15 Best Sunflower Fields in Texas (2026 Guide) — Farms, U-Pick, and Wild Fields

The thing I love about sunflowers is that they follow the sun. They come into full bloom and then never stop following the light. There is something so inspiring about that, and I am so happy that there are so many sunflower fields in Texas for me to chase! Pick a weekend and check out some of the farms in this guide to the best sunflower farms in Texas.

Sunflowers are unique wildflowers native to North America. They grow abundantly in saturated soil that drains well without the water pooling and maximum sun, for this reason, sunflowers grow really well in Texas.

One sunflower can produce up to 2,000 seeds, making this a popular wildflower to reproduce. Each sunflower head can have up to 2,000 petals and is made up of a lot of smaller flowers.

You can find sunflowers of all heights, with the average being around six feet, but the world record is 30 ft high from a farm in Germany.

Surprisingly enough, there is more than one sunflower season.

In fact, the best time to see sunflowers in Texas depends on the weather and the type of sunflowers you are looking for. You will find tall, bright yellow sunflowers in the summer, thriving in North Texas heat.

During September and October, the smaller sunflowers with red and yellow petals will thrive in South Texas. A few of the sunflower farms in Texas have crops in both late summer and fall, while others only have crops in one or the other.

In this guide to 15 Texas Sunflower fields, you will be able to plan your visits according to the farms that have crops in season.

Now that we’ve covered when and where to find sunflowers in Texas, let’s get into the farms themselves — organized by region so you can find what’s closest to you.

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Texas Sunflower fields map

Texas Sunflower Farms at a Glance

📱 Pro tip: Always check the farm’s website or Instagram before visiting — bloom dates shift every year depending on weather and rainfall.

🌻 North Texas Sunflower Farms

Lone Star Family Farm

What better way to enjoy the Lone Star State than at the Lone Star Family Farm! In the North Texas town of Stephenville, you will find the perfect sunflower field in Texas. What naturally started as a pumpkin patch for families to enjoy in the fall has turned into a large sunflower farm full of six-foot-tall yellow flowers!

Lone Star Family Farm is one of the few sunflower fields in Texas that grow sunflowers in both the summer and fall.

Head to the farm in late June for their summer sunflower daze festival with the fully bloomed sun-seeking flowers. If you miss the summer months, no worries, you can always enjoy the autumn festival, when they will have a second round of blooms waiting for you to enjoy. They also have many fall activities, including pumpkin patch picking and a hayride!

No matter what time of year you decide to go, you will find the perfect blooms for the best sunflower family photos and be able to pick and create your own sunflower bouquet.

Bloomer’s Garden Flower Farm (formerly Wild Berry Farm)

Previously known as Wild Berry Farm, Bloomer’s Garden Flower Farm is still one of the most beautiful sunflower destinations in North Texas, located in Sadler, TX — about an hour north of Dallas. The rebranding brought a fresh focus on the full flower farm experience, with sunflowers remaining the undisputed star of the show.

The best time to visit is during summer when the blooms are at their fullest. The farm does not offer u-pick sunflowers, which actually keeps the fields looking lush and stunning for longer — great news for photographers. Check their website and social media for exact bloom dates each year as they vary with the weather.

Check out their website for updates and info.

Western Belle Farm

Western Belle Farm in West, TX, is one of the most magical sunflower destinations in North Texas and a firm favorite among Dallas-Fort Worth families. Located just an hour south of DFW, the farm bursts into color every May and June with over five acres of vibrant sunflowers and zinnias that draw visitors from across Texas and beyond.

What makes Western Belle special is the Sunflower Sunset Session — exclusive golden hour access to the flower fields for the most beautiful photography light of the day. The farm also offers u-pick flowers so you can take a gorgeous bouquet home, plus kid-friendly activities and live music on select weekends.

The Sunflower Festival typically runs from May through June. Check their website for exact opening dates each season, as the bloom timing varies year to year. Tickets can be purchased online in advance — recommended as it gets busy on weekends.

👉 Check Western Belle Farm’s website for dates and tickets

Robinson Family Farm

It is a whole family affair at Robinson Family Farm. As one of the only family-owned and operated sunflower fields in Texas, you will find a uniquely warm and cozy ambiance. Located in the heart of Texas, the Robinson Family Farm is only 40 minutes from Waco, making it easy access from Dallas or Austin.

The Farm is only open during certain seasons, so check online to make sure they align with your dates of visiting! The farm hosts an Easter event, Summer weekends, a Fall Festival, and a pre-Christmas tree cutting. There is plenty of opportunity for you!

With sunflowers standing six feet tall, this is one of the best places to pick your own sunflowers for just three dollars and to enjoy some Texas tea while listening to some live music. Robinson Family Farm is your perfect weekend escape from the city and the closest corn maze to Waco, Texas.

Yesterland Farm

Yesterland Farm is a blast from the past! Get ready for some 90’s nostalgia at the newest field of sunflowers in Texas! Regardless of how recently this farm developed, it is competing as a crowd favorite with its large, producing sunflower crops.

If you are seeking some adventure along with nature, then this is the place for you. The farm has retro rides at its mini amusement park and a classic Texan shootout in its saloon! Yesterlands’ sunflowers bloom in early September, but the farm has events all year round for you to enjoy.

Make sure to purchase general admission tickets online before going to the farm for a heavy discount. It is $13.95 online and $27.95 at the farm. This ticket will include access to the sunflower fields, corn maze, unlimited amusement park rides, and plenty of other activities. This is a really great price for the 30-plus attractions Yesterland has.

Also, if you are here in October, do not leave early. Every Friday and Saturday, they host a spooktacular night with fireworks and some spooky adventures.

Mainstay Farm

As one of the biggest sunflower farms in Texas, Mainstay Farm always has something going on! Located just 30 minutes from Dallas in Cleburne, Texas, this is a great place for an afternoon in the Texas countryside.

Their sunflowers begin blooming in September, making this an exceptional place in the fall. “The biggest backyard in Texas” is this farm’s claim to fame, and it fits the bill.

Mainstay has wide-open land with over 30 attractions for you to enjoy. Check out their house made out of pumpkins, go for a hayride, or enjoy some lemonade at their on-site cafe!

Don’t miss the Haymarket to pick up some of your own seeds to plant some sunflowers in your own backyard!

🌻 West Texas Sunflower Farms

Calhoun Flower Farms

Calhoun Flower Farms is located in El Paso, Texas. I found out about this farm as one of my friends used them for their wedding flower arrangements. They have a beautiful greenhouse and smaller fields of many different flowers planted.

It is worth a stop if you are in West Texas, but a pretty long drive if you are not. They are open for appointments only at this time.

It is a really unique experience to see the sunflowers go from the fields to being made into a beautiful bouquet. You can even meet the florists and have her design something special for you to take with you!

Maxwell’s Pumpkin Farm

The name is misleading, but trust me, Maxwell’s Pumpkin Farm is one of the best sunflower farms for sunflower family pictures or a solo photo shoot. Located in Amarillo, Texas, this field has acres and acres of sunflowers and starting in September is open for your own picking and photo ops with the flowers.

Since they allow you to pick your own sunflowers, they stop doing photo shoots once the farm has become bare. Try your best to get out to the farm as soon as the sunflowers bloom to ensure you don’t miss this perfect background for all of your sunflower Instagram photos!

Maxwell’s Pumpkin Farm has over 30 attractions, making this your perfect stop for a full-day affair. Discover the winding corn maze or take a ride on their magic carpet, a huge slide they have built into the hill of the property.

Due to the high volume of people visiting this farm, it is best to buy tickets online. This is one of the more pricey farms, but well worth it considering all of its attractions. A weekend pass is 14.95 when you purchase online and 17.95 if you walk in.

🌻 Houston Area Sunflower Farms

Froberg’s Farm

Froberg’s Farm is one of my absolute favorite farms in Texas. This farm is very accessible if you are in south Texas, with just a 30-minute drive from Houston or an hour drive from Galveston.

This sunflower farm is open year-round and boasts many different activities depending on the season. If you find yourself here in the spring, you will see heaps of bright red strawberries.

Froberg Farm originally started out as a strawberry farm; the sweet, juicy fruit thrives in this kind of soil and climate. As the strawberry season comes to a close and the summer months approach their 5-acre trail of beautiful sunflower fields will come alive.

As a farm favorite, visitors return year over year to walk the trails and pick their own sunflowers at Froberg’s annual festival.

The sunflower festival runs from the last weekend in September to the first weekend in November. Enjoy their corn maze and pumpkin patch picking, and if you plan your trip just right, you can enjoy a nighttime corn maze to really challenge yourself.

P-6 Farm

What started as a working cattle farm, P-6 farm has turned into one of the funniest places to visit for families and solo travelers. P-6 Farms is located about an hour from Houston, making it the perfect day trip from the big city.

My favorite time to go is in the fall for their fall festival and to explore their pumpkin patches. However, sunflowers are starting to dwindle this time of year. Try to schedule a trip to this farm in September to experience the sunflower fields and the start of the Autumn vegetables.

P-6 farms consider themselves a  “u-pick-em” farm. You will be able to choose and pick your own sunflowers and pumpkins straight from the patches. Not all farms allow this, so take full advantage and pick the biggest and brightest sunflower you can find!

With the first-ever corn maze in Texas, and rows of sunflowers and pumpkins you are guaranteed to have a full day of fun at P-6 Farms. Make sure to be in the fields at sunset for the perfect sunflower picture!

Dewberry Farms

Ready for some Texas-sized fun? Look no further than Dewberry Farms. Four acres of everything you could want for a day on the farm. You will find their sunflowers in bloom from May to July with the opportunity to pick your own sunflower stem. They also have a variety of other wildflowers waiting for you to explore.

This is the perfect farm for solo travelers or families alike, with plenty of activities for every age, including

I highly recommend reserving one of their fire pits at night. Grab some marshmallows for s’mores, and the pits are conveniently located next to the brewhouse for you and your crew to really enjoy your night! You can make your reservation on their website.

Dewberry Farm is only open on the weekends during their festival seasons, spring, fall, and Christmas. So make sure to check their website for exact dates before heading out to this farm.

🌻 Central Texas & Austin Area Sunflower Farms

Sweet Eats Fruit Farm

Even though Sweet Eats Fruit Farm is known for its fresh berries, they are one of the best sunflower fields in Texas to visit. Their sunflowers stand as high as 14 feet, making this the perfect place to watch a sunflower field sunset!

They have two sunflower festivals a year, each lasting 10 days. One in the Spring and one in the Fall. Make sure to check their website for the exact dates, as each year the festival dates change to when the flowers are in full bloom.

At Sweet Eats Fruit Farm, they let you pick and cut your own sunflowers; you can even grab one of the 14-footers. They are open seven days a week and are located in Austin, Texas. This farm has some of the funniest festivals in the state, including its Easter extravaganza, sunflower and strawberry picking, and its famous Christmas festival.

This is a must-stop farm any time of year. If you are a Texas Native I recommend getting their annual pass. This allows you to visit all of the festivals year-round and pick your own peaches and strawberries during their picking season. Enjoy their Oktoberfest during the fall, and grab a real Christmas tree during winter!

Wildseed Farms

For over 35 years, Wildseed Farms has been operating as one of the biggest wildflower farms in the United States. Located in Fredericksburg and not far away from San Antonio, this magical farm is spread out across 200 acres in the Texas Hill Country.

They are open seven days a week and welcome over 450,000 guests per year. Among their fields is a collection of five different sunflower breeds, including Autumn Beauty, Chocolate Cherry, Grey Stripe Sunflower, Lemon Queen, and the Maya Sunflower.

You will find yourself on their stunning walking trails that are surrounded by some of the biggest and brightest sunflowers in South Texas.

Their trails are wheelchair accessible and give you the ability to mosey the farm at your own pace. Take in all the sunflowers and decide which ones you want to grow in your own backyard and purchase some of their seeds in their gift shop.

Along with their sunflower patches, they have recently opened a wine tasting room with in-house wine from the variety of grapevines they planted in 2015. For the best evening, make sure to stop in and grab a glass to accompany you on your stroll through the fields of sunflowers at sunset.

Wild sunflower fields in Texas

Texas Highways are known to have wildflowers blooming beside the roads. During the spring you will find the brightest bluebonnets and some fiery red Indian Paintbrushes.

If you are driving through Texas at the right time and in the right place you are bound to see some sunflowers without going to a farm! Below you will find some of the highways that have spectacular views of sunflower fields in Texas and the best times to see them.

Interstate 35 in Hillsboro Texas

You will find these sunflowers in full bloom in late June and early July. This highway makes it very easy to either take the feeder road for less traffic or to pull over on the shoulder to park and get some photos in the sunflower fields. Over the year more and more have started to pop up making it a beautiful backdrop for some sunset sunflower photos.

Highway 287 in Ennis

Two large sunflower fields are located in Ennis, Texas. It is unconfirmed who planted them. They stand about five feet tall and are growing free in the wild. Pullover on the side of the road and make an adventure out of exploring these fields. Make sure to be respectful of the sunflower crops as we want to see these continue to expand and come back year after year.

Whitewright, Texas

Whitewright is located a little bit more off the beaten path and requires a bit of searching but it’s so worth it. You will find an incredible sunflower field in Whitewright, Texas off of Fiddlers Road.

Trek through the grass and be among the wildflowers in the Texas country. This is probably the least accessible field on the list but worth the adventure if you are up for it. These sunflowers begin blooming in early June through July.

Texas is such a special destination with its southern charm, bbq cuisine, and its array of landscapes. It is the perfect state for a visit and our sunflower fields are just the cherry on top.

While visiting make sure to be respectful of the sunflowers and the farm owners. They work very hard to cultivate the acres of sunflowers for our enjoyment and we want to continue to have these special flowers pop up year after year!

I hope this guide has inspired you to visit a few of these picturesque sunflower fields and attend a festival or two!

📸 Tips for Photographing Texas Sunflower Fields

Whether you’re visiting with your family, shooting solo content, or just want that perfect sunflower Instagram photo, these tips will make a real difference.

⏰ Timing is everything – The best light for sunflower photography is during golden hour — the hour before sunset or just after sunrise. Midday sun creates harsh shadows and the heat can make you and the flowers look wilted. Many farms now offer dedicated sunset sessions for exactly this reason.

📅 Go early in the season – Visit as soon as the farm opens for the season. Sunflower fields look their best in the first few weeks — as the season goes on, more flowers get picked, petals start to drop, and the fields thin out. Follow the farm’s social media for bloom updates before making the drive.

✂️ Bring your own scissors – If you pick is available, bring a pair of sturdy scissors or garden shears. Most farms provide them, but having your own means you can move freely through the field without waiting.

👟 Wear the right shoes. Fields are uneven, sometimes muddy after rain, and full of bees. Closed-toe shoes are a must; sandals and flip-flops are a bad idea in sunflower fields.

💵 Bring cash. Many Texas farms are cash-only or strongly prefer it. Check before you go and come prepared, there may not be an ATM nearby.

🐝 Don’t swat the bees. Sunflower fields are full of bees doing their job. They are not aggressive, stay calm, move slowly, and they will leave you alone. They’re actually a sign of a healthy, thriving farm.

📱 Check social media the morning you plan to go. Bloom dates are weather-dependent and can change quickly. A quick check of the farm’s Instagram or Facebook on the day of your visit can save you a wasted trip.

🎒 What to Bring to a Texas Sunflower Farm

• Water bottle — Texas heat is no joke, especially in open fields with no shade
• Sunscreen — reapply often, particularly during summer visits
• Hat and sunglasses — wide-brim hats are both practical and photogenic
• Cash — many farms are cash only or cash preferred
• Scissors or garden shears — for u-pick farms
• Cooler bag — to keep your cut flowers fresh on the drive home
• Comfortable, closed-toe shoes — fields are uneven and sometimes muddy
• Bug spray — especially for late afternoon visits near any water features
• A portable phone charger — you will take a lot of photos