Flower farm · Pumpkin patch
Deep Roots Produce
U-pick flowers, sunflowers, tomatoes and pumpkins in Alto, 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
“The Farmyard (our two acre play area) Corn Maze, Sunflower Maze , Glow Nights, and our U-Cut Flower Field.”
“U-Pick Tomato Field opens once the plants are bursting with fruit — typically late July to early August!”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/seasons-on-the-farm, checked October 6, 2026
“Choose U-Pick or Pre-Picked pumpkins for your fall fun”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/seasons-on-the-farm, checked October 6, 2026
Season
“We will not be opening in December and will remain closed until May of 2027”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/seasons-on-the-farm, checked October 6, 2026
Crops and picking times
“July - August”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/seasons-on-the-farm, checked October 6, 2026
“August - September”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/seasons-on-the-farm, checked October 6, 2026
“Typically opens by early August”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/seasons-on-the-farm, checked October 6, 2026
“Sunflower Field opens mid-August - Admission Required , blooms are highly weather dependent.”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/seasons-on-the-farm, checked October 6, 2026
“Pumpkins available early September!”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/seasons-on-the-farm, checked October 6, 2026
“September - October”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/seasons-on-the-farm, checked October 6, 2026
“November - December”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/seasons-on-the-farm, checked October 6, 2026
“Zinnia + Cosmo Field - Opening late July”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/farm-florals, checked October 6, 2026
“Other U-cut Varieties - O pening late July”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/farm-florals, checked October 6, 2026
“These fields will close at the end of August due to the drought we experienced in July - the field did not receive enough water to last until first frost.”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/farm-florals, checked October 6, 2026
Prices
“Day passes to The Farmyard are $8 .”
“Day passes to the corn maze (opening Sept 5) are $8.”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/seasons-on-the-farm, checked October 6, 2026
“IF YOU ARE PICKING FLOWERS (a $12 cup or $50 bucket) there is NO admission charge - just the cost of your flowers.”
“August 3rd-August 31st (or until our sunflower maze closes) - Admission is $8 for all flower fields.”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/farm-florals, checked October 6, 2026
“$12 for 24oz paper cup (fits about 12-14 stems)”
“$50 for a 9 inch Paper Bucket (fits about 55 stems)”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/farm-florals, checked October 6, 2026
Before you go
“***Please note that ONE admission is waived for each floral cup or bucket purchased.”
“Only one admission is waived per cup or bucket.”
“No pets allowed in the field.”
“Service animals are permitted.”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/farm-florals, checked October 6, 2026
“While dogs were allowed in our old outdoor barn market, unfortunately we cannot allow them in our new barn due to food safety regulations.”
“We do host a Dog Day on the farm on the last Sunday of the season, so your furry friends are welcome in the maze/pumpkin fields on that day only.”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/faq, checked October 6, 2026
Besides picking
“Feed the animals with seasonal or single use feed cups, available for purchase at the Market Barn, and shop fresh produce grown onsite alongside locally sourced goods.”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/seasons-on-the-farm, checked October 6, 2026
“Our Market Barn + Petting Zoo : Free to explore!”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/seasons-on-the-farm, checked October 6, 2026
“Group rates are available for our Daytime Corn Maze, Farmyard Play Area and Fall All Access Passes.”
“Please reference our Events page to view our Corn Maze Events and other fun happenings!”
Source: deeprootsproduce.farm/seasons-on-the-farm, checked October 6, 2026
What you can pick
- Flowers
- Sunflowers
- Tomatoes
- Pumpkins
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flowers | U-pick | Not stated | – | |
| Sunflowers | U-pick | Not stated | – | |
| Tomatoes | U-pick | Not stated | – | |
| Pumpkins | U-pick & pre-picked | Not stated | – |
Typical Michigan seasons (a published harvest calendar, not this farm's dates)
- Pumpkins: September–October. Source: Michigan State University Extension: Michigan Availability Guide (CYFC063), hosted by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, read October 6, 2026.
At a glance
- Address
- 8410 Whitneyville Ave SE, Alto, MI 49302Kent County
The farm's website does not list hours we could read. Call or check the website before you go.
Besides picking
- Farm store
- Corn maze
- Petting zoo
- Playground
- Events
Deep Roots Produce: questions
Does Deep Roots Produce have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "The Farmyard (our two acre play area) Corn Maze, Sunflower Maze , Glow Nights, and our U-Cut Flower Field."