Gallery: Sunflowers attract dozens to Lilyvale Flower Farm

The latest flower farm to open up on the Darling Downs is one not to be missed, with sky-high sunflowers waiting to be picked. Story and gallery here.

Lilyvale Flower Farm's impressive sunflower crop saw dozens flock to the sunny fields on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Photo: Jessica Klein

The picturesque Lilyvale Flower Farm is a recent addition to the Darling Downs’ eclectic mix of growers.

Opening to the public for the first time back in February, co-owner Ainsley Smith said they have been overwhelmed by the response from the community.

Ms Smith said it was the peaceful nature of the Lilyvale area that saw them change sceneries just over 12-months ago.

“We wanted to share that with people so we thought growing flowers would give them a reason to come out here,” she said.

Lilyvale Flower Farm co-owner Ainsley Smith. Photo: Jessica Klein

“Life is so busy and seeing people just take time to slow down, get outside and see the beauty of creation.

“People walk out with the biggest smile on their face and that’s what we want to see, that’s what it’s all about for us.”

The success of the sunflower field has encouraged Ms Smith and her family to begin producing a wider range of cut flowers.

“We’ve got dahlias, zinnias and cosmos, and all sorts of pretty summer flowers we hope to do a pick your own with as well,” she said.

While the rain may have dampened other events in the region, it’s left the flower farm to flourish with plenty of bright yellow flowers waiting to be picked.

The flower farm is located on Heiligs Rd, Lilyvale, less than half an hour from Toowoomba, and is open on Monday from 10am-6pm and Christmas Eve from 10am-4pm.

For more information or to follow their journey head to Lilyvale Flower Farm’s Facebook or Instagram page.

See some of the happy faces who attended the flower farm on Sunday below.

Lilyvale Flower Farm's impressive sunflower crop saw dozens flock to the sunny fields, including (from left) Sue Edwards, Lotte Schubert and Harrison Edwards on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Photo: Jessica Klein

Lilyvale Flower Farm's impressive sunflower crop saw dozens flock to the sunny fields, including (from left) David, Leanne, Cooper and Ethan on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Photo: Jessica Klein

Lilyvale Flower Farm's impressive sunflower crop saw dozens flock to the sunny fields on Sunday, December 22, 2024. (from left) Emily Banhidi, Meghan Wilson, Riley Wilson, Matilda Banhidi and Brydee Wilson. Photo: Jessica Klein

Lilyvale Flower Farm's impressive sunflower crop saw dozens flock to the sunny fields, including (from left) Sue Edwards, Lotte Schubert and Harrison Edwards on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Photo: Jessica Klein

Lilyvale Flower Farm's impressive sunflower crop saw dozens flock to the sunny fields, including (from left) Darcy, Emily and Beau Keable on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Photo: Jessica Klein

Lilyvale Flower Farm's impressive sunflower crop saw dozens flock to the sunny fields, including (from left) Sue Edwards, Lotte Schubert and Harrison Edwards on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Photo: Jessica Klein

Lilyvale Flower Farm's impressive sunflower crop saw dozens flock to the sunny fields, including Judy and Tony on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Photo: Jessica Klein

Lilyvale Flower Farm's impressive sunflower crop saw dozens flock to the sunny fields, including (from left) Dan, Kirstie, Heidi, Dorothy, Sonny and Mackenzie on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Photo: Jessica Klein

Lilyvale Flower Farm's impressive sunflower crop saw dozens flock to the sunny fields, including (from left) Carole and Dennis Macdonnell on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Photo: Jessica Klein

Lilyvale Flower Farm's impressive sunflower crop saw dozens flock to the sunny fields, including (from left) Olivia and Dominic on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Photo: Jessica Klein

Lilyvale Flower Farm's impressive sunflower crop saw dozens flock to the sunny fields, including (from left) Jackson, Jess, Abby, Dion, Hannah and Jesse on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Photo: Jessica Klein

Lilyvale Flower Farm's impressive sunflower crop saw dozens flock to the sunny fields, including (from left) Kavinda and Chenara on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Photo: Jessica Klein

Originally published as Gallery: Sunflowers attract dozens to Lilyvale Flower Farm