In season
Last verified 27 Jul 2026
Cedar Creek Farm Hunter Valley
Wollombi · Hunter Valley
About 2 hours north of Sydney
- Season
- Summer (Dec-Feb); Summer-Autumn (Dec-Apr)
- Booking
- Booking required
Sunflower picking in New South Wales
In September, sunflower picking is in season in New South Wales. We list 10 farms, across Central Coast and Hunter Valley — compare them below and call ahead to confirm what's ripe.
Sunflower picking in NSW is a summer-into-autumn experience, with most farms open December through April depending on planting cycles and variety. The Central Coast and Hunter Valley are the most active areas: Hunter Valley Sunflowers near Broke is one of the state's most popular sunflower experiences, with adult entry around $5 (kids free or reduced) and booking recommended. Little Tin Shed at Medowie (Port Stephens) charges a $5 entry fee plus per-stem picking and operates through the Hunter region. On the Central Coast, Horseshoe Valley Farm & Apiary, The Bloom Barn Farm and S&S Peruch Avocado Farm all offer sunflower u-pick through their summer season. In the Northern Rivers, Farm & Co at Cudgen (near Kingscliff) charges $4–$5 per stem with no booking needed — one of the state's most accessible sunflower experiences.
Unlike broader flower farms (which grow dahlias, zinnias and lavender across different seasons), sunflower-specific operations in NSW typically run one or two peak windows per year tied to when their sunflower crop peaks. Check each farm's current status and social channels before visiting — sunflowers are vibrant for only a few weeks per planting cycle and can sell out quickly on a warm weekend.
Compare sunflower farms in New South Wales
| Farm | Status | Typical season | Entry / price | Booking | Kids | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Farm Hunter Valley | In season | Summer (Dec-Feb); Summer-Autumn (Dec-Apr) | — | Booking required | Yes | About 2 hours north of Sydney |
| Farm & Co | In season | seasonal, generally warmer months - exact months not confirmed by sources | $4-$5 per stem to cut your own sunflower | No booking needed | Yes | In the NSW Northern Rivers near Byron Bay |
| Glenbernie Family Farms | In season | summer/autumn (approx Feb-Apr) | $10 per adult (reported) | Booking recommended | Yes | About 90 minutes north-west of Sydney |
| Horseshoe Valley Farm & Apiary | In season | ticketed event days only, seasonal | — | Booking required | — | About 90 minutes north of Sydney |
| Hunter Valley Sunflowers | In season | Jan-May (opens for select bloom windows, e.g. Anzac Day weekend, school holidays; dates vary by year and weather) | Around $5 entry for adults (kids free/under 16 free per some sources), plus per-stem pricing (roughly $3/stem reported); some sources describe entry fee plus per-stem purchase | Booking recommended | Yes | About 2 hours north of Sydney |
| Little Tin Shed Medowie | In season | Seasonal open days, incl. Easter/holiday events (approx. 30,000 blooms per season) | $5 entry fee, pay per stem picked | Booking recommended | Yes | About 2 hours north of Sydney |
| S & S Peruch Avocado Farm | In season | — | — | Booking required | Yes | About 90 minutes north of Sydney |
| The Bloom Barn Farm | In season | year-round, varying blocks (Dec-Feb, Mar-May, Jun-Aug, Sep-Nov) | — | — | Yes | About 90 minutes north of Sydney |
| The Giving Farm | In season | Oct onward; seasonal, varying months | — | — | Yes | About 90 minutes north of Sydney |
| Camden Valley Farm | Unconfirmed · call ahead | seasonal, summer | Call ahead | — | Yes | Around the Sydney basin |
Sunflower farms in New South Wales
10 farms
In season
Last verified 17 Jul 2026
Farm & Co
Cudgen · Northern Rivers
In the NSW Northern Rivers near Byron Bay
- Price
- $4-$5 per stem to cut your own sunflower
- Open
- Wed-Fri 7am-2pm, Sat-Sun 7am-3pm
- Booking
- No booking needed
In season
Last verified 17 Jul 2026
Glenbernie Family Farms
Kurmond · Bilpin & the Hawkesbury
About 90 minutes north-west of Sydney
- Season
- summer/autumn (approx Feb-Apr)
- Price
- $10 per adult (reported)
- Open
- Seasonal sunflower picking days, including twilight sessions
- Booking
- Booking recommended
In season
Last verified 17 Jul 2026
Horseshoe Valley Farm & Apiary
Dooralong · Central Coast
About 90 minutes north of Sydney
- Season
- ticketed event days only, seasonal
- Open
- Ticketed pick-your-own flower event days only
- Booking
- Booking required
In season
Last verified 17 Jul 2026
Hunter Valley Sunflowers
Largs · Hunter Valley
About 2 hours north of Sydney
- Season
- Jan-May
- Price
- Around $5 entry for adults
- Open
- Opens on selected dates/weekends when sunflower fields are in bloom
- Booking
- Booking recommended
In season
Last verified 17 Jul 2026
Little Tin Shed Medowie
Medowie · Hunter Valley
About 2 hours north of Sydney
- Season
- Seasonal open days, incl. Easter/holiday events (approx. 30,000 blooms per season)
- Price
- $5 entry fee, pay per stem picked
- Booking
- Booking recommended
In season
Last verified 17 Jul 2026
S & S Peruch Avocado Farm
Somersby · Central Coast
About 90 minutes north of Sydney
- Open
- Guided farm tour (70 acres) followed by picking and animal feeding, pre-booked
- Booking
- Booking required
In season
Last verified 17 Jul 2026
The Bloom Barn Farm
Peats Ridge · Central Coast
About 90 minutes north of Sydney
- Season
- year-round, varying blocks (Dec-Feb, Mar-May, Jun-Aug, Sep-Nov)
- Open
- Varies with sunflower blooms
In season
Last verified 17 Jul 2026
The Giving Farm
Jilliby · Central Coast
About 90 minutes north of Sydney
- Season
- Oct onward; seasonal, varying months
- Open
- Seasonal, varies by crop
Unconfirmed · call ahead
Not recently verified
Camden Valley Farm
Cawdor · Sydney Basin
Around the Sydney basin
- Season
- seasonal, summer
Details may have changed. Call before travelling.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can you pick sunflowers in NSW?
The main sunflower-picking farms in NSW are Hunter Valley Sunflowers (Hunter Valley), Little Tin Shed at Medowie (Port Stephens), Cedar Creek Farm Hunter Valley at Wollombi, Horseshoe Valley Farm & Apiary, The Bloom Barn Farm, S&S Peruch Avocado Farm and The Giving Farm (Central Coast), Glenbernie Family Farms (Bilpin area) and Farm & Co (Northern Rivers). See the table above for current status.
When is sunflower season in NSW?
NSW sunflowers are typically at their peak from December through February, with some farms extending into March or April depending on planting schedules. Hunter Valley farms often time their openings around the Christmas–January holiday period when visitor numbers are highest. Check each farm's Instagram or Facebook page for real-time updates on when their current crop is blooming.
How much does sunflower picking cost in NSW?
Farm & Co charges $4–$5 per stem with no entry fee. Hunter Valley Sunflowers charges around $5 entry for adults, with per-stem pricing reported at roughly $3 on top. Little Tin Shed at Medowie charges a $5 entry fee plus per-stem picking costs. Glenbernie Family Farms near Bilpin is reported at around $10 per adult, and Cedar Creek Farm Hunter Valley at Wollombi sells ticketed experiences from about $15. Most other farms don't publish pricing online; call or check their social media.
Do I need to book sunflower picking in NSW?
Hunter Valley Sunflowers and Little Tin Shed at Medowie both recommend booking ahead, especially on weekends. Horseshoe Valley Farm & Apiary, S&S Peruch Avocado Farm and Cedar Creek Farm Hunter Valley list booking as required. Farm & Co at Cudgen is the main walk-in option — no booking needed. Peak sunflower weekends sell out fast — if you're making a dedicated trip, securing a booking avoids a wasted drive.