Flower farm
Apollo’s Basket
U-pick flowers and lavender in Swanton, Ohio
From the farm's website
The farm's own words, quoted as posted on its website, with the page each line comes from and the day we read it. Seasons, hours and prices change: check with the farm before you go.
U-pick
“Whether you're here to pick your own bouquet, attend one of our seasonal events, or simply enjoy a day surrounded by nature, we can't wait to welcome you.”
“Self service for upick lavender and flowers, there are signs at the sign in table with instructions and multiple QR codes for cashless payment options.”
Source: apollosbasket.com/pages/visit, checked October 6, 2026
“U-Pick Flowers: Late May through early October.”
Source: apollosbasket.com/pages/visit, checked October 6, 2026
Crops and picking times
“U-Pick Lavender: Mid-June through Mid-July.”
“We may open our lavender fields for a second discount cutting in late August.”
Source: apollosbasket.com/pages/visit, checked October 6, 2026
“Our U-pick flower fields and private event spaces are designed to inspire meaningful gatherings surrounded by nature’s beauty”
“Plan a day of flower-picking or book an experience.”
Source: apollosbasket.com, checked October 6, 2026
Hours
“Please know that some weekend afternoons and evenings we are reserved for private events.”
Source: apollosbasket.com/pages/visit, checked October 6, 2026
Before you go
“Check out our reservations page or contact us for inquiries.”
Source: apollosbasket.com/pages/visit, checked October 6, 2026
“We provide clippers and baskets for picking.”
“On busy days we may run out, so it is a good idea to bring your own clippers if you have them.”
Source: apollosbasket.com/pages/visit, checked October 6, 2026
What you can pick
- Flowers · May–Oct
- Lavender · Jun–Jul
Crops and months read from the lines quoted above; a crop with no months is one the farm names without a picking window.
At a glance
- Picking months
- Usually May–OctoberThe months the farm’s website gives for its U-pick crops; it lists no dates for a specific season.
- Address
- 1629 Berkey Rd, Swanton, OH 43558Lucas County
Apollo’s Basket: questions
Does Apollo’s Basket have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "Whether you're here to pick your own bouquet, attend one of our seasonal events, or simply enjoy a day surrounded by nature, we can't wait to welcome you."
When can you pick flowers at Apollo’s Basket?
May–October, in the farm's words "Late May through early October", according to the farm's website (checked October 6, 2026). Picking depends on the weather and the crop: check with the farm before you go.
When can you pick lavender at Apollo’s Basket?
June–July, in the farm's words "Mid-June through Mid-July", according to the farm's website (checked October 6, 2026). Picking depends on the weather and the crop: check with the farm before you go.