If you are seeking discounted seasonal flowers, wishing to support local producers, or simply looking for a summertime outdoor pursuit, you’ll find over 200 flower farms across Canada, making it convenient to locate one close to your area.
While many farms are not accessible to the public, pick-your-own locations and farms hosting events have thrived since the pandemic—thanks to the influence of social media. In addition to guided tours and markets, these places offer botanical-dyeing workshops and picnics amidst the blossoms.
It is advisable to schedule your visit in advance as many smaller farms require appointments for entry, and some activities may necessitate ticket purchases. Given the seasonal nature of flower blooms, it is crucial to check online or contact the farm ahead of time to confirm what flowers are currently in bloom.
Here are 13 breathtaking flower farms worth exploring this summer.
Bilston Creek Farm
Victoria
Situated on Vancouver Island, this farm hosts various seasonal events like the Lavender Festival held from June to mid-August. Visitors can enjoy live music, participate in workshops, and browse through a makers’ market. The farm also features an apple and pear orchard, an apiary, and offers overnight accommodation options.
Five Acres Flower Farm
Abbotsford, B.C.
Located just an hour’s drive from downtown Vancouver, this charming farm hosts flower-picking workshops from August to October, as well as 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, only 30 minutes east of Edmonton, cultivates over 150 varieties of flowers, with stems priced by the cup. Visitors can also participate in botanical-dyeing workshops and pilates classes held near the alpaca herd.
Fern’s Flowers Garden
Edmonton
Fern’s Flowers Garden offers a U-pick option for zinnias, marigolds, gladioli, and more. Situated next to the North Saskatchewan River, the farm shares its land with a community garden and is surrounded by an old-growth forest with scenic trails for exploration.