The Staycation Series: Sweetfields Sunflower Farm

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Hi friends!

I hope everyone’s staying safe and healthy! I know we’ve all been cooped up in the house for months and are in need of some fresh air and sunshine. If you’re looking for something fun to do while still keeping a safe distance from others, look no further!


Last weekend, my friends Sam, Ariana, and I visited Sweetfields Sunflower Farm. It’s a family-owned and operated farm in Brooksville, Florida, about an hour north of Tampa.


In order to comply with COVID-19 guidelines, pre-purchased tickets are required to access the grounds during an assigned time slot. This includes the ability to walk through the sunflower maze field, access picnic areas, visit the farm animal areas, and access the U-Pick veggie gardens to pick and purchase this season’s crop.


They are open from 10:000 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. and tickets are $8.00 each (plus tax and Eventbrite fees) for anyone 3-years-old and up. Sunflower season runs through Memorial Day.


The farm is very family-friendly. Kids will love it too! In addition to the beautiful sunflowers, there are pigs, goats, chickens, a turkey, and a cow.


When we arrived, we trekked through the sunflower maze first. It was a hot, sunny day, but the tall sunflowers provided ample shade. Definitely wear tennis shoes! I foolishly wore sandals and my feet were filthy by the time we left.



After the maze, we grabbed our snacks and took a seat at one of the picnic benches. We had cheese, crackers, pepperoni, and fruits. It was a beautiful girl’s day!

There were also multiple vendors including Ex-Squeeze-Me Lemonade, Nina’s Wood-fire Pizza, Heyman Kettle Corn, and Strongtower Winery.




After we filled our bellies, we went over to the U-Pick sunflower section, where we were able to pick our own sunflowers for $2 per flower.



Just a couple of tips: There are no pets allowed. Make sure to bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and extra cash for sunflowers, produce, food, and beverages.


I really enjoyed getting out and spending some time with my friends after being in the house for two months! This was a fun, yet affordable day in the sun with plenty of space to social distance!


Have you ever been to a sunflower farm? What are some fun outdoor activities that you’re planning to do this summer? Let me know in the comments! Stay tuned for The Staycation Series: Part Four!

 If you haven't checked out the rest of the series, here you go!
The Staycation Series: Tampa Bay
The Staycation Series: Three Sisters Springs
The Staycation Series: WTR and Sparkman Wharf

-A


Location: 17250 Benes Roush Rd, Brooksville, FL 34604, USA

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