important job
• Opening hours can be weather dependent, call in advance if unsure and to avoid disappointment
• Some events and festivals are ticketed. Again, book online in advance (we’ve tried to annotate these once for you below)
• Professional photography shoots may be permitted. Contact the farms in advance to make arrangements if you’re after something more than a few iPhone snaps

What to Pack for a Miami Sunflower Road Trip

In addition to our road trip essentials, for a sunflower day trip or longer road trip, make sure you pack for all the family

• A camera!
• Sunhats
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Bug Spray
• Closed-toe shoes are recommended
• Snacks (bearing in mind any farm rules about bringing your own food)
• Claritin/hayfever relief
• Water

Best Sunflower Fields Near Miami

Let’s hit the road and explore these incredible and utterly instagrammable sunflower fields near Miami.

1. The Berry Farm

Only a stone’s throw away from the city, The Berry Farm is a must for sunflower lovers near Miami.

As the name might suggest, the Berry Farm features not just sunflower fields, but strawberry picking, a farmer’s market, hayrides, a playground, obstacle course, bouncepad and more. Its hard to believe you’re in southern Florida!

What makes Berry Farm unique in offering a very long sunflower viewing season. They are closed only over the hottest months from May until mid-September.

Several festivals are held throughout the year (including the Sunflower Festival in March with a maze) and you’ll find a delicious array of fresh fruit and veg from their juice and smoothie bar through to a farmer’s market.

The Berry Farm makes for a superb fun family day out away from the beaches in Miami.

Cost: Weekends $17 adults/$13 kids; Weekdays $11 adults/$9 kids. Sunflowers by the stem are $1

Location: 13720 SW 216th Street, Miami, FL 33170

2. Strawberry Fields of Kendall

Sister property to The Berry Farm, as you might expect from the name, the primary produce here at Strawberry Fields of Kendall is strawberries, but u-pick sunflower fields are also in operation 7 days a week, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (2022 season returns in December)

Cost: Free entry, U-Pick $1 a stem

Location: 9443 SW 137th Ave, Miami, FL 33186

3. Family Farms

Family Farms is the full works when it comes to farm yard fun in Florida.

The sunflower fields are open Thursday to Sunday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Friday and Satrday nights enjoy free entry to bonfire on the Farm.

Cost: Sunflowers $3 a stem, Zinnias $1.50

Location: 14950 SW 14th St, Davie, FL 33326

The next few are slightly further afield but could still be visited on a day trip from Miami or as a long road trip through to popular central Florida destinations, including Tampa and Orlando.

4. Bedner’s Farm Fresh Market

Located on the east coast of Florida, Bedner’s Farm Fresh Market is less than 90 minutes from Miami and has sunflower fields open from December through until May.

Tractor rides on weekends for kids only adds to the farm fun, plus plenty of other farm fresh produce

Cost: TBC – per stem

Location: 420 Claremore Dr, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

5. Mick Farms

Situated around an hour south of Orlando, Mick Farms can make the perfect stop when road tripping Florida between Miami and the theme parks.

More than just sunflowers, there’s plenty of fresh produce and u-pick opportunities that follow the seasons from fall through to spring.

Cost: There’s no fee to enter, you only pay for what you pick.

Location: 4261 Canoe Creek Road, Saint Cloud, FL 34772

6. Hunsander Farms

One of the most beautiful farms in Florida, Hunsader Farm can be found south of Tampa. If you’ll be road tripping to the west coast of Florida from Miami, definitely get this on your road trip itinerary.

They offer u-pick sunflowers, along with zinnias and wildflowers in spring. Make sure to bring your own clippers for U-pick opportunities for $1 stems (yellow) and $3 per stem for colored sunflowers.

Professional photographers can book 2-hour private sessions to make the most of their stunning flower fields.

As well as flowers, they offer a petting zoo and playground and plenty of fresh produce for U-Pick from turnips and squash to tomatoes, beans and peas.

Note that they close over the summer, re-opening in September.

Cost: $2 entry plus what you pick

Location: 5500 Co Rd 675, Bradenton, FL 34211

A Few More Florida Sunflower Fields to Consider in 2026

Some of these are a little far from Miami to count as a day trip but well worthy of a mention if you’re a sunflower fan in Florida:

• Southern Hill Farms – Clermont, FL
• Grahams U Pick Farm – Umatilla, FL
• Sledd’s U Pick Farm – Mims, FL
• Sweetfields Farm – Brooksville, FL
• A Land of Delight – Plant City, FL

If there are more you think we need to add for 2024 do drop us a note at familyroadtripblog@gmail.com so we can include them next year.  

More Fun Sunflower Facts!

A few more interesting facts our sunflower-lovers may want to know before you head off on a sunflower hunting road trip this summer:

• Sunflowers are actually a native North American species
• There are more than 70 different species of sunflowers! Some are even purple and red
• A sunflower is actually made up of thousands of mini flowers that make the full flower
• The long petals on a sunflower are called ray florets
• Sunflowers can grow over 16 ft tall!
• Young sunflowers always face the sun. This means the direction they face will change throughout the day
• A mature flower will face east, attracting up to 5 times more pollinators
• Want sunflowers for your vase? The best time to clip them is early in the morning after the dew has dried
• Sunflower seeds are loaded with nutrients and minerals like potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, fiber and polyunsaturated fat

And More USA Sunflower Adventures

If you can’t get another of these cheerful golden blooms, you may also be interested in:

• Stunning Sunflower Farms in New Jersey
• Best Sunflower Fields in New York Sunflowers
• Magnificent Minnesota Sunflower Fields
• California Sunflower Fields Not to Miss

Let’s get in the car and go for an unforgettable and utterly instagrammable sunflower road trip adventure this summer.

© Family Road Trip 2026

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You probably thinking of the midwest as soon as we mention sunflower fields, but did you know New Jersey is also home to dozens of incredible and picturesque sunflower farms?

Forget berry picking and corn mazes, in summer and early fall it’s sunflower mazes that rule supreme in NJ!

Most sunflower blooms in New Jersey can be found in the latter part of summer and even through to early fall, providing the perfect segway to apple picking and pumpkin season!

Many of New Jersey’s sunflower farms are within easy reach of NYC on a day trip, so join us as we journey around the state, picking out our favorite NJ sunflower farms for summer 2022.

But before we hit the road…

• Don’t miss the best sunflower fields in New York
• You can even find sunflower fields near Miami
• And magical Minnesota sunflower farms are among the country’s best

Best Time To See Sunflowers in New Jersey

To have the best opportunity of seeing sunflower fields, plan your New Jersey sunflower road trip in August through to early September.

Each field will be planted at a slightly different time so there will always be something in bloom if you plan for these dates.

The blooms only last for about 10 days in each field before they need to be harvested, so you do need to plan your New Jersey sunflower road trip with care to avoid disappointment.

And remember, Mother Nature plays her hand too; summer storms can happen, ruining crops or delaying blooms, so we’d highly recommend checking with your chosen sunflower farm a few days out that fields will be in bloom and activities on as scheduled.

What to Know Before Visiting New Jersey Sunflower Fields with Kids

There are a few things you should bear in mind when planning a sunflower farm NJ road trip with your kids:

• You are still on someone’s working farm and private property; Never trample on the flowers or pick any you are not supposed to
• Instruct your kids to carefully follow any farm or field rules, this can include sticking to designated paths and not climbing on any machinery
• Come properly dressed for the occasion, working farms are muddy even in summer so do expect whatever they wear to come home dirty
• If you want great sunflower photos with kids, aim for contrasting colors without prints

• Amenities on hand will vary by farm and field; some are still quite rustic (i.e., they may not have restrooms), while others come complete with dining facilities, bathrooms, playgrounds, and other farm activities
• Avoid wearing perfumes or any strong fragrances – you want the bees focused on the flowers, not you!
• Don’t swat at the bees! They will be hanging around, but as long as you leave them alone, they’re there doing an important job
• Opening hours can be weather dependent; call in advance if unsure and to avoid disappointment
• Avoid the crowds by going on weekdays if you can (but note that not all New Jersey Sunflower Farms are opened daily)
• Some events and festivals are ticketed so make sure you book online in advance (we’ve tried to annotate these once for you below)
• Some NJ sunflower farms will want cash at the gate

What to Pack for a Sunflower Road Trip

In addition to our road trip essentials, for a sunflower day trip or longer road trip, make sure you pack for all the family

• A camera!
• Sunhats
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Bug Spray
• Boots or at least closed-toe shoes are recommended
• Snacks (bearing in mind any farm rules about bringing your own food)
• Shears for cutting flowers (also recommended some wet paper towels to wet your stems on the way home will help their longevity)

Best Sunflower Fields in New Jersey

Whether you’re seeking an easy day trip from the big smoke or want to incorporate a farm stop on one of New Jersey’s incredible scenic drives, here’s the best of the bunch you’ll want on a New Jersey sunflower bucket list!

1. Holland Ridge Farm – Cream Ridge

Home to 5 million sunflowers, 300-acre Holland Ridge Farm is the largest U-Pick Flower Farm in the USA! At just over an hour away from Manhattan it makes an ideal weekend escape with the kids.

They run both a tulip U-Pick season earlier in the summer and a late sunflower season running through September and into October.

On-site they have up 15 food tucks daily, picnic tables, pony rides and farm animals so you can have a full family outting – but please make sure you pre-book a time slot online.

Cost: $12.80 for 3 and up (TBC for 2022), U-Pick $1 a stem – they provide the buckets and clippers

Location: 86 Rues Road, Cream Ridge, NJ 08514

2. Happy Day Farm – Manalapan

Sitting less than 90 minutes from Manhattan, Happy Day Farm is a popular NJ day trip destination for sunflower viewing and picking.

The season here starts in early July and can run through until mid-August

In addition to the sunflower fields, there’s lavender viewing, raspberry and blueberry picking. Props are available for some extra photography fun and there’s plenty of farm yard activities from tractor rides to fair ground games and rides.

Note, no furry friends allowed here and and no outside food. You’ll need to BYO your own shears for collecting flowers or pay a deposit for theirs.

Note they have further property only a mile away Arrowhead Farmstead with props and plenty of photo op areas in their 10 acre field.

Cost: $17 Cash Only – open Wednesday to Sunday. U-pick Sunflowers are $2.50 and family photo slots can be booked after hours for $150/hr

Location: 106 Iron Ore Road, Manalapan, NJ 07726

3. Sussex County Sunflower Maze – Sandyston

Found in Sandyston, around 2 hours drive from Manhattan, you’ll find beautiful sunflowers blooming at Sussex County Sunflower Maze from mid August to Mid September.

There are several different sunflower mazes here to enjoy amongst the 1.5 million sunflowers, making it the largest sunflower maze on the east coast.

Well-behaved furry friends are allowed here on a leash, plus kids can join in a bug safari tour and kids scavenger hunt.

Cost: (cash only on entry) $10 adults, children $6 under 3 free

Location: 101 Route 645, Sandyston, NJ 07826

4. Alstede Farms – Chester

With a long sunflower season running from mid-July to mid-September, Alstede Farms have fun family farm activities on offer year-round, from fall pumpkin patches to berry picking and wine tasting.

Take a hayride out to the sunflower fields and plenty of PYO opportunities, as well as photo ops – they have a special point you can climb to for overlooking the fields.

During harvest season they have evening entertainment overlooking the fields of sunflowers.

Cost: $2 stems. Purchase tickets at the gate, $5 conveinece fee included

Location: 1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester, NJ 07930

5. Stony Hill Farm Market – Chester

With 2.5 acres and 8 varietals, Stony Hall Farms isn’t the largest sunflower farm in northern New Jersey but still picture perfect. There’s one field available for walks and photos and another available for guests to pick their own sunflowers.

During the Sunflower Festival you can get a wagon ride, live music and access to vendors. Last year the season ran from early September to early November.

Cost: $19.99 festival tickets. Admission to the cutting fields only is $10 and includes one stem

Location: 15 North Road, Chester, NJ 07930

6. Three Silos Farm – Newton

Think spectacular countryside views in this 6 acre sunflower and zinnia field. Three Silos Farm have a half mile walk through the fields.

Expect the season to run from end of July to end of August. You can pack your own cooler and picnic blanket and enjoy barnyard tunes and one of New Jersey’s most beautiful farms.

Cost: $10 General Admission, $5 kids 3 to 12 years.

Location: 150 Hampton House Road, Newton, NJ 07860

7. Johnson’s Locust Hall Farm – Jobstown

Offering Park N’ Pick to access all their flower fields from Friday through Sunday. This historic property Locust Hall sprawls over 315 acres (not all sunflowers!) and offers a huge variety of Farm to Table events, workshops, and live music events.

You’ll need to check in with them when the sunflower season has started, and flowers are ripe for picking! Generally, it will start in early September, followed by the fall apple and pumpkin season.

This is known as one of New Jersey’s most picture-perfect farms for sunflower photography, also a great spot for weddings and special events.

Cost: $4.95 entry TBC 2022 (+ picked items)

Location: 2691 Monmouth Road, Jobstown, NJ 08041

8. Johnson’s Corner Farm – Medford

Famous for their annual Sunflower Celebration, Johnson’s Corner Farm is a delightful spot to enjoy a sunflower maze and sunflower picking in New Jersey. You can also nab yourself PYO sweet corn, blueberries, and tomatoes here.

Expect the Sunflower Celebration to take place in mid-September. A ticket here for the sunflower maze also gets you access the discovery barn, kids activities and splash pad.

After you’ve snapped some fun family pictures, enjoy their marker, ice cream parlor or FarmHouse Kitchen.

Cost: $5-6 to take the Hayride out to the fields. Sunflowers are $1 a stem. Make your bookings online in advance

Location: 133 Church Road, Medford, NJ 08055

9. Sunset Flower Farm – Bellepain

Running a 17 acre property, this working flower farm grows many colorful varietals year round but sunflowers will be found ready for purchase in August.

A popular day trip in Cape May County, Sunset Flower Farm “Beauty by the Bunch” will pick a bundle of flowers for you.

Cost: Varies by bunch

Location: 550 Hands Mill Rd, Bellepain, NJ 08270

10. Von Thun Farms – Washington

Von Thun Farms is home to the New Jersey Sunflower Trail. Open through the summer season until September, this is a glorious U-Pick destination in Warren County, New Jersey.

Enjoy not just sunflowers but zinnias, marigolds, and many more – it’s a real flower-lovers delight; fill a bucket with your treasured finds. They also have raspberries and peaches available for U-pick at their Brunswick fields.

No pets allowed here, but you can visit their farm animals and farm market. They trail includes several cute farm yard props to really make your photos pop!

Cost: $12.99 weekdays, 14.99 weekends; $6 for 3 stems – online booking in advance strongly encouraged. Exclsuive photographer hours can also be booked.

Location: 438 Route 57 West, Washington, NJ 07882

A Few More New Jersey Sunflower Fields to Consider in 2022

We can’t be certain yet that all of these will be planted and go ahead this year or open to the public, so keep an eye on their Facebook pages or contact them directly if you’d like property access without trespassing:

• Andersen Farms – have previously run a Sunflower Maze in Sparta. They were closed in 2020 and 2021 but we await news in 2022 (otherwise still stop in for their amazing ice cream!).
• Alan’s Flower Farm – offering a variety beyond just sunflowers including dahlias, peonies, and hydrangeas in Chesterfield. Sunflowers bloom through summer and into fall and are available to purchase.
• Brodhecker Farm – another option in Sparta though expect just a roadside stop here from late August, you’ll find these fields along Route 25.
• Bullock Farms – check their Facebook page if they’ll be running a fall season U-pick on the weekends
• Dalton Farms – in Swedesboro, south New Jersey grow sunflowers and are open from Labor Day throigh September
• Donaldsons Farm – better known for their PYO fruits and fresh produce, they do have sunflowers in bloom too during early fall, Hackettstown
• Melick’s Town Farm: Oldwick Farm Market – operate a pick your own without an appointment, just bring your clippers, found in Oldwick July to September
• Silverton Farms – found in Roms River off the Garden State parkway you’ll find their harvest mid-August
• Terhune Orchards – offering everything from farm animals to fresh backed pies – even wine – and yes, Sunflowers! Found in Princeton
• Wards Farm – not always open to the public but they do run events during the year, check for upcoming festivals in Salem County.

We bet there are a few more up-and-coming destinations in New Jersey we can add to this list! If there are more you think we need to add for 2023 do drop us a note at familyroadtripblog@gmail.com so we can include them next year.  

Taking Home Some U-Pick Sunflowers?

Here are some top pointers to get the most out of your U-Pick Sunflowers

• Do all your fun farm activities first and leave U-Pick until just before you leave

• Don’t break the sunflower stems off, always use clippers – check if you need to BYO or can borrow some from the sunflower farm

• Bring a container to put them in with a little water as soon as they’re picked (a tall water bottle can work well), the quicker you can get them in water, the less likely they’ll wilt

• Alternative, some damp paper towel wrapped around the stems can help

• When you get home, cut off 1-2″ from the stem, remove the leaves and put it in cold water with sugar or a teaspoon of lemon-lime soda – your blooms will last that little bit longer

• Taking some pictures of your magnificent blooms to get you through the winter? Don’t miss our favorite sunflower captions!

What are you waiting for? grab your boots and clippers and jump in the car for an unforgettable and utterly instagrammable sunflower road trip adventure this summer.

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You probably thinking of the Midwest as soon as we mention sunflower fields, but did you know there are thousands of acres of sunflowers planted in New York?

Many farmers are happy to open their sunflower fields to the public for appreciation, photographing, and fun family mazes and some even operate U-pick to bring home your own magnificent blooms.

The blooms don’t last forever so you need to time this touch of summer magic just right.

Join us as we journey around the state of New York from Long Island to Niagara Falls, picking out our favorite sunflower field road trips for summer 2022 (we’ll be updating our list soon for known locations in 2023!)

But before we hit the road…

Best Time To See Sunflowers in New York

To have the best opportunity of seeing the vibrant yellow hues, plan your New York sunflower road trip from late July and through August, even a few can still be spotted in early September. Around the second or third week of August, you can almost be guaranteed some sunflower spotting.

Each field will be planted at a slightly different time so there will always be something in bloom in New York if you plan for these dates.

The blooms in each field will only last for about 10 days, and Mother Nature can play her hand too with stormy mid-summer weather capable of wreaking havoc with crops. You will need to plan your New York sunflower road trip carefully and call ahead to avoid disappointment.

Note that you really need a car for these sunflower fields in New York. Even the Long Island sunflower farms are in remote locations you cannot conveniently reach by public transport.

Sunflower-lovers may also be interested to check out:

• Sunflower fields in Minnesota
• Make the most of Miami’s tropical climate for a long sunflower season
• California’s Spectacular Sunflower Fields

What to Know Before Visiting New York Sunflower Fields with Kids

There are a few things you should bear in mind when planning a sunflower road trip in New York with your kids:

• Come properly dressed for the occasion and explain the rules and etiquette (often repeatedly to the little ones!) so everyone knows what is expected of them.
• You are still on someone’s working farm and private property; Never trample on the flowers or pick any you are not supposed to.
• Carefully follow any farm or field rule specifics, this can include sticking to designated paths and not climbing on any machinery.
• Do expect even in summer the fields can be muddy – the flowers still need to be regularly irrigated to grow; we’d leave their best party frocks and white clothes at home, even if you think it’ll make for a cute photo.
• Amenities on hand will vary by farm and field; some are still quite rustic (i.e., they may not have restrooms), and others will have cafes, playgrounds, and the full works to entertain the littles – we’ve tried to help you in this list narrow down what facilities you’ll find at each.
• If it’s a U-pick farm (pick your own sunflowers), do BYO your own cutting tools, rarely will you find these are provided.
• Avoid wearing perfumes or any strong fragrances – you want the bees focused on the flowers, not you!!
• And on that note, don’t swat at the bees! They will be hanging around but as long as you leave them alone, they’re there doing a very important job.
• Opening hours can be weather dependent, always contact the farms we mention here in advance if unsure of present conditions and to avoid disappointment.
• Some events and festivals are ticketed and will require you to book in advance.

What to Pack for a Sunflower Road Trip

In addition to our road trip essentials, for a sunflower day trip or longer road trip, make sure you pack for all the family

• A camera!
• Sunhats
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Bug Spray
• Closed-toe shoes are recommended
• Snacks (bearing in mind any farm rules about bringing your own food)
• BYO cutting shears (if the farm runs a U-pick and you’ll be sunflower picking)
• Online reservations – check if the busiest places will run a ticketed system to control numbers

Best Sunflower Fields in New York

As you’d expect, there are no sunflower fields in any of the boroughs of New York City. You will find plenty on Long Island as well as a few a short drive away in New Jersey (see this separate guide to New Jersey’s Sunflower farms). Head to the Hudson Valley and Upstate though, and you’ll find a treasure trove of yellow goodness in NY!

Let’s hit the road and explore these incredible and utterly instagrammable New York Sunflower fields.

1. Wickham Farms

This working farm in Upstate New York annually plants 12 acres of gorgeous sunflower fields for Sunflower Spectacular – one of the best sunflower displays in New York state.

Wickham Farms also have lavender fields in bloom from the end of June to mid-July and pumpkin picking during their Fall Harvest Festival from early September through to the end of October.

Wickham Farms offers a flower bar for purchases and also offers hot food and dozens of kids’ activities including hay rides, mini-golf, and apple cannons. It’s one of the best places in New York for a family day out at the farm.

Cost: Variable online/at the door and on weekdays/weekends. 2022 pricing we understand will be $13.95 on weekdays/$16.95 weekends booked in advance (Closed Wednesdays). They also offer season passes if you live nearby and want to regularly join the farm yard fun.

Location: 1315 Sweet Corners Rd, Penfield, NY 14526

2. Manor Farm Sunflower Maze

An all-purpose family farm experience on Long Island, Manor Farm has been planting sunflower fields since 2013, with their flowers coming to bloom in about August – you’ll need to keep up to date on their Facebook page to see when blooms are about to peak.

This one has been purposefully designed as a maze rather than a field with plenty of cute additions, perfect for your sunflower photographs.

Not just the sunflowers, there’s plenty to enjoy at Manor Farm across the seasons including Easter hunts, and haunted Halloween trails. Our favorite though is the sunflower maze and the huge variety of sunflowers that can be found here.

You’ll find Manor Farm around an hour from Manhattan, making it one of the most popular sunflower fields close to New York.

Cost: Free but donation recommended

Location: 210 Manor Rd, Huntington, NY 11743

5. Waterdrinker Family Farm & Gardens

One of the most famous sunflower fields on Long Island, Waterdrinker is a classic sunflower farm experience offering indoor and outdoor greenhouses as well as tulip fields extending the flower-viewing season here. You can even hire a professional photographer for an hourly fee!

The Sunflower Festival opens end of August to early September, though some of the flowers may still be blooming by mid-September. You can buy flowers from their sunflower marketplace.

You’ll find food trucks and snacks for sale at Waterdrinker and an outdoor seating area. The Long Island Farm Brewery has even been added in an old potato barn!

Through into the mix lawn games, a corn maze, hayrides, tractor pedal cars, obstacle courses, and farm animals – plus they’re pet-friendly (on leashes) making for a full family outing.

At just 90 minutes from Manhattan, this is one of the most popular Long Island sunflower farms close to NYC – and one of the best family farm days out from late Spring through to fall, even a Winter Wonderland.

Cost: $15 General Admission, Under 2s free; $2 per stem or $5 wildflower bouquets.

Location: 663 Wading River Rd, Manorville, NY 11949

4. Wagner Farms

For a picture-perfect stroll amongst the sunflowers, we highly recommend Wagner Farms in the Upstate town of Rome, around 20 minutes from Utica.

In addition to a magnificent array of yellow flowers, Wagner Farms offer a corn maze and wagon rides. They also offer berry picking, a corn maze, tractor rides, and haunted summer night evenings.

There’s no U-pick here but sunflowers are available for purchase. The season here runs from late July to early September check Facebook for updates on early autumn activities.

Cost: $8 per person, under 2’s free.

Location: 5895 Old Oneida Road, Rome, NY 13440

5. Sunflowers of Sanborn

10 acres of sunflowers, 100,00 sunflowers, and your furry friends are welcome making this the perfect place for a summer’s day out.

Situated around 20 minutes east of Niagra Falls, the large farm Sunflowers of Sanborn is the perfect addition to your scenic drive through Upstate New York. The season generally speaking runs over the month of August, lasting until Labor Day with peak blooms expected in late August.

Grab a bite at the Sunflower Grill and Creamery and snip your own flowers at U-pick fields. Go on a tractor ride and try the maze for a complete family day out.

Cost: Admission free, $1 stems of $5 dwarf sunflowers. Professional photographers can also apply for permits.

Location: 3311 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn, NY 14132

6. Sunflower Valley Farm

This New Hampton sunflower farm in the Hudson Valley is a real treat.

Alongside the beautiful sunflower fields, there’s a sunflower maze, a small petting area, and face painting for kids on offer. You can picnic on the lawn, enjoy freshly squeezed lemonade, and sometimes they have an ice cream truck

With spaced-out plantings, the season here is expected to run from the end of July through until early September.

Cost: $5, under 5’s free. Photo shoot sessions can be booked mid-week if you want the most beautiful photos with the sunflowers

Location: 366 County Route 12, New Hampton, NY 10958

7. Strawberry Fields & Floral Farm

Found on the outskirts of Skaneateles in Upstate New York; not as big as others, but a lovely family experience. You can’t always see the sunflowers from the road as they also plant corn, you will need to visit during their opening hours for a proper peek inside.

We love that there are – as the name suggests – strawberry fields here too. The sunflower fields are in bloom from July to early September and strawberries have a much longer season from mid-June through to October.

Cost: $2 to do the sunflower maze, $1 per stem, or $12 for a guided tour (must be pre-booked)

Location: 4240 E Genesee Street Road, (on Route 20) Skaneateles, NY 13021

8. Garden of Eve

Another good Long Island choice is Garden of Eve organic farm and market. Devoted not just to sunflowers they are open all the way from April through to Halloween with various seasonal events from Watermelon and Tomato Tatic through to Oktoberfest.

The annual Sunflower Festival runs from the end of July to August on weekends. Enjoy 5 acres with over 100,000 flowers to stroll through. They also have extensive lavender fields here too.

For keeping the troops replenished, you’ll find here a cafe, brewery, horse barn, and garden. Sitting around 2 hours from Manhattan it is the perfect sunflower day trip from NYC!

Cost: $5 Tickets online in advance includes one free stem is it now 7.95

Location: 4558 Sound Ave, Riverhead, NY 11901

9. North Fork Sunflower Maze

Planted by Sidor Farms, the sunflower maze in Mattituck, Long Island is an absolute gem!

Alongside sunflowers, they grow potatoes (did you know back in the 1940’s Long Island used to be one of the country’s biggest produces of potatoes?)

The result? Delicious North Fork Potato Chips! Made with their own sunflower oil, of course. Make sure you buy a pack and see what everyone’s raving about.

This pet-friendly farm is the perfect sunflower road trip stop in New York, but do check their website before you visit to catch the North Fork Sunflower Maze maze at its peak.

Cost: $8 and free for under 10s

Location: 8350 Wickham Avenue, Mattituck, NY 11952

10. Kelder’s Farm

Found in southern New York, Kelder’s is another fun family sunflower experience and makes a great New York day trip. Their Sunflower Extravaganza starts on 1 August when 6 acres will burst into bloom.

This colorful display is accompanied by yard games and a wide variety of farm attractions including jumping pillows, mini-golf, a corn maze and U pick fruit opportunities.

Cost: Day passes $12/weekends more – Under 2 and over 80 free | Season passes available

Location: 5755 US Route 209, Kerhonkson, NY, 12446 US

11. Schmitt’s Family Farm

Most famous for having one of the best pumpkin patches in Long Island come fall, Schmitt Family Farm also offers a short sunflower season too. They have a mini-golf facility, playgrounds, hay rides, a petting zoo, corn mazes, and sell sweet little snacks.

If you’re hitting up the sunflower farms on Long Island, you won’t want to miss this one off your list.

Cost: $10 admission + additional activities cost more

Location: 26 Pinelawn Road, Melville, NY 11747

12. Stokoe Farms

Offering a variety of sunflower experiences over the latter half of summer, this location in Rochester has been a family farm for over 200 years!

Blooms should be out starting from early August with more than 20 different varietals giving a vast array of colorful hues.

The Sunflower Experience includes daytime sessions as well as twilight experiences, complete with live music (and ideal for your photographers). You’ll need to check the schedule of events for the upcoming season here, mostly held Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

The sunflower experiences come complete with farm activities for kids including bouncing pillows and giant slides, rope courses, a cargo climb along with nature trails, and even the chance to cuddle a kangaroo in their Roo Ranch! Enjoy fresh lemonades and a fun family day out on the farm in this top New York nature spot.

Cost: Variable by event

Location: 656 South Road, Scottsville, NY 14546

A Few More New York Sunflower Fields to Consider in 2022

If this isn’t enough, we’d also consider adding these smaller and private sunflower fields to your New York summer road trip route:

• Buttonwood Farm – we’re cheating a little as this is actually in Connecticut but well worthy of a mention amongst its New York rivals with 14 acres of sunflowers. Bouquet purchases here go to support the Make-A-Wish foundation.

• Daniel Thorn Farm – Found in upstate New York, there are no formal farm activities here, but you can pull up for some roadside snaps and appreciate over 200 acres of sunflowers in Clyde, New York.

• Hudson Valley Old Press Oils – free entry to their fields and a small fee for cut flowers donated to local charities; you’ll find them in Plesant Valley.

• Pindar Vineyard – add this to your Long Island itinerary; enjoy their week-long event held in mid-August, where you can visit their small sunflower fields in Peconic, alongside their winery. Sunflowers are $2 a stem to purchase or $12 for six wine tastings.

• Turek Farms – a family-owned farm in Cayuga County, this can easily be incorporated into a Finger Lakes road trip. It’s not one that’s openly advertised as welcoming tourists – which means far fewer tourists, but you also need to be respectful that this is private property- no picking here, just admiring.

Make sure you also pop over to our guide to Sunflower farms in NJ for plenty more options close to NYC!

We’re sure there are many more destinations we could add to this list. Not all properties are open to the public, but this could, of course, change year by year. If there are more Sunflower fields you’d like to see added, or we have the dates/pricing wrong, do drop us a note at familyroadtripblog@gmail.com so we can include them next year.  

More Fun Sunflower Facts!

A few more interesting facts our sunflower-lovers may want to know before you head off on a sunflower hunting road trip this summer:

• Sunflowers are actually a native North American species
• The biggest producer of sunflowers and sunflower oil in the world is Ukraine
• There are more than 70 different species of sunflowers! Some are even purple and red
• A sunflower takes 80 to 120 days to grow – growing 2 to 2.5 inches per day
• A sunflower is actually made up of thousands of mini flowers that make the full flower.
• The long petals on a sunflower are called ray florets
• Sunflowers can grow over 16 ft tall!
• Young sunflowers always face the sun. This means the direction they face will change throughout the day
• A mature flower will face east, attracting up to 5 times more pollinators
• Want sunflowers for your vase? The best time to clip them is early in the morning after the dew has dried.
• Sunflower seeds are loaded with nutrients and minerals like potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, fiber, and polyunsaturated fat

Get your family packed in the car and go for an unforgettable and utterly instagrammable sunflower road trip adventure this summer. Don’t forget we have a great collection of cool sunflower captions to complete your sunflower road trip.

More New York Inpiration

If you’re looking for more inspiration to fill your weekends in New York, you may also like:

• 7 of the most unique places to visit in New York State
• The best free things to do with kids in the Big Apple
• 10 Incredible day trips to take from NYC
• A Nature-lovers guide to New York State

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Everyone’s favorite summer flower season is on its way!

We’re not going to deny that sunflower season is one of our favorite excuses for jumping in the car with the kids in summer or a fun family day out. But it’s a bit of an art form to perfectly capture those memories, right?

You need to get the best bloom days in your local area mapped out, the right outfits for all of you, snap that perfect shot, post it to Instagram and… let’s get you some help for that perfect Instagram caption to match your perfect summer sunflower photo.

Cute Sunflower Captions for Families and Kids

Capturing those incredible memories of your family in those early years, nothing can set more beautiful a backdrop than road tripping through the sunflower fields. Here are some perfect sunflower captions for kids among these towering beauties:

• Let us watch you grow
• How cute is that sunflower family?
• You are my happiness, joy & peace of sunshine!
• The happiest flower ever!
• I’m growing with you
• A beautiful sunflower for a beautiful you
• The sunniest flowers in the garden of sunflowers
• Oh, the places you’ll go with sunflowers in your hair
• We have a ton of sunflowers
• Stand in front of the sunflower!

• I love you nothing more than sunflowers
• Happy as a flower
• It’s the little things in life
• shine bright like a sunflower
• We can reach great heights together
• Sunflowers are sunnier since you’ve been around
• After a day full of sunshine-filled giggles, I’m as cheerful as a sunflower!

Sunflower Selfie Captions

Traveling solo or want to be the star of your own sunflower show? After all, our mamas deserve a slice of the sunflower action too! These are the perfect sunflower Instagram captions and quotes to make you shine this summer:

• I’m not among the girls who like the color pink
• I’m a sunflower at heart
• I’m getting into the floral mood
• I’m the type of girl that always has a sunflower beside me
• Sunflowers bring sunshine to my soul
• Enjoying the good-good life with these amazing sunflowers

• A woman’s place is in the sun
• I’m feeling radiant today
• Dancing in the sun among the sunflowers
• No better way to spend a sunny afternoon than walking in the park surrounded by sunflowers
• I’m gonna soak up the sun until I burst
• I feel like sunshine whenever I see them
• Enjoying the moment

Couples Sunflower Quotes

In the mood for a romantic flower shoot, or want to tell a loved one how much your sunflowers experience? Ideal for lovers, husbands and wives, soul-mates and series sunflower lovers and romantics try these beautiful couples captions for your sunflower photos:

• Who doesn’t love sunflowers?
• All you need is love and sunflowers
• When you see sunflowers, dance with me
• I will love you like the sunflower loves the sunlight
• Sunflower kiss!
• He knows I love sunflowers
• Let me be your sunflower
• Sunflowers always remind me of you

• You are special like a sunflower
• This flower is as beautiful as you
• You’re like a ray of sunshine!
• Being around you is like being in the sun . . . It makes me feel warm inside
• Just like the sunflower that turns towards sunlight, show your love for someone special!
• You’re like a sunflower – warm, soft, and beautiful
• A flowered confession of my love for sunflowers
• Wish this sunflower were you
• You make my wildest sunflower fantasies come true

Sunflower Captions to Cheer Us Up

Part of the beauty of capturing sunflower photos in summer is cheering us up again when we may be feeling down or need that little extra motivation.

Keep those sunflower photos and Instagram captions for a day later in the year you really feel needs brightening up with these inspiring and motivating sunflower quotes:

• They’re here to cheer me up when I’m down
• It’s always a beautiful day when you’re surrounded by sunflowers
• You make me think of the sunny days
• A sunflower’s smile can brighten even your darkest day!
• Sunflowers are not just for summer
• There’s something about a sunflower that says, life is short, eat dessert first
• Every sunflower blooms at a different pace
• The best part of waking up is sunflowers on your phone
• The sunflower gives brightness to my day whenever I need it most
• Like a timeless wisp of sunflower but for the fleeting summer

• I wish I could have sunflowers every day
• Sunflowers never get tired of basking in the summer sun
• Looks like we might be sharing the same sun today
• There are always two sides to every sunflower
• The sunlight is my inspiration
• Be my sunshine in the rain
• Because if this beautiful sunflower can survive winter, so can I
• Sunflowers end up facing the sun, but they go through a lot of dirt to find their way there
• I love the way you cheer me up
• Sun, please shine soon

• Look around, the sunshine is smiling
• I’m nothing without a sunflower
• Be the sunshine to everyone’s life and brighten someone’s day
• Look at me and glow
• It doesn’t matter you’re beautiful by yourself too
• Sunflowers are my favorite because they never have a bad day
• My sunflower when I’m in full bloom
• Beaming with happiness, the sunflower brings me its warmth and joy!
• Learn from a sunflower – Choose to bloom and grow where you are

• No rain, no sunflowers
• Look at the bright side, like a sunflower
• Sunflower blooming in the dead of winter
• Even one sunflower brightens my day
• Don’t wait for the sun to rise, make it
• Life is like a sunflower, beautiful and radiant at every stage
• I see the sunflowers and it makes my heart smile

Even More Sunflower Captions

We have plenty more sunflower captions still to come! Still to find that exact sunflower quote to make your photo sing with happiness? We bet all of this collection will help put a smile on someone’s face and help brighten their Instagram feed this summer:

• Sunflowers to brighten your soul
• Oh
• Let’s get flowery
• Nothing more majestic than sunflowers in full bloom
• The lovely sunflower gave me beautiful kisses
• Sunflowers are my favorite flower
• Every good day deserves a sunflower!
• Sunflowers are my zen
• The love for sunflowers is incompatible with the love for mankind
• Happiness is the perfume of sunflowers
• Nothing in the world is so beautiful as a sunflower in full bloom

• Sunflowers are Earth’s smile
• The golden sun is smiling
• Awesome sunset and awesome sunflowers
• The yellow sun is shining
• The sunflower is one of my favorite flowers because of its beauty and simplicity
• Even a cloudy day can’t make a field of sunflowers look sad
• Sunflowers are the sun without the heat
• Oh how cute, sunflowers! I wish I could be as happy as you are
• Sunflowers are absolutely beautiful flowers
• Yellow streaks of sun

• Spring is in the air, so let’s celebrate with sunflowers!
• are the best!
• Sunflowers are my favorite subjects!
• Show me your gold!
• Rise, shine, and hold your head high
• Sunflowers are the perfect math
• Sunflower seeds require sun to grow
• I thought that sunflowers were supposed to smile
• Oh sunflower, you look so fine
• Grow your own with sunflowers seeds

• Sunny with a chance of flowers?
• Oh my god, I’m looking like a sunflower
• Sunflowers always make me happy
• Plenty of sunshine in the world
• I would suck on your sunshine all day if I could
• You have a great head on your shoulders, literally
• Shine bright like a sunflower
• Sunflowers bring sunshine wherever they bloom
• I miss being able to walk in fields of sunflowers
• The sunflower is looking at his reflection

• This great country deserves more sunflowers
• I was worried my sunflowers would feel left out
• So many sunflowers, so little time
• The sun and the flower
• Are you getting this yet? Sunflowers are the best!
• Sunflowers are yellow? That’s news to me!
• Make the sunshine purple too!
• I’m a sunflower head, you?
• So you’re a sunflower? Oh yeah? Well, I’m a sun god!
• Seeds can last a lot longer than plants

• Sunflowers are the best flowers that the sun could grow
• The Sun? No, I’m a sunflower
• The sunflower was very glad
• Make your life more colorful by spreading the sunshine!
• Life is like a sunflower- taking in the warmth and spinning around to spread joy and happiness
• It’s going to be a bright, bright, sunflower-y day
• Sunflowers bring joy to all
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Found a sunflower quote that you love?

We hope this has inspired you to hit the road and find some beautiful sunflower experiences this summer.

Where to Find Sunflower Fields in the USA

Sunflowers, a native species to North America can predominantly be found farmed in the midwest – The Dakotas and Minnesota are among the country’s largest sunflower produce.

In recent years though, many sunflowers farms have been planted across the US for more aesthetic reasons, and as an additional income for farmers to sell sunflower photography experiences. We’re making our way around the country to find the best sunflower farms and sunflower fields to photograph this summer.

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