If you’re seeking discounts on seasonal blossoms, aiming to back local growers, or simply looking for a summer outdoor activity, there are over 200 Canadian flower farms where you can easily find one near you.
Although many of these farms are not open to the public, pick-your-own locations and farms hosting events have seen a surge since the pandemic, largely due to social media. In addition to tours and markets, you can participate in botanical-dyeing workshops and enjoy picnics among the flowers.
Be sure to plan your visit ahead of time as smaller farms may require appointments, and some activities may need tickets. Timing is crucial as well, so make sure to check online or call in advance to see what’s blooming.
Here are 13 beautiful flower farms worth exploring this summer.
Bilston Creek Farm
Victoria
Situated on Vancouver Island, this farm hosts seasonal events such as the Lavender Festival from June to mid-August. Visitors can enjoy live music, workshops, a makers’ market, an apple and pear orchard, and an apiary. Overnight stays are also available.
Five Acres Flower Farm
Abbotsford, B.C.
Located about an hour’s drive from downtown Vancouver, this charming farm offers flower-picking workshops from August to October, along with concerts and wreath-making classes. To witness their dahlias in full bloom, plan your visit for late August or September.
Blooms on 7 Flower Farm
Sherwood Park, Alta.
This flower and alpaca farm, just a 30-minute drive east of Edmonton, cultivates over 150 varieties of blooms priced by the cup. Visitors can also enjoy botanical-dyeing workshops and pilates classes next to the alpaca herd.
Fern’s Flowers Garden
Edmonton
Fern’s Flowers Garden’s U-pick features zinnias, marigolds, gladioli, and more. The farm, located on the North Saskatchewan River, is surrounded by an old-growth forest and scenic trails for exploring.
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