Sunflower U-Pick Orchards in Central Indiana in 2023, by county
Below are the U-Pick orchards and farms for sunflowers that we know of in this area. Not all areas of any state, nor even every state, have sunflowers orchards that are open to the public. If you know of any others, please tell us using the add a farm form!
Boone County
- WiseWood Farm - Uses natural growing practices, sunflowers, zinnias, flowers, Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs
50 W 250 S, Lebanon, IN 46052. Phone: (317) 407-3254. Email: wisewoodfarm@gmail.com. Open: Tuesday through Saturday 10 to 6 pm. Directions: South on state road 39 2nd Left onto 250 South. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, WIC Vouchers.
WiseWood Farm Facebook page. . Alternate Phone: (765) 326-0355. . Picking updates: Click here for picking updates. June through October 31st. We use natural practices, but are not yet certified Organic. . (ADDED: July 21, 2022)
Sunflower Picking Tips, and Information
Sunflowers are a mid-to late summer crop. They need warm soil and full sun. In most areas, expect sungflowers to be available starting in June, and sometimes continuing into August. It really depends on when the farmer plants them, the variety and local weather conditions. Farms that offer U-pick or pick-your-own sunflowers 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.
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