{"id":4203,"date":"2022-11-28T10:07:45","date_gmt":"2022-11-28T16:07:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/calgary-name.com\/?p=4203"},"modified":"2026-01-28T08:14:06","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T14:14:06","slug":"flower-farms-of-alberta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/calgary-name.com\/en\/eternal-4203-flower-farms-of-alberta","title":{"rendered":"Flower Farms of Alberta"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Alberta is home to several farms where fresh flowers are grown \u2013 sunflowers, lilies, tulips, and more. Most of these farms operate on a U-Pick system, meaning customers can pick the flowers they wish to buy themselves. Farm staff are available to teach proper plant care and <a href=\"https:\/\/calgary1.one\/en\/eternal\/nutrien-calgary-the-corporate-evolution-of-an-agricultural-giant-5418\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">offer bouquet<\/a> arrangement tips. These farms also provide many different attractions to spice up your day. Read on to learn more about some of them at <a href=\"https:\/\/calgary-name.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/calgary-name.com\/\">calgary-name<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a14c53c26847\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a14c53c26847\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/calgary-name.com\/en\/eternal-4203-flower-farms-of-alberta\/#Farm_Fresh_Florals\" >Farm Fresh Florals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/calgary-name.com\/en\/eternal-4203-flower-farms-of-alberta\/#Blooms_on_7\" >Blooms on 7<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/calgary-name.com\/en\/eternal-4203-flower-farms-of-alberta\/#Birchwood_Meadows\" >Birchwood Meadows<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/calgary-name.com\/en\/eternal-4203-flower-farms-of-alberta\/#Eagle_Creek_Farms\" >Eagle Creek Farms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/calgary-name.com\/en\/eternal-4203-flower-farms-of-alberta\/#Primrose_Lane_Farm\" >Primrose Lane Farm<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/calgary-name.com\/en\/eternal-4203-flower-farms-of-alberta\/#Field_Flower_Farm\" >Field Flower Farm<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/calgary-name.com\/en\/eternal-4203-flower-farms-of-alberta\/#Fraiche_Flower_Farm\" >Fraiche Flower Farm<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Farm_Fresh_Florals\"><\/span>Farm Fresh Florals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"382\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/1-8.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4204\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/1-8.png 680w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/1-8-300x169.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In the large gardens of Farm Fresh Florals, located in Sunnybrook (Leduc County), unique species of flowers, shrubs, and herbs grow. The farm was created by Jen and Tyrell Gruningers \u2013 third-generation farmers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Farm Fresh Florals is not like the typical flower farm, planted in long rows with a large crop yield. It is a boutique farm designed to inspire and teach guests, offering various styles and garden designs, including: U-Pick flower beds, perennial gardens, a vegetable garden, a sunflower clock, and a greenhouse often used as an indoor event space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The farm also features a gazebo for events, a photo booth, and a farm shop with vases and other home decor items, including antiques and vintage treasures, as well as products from local artisans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Note that the seasonal U-Pick flower garden operates from July to October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Blooms_on_7\"><\/span>Blooms on 7<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Located in Sherwood Park (Strathcona County), Blooms on 7 is a family business run by the Sims family. For seven years, Brianna Sims worked as an elementary school teacher, and in March 2019, after giving birth to her daughter, Margot, she realized she needed a job that would allow her to stay home with her little one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1359\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/2-24.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4207\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/2-24.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/2-24-300x255.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/2-24-768x652.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/2-24-1536x1305.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/2-24-696x591.jpg 696w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/2-24-1068x907.jpg 1068w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Throughout her career, she worked to integrate nature and plant care into her classroom. At home, she also tended plants, and her home garden quickly took over the entire backyard in the suburbs. So, in the midst of the global pandemic, Brianna made an important decision: to move her family to Strathcona County and start a flower business. Brianna\u2019s family also had extensive knowledge in garden planning and growing, so they embraced the idea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In November 2020, they purchased seven acres and began working on creating Blooms on 7. This required hard work, tears, dedication, and lack of sleep, but the efforts were not in vain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The flower farm initially took up half an acre. They decided to use natural fertilizers and low-impact plant management methods to maintain the existing soil ecosystem, as well as avoid using plastic and non-compostable waste on the farm. The farm opened to the public in August 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The growing season here lasts about 123 days, meaning flowers bloom from June to September. Both annual and perennial plants of various varieties are grown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Birchwood_Meadows\"><\/span>Birchwood Meadows<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Birchwood Meadows is located in Sturgeon County. The U-Pick gardens here open in mid-July and remain open until the first frost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/3-29.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/3-29.jpg 900w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/3-29-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/3-29-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/3-29-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The farm also has a plant and souvenir shop where visitors can purchase gifts for special occasions, plants for home decoration, and more. Birchwood Meadows is perfect for romantic and unforgettable celebrations, as it features special locations and gardens designed for photo shoots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eagle_Creek_Farms\"><\/span>Eagle Creek Farms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Eagle Creek Farms, located in Red Deer County, is owned by the Mills family. The Mills family has been farming this land since 1921, initially using horses for farming. In the late 1940s, tractors, chemicals, and fertilizers were introduced. By 1980, the farm had expanded from 160 acres to over 2,000 acres of owned and leased land, combining grain, hay, and cattle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/4-24.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4213\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/4-24.jpg 640w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/4-24-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In the 1980s, a new wave of technology, resources, and machinery helped the family scale up the farm. At that time, seed potatoes and carrots were planted. Later, in addition to vegetables, traditional grain crops, fruits, and flowers were planted, and entertainment areas were created. The main flowers grown include sunflowers and lilies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Primrose_Lane_Farm\"><\/span>Primrose Lane Farm<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This farm is located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, near Waterton Lakes National Park. After spending six years in the city, the Primrose family realized they wanted to raise their children in the countryside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They found a small plot of land, planted their first garden, and raised a few chickens and horses. This is how Primrose Lane Farm was born. However, over time, they needed more land to realize all their farming dreams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/5-13.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4216\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/5-13.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/5-13-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/5-13-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/5-13-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/5-13-696x392.jpg 696w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/5-13-1068x601.jpg 1068w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In the summer of 2017, the Primroses moved to a property with grassy hills, a 6-acre pond, and plenty of space for their animals, near the town of Cardston, not far from Waterton Lakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since moving, they have been growing organic meat and produce. Additionally, flowers have been grown on the farm since 2015. Like their produce, the flowers are grown without chemicals, pesticides, or herbicides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Primrose Lane Farm, there is a wonderful opportunity to pick your own flowers and spend the evening among the gardens, enjoying the sunset, exploring the variety of flowers, and breathing in the fresh country air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Field_Flower_Farm\"><\/span>Field Flower Farm<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Field Flower Farm is located in Foothills County and specializes in seasonal flower growing. The farm provides fresh premium flowers to customers and local florists, grown without pesticides and herbicides. They also offer flower design services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Florist Melina MacArthur, who has always been passionate about flowers, moved to Foothills in 2018, received a flower design certification, and then started Field Flower Farm with her husband Douglas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Initially, Field Flower Farm operated as a home-based flower design studio. They started small, growing cut flowers for their own design work. Over time, the farm grew into a large selection of premium flowers. To protect the plants and extend their growing season, they use greenhouses for a few weeks. The season typically runs from May through late September. Flowers are harvested and delivered in bloom to ensure the longest flowering period. The flowers are fresh, unique, and always change with the seasons. Each season offers something new and beautiful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"734\" height=\"729\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/6-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4219\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/6-1.png 734w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/6-1-300x298.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/6-1-696x691.png 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 734px) 100vw, 734px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fraiche_Flower_Farm\"><\/span>Fraiche Flower Farm<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fraiche Flower Farm is a small farm located in the tiny village of Tallbilly Lake. They sell seeds, ranunculus bulbs, anemones, daffodil and tulip bulbs throughout the year. The farm is organic and does not use pesticides. The farm also offers various workshops on creating wreaths for Christmas and other festive events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1436\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/7-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/7-5.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/7-5-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/7-5-768x766.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/7-5-696x694.jpg 696w, https:\/\/cdn.calgary-name.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/11\/7-5-1068x1065.jpg 1068w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Fraiche Flower Farm was founded by Madeline Cooper and her husband Dan. Dan has lived in Alberta his whole life, while Madeline is from the Pacific Northwest. The couple bought the land in November 2018, and at the time, they had no idea they would embark on a journey into floriculture. Initially, they grew flowers as a way to make friends, but over time, the hobby turned into a real business and a way of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The farm offers U-Pick flower gardens, where visitors can spend the day with their children or friends, creating bouquets and floral wreaths. It\u2019s also a wonderful spot to enjoy the beautiful gardens by the lake, sipping wine and savoring delicious meals. The farm&#8217;s private picnics are perfect for an evening date or simply a fun time with friends.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Alberta is home to several farms where fresh flowers are grown \u2013 sunflowers, lilies, tulips, and more. Most of these farms operate on a U-Pick system, meaning customers can pick the flowers they wish to buy themselves. 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