Sunflower fields near Orlando

Seeing row after row of blooming sunflowers is not something you’d expect in Central Florida..but beyond the beaten path of Orlando, there are thriving family farms that harvest and grow a variety of crops — including beautiful sunflower fields.

Sunflower season in Orlando happens twice a year at Florida farms, usually during fall and spring (mother nature willing). When the yellow flower opens and blooms, farmers delight locals with sunflower pickup, sunflower you-pick, and stunning photo opportunities. Hop in your car to find these sunflower fields near Orlando.

Orlando sunflowers: image of rows of sunflowers and zinnias at Southern Hill Farm in Clermont, Florida

Image courtesy: Southern Hill Farms in Clermont, Florida.

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Sunflower picking tips:

Most farms communicate the status of their crops through Facebook. Check each farm’s Facebook page for sunflower availability, hours of operation, and any cost for entry.
Not all of the farms listed here have sunflowers in bloom right now — that all depends on the soil, mother nature, and a little bit of farmer’s luck. But all of the farms listed grow (or have grown) sunflowers in Central Florida.
Dress comfortably, and sensibly (you are visiting a real, working farm). Wear closed-toe shoes, hats, and sunscreen.
Be aware that there may be insects at these farms, so if members of your family are allergic to insects such as bees, take precautions.

Here’s a list of all the farms we know of within an hour or so of Orlando that grow sunflowers for public enjoyment and/or picking.

Keep in mind, a successful sunflower season depends on a variety of environmental factors, so check with the farm before visiting. Is there a spot we should add to this list? Let us know at info@orlandoonthecheap.com.

Southern Hill Farms in Clermont, Florida.

CLERMONT SUNFLOWER FIELD

Southern Hill Farms
16651 Schofield Rd, Clermont, FL 34714
407-986-5806

For a genuine Florida farm experience, travel through the rolling hills of Clermont and down a clay road to reach Southern Hill. This place is definitely worth the drive!

Check the farm’s Facebook page for announcements.

ASTATULA SUNFLOWER FIELD

Stanley Pond Adventure Farm
15426 County Rd 48, Astatula, FL 34705
(352) 742-8180

Check their Facebook page for updates.

You-pick sunflowers near Orlando: image of big sunflower at Sledd's U-Pick Farm in Mims, Florida

Sledd’s U-Pick Farm sunflower field in Mims, Florida.

MIMS SUNFLOWER FIELD

Sledd’s U-Pick Farm
Burkholm Road and Dixie Way (32.63 mi)
Mims, Florida 32754
(321) 537-7003

Check their Facebook page for updates.
Pick your own sunflowers and bring your own shears.
Cash only.

Sunflower fields Orlando: image of Graham Farms sunflower field

Graham Farms sunflower field in Umatilla.

UMATILLA SUNFLOWER FIELD

Graham Farms
14803 Lake Yale Rd
Umatilla, Florida 32784
(352) 636-3821

The Grahams know what they are doing when it comes to farming Central Florida — they have been working the land in Umatilla for five generations, since 1918!

The family farm offers a variety of u-pick crops throughout the year including sunflowers, citrus, peaches, and a pumpkin patch.