The New England
Bloom Guide
The Flower Farms, Berry Fields & Summer Drives Worth Taking This Season
Estimated reading time · 6 minutes
For a few short weeks each summer, New England's hillsides turn purple with lavender, sunflower fields stretch toward the horizon, and blueberry bushes become heavy with fruit. If you're looking for somewhere worth the drive over the next few weeks, start here.
Breathe Deep: Lavender Season
Lavender season usually begins in late June and reaches its peak through July.
The fields are fragrant, photographers arrive before sunrise, and farm shops fill with handmade soaps, culinary treats, oils, and fresh bouquets.
Lavender Pond Farm — Killingworth, CT
Perhaps the most iconic lavender destination in New England, Lavender Pond Farm features over 10,000 lavender plants spread across 25 rolling acres, along with walking paths, a covered bridge, resident beehives, and its charming LPF Express train.
It's the kind of place where you'll arrive planning to stay an hour and realize you've spent an entire afternoon wandering the fields.
No tickets required to walk the fields — just show up and wander.
About 2 hours from Boston
Chasing the Sunflowers
As lavender begins to fade, New England turns brilliant yellow.
Sunflower season is wonderfully brief, making late July and early August one of the best times to explore the countryside. Each farm has its own personality — from lively festivals to quiet working farms.
Coppal House Farm — Lee, NH
The best-known sunflower destination in New England blends thousands of blooming flowers with artisan vendors, local wine, yoga sessions, horse-drawn wagon rides, and live music.
Go at sunrise if you're hoping for unforgettable photographs.
Blooms late July through early August · About 1 hour from Boston
Brookford Farm — Canterbury, NH
Brookford feels refreshingly authentic.
Rather than a large commercial festival, this certified organic working farm invites visitors to experience fields of sunflowers alongside grazing animals, locally grown food, and a slower pace that encourages lingering.
If you enjoy discovering places that still feel local, this one deserves a spot on your list.
Blooms in August · About 90 minutes from Boston
Sunfox Farm — Concord, NH
Home to one of New Hampshire's largest sunflower fields, Sunfox offers elevated viewing platforms, winding walking paths, and spectacular sunset photography opportunities.
The backdrop of Concord's State House dome makes it feel uniquely New England.
Blooms in August · About 75 minutes from Boston
Blueberry Mornings
Blueberry season arrives quickly and disappears just as fast.
Early mornings are cooler, the berries are plentiful, and many farms combine picking with bakeries, cider, flower gardens, or farm markets.
Cider Hill Farm — Amesbury, MA
If you only visit one blueberry farm this summer, make it Cider Hill.
The property combines blueberry picking, cut-your-own flower fields, fresh cider donuts, an estate cidery, live music, and seasonal festivals into one of the most complete farm experiences in New England.
You can easily spend half a day here without running out of things to explore.
Peak season mid-July through August · About 1 hour from Boston
Gianetti's U-Pick Blueberries — Franklin, MA
A classic family-run farm where simplicity is part of the charm.
Five varieties of high-bush blueberries, easy picking, and four decades of family tradition make this one of the region's favorite summer stops. Open on weekend mornings through mid-August. Cash and check only.
Go early — the morning light is beautiful, and the fields are quieter.
Peak season July through mid-August · About 45 minutes from Boston
Rocky Point Farm — Warwick, RI
Blueberry picking with views toward Narragansett Bay isn't something you experience every day.
Smaller and quieter than most pick-your-own farms, Rocky Point feels like a hidden discovery rather than a tourist destination.
Peak season July through late August · About 75 minutes from Boston
Before You Go
- Bloom seasons shift with the weather — check each farm's social media for same-day conditions before heading out.
- Visit early for cooler temperatures, lighter crowds, and the best light for photos.
- Wear comfortable shoes, bring your camera, and don't skip the farm stand.
If one of these places catches your eye, don't wait too long. The flowers will be gone before you know it — but the drive just might become your favorite day of the summer.