Best Destinations for Farm Fresh Flower Experiences

Left: The Sunflower Farm, Beaverton | Right: Gray Silo Lavender Farm, Port Perry

Fulfil your craving for farm fresh flowers this season with this list of flower farms in Durham Region! Enjoy a wondrous day wandering through wildflowers, lounging in lavender fields or finding shade among the sunflowers in Durham—a flower farm lovers’ locale. With farms that offer enchanting options like afternoon teas and walks along their woodland trails, to micro-eco farms offering lavender yoga sessions and pre-booked family photography, there are many magical flower experiences to be had in Durham Region.

Lavender Farms

Photo: Lavender-Blu, Seagrave

If you are looking for artisanal lavender products or to spend a day strolling around the lavender field, look no further than this list of Durham Region lavender farms. Some farm visits are by appointment only, so please check out the businesses’ websites before visiting. You can also check out York Durham Headwater's tips to learn how lavender can help and heal.

• Christel Lake Lavender Farm, Greenbank
• Gray Silo Lavender Farm, Port Perry
• Lakeview Lavender Farms, Port Perry
• Lavender-Blu, Seagrave
• Pingle’s Farm Market, Hampton
• Tranquility Trails Farm, Pickering
• Vive Lavender Farm, Sunderland
  
• Wild Blue Acres, Whitby

Sunflower Farms

Photo: Bragg Farms, Bowmanville

Durham Region is home to some spectacular sunflower farms. Whether you want to wander a sunflower maze or book the perfect sunflower photo session, there are many sunflower experiences to choose from. Some farm visits are by appointment only, so please check out the businesses’ websites before visiting.

• Bmore Farms, Whitby
• Bragg Farms, Bowmanville
• Cooper's CSA Farm, Zephyr
• Maple Grove Orchards, Clarington
• Pinedale Patch, Sunderland
• Pingle’s Farm Market, Hampton
• The Sunflower Farm, Beaverton
• Watson Farms, Bowmanville
  
• White Feather Farms Country Store, Oshawa

Wildflower Farms

Photo: Pingle’s Farm, Hampton

Enjoy a walk through the wildflowers at one of Durham Region’s flower farms. While special events take place throughout the season, some farm visits are by appointment only. Please check out the businesses’ websites for blooming and booking information before visiting.

• Blooming Vintage, Zephyr
• Cooper's CSA Farm, Zephyr
  
• Pingle’s Farm Market, Hampton
• River Ridge Farm Flowers, Uxbridge

While exploring Durham’s rural side, you’ll find lots of products like lavender honey and soap, decor, satchels, clothing, candles and more. If you’d like to make it a full weekend adventure, why not explore our many local farmers markets, or go on the ultimate self-guided Apple Adventure where you can find local cider, and freshly baked apple fritters and doughnuts.

The season doesn’t last long, so it’s best to book early to reserve your spot. Lavender blooms in July and early August, and sunflowers bloom in August. Some farm visits are by appointment only, so please review their websites before visiting. Don’t forget to follow @DurhamTourism on social media, and tag us in your lovely flower farm pics!