Explore 5 Florida U-Pick Farms
In partnership with: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Did you know that Florida is home to more than 100 U-pick produce and flower farms? Whether you’re in Jacksonville or Miami – or somewhere in between – you’ll find plenty of options for picking fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers straight from the field. A farm visit is an excellent opportunity to enjoy some sunshine, fresh air and delicious produce while spending time with family and friends. So, visit these fruit farms to start your U-pick adventures.
Under the Vine Dragon Fruit Farm
If you’re looking for a nontraditional U-pick option, consider Under the Vine Dragon Fruit Farm in Homestead. This family-owned farm has been operating since 2016 and prides itself on responsible and sustainable farm practices. Under the Vine Dragon Fruit Farm offers red, white and pink dragon fruit varieties on its more than 12-acre property. They allow visitors a U-pick option by appointment only, and generally the U-pick season is from July through November. Dragon fruit grows on a cactus, so the farm requires protective gloves and expert guidance for picking. In addition to being an active farm, the property also includes a farmhouse available for rent through Airbnb and space for weddings and other private events.
Visit underthevinefarm.com for more info and call (305) 209-8819 or email info@underthevinefarm.com to schedule a U-pick time.
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Spivey Farms
If you’re looking for a U-pick option near the Tampa area, Spivey Farms in Plant City is the place to be. A variety of produce is grown on the 82-acre familyoperated farm, including peppers, tomatoes, squash, peas and sweet corn. The farm’s primary crop is strawberries, which are grown commercially during the winter months, but the farm offers a U-pick option for visitors beginning in March each year.
Visit myspiveyfarms.com or search Spivey Farms on Facebook for farm updates and U-pick dates and times.
Blue By U
If you want to make a day of it, Blu By U blueberry farm in Jacksonville has plenty of activities to keep you busy. They offer blueberry picking from late April through late May each year. The 2021 season was the first for strawberry picking, which started slowly in April and was expected to continue until the fall. Visitors can call, email or send a Facebook message to schedule an appointment for berry picking. The farm also includes a petting zoo, sandbox, butterfly house, volleyball court and covered picnic area. Guests can also purchase bait and tackle on-site to fish in the farm’s pond. If shopping is more your style, you can find honey, soaps, jams and T-shirts in the farm’s country store.
Visit blubyujax.com and call (904) 465-1811 or email blubyujax@gmail.com for an appointment to pick berries.
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Margo’s Blueberry Farm
Margo’s Blueberry Farm in Brooksville is family-owned and -operated and has been in business since 1993. Its blueberry season runs from April through May each year, with an option for U-pick by appointment.
The farm updates U-pick dates and times on their Facebook page. Visit margosblueberryfarm.com to learn more.
English Lake Farm
English Lake Farm in Fort Ogden offers a variety of U-pick options. Blueberries are the farm’s staple crop, with U-pick season beginning in mid-March. There is also a variety of citrus trees on the property that are in season for U-pick starting in late October. Prior to the pandemic, the farm offered mini lemon-blueberry Bundt cakes that were popular with visitors. Since English Lake Farm is strictly a U-pick farm and doesn’t harvest commercially, visitors have a great selection of quality berries to pick. They offer flexible hours and are usually open seven days a week.
They also furnish buckets and bags for picking. Confirm U-pick days and hours before your visit by calling (863) 990-6164, and visit englishlakefarm.com for more information.
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