Every July, Buttonwood Farm explodes with color in their 14 acres of sunflower fields. Visitors drive for miles to stroll through the yellow fields and photograph the vibrant blossoms. This year, the sunflower festival will take place from July 21 – 29, 2018, let’s check it out:
The fields of sunny blossoms seem to stretch endlessly at Buttonwood Farm in Griswold.
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Each sunflower displays its own unique beauty. This stunning scenery is a photographer’s dream come true.
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Stroll through the fields to view the flowers up close on designated walking paths.
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Or take a tractor pulled hayride through the acres of sunflowers for a unique perspective.
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Over 300,000 blooms are harvested and available to purchase while supplies last.
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All of the proceeds from the sunflower sales go to the Make A Wish Foundation. Over the past 13 seasons, the farm has donated over one million dollars to the charity.
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Kids can climb aboard the tractor pulled cow train for a fun ride around the farm.
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Your time at the sunflower festival won’t be complete without some freshly made ice cream from the creamery.
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Visit the farm from 10 a.m. - dusk during the Sunflower For Wishes event.
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Buttonwood Farm has put Griswold on the map as the sunflower capital of Connecticut. Stop by and see why this summertime event is the brightest place to be this time of year.
TripAdvisor/Maddjic195 Visit Buttonwood Farm at 473 Shetucket Turnpike, Griswold, CT. For more information on Sunflowers For Wishes, visit their website. If you are planning on photographing the sunflowers, please check out the photography guidelines before you go.
Have you ever attended the sunflower festival at Buttonwood Farm? Share your experiences and photos in the comments section below. If you love exploring local gardens, take a day trip to this whimsical art garden that is full of flowers and sculpture.
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Visit Buttonwood Farm at 473 Shetucket Turnpike, Griswold, CT. For more information on Sunflowers For Wishes, visit their website. If you are planning on photographing the sunflowers, please check out the photography guidelines before you go.
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