2024 Southeast Michigan Sunflower U-Pick Farms and Orchards - PickYourOwn.org

Sunflower U-Pick Orchards in Southeast Michigan in 2024, by county

Below are the U-Pick orchards and farms for sunflowers that we know of in this area.

Not all areas of a state have sunflowers farms that are open to the public. If you know of any others, please tell us using the add a farm form!

Remember to always check with the farm's own website or Facebook page before you go - or call or email them if they don't have a website or Facebook page. Conditions at the farms and crops can change literally overnight, so if you want to avoid a wasted trip out there - check with the farm directly before you go! If I cannot reach them, I DON'T GO!

PLEASE report closed farms, broken links and incorrect info using the "Report Corrections" form below.

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Washtenaw County

• Chacko Farms - Uses natural growing practices, lavender, sunflowers, zinnias, flowers, Cell service cell phones work here, farm animals, No dogs allowed except for service animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours, group reservations
  9384 Brookville Rd, Plymouth, MI 48170. Phone: (248) 880-2794. Email: Chackofarmsmi@gmail.com. Directions: Look for a white fence with a forked driveway and gate. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. Payment: Cash, Check, CashApp, Venmo, Free - no payments needed for anything. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, CashApp, Venmo, Free - no payments needed for anything.
  Chacko Farms Facebook page. . Alternate Phone: (231) 709-3291. Typical season is from mid/late July through mid/late September; in season, Monday to Sunday from 8 am to 7 pm, please see our website or Facebook page for updates about opening and closing dates Click here for our Instagram page. Other flowers offered: dahlias, snapdragons, gladiolus, salvia, wildflowers. (ADDED: March 06, 2024)

Wayne County

• Blueville Acres Blueberry Farm - No pesticides are used, blueberries, sunflowers, flowers, Turkeys, Fresh eggs, U-pick and already picked, porta-potties, farm animals
  38093 Judd Rd, Huron Charter Township, MI 48111. Phone: (734) 252-6751. Email: Blueberryfarmbluevilleacres@gmail.com. Open: Hours vary considerably; please call, see our website or Facebook page for current availability and hours. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only.
  Blueville Acres Blueberry Farm Facebook page. Typical u-pick blueberry season is from Mid July - Mid August. We do not use pesticides on the crops We are a no spray farm. We use only water and sunshine! Closed toe shoes are recommended. We ask that you apply any insect repellent at your vehicle as to not contaminate the bushes. Parking is limited so if your coming as a group please drive together. U-pick blueberries are $3/pound. At this time we accept cash only. We provide you with picking containers and bags to take your berries home in. (UPDATED: May 08, 2022)NOTE: Formerly called Sandy Acres Blueberry Farm
  Comments from a visitor on July 23, 2010: "We loved this charming place."

 

Sunflowers

Sunflower Picking Tips, and Information

Sunflowers are a mid-to late summer crop. They need warm soil and full sun.  In most areas, expect sungflowers to be available starting in June, and sometimes continuing into August.  It really depends on when the farmer plants them, the variety and local weather conditions. Farms that offer U-pick or pick-your-own sunflowers are becoming more common.

• Once picked, quickly get the stems into water
• Get them out of the hot sun after picking to increase shelf life.  Cool shade is best.
• Re-cut stems while underwater - once you get home. Making a fresh cut, while the cut end is submerged helps the stem to take up water and avoid a vapor lock.

 

Other Local Farm Products (Honey, Horses, Milk, Meat, Eggs, Etc.)
(NOT pick-your-own, unless they are also listed above)

• Farm markets and roadside stands
• Local Honey Finder
• Local Meat, Milk and Eggs
• Venues: Farms, Wineries, Orchards for your event, wedding or party
• Easter egg hunts
• Children"s consignment sales
• Fruit and vegetable festivals
• Winery tours and wine tastings
• Horse rides, stables, lessons, trails
• Maple Syrup farms and sugarworks
• Bed & Breakfasts on Farms, Wineries, Ranches and Orchards
• Pumpkin patches
• Corn mazes
• Zombie Paintball venues
• Christmas Tree Farms & lots
• Environmental resources
• Consumer fraud information
• Wholesale food sources
• Resources for Farmers