Horton's Flower Farm Blossoms: Make Your Own Bouquet Starting Saturday

RIVERHEAD, NY — Horton's Flower Farm is set to blossom in Riverhead.

The farm, which will open for the season on Saturday, July 13, offers visitors the chance to handpick their own bouquets from more than 100 varieties of cut flowers.

"When you visit our farm, you'll experience what hundreds of others have described to us: peace, serenity, and an escape from the noise and hustle of everyday life. Our farm is a throwback to a quieter, more serene time. Walking in the fields and cutting the flowers is as therapeutic as it is beautiful," said Jeffrey Gross, co-owner of Horton's Flower Farm.

When visitors first arrive, they choose the size of their bouquet based on the number of stems they want to pick, owners said. Each bouquet includes a mason jar to take home. After picking, guests are welcome to relax and enjoy the garden, have a picnic, or play games.

Additionally, this season, anyone who buys flowers can win a lifetime of free flowers.

"On August 18, five lucky people will be chosen to attend the Golden Ticket event. One winner will receive a lifetime of flowers, and the other four will receive a Family Pack of four passes for this season and next. Buy a bouquet, enter your email, and you're in!" said Claudette Gross, co-owner of the farm.

Group bookings are available for Girl Scouts, bridal parties, bus tours, and more. Professional photography services are available for families, couples, and special occasions, owners added.

"Plan your family visit to Horton's Flower Farm. Create bouquets with your loved ones, enjoy a picnic at our tables, and let the kids play on our swing set and engage in family games. For couples, the farm offers a romantic experience where you can pick flowers together and enjoy the picturesque surroundings," Claudette added.

Horton's Flower Farm, located at 712 Horton Avenue, is open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with sunset picking available from 6 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., on Fridays and Saturdays only. Admission for adults is $3 and $2 for kids. Veterans, nurses, teachers, seniors, and well-behaved, leashed dogs are free.