With their vibrant petals and tall stems, sunflowers have a way of brightening any occasion. The only thing that could make this spectacular sight more exciting? Well, that’d have to be ice cream! At Buttonwood Farm in Griswold, you can enjoy both. Their fresh sweet treats are creamy and delicious, and the surrounding views will take your breath away.
Buttonwood Farm is located in a gorgeous pastoral setting.
Buttonwood Farm Ice Cream They started out as just a dairy farm, but soon expanded to sell a variety of goods.
Visit in the summer and stare at their 14 acres of blooming sunflowers.
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Every year, Buttonwood Farm hosts a special fundraiser called Sunflowers for Wishes.
erinf77/TripAdvisor During this event, visitors can take a peaceful hayride through the sunflower fields and purchase beautiful bouquets. During their peak season, which usually lasts two weeks, you can expect to see about 300,000 blooms. Proceeds from this event benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
But even if you don’t visit during the peak sunflower season, you’ll be met with gorgeous views and scrumptious ice cream.
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When you hear cows mooing in the distance, you know the ice cream is fresh.
Buttonwood Farm Ice Cream
The classic banana split is a nostalgic taste of days gone by.
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Whether you get your treat in a cup or a cone, one thing is certain – you will love every last bite.
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Come see why Buttonwood Farm is such a beloved attraction in Griswold.
Alex B./TripAdvisor Buttonwood Farm is open seasonally – during the spring and fall. Sunflowers bloom at different times each year. To keep up with this year’s sunflower status, visit their Instagram page. For detailed information about hours, visit their website.
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Buttonwood Farm Ice Cream
They started out as just a dairy farm, but soon expanded to sell a variety of goods.
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During this event, visitors can take a peaceful hayride through the sunflower fields and purchase beautiful bouquets. During their peak season, which usually lasts two weeks, you can expect to see about 300,000 blooms. Proceeds from this event benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
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Alex B./TripAdvisor
Buttonwood Farm is open seasonally – during the spring and fall. Sunflowers bloom at different times each year. To keep up with this year’s sunflower status, visit their Instagram page. For detailed information about hours, visit their website.
If you loved this pastoral place, you should also pay a visit to this lovely goat farm in Connecticut.
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Address: Buttonwood Farm Ice Cream, 473 Shetucket Turnpike, Griswold, CT 06351, USA
