Step into the blooms. Snip, gather, and take home the beauty!
There’s nothing quite like the joy of walking through rows of vibrant flowers, snipping your favorites, and building your own custom bouquet straight from the field. At Howell’s, we invite you to enjoy the full sensory experience of our U-Pick / U-Cut Flower Fields—where you’re not just admiring the flowers, you’re part of the process.
Whether you’re gathering fresh blooms for your kitchen table, celebrating a special moment, or just enjoying a peaceful day in the field, our U-Cut area is designed to delight flower lovers of all ages.
🌿 A 40-Year Legacy of Blooms
We’ve been growing flowers since 1985, originally cultivating everlastings—flowers chosen for their ability to dry naturally and beautifully.
Our passion for dried florals laid the foundation for today’s fields, which include many unique and heirloom varieties suited for both fresh enjoyment and long-lasting preservation.
🌼 Want to learn more? Read our Dried Flower Blog for behind-the-scenes stories. Or visit our Dried Floral Section.
📅 Bloom Season & Hours:
Our U-Cut Flower Fields are typically open mid-summer through early fall, depending on weather and bloom cycles.
👉 Check our [Instagram] and [Facebook] for real-time updates, bloom alerts, and picking tips!
🌼 What You’ll Find in Our U-Cut Fields:
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A diverse selection of fresh-cut flowers grown right here in Iowa
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Seasonal blooms perfect for arranging, gifting, or drying
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Gorgeous foliage and texture stems to round out your bouquet
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Clippers, buckets, and guidance provided—just bring your love for flowers!
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📍 How to Pick Your Perfect Bouquet:
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Check in at the Farm Market for supplies and instructions
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Grab your bucket and clippers
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Wander the fields, cut your favorites, and build your bouquet
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Return to the market for clipper return
🌻 Explore Our Iconic Sunflower Field
**Tentative late August peak Bloom
Golden, glowing, and utterly unforgettable.
Every summer, our sunflower field bursts into bloom with towering sunflowers stretching toward the sky—creating one of the most photogenic spots on the farm. Visitors come from all over to walk among these cheerful blooms, snap unforgettable photos, and cut a few sunny stems to bring home.
🌞 Why You’ll Love the Howell’s Sunflower Field:
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Acres of bright, blooming sunflowers at peak season
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Perfect for photoshoots, proposals, and golden-hour strolls
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U-Cut sunflower stems available while supplies last
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A sunflower maze experience in late summer (check calendar!)
🌻 Pro Tip: Sunflower blooms typically peak late August, but follow us on social for exact bloom dates!
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📸 Photo Ops & Photography Spots
From rows of radiant sunflowers to dreamy backdrops of zinnias and strawflowers, our fields are filled with stunning photo opportunities. Whether you’re taking selfies, capturing the kids, or scheduling a professional shoot—we welcome it all.
📷 For guidelines, golden hour tips, and to book your shoot, visit our Photography Page.
