Each summer, rolling hills of golden sunflowers consume our Instagram feeds. Day trip adventures to sunflower farms are a beloved seasonal tradition for many New Jersey locals. Not only do visitors capture the perfect summer pictures for their social media, they also get to take in the serene beauty of the sunflower bloom and even pick with their own bouquet.
But where are the best sunflower farms in New Jersey? We’re here to help you find the perfect spot for your sunflower photo shoot this summer!
When Are Sunflowers in Bloom in New Jersey?
While sunflower season varies by farm in New Jersey, blooms typically begin in mid to late July and peak through August, sometimes lasting into early September. These fast growing yellow giants mature in only 80 to 95 days and can grow to be over 16 feet tall. At full bloom, flower heads can reach over 12 inches in diameter depending on the seed. It’s not hard to be mesmerized by sunflower blossoms.
Where You Can See Sunflower Farms in New Jersey
There are so many beautiful sunflower farms across The Garden State! No matter where you are in New Jersey, there is a sunflower field nearby ready to be explored this summer! Here is our comprehensive guide to some of the best sunflower fields in NJ.
Holland Ridge Farm – Cream Ridge
Holland Ridge Farm has been cultivating breath-taking flowers for over 100 years. With deep roots in the community, this family-run farm takes pride in its U-pick sunflower season. This September, the farm is welcoming visitors to their U-pick Sunflowers Fall Festival. Each stem costs 50 cents Monday through Friday and $1 on weekends. There will be food trucks, hayrides, a feeding zoo, and more. Right now, opening day is set for September 10, but be sure to check their social media for the latest updates.
Happy Day Farm – Manalapan
When it comes to growing the perfect, bright, yellow sunflower, Happy Day Farm knows a thing or two. This popular farm located in Manalapan, NJ opens its sunflower field to visitors in early July, depending on weather and field conditions. Enjoy fresh-squeezed lemonade and shaved ices while strolling through the field and taking in the sea hundreds of yellow sunflowers.
Happy Day Farm encourages guests to bring cutting shears and a water bucket when picking their collection of sunflowers. The farm is open Wednesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and cost $2.50 for each sunflower picked. The farm is cash-only and more information on pricing can be found here.
Johnson Locust Hall Farm – Jobstown
During their summer harvest, this farm is full of fun activities for people of all ages, and sunflower picking is a fan favorite! Johnson Locust Hall Farm is located in Jobstown, NJ and is a sprawling 315 acres large. This historic property was built nearly 100 years before the 13 Colonies declared independence. Johnson Locust Hall Farm produces eye-catching sunflowers that really do resemble the brightness of the sun. At just $1.50 per stem, it’s a great place to stock up for the season.
Check here for the latest on the farm.
Alstede Farm – Chester
Alstede Farm is another hot spot for family fun activities year-round. Ranging from hayrides and pumpkin picking in the fall, wine tastings and berry picking in the spring, along with sunflower picking in the late summer months, there is always something to do. Alstede has it all! Located in Chester, NJ, this farm starts welcoming guests to their sunflower harvest in July to September.
Alstede Farm is opening every day for picking from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. You can check the farm’s
“what can I pick today” page to see what’s available before you head over. In order to participate in pick-your-own, you must purchase a ticket at the door. Children ages one and under have free entry.
Dalton Farms – Swedesboro
During summer afternoons at Dalton Farms, visitors find themselves lost in rows of bright yellow giants or picnicking at one of the nearby ponds. Located in Swedesboro, NJ, Dalton Farms is only 12 miles from the Delaware Memorial Bridge. This picturesque farm is 99 acres large and has family ties extending all the way back to 1790. Dalton Farms is known for having a vast variety of beautiful yellow sunflowers. Sunsets paired with the fields of sunflowers make for the perfect pictures that are definitely Instagram-worthy.
This September, Yoga in the Sunflowers returns for its eighth year. Relax and unwind surrounded by an ocean of bright yellow floras. More details here.
Silverton Farms – Toms River
Priding itself on being locally-run, sustainable, and family-owned, Silverton Farms also is known for its enchanting sunflower fields! This young farm has been around for over two decades in Toms River, right off the Garden State Parkway. Silverton Farms is open Tuesday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Their sunflower harvest typically begins end of July and lasts through August, but check their Facebook for the most up-to-date information.
Brodhecker Farm – Sparta
The magnificent color of these yellow sunflowers is jaw-dropping. Brodhecker Farm is renowned for its vibrant sunflower fields. Located in Sparta, NJ, Brodhecker Farm is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunflower picking opens up in August when blooms are at their peak, but be sure to call ahead before making the trip. Gazing into the endless rows of yellow flowers at dusk truly is another level of golden hour at Brodhecker!
Stokes Farm – Old Tappan
From July through October, Stokes Farm bursts with colorful blooms, but its sunflowers remain a seasonal favorite. Visitors can stroll the fields and pick their own stems, surrounded by golden petals and buzzing bees. The Bergen County farm also hosts BYOB Plant & Sip workshops and offers CSA programs like the Flower Bouquet CSA and the new Artisanal Box, packed with seasonal goods and produce.
Melick’s Town Farm – Oldwick
For nearly 300 years Melick’s Town Farm has been cultivating local produce and flowers! This historic farm in Oldwick has its flower fields blooming from July to September, with sunflower harvesting beginning in late July, early August. Take a summer stroll through their gardens and cut your own flowers!
Melick’s Town Farm charges by the stem, but also has pre-made bouquets available for purchase. They are open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days a week. More information can be found here.
VonThun Farms – Washington Township
Nothing says summer like the blossoming yellow fields of the New Jersey Sunflower Trail at VonThun Farms in Washington Township. Open from now through Labor Day, the farm welcomes guests to participate in their U-Pick sunflower season, take pictures, and walk through their winding trails. They also have raspberry picking at their Washington Township location and blueberry picking at their South Brunswick location.
VonThun Farms’ New Jersey Sunflower Trail is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Ward’s Farm – Mannington
Ward’s Farm is best known for its vibrant sunflowers, which bloom across the fields in summer and fall. Visitors can pick their own stems during seasonal events like BYOB Date Nights, sunflower picnics and fall harvest days. The farm also offers fresh-cut bouquets at its roadside stand and professional photoshoots surrounded by golden blooms. Come fall, the pick-your-own experience expands to include pumpkins.
Meg is studying magazine journalism and civic engagement at Syracuse University with a passion for writing and editing. She is a Jersey girl at heart and has a slight obsession with Chai Tea Lattes.
