2024 Charlotte area of North Carolina Flower U-Pick Farms and Orchards - PickYourOwn.org

Flower U-Pick Orchards in Charlotte area of North Carolina in 2024, by county

Below are the U-Pick orchards and farms for flowers that we know of in this area. Not all areas of any state, nor even every state, have flowers orchards 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.

Catawba County

• Smith Blueberry Farm - No pesticides are used, blueberries, flowers, sunflowers, zinnias, dahlias
  7584 Greedy Hwy, Hickory, NC 28602. Phone: (828) 302-1950. Email: csmith3922@gmail.com. Open: We usually open the 3rd or 4th week in June and close mid August; from 7 am to 9 pm Daily. during picking season; July and August.: Directions: Click here for a map and directions. We do not use pesticides on the crops. Payment: Cash, Check, Venmo.  Click here for our Facebook page. . While we are not technically an "Organic" farm, we do not use any chemical pesticides or fungicides. We have over 600 bushes and 4 different varieties. We have an early, early/mid, mid and a late season bush. This helps us extend our picking season. We have plenty of picking buckets and bags to carry your berries home in. . The ONLY pyo crops offered are Blueberries and Flowers. A U-Pick flower farm will be opening this August, providing a unique opportunity for visitors to select and pick their own flowers. With a variety of flowers available, such as sunflowers, zinnias, and dahlias, the farm offers a picturesque setting for visitors to enjoy and explore. (UPDATED: June 15, 2023)

Gaston County

• Raceway Berry Farm - Uses natural growing practices, blueberries, flowers, Fresh eggs, U-pick and already picked
  2275 Mariposa Rd, Stanley, NC 28164. Phone: (704) 400-3356. Email: racewayberryfarm@gmail.com. Open: Sunday through Friday, 8 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 4. Directions: Look for Raceway Berry Farm sign on Mariposa Road. We use natural practices, but are not yet certified Organic. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard.
  Raceway Berry Farm Facebook page. . . (ADDED: June 13, 2019)

Iredell County

• Carrigan Farms, LLC - apples, sunflowers, asparagus, pumpkins, strawberries,
  1261 Oak Ridge Farm Highway Intersection of Highway 150 & 152, Mooresville, NC 28115. Phone: 704-664-1450. Email: doug@carriganfarms.com. Open: Monday-Saturday 8:30 am until 7:00 pm, Sunday 11:30 am until 5:30 pm. Directions: Located in Mooresville, NC on Highway 150 at the intersection with Highway 152. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. . . 2021 Price is U-pick strawberries: $15 per gallon-sized container and $5 per quart-sized container, Pre-picked strawberries, when they are available, are $17 per gallon-sized container and $5per quart-sized container. Strawberries: late April to late May; Pumpkins: October 1st to October 31st, 9am to 5pm, seven days per week. Restroom, cold drinks, take-home containers available. And see these pages for more information about School tours and Night hayrides. A 5th generation family-owned farm, Carrigan Farms specializes in growing quality fruits and vegetables, educational school tours and field trips, weddings, swim parties, and other special events.The Quarry at Carrigan Farms is the perfect setting for your company picnic, wedding or wedding reception, convention gathering, corporate party or other special event. The natural beauty of the blue water and sky, gray granite cliffs and white sugar sand beach create a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. Pictures and words attempt, but fall short, of capturing the magical beauty of The Quarry which will amaze both you and your guests. The Quarry is an outdoor facility, much like a private park, equipped to host events from March thorough November. Catering is also available. An online brochure is available to assist you in planning your event. If you are interested in hosting your next company picnic or other corporate function at The Quarry, please feel free to use the online brochure or call us for additional information. SUNFLOWERSSunflowers will open July 29th for photoshoots. Click here to find more information.Strawberry season starts in late April and lasts a few weeks.Asparagus season starts in April and lasts a few weeks.Apple picking will begin around September 8, 2020 and last through September 30, 2020.Our authentic pumpkin patch, pick your pumpkin from the vine begins October 1. (UPDATED: April 20, 2021 JBS)
• P&C Berries (formerly Mr. and Mrs. Bloomingarden) - Uses natural growing practices, U-Pick Blueberries, Vegetables & Flowers.
  115 Dobson Farm Rd, Statesville, NC 28625. Phone: (704) 614-9207. Email: pcberries.greenhouse@gmail.com. Open: Wednesday thru Sunday, from 8 am to 6 pm, June 29 to August 4. Directions: From Statesville, north on Highway 115 approximately 10 miles, turn right on Dobson Farm Road. Or North on Interstate 77 to exit 59, left on Tomlin Mills Road, left on Jennings Road, right on Snow Creek, right on North Chipley Ford Road, and left on Dobson Farm Road. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. 51003/ P&C Berries (formerly Mr. and Mrs. Bloomingarden) . We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. We have over 600 blueberry bushes, and have never used harmful or artificial chemicals, no pesticides, no fungicides. We use organic weed control (citrus oil). (UPDATED: June 23, 2022, JBS) (ADDED: June 17, 2019)

Union County

• Greenworks - asparagus, broccoli, carrots, cucumbers, eggplant, flowers, herbs or spices, onions, peppers, summer squash, other vegetables,
  6114 Old Goldmine Rd, Marshville, NC 28103. Phone: 704-624-2295. Email: info@greenworks.net. Open: A confirmed appointment is required; All daylight dates and times are available on first come basis throught the season; No unscheduled visits are allowed; Please call or email and provide a phone number; Cash only. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. . .
• Hunter Farm - Strawberries, Pumpkins, Christmas Trees, Flowers, Restroom, picnic area, cold drinks available.
  13624 Providence Road, Weddington, NC . Phone: 704-846-7975. Open: 7 days a week, Weekdays: 9am - 7pm, Saturdays: 9am - 7pm, Sundays: 12 noon - 7pm; Reservations are now required for strawberry picking. Directions: Take N.C. 16 \(Providence Road\) and go 5 miles past N.C. 51 to Weddington, 2 miles south of the I-485 interchange. \(From I-485, take Exit 57 and go south on N.C. 16.\) Watch for the sign with the strawberry on the right, across from the Winn-Dixie. . Click here for a map and directions.
  Hunter Farm Facebook page. . Fax:. We will open reservations on a weekly basis in order to asses the field, availability of ripe berries, and projected weather forecasts. CLICK HERE TO MAKE YOUR RESERVATION FOR STRAWBERRY PICKING. The season depends on availability of strawberries. Always call before you come or follow us on The Facebook page for daily updates. Berries are sold by the pound, Containers are provided. Porta-Jon Available. Take N.C. 16 (Providence Road) and go 5 miles past N.C. 51 to Weddington, 2 miles south of the I-485 interchange. (From I-485, take Exit 57 and go south on N.C. 16.) Watch for the sign with the strawberry on the right, across from the Winn-Dixie. Click here for a map to our farm. Roadside stand at Hemby and Providence roads, about one quarter mile before main entrance. Also prepicked Greenhouse Tomatoes, Twelve to 14 acres of berries on plastic. Crop availability: Strawberries - April-June Azaleas Greenhouse Tomatoes - May-June Azaleas - April-May Summer Produce - June-September Pumpkins - October-November Christmas Trees -November 25- December 24. Picking strawberries late April or early May, tomatoes and other vegetables by early June. Strawberry take-home container provided. (UPDATED: May 15, 2020, JBS) A visitor writes on May 15, 2020: "According to their Facebook post on April 27, 2020, decided not to plant strawberries this year (2020) in order to improve their soil."

 

Flower Picking Tips, and Information

Farms that offer U-pick or pick-your-own flowers 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