Lavender Farms in Illinois 2026

✓ 9 farms verified · updated September 13, 2026 · every listing links to its sources

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Worked out from the season dates and opening days the farms published themselves, checked against today's date in your browser. A farm only appears under "open today" where it published both. Farms that publish neither are still listed, they just cannot be filtered this way. Always worth a look at the farm's own page before you drive.

Von Bergen's Country Market

✓ 2026 confirmed

📍 Hebron, IL

🍎 Apple picking🫐 Berry picking🌽 Corn maze💜 Lavender+4

The 2026 farm CSA begins Friday, April 24, 2026. Open April - November.

💵 2026 CSA shares are $725 and $425, and include free admission to the Sunflower or Pumpkin Festival and a 12 inch hanging flower basket for pickup in May and June.

ℹ️ Cash and credit cards are taken at most locations on the farm, with a $5 minimum on cards, and there is an ATM inside the farm market building. Unclaimed CSA boxes are donated to local charities.

🚗 Pickup or delivery at 3 spots off the farm

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Ready Jam Farms

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Marengo, IL

🫐 Berry picking💜 Lavender🎃 Pumpkin patch📦 CSA shares+2

Illinois MarketMaker, the find-a-farm directory the Illinois Department of Agriculture points to, lists these ways to buy direct: on-farm sales, a farm or roadside stand, U-pick, a CSA, selling at farmers markets, online ordering. Products as published in that directory: Asparagus, Basil, Beans, Beets, Bok Choy, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Button / White Mushrooms, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Chard, Chives, Cilantro, Collards, Coriander, Cremini Mushrooms, Cucumbers, Dill, Eggplant, Endive, Fennel, Fruit, Garlic, Gourds (Edible), Grains & Oilseeds, Greens, and 46 more. The farm describes itself this way in its directory profile: Organically Grown Fruits, Vegetables & Herbs Homemade Jams, Jellies & Preserves 18 week CSA or Community Supported Program. 3 share sizes available for families of 2, 4 or 6 Each week for 18 weeks you will receive Seasonal, Ultra-Fresh Organically grown Vegetables & Herbs All harvested just hours before you receive them. Currently we have 4 locations to pick up from: Marengo, Elgin, Elmhurst & Aurora, IL. Crystal Lake location in the works

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Wiltse's Farm Produce, LLC

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Maple Park, IL

🫐 Berry picking🌽 Corn maze💜 Lavender🎃 Pumpkin patch+3

Open Monday 10am to 5pm, Wednesday to Friday 10am to 5pm and Saturday and Sunday 9am to 4pm, closed Tuesday. The farm publishes u-pick flowers.

ℹ️ The directory lists these on site: playground.

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R Farm

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Dow, IL

🫐 Berry picking💜 Lavender🎃 Pumpkin patch🥩 Beef+6

Illinois MarketMaker, the find-a-farm directory the Illinois Department of Agriculture points to, lists these ways to buy direct: on-farm sales, a farm or roadside stand, U-pick, selling at farmers markets. Products as published in that directory: Asparagus, Basil, Beans, Beef, Beets, Blackberries, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Chard, Chicken, Chives, Collards, Condiments & Sauces, Coriander, Corn, Cucumbers, Currants, Dill, Eggplant, Eggs, Eggs & Egg Products, Fennel, Fruit, Garlic, Gourds (Edible), and 40 more. The farm describes itself this way in its directory profile: We have an organic, pizza-shaped garden with eight slices. Each slice has an ingredient needed to make a pizza;i.e. wheat (crust), tomatoes (sauce), hogs (pepperoni & sausage), dairy goats (cheese). In a unique way we teach people where their food comes from. Following the tour, indulge in a slice of fresh hot pizza made from the ingredients grown on the farm! Fall festival, haunted farm; educational group tours; pizza made from scratch. Directions: Junction of Rt. 109 and Rt. 3 (SW Corner) 7 miles northwest of Godfrey.

ℹ️ The directory lists these on site: wheelchair accessible.

Verified 2026-08-27 against il.foodmarketmaker.com and il.foodmarketmaker.com. This farm has not published hours, prices or dates yet, so everything we hold on it is right here.

Crump Family Gardens

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Carlock, IL

🍎 Apple picking🫐 Berry picking💜 Lavender🎃 Pumpkin patch+2

Illinois MarketMaker, the find-a-farm directory the Illinois Department of Agriculture points to, lists these ways to buy direct: on-farm sales, a farm or roadside stand, U-pick, selling at farmers markets. Products as published in that directory: Apples, Asparagus, Basil, Beans, Beets, Blueberries, Broccoli, Cabbage, Catnip, Cherries, Chives, Cilantro, Coriander, Corn, Cucumbers, Dill, Eggplant, Fennel, Fruit, Gourds (Edible), Grains & Oilseeds, Herbs, Kohlrabi, Lavender, Lemon Balm, Marjoram, Mint, Muskmelons, and 20 more. The farm describes itself this way in its directory profile: Call for availability and hours. Sells at Bloomington, Normal, Peoria, and DeKalb farmers markets. Directions: 1 mi. east of Carlock Rd. on Rt. 150, left 1/2 mi., right on 2100 North Rd, then go 2.5 miles to farm on north side of road.

Verified 2026-08-27 against il.foodmarketmaker.com and il.foodmarketmaker.com. This farm has not published hours, prices or dates yet, so everything we hold on it is right here.

Geil Homestead

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Mahomet, IL

💜 Lavender🎃 Pumpkin patch🍗 Chicken🥚 Eggs+3

Illinois MarketMaker, the find-a-farm directory the Illinois Department of Agriculture points to, lists these ways to buy direct: on-farm sales, a farm or roadside stand, U-pick, selling at farmers markets. Products as published in that directory: Basil, Catnip, Chicken, Cornish Hens, Crafts, Eggs, Eggs & Egg Products, Gourds (Edible), Herbs, Lavender, Lemon Balm, Llama, Meat, Poultry & Game, Pumpkins, Sage, Turkey, Vegetables. The farm describes itself this way in its directory profile: Herbs, perennials, ferns, annuals, hanging baskets, window boxes, water plants, and pond supplies. Brown eggs. We also do aromatherapy oils and related supplies. Directions: Interstate 74 to Mahomet exit, south to 150, west on 150 to 125E. South 1/4 mile. Sell at Urbana, Monticello Farmers' Market.

Verified 2026-08-27 against il.foodmarketmaker.com and il.foodmarketmaker.com. This farm has not published hours, prices or dates yet, so everything we hold on it is right here.

Shawnee Hills Lavender, LLC

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Cobden, IL

💜 Lavender🥬 Produce

Illinois MarketMaker, the find-a-farm directory the Illinois Department of Agriculture points to, lists these ways to buy direct: on-farm sales, U-pick. Products as published in that directory: Herbs, Lavender. The farm describes itself this way in its directory profile: 2025 was our final lavender season. Come on out and enjoy the great savings in the gift shop. We are still hopeful that we will find a buyer for our home, 21 acres and the lavender business so it can continue. Plants for sale this season will be Phenomenal and Hidcote. We truly appreciate the love and support you all have given us since 2015.

Verified 2026-08-27 against il.foodmarketmaker.com and il.foodmarketmaker.com. This farm has not published hours, prices or dates yet, so everything we hold on it is right here.

Nettle Creek Lavender Farm

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Morris, IL

🌺 Dahlias💜 Lavender🌸 Zinnias🧺 Farm stand+2

Hours as published in Illinois MarketMaker: Wed-Sat 10am-8pm. Open April through September.

ℹ️ The directory lists these on site: free parking, parking available, gift shop, greenhouse. It is listed as family-friendly, kid's activities, seasonal operation.

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The Ryder Family Farm

2025 verified · 2026 TBA

📍 Golconda, IL

🍎 Apple picking🫐 Berry picking💐 Cut-your-own bouquets💜 Lavender+6

Open May through September.

ℹ️ The directory lists these on site: free parking, petting zoo. It is listed as seasonal operation.

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Lavender Farms in Illinois: the questions people ask

When does lavender season start and end in Illinois in 2026?

3 of the 9 lavender farms we list in Illinois publish their own dates, so here is what they say rather than a general rule. Nettle Creek Lavender Farm in Morris: The farm describes itself this way in its directory profile: Nettle Creek Lavender Farm is a small... The Ryder Family Farm in Golconda: Open May through September.

Which lavender farms in Illinois are confirmed open for 2026?

1 of the 9 have current-year evidence on their own site or an official directory, which is the only thing we count as confirmed. Von Bergen's Country Market in Hebron: The 2026 farm CSA begins Friday, April 24, 2026. Open April - November.

Which lavender farms in Illinois are free to visit?

1 of the 9 say so in their own words. Most of the others charge per person or per carload, and you still pay for what you pick. Von Bergen's Country Market in Hebron: 2026 CSA shares are $725 and $425, and include free admission to the Sunflower or Pumpkin Festival...

Which lavender farms in Illinois are best for toddlers and young children?

3 of the 9 mention children in what they publish, whether that is a play area, a petting farm or a price for small ones. Von Bergen's Country Market in Hebron: Three acre maze and childrens maze, Farm animals, sand box tractor play areas, fall decorations... Wiltse's Farm Produce, LLC in Maple Park: The directory lists these on site: playground.

Do I need to book ahead or buy tickets in advance in Illinois?

4 of the 9 sell tickets online or ask you to book, and the rest take you at the gate as far as they say publicly. Von Bergen's Country Market in Hebron: sells tickets or bookings through its own site Ready Jam Farms in Marengo: The farm describes itself this way in its directory profile: Organically Grown Fruits...

Which lavender farms in Illinois are cash only?

None of the 9 say they are cash only. 1 says they take cards or an app. The rest do not publish how they take payment, so we do not say either way. Every listing here links to the page we read it on and the date we checked.