For many flower lovers, August means one thing: Dahlias! If you planted your own tubers last fall, this is when you finally get to see the result of your labors. Or, if you just like to buy fresh-cut stalks to brighten up your home, this is the month! Local flower farms in Thurston County and the surrounding area are ready to welcome you for u-pick dahlias and fresh-cut bouquets. You can even pre-order tubers at some places. Check out these places to find dahlias near Olympia.
Cedar Flats Farm
5611 Cedar Flats Road SW, Olympia
Open: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Cedar Flats Farm is a great u-pick flower farm in West Olympia! They are open and ready for you to come and check out their gorgeous dahlias. They provide cutters and cups. The farm is self-serve with payment at the stand. They accept cash, Venmo and PayPal. Check their Facebook or Instagram pages for updates on flower availability. They also sell tubers when in season.
Little Lupine Farm
Rochester
If you are looking for buckets of loose dahlias to make your own bouquets or pre-made specialty dahlia bouquets, contact Little Lupine Farm in Rochester! They also sell dahlia tubers in the spring.
Hayes Family Farm
Yelm Farmers Market
Saturdays through September 26
If you are looking to plant some dahlias that are already blooming, check out the Hayes Family Farm at the Yelm Farmers Market! They have some beautiful plants ready to add color to your August garden.
Lynch Creek Dahlias
1880 SE Lynch Road, Shelton
hours: 7 days a week, down until dusk
Head up to Shelton if you are looking for a lovely u-cut dahlia experience. Lynch Creek Dahlias has over 14,000 dahlias blooming! They provide all the materials needed for cutting your bouquet. They also sell fresh, pre-made bouquets at their stand. Dahlias are just .75 a stem or $8 for a dozen. Premade bouquets are $8 for small and $15 for large. They have a cash drop box as well as a kiosk that takes credit card payments.
Did we miss your flower farm? Email us at submit@ThurstonTalk.com.
