Things you must know
In order for you to truly enjoy your experience, there is just a couple of things you must be aware of before your visit to our farm.
Season Dates
Opening 7 March 2026
Closing 29 March 2026
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Opening Hours
General Public
Friday, Sunday & Public Holidays
10am to 5pm
Saturday
10am to 6pm
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Our final dates for 2026 season
Friday 27 & Sunday 29 March
10am to 5pm
Saturday 28 March 10am to 6pm
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Schools & Community Groups*
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
11am to 3pm
*by appointment only
Toilets
There are no toilet facilities in the field. The nearest toilet facilities are located at the Greendale Recreation Reserve 1km from the field. See Map
Parking & Access
There is plenty of parking available. We have fenced off an area in the paddock for parking. When parking please think of others and be aware of small children walking around.
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Please be aware the road to the Sunflower Field is gravel as you are on a farm.
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The field is wheelchair accessible however it is a paddock and may be a bit of (semi) steep and bumpy ride.
What to Wear
We recommend you wear closed toe shoes as you will be walking around a paddock. It can get quite dusty and quite muddy depending on the weather.
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On warmer days please ensure you wear plenty of Sunscreen and a hat as there is limited shade in the field.
On cooler days please remember to bring a jacket as it can get quite fresh.
What to Bring
Secateurs:
Sunflowers need to be cut with secateurs. So please bring a pair of secateurs.
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Secateurs are available for hire at $5.00 a pair.
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You may want to bring something to wrap your sunflowers in as the stems are quite hairy and may cause discomfort for some. (We suggest newspaper or the like)
Wildlife
Be alert to Bees as they love sunflower pollen. Remember to bring your kit if you have allergies.
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Please be alert to our ground dwelling residents also as they are very good at hiding.
Dogs
Dogs are welcome but must be on a lead at all times. Please be respectful of our land and of the area and your fellow pickers by picking up after your dog. Note also this is a working farm and there is livestock in the adjoining paddocks which can be exciting for some K nines.
Food, Drinks
There is no food available in the field. We do have cold water and soft drinks available for purchase.
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We encourage you explore the region and taste the local fare at one of the many amazing venues. We recommend:
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Myrniong:
St Anne's Winery (Myrniong)
Greendale:
The Greendale Pub
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Blackwood:
The Blackwood Pub
Ballan:
Elsie Rose Bakes, The Tin Plate Café, Shezza's Diner, Zest Café, Fabulous Flowers Café, Ballan Bakery, Ballan Bakehouse and Bar, Good Ship Lollipop for sweets and ice cream
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If you’re looking for something to do we have ​The Wombat Regional Arts Network 123 Inglis street Ballan. Open from 10.00 am to 3.00 pm Friday to Sunday. The Arts Space showcases our local talent and all art is for sale.
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We also have the Flack Post and Telegraph Office Art Gallery and Studio Space at 140 Inglis street Ballan. Open from 11.00 am to 3.00 pm Friday and Saturday. Sunday 11.00 am to 2.00 pm.
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If you feel like a walk around town we have the Ballan Historic Tree Walk. There are 29 historic trees around Ballan. The walk provides information and history on the trees and can be dowloaded onto your phone.
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A Couple of Rules
Children must be accompanied by at adult at all times.
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No drone photography (due to privacy and OH&S restrictions).
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All rubbish must be taken home with you.
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Be respectful to the flowers so that other people may enjoy them as much as you.