Flower farm · Orchard
Blake's Backyard
U-pick sunflowers, apples and vegetables in Almont, Michigan
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
“Most people love coming to the u-pick sunflower experience for photos in the field with this iconic flower.”
Source: blakefarms.com/u-pick, checked October 6, 2026
“As one of the first U-Pick orchards in Michigan, we pride ourselves on offering the freshest produce around.”
“Please refer to the information given on this page for Blake's U-Pick current and upcoming selections.”
Source: blakefarms.com/u-pick, checked October 6, 2026
Crops and picking times
“Pack up the family and head out to one of Blake’s four locations to pick fruit and vegetables here on the property.”
Source: blakefarms.com/u-pick, checked October 6, 2026
“No better feeling here in Michigan than driving to an orchard with the family for a day of apple picking.”
“This one-of-a-kind apple picking experience is available for a limited time.”
Source: blakefarms.com/u-pick, checked October 6, 2026
“The heavyweight champion of the summer squash family is available for picking at the Orchard.”
Source: blakefarms.com/u-pick, checked October 6, 2026
“If stuffed peppers are a family favorite, bring the fam down to the farm and have your pick at the best of the best.”
“Pumpkin picking is here!”
Source: blakefarms.com/u-pick, checked October 6, 2026
“Don’t miss out on this special opportunity to enjoy a one-of-a-kind apple-picking experience that combines the thrill of discovery with the crisp, delicious taste of Honeycrisp apples.”
Source: blakefarms.com/honeycrisp, checked October 6, 2026
Hours
“Lovey’s is open July through December on Saturday’s & Sunday’s from 10am-5pm.”
Source: blakefarms.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“U-PICK OPEN DAILY 8am - 5pm”
Source: blakefarms.com/honeycrisp, checked October 6, 2026
“Monday – Thursday 11:00am - 9:00pm”
“Friday 11:00am - 10:00pm”
“Saturday 10:00am - 10:00pm”
“Sunday 10:00am - 7:00pm”
“Monday - Friday 3:00pm – 6:00pm”
Source: blakefarms.com/backyard-taproom, checked October 6, 2026
“Monday – Wednesday 9:00am - 9:00pm”
Source: blakefarms.com/blakes-backyard, checked October 6, 2026
Prices
“$4 pints”
Source: blakefarms.com/backyard-taproom, checked October 6, 2026
Before you go
“Enjoy a scenic wagon-ride through the orchards, typically off limits to the public.”
Source: blakefarms.com/u-pick, checked October 6, 2026
“Blake’s accepts all forms of payment including cash and all major debit/credit cards at all registers.”
“We also accept Apple Pay at all registers.”
Source: blakefarms.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“Exceptions will only be made for registered service animals, which must be properly identified as such.”
“Pets must be on a leash 6ft or shorter at all times.”
Source: blakefarms.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“Yes, we accept reservations except in September, October and property wide festival weekends.”
Source: blakefarms.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
Besides picking
“Our lavender field is open during our annual lavender festival.”
“Haunted Hayrides are typically 30 minutes.”
Source: blakefarms.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“Funland is a family friendly area, featuring our animal farm, train/wagon rides, John Deere Speedway, Barnyard 500 Tricycle track, play structures, corn maze, sports zone and more!”
Source: blakefarms.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
What you can pick
- Sunflowers
- Apples
- Vegetables
Crops and months read from the lines quoted above; a crop with no months is one the farm names without a picking window.
| Crop | How | Months | When (farm) | Varieties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunflowers | U-pick | Not stated | – | |
| Apples | U-pick | Not stated | – | |
| Vegetables | U-pick | Not stated | – |
At a glance
- Address
- 5600 Van Dyke Rd, Almont, MI 48003Lapeer County
Besides picking
- Hayrides
- Wagon rides
- Corn maze
- Festivals
Blake's Backyard: questions
Does Blake's Backyard have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "Most people love coming to the u-pick sunflower experience for photos in the field with this iconic flower."