U-Pick Sunflowers in California
8 farms where you can pick your own sunflower.
Sunflower season in California peaks July through August, when farms open their fields for u-pick and photo opportunities. Sunflower fields can appear across the Central Valley, Sacramento Valley, and inland valleys of SoCal — some farms plant multiple successions for a longer bloom window. Bloom timing is weather-dependent and can shift by weeks; always check the farm's social media or website before visiting to confirm peak bloom. Fields typically stay open one to three weeks before the flowers fade. These 8 pick-your-own sunflower farmslet you harvest straight from the source — check the map for one near you, and a farm's own site for current hours before you go.
Andreotti Family Farms
U-pick · Aug–Nov
Half Moon Bay · Reservation required · Daily 10 AM–5 PM (seasonal, typically late August–mid November)
A century-old Half Moon Bay farm with Northern California's signature U-pick sunflower field and a classic fall pumpkin patch.
Bacchini's Fruit Tree
U-pick · May–Jun
Brentwood · Wed–Sun 9 AM–5 PM (U-pick closes at 4 PM); season typically May–June, closed Mon–Tue after busy weekends
Apricots
Peaches
Mixed Berries
Mixed
Nectarines
OlallieberriesFamily-run Brentwood U-pick farm with ladder-free cherries, peaches, berries and sunflowers each spring.
Prancer's Farm
U-pick · Mar–Oct
Santa Paula · Daily 9 AM – sundown (weekends open at 9 AM; closing time not specified)
A family-friendly Santa Paula farm with year-round U-pick of strawberries, tomatoes, sunflowers, tulips, and a famous fall pumpkin patch.
Spina Farms Pumpkin Patch
U-pick · Sep–Nov
Morgan Hill · Daily (weather permitting), Sept 17 – Nov 2
The South Bay's beloved fall pumpkin patch where you pick your own pumpkins from the field.
Tanaka Farms
U-pick · Mar–Jun
Irvine · Reservation required · Daily 9 AM–5 PM (Produce Market Stand); U-pick tours and events are seasonal with advance registration required
A beloved Irvine family farm offering reservation-based strawberry picking tours each spring.
Hana Field by Tanaka Farms
U-pick · Apr–Jul
Costa Mesa · Fri–Sun 10 AM–6 PM (last entry 5 PM)
A seasonal Costa Mesa flower farm where visitors can pick their own sunflowers and strawberries, meet barnyard animals, and enjoy a relaxed day on the farm.
Tru2Earth Farm
U-pick · Apr–Oct
Gilroy · Organic · Tue/Fri/Sat/Sun 9 AM–12 PM; Wed 4–7 PM (April–October)
Blueberries
Blackberries
RaspberriesA family-owned certified-organic U-pick farm in Gilroy where you can pick berries, strawberries, and flowers.
Underwood Family Farms
U-pick · Jan–Dec
Moorpark · Daily 9 AM–6 PM (5 PM outside Daylight Saving Time); closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day
A family-friendly Ventura County farm with year-round pick-your-own produce, tractor rides, and seasonal festivals.
Frequently asked
- When is sunflower season in California?
- Sunflower season in California peaks July through August, when farms open their fields for u-pick and photo opportunities. Sunflower fields can appear across the Central Valley, Sacramento Valley, and inland valleys of SoCal — some farms plant multiple successions for a longer bloom window. Bloom timing is weather-dependent and can shift by weeks; always check the farm's social media or website before visiting to confirm peak bloom. Fields typically stay open one to three weeks before the flowers fade. Harvest events and U-pick windows follow the same window — check each listing for exact 2026 dates.
- Where can you pick your own sunflower near you in California?
- Gather Grove lists pick-your-own sunflower farms across California with their crops, season, and location. Use the map and filters to find one near you.
- Do U-pick sunflower farms require a reservation?
- Some do and some don't — each farm's page notes whether a reservation is required. Seasons and hours shift with the weather, so it's always worth checking the farm's own site before you go.
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