Press Release via Halfinger Farms
HIGGANUM, CT — Halfinger Farms, located in Higganum, is thrilled to celebrate its 30th anniversary of growing and selling plants as it reopens for the spring season on April 1, 2025. Guests can explore the farm’s four greenhouses filled with a variety of spring flowers and plants as well as its pick-your-own (PYO) daffodil farm, Dancing Daffodils. A series of fun, free special events will begin on Saturday, April 5, and culminate with a Farm Birthday Party on Sunday, May 4, from 12pm - 4pm.
“Thirty years ago, we planted the first seeds of what has grown into a vibrant farm that our family and community cherish,” says Jennifer Halfinger, co-owner of Halfinger Farms, along with her husband, John. “As we celebrate this milestone, we're excited to welcome visitors back to Halfinger Farms for another season of blooms, beauty, and tradition. We know it’s spring when we see our first daffodil.”
Halfinger Farms is owned and operated by first-generation farmers Jennifer and John Halfinger. The farm began with a 1,200-square-foot greenhouse and retail shop on the property where John grew up. Over the years, the couple expanded their offerings, and today, the farm features four greenhouses totaling 15,500 square feet, where they produce and sell a huge range of plants including, herbs, flowering annuals, perennials, combinations, hanging baskets, and patio planters.
In 2017, the Halfingers purchased 12 acres a half mile down the road, knowing they could expand their farm in some exciting way. That expansion became pick your own daffodils, and in 2020, they opened Dancing Daffodils. This pick-your-own daffodil farm is one of the few in the country and boasts over 25 varieties of daffodils. PYO daffodils are priced at 70 cents per stem, with no minimum purchase required. A vase boutique on-site offers a selection of reclaimed and rescued vessels on a “pay from your heart” basis.
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The May 4th Farm Party will feature special birthday offers, including 30 percent off individual pots of ever-bearing strawberry plants. Guests can explore the greenhouses, tour the farm's restored 1800s Connecticut-style barn, and enjoy complimentary cake and lemonade. Local band The Engine Room will also perform live 90s music.
Additional family-friendly events throughout the spring include:
Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 11am - 3pm(RAIN DATE, 4/6)Artist Reception Featuring Local Artist Mary D’AmicoWho painted that amazing mural at Dancing Daffodils? It’s by local artist, Mary D’Amico! Join us at the daffodil farm as we celebrate Mary and her one-of-a-kind daffodil mural. Mary will be offering a selection of her whimsical art pieces for sale during this special event. Complimentary cake and lemonade will be served.
Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 10am - 12pmBunnies and BloomsJoin us for a delightful morning of hand-gathering beautiful daffodils from the field, and visiting with local rescue bunnies, guinea pigs, and chickens from Merryweather Farm in East Haddam. Immerse yourself in the beauty of spring as you pick your own daffodils (70 cents per stem), visit with the rescue animals, and shop the pop-up farm stand curated by Merryweather Farm.
Saturday, April 12, 2025 | 10am - 3pmLiving History Day at the Daffodil FarmTransport yourself back to the 1800s! Long before it was Dancing Daffodils, the stately farm across from Candlewood Hill, was the Bonfoey family’s homestead. Here, Bennauel and Constance Bonfoey built their home and raised their 13 children. During this free event, The Cromwell Historical Society and The Dirty Blue Shirts living historians will transport us back to the turn of the 19th century. The group will offer us a glimpse into what life may have felt like during this exciting time in history.
Friday, April 18, 2025 | 11am - 3pmLet’s Make Old-Fashioned Greeting CardsNothing compares to receiving a special message tucked inside a beautiful greeting card. Be the one who sends that card; make a daffodil inspired greeting card at this free event. Break through the digital age and let someone know that they are special to you. Send them a handwritten note. Enclose a sweet message of goodwill to them on this very special greeting card that they may save for years to come, because it was made by you.
Saturday, May 3, 2025 | 11am - 1pmVegetable Gardening with Jill Mechachonis: Let’s Get PlantingJill Mechachonis, owner, Grateful Garden Company, is an experienced vegetable gardener with a passion for teaching and growing healthy food. During this free event, Jill will be on hand to chat in the greenhouse with you about every aspect of veggie gardening, with a special focus on what can be planted in out in early May. Do you want to grow your own food in 2025? This is the perfect chance to start that plan! Complimentary lemonade will be served.
Visit Halfinger Farms and Dancing Daffodils
Halfinger Farms and Dancing Daffodils are open seven days a week at 489 Candlewood Hill Road, Higganum, CT. Call the picking hotline at 860-345-4609 for hours and daily updates on conditions before you visit.