Zinnia U-Pick Orchards in Southeast Michigan in 2024, by county
Below are the U-Pick orchards and farms for zinnias that we know of in this area.
Not all areas of a state have zinnias farms 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.
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Washtenaw County
- Chacko Farms - Uses natural growing practices, lavender, sunflowers, zinnias, flowers, Cell service cell phones work here, farm animals, No dogs allowed except for service animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours, group reservations
9384 Brookville Rd, Plymouth, MI 48170. Phone: (248) 880-2794. Email: Chackofarmsmi@gmail.com. Directions: Look for a white fence with a forked driveway and gate. We use natural practices, but are not seeking organic certification. Payment: Cash, Check, CashApp, Venmo, Free - no payments needed for anything. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, CashApp, Venmo, Free - no payments needed for anything.
Chacko Farms Facebook page. . Alternate Phone: (231) 709-3291. Typical season is from mid/late July through mid/late September; in season, Monday to Sunday from 8 am to 7 pm, please see our website or Facebook page for updates about opening and closing dates Click here for our Instagram page. Other flowers offered: dahlias, snapdragons, gladiolus, salvia, wildflowers. (ADDED: March 06, 2024)
Zinnia Picking Tips, and Information
Farms that offer U-pick or pick-your-own zinnias and other lowers 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.
- Pick off any leaves that will be under water.
- 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
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- Consumer fraud information
- Wholesale food sources
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