First Roots Farm is a working flower farm located in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, welcoming guests from Lake Country, the Milwaukee area, Waukesha County, Madison, Brookfield, and across Southern Wisconsin. We host scheduled, ticketed flower farm experiences throughout the growing season.

Because access to the farm is intentional and event-based, many of the same questions come up as people plan a visit, book an event, or choose a flower offering. Below are clear answers to the most common questions about visiting First Roots Farm and participating in our experiences.

Do I need a ticket or a reservation to visit First Roots Farm?
Yes. All access to the flower fields at First Roots Farm is ticketed, scheduled, or reserved in advance. We do not offer open walk-in access. This allows us to protect the flowers, manage guest flow, and host each experience intentionally.

Are experiences at First Roots Farm self-guided or hosted?
All experiences are hosted. Guests may move through the flower fields at their own pace, but our team provides orientation, guidance, and on-site support.

Is First Roots Farm open to the public every day?
No. The farm operates on a scheduled experience model rather than daily open hours. Events, pickups, and reservations take place on select dates throughout the season.

Are dogs allowed at First Roots Farm?
No. Dogs are not permitted on the farm at any time, including during uPick events, private events, corporate gatherings, photography sessions, or CSA pickups. 

What happens during a corporate team gathering at a flower farm near Milwaukee or Madison?
Corporate team gatherings at First Roots Farm include a private, hosted flower experience. Teams arrive at a scheduled time, receive orientation, and enter the flower fields to select seasonal blooms and create bouquets together.

How many people can attend a corporate team gathering?
Group size depends on the date, season, and field conditions. Corporate gatherings are best suited for small to mid-size teams traveling from Milwaukee, Madison, Waukesha, Brookfield, and surrounding Southern Wisconsin communities.

Are corporate events structured or flexible?
Corporate gatherings follow a hosted structure while allowing flexibility for teams to move through the flower fields and engage naturally with the experience.

What types of private events can be hosted at First Roots Farm?
Private events work well for birthdays, baby showers, bridal showers, friend gatherings, and small group celebrations that want dedicated time in the flower fields.

What is included in a private event?
Private events typically include exclusive access to the flower fields during your reserved time and a private uPick flower experience. Snips, containers, and guidance are provided.

Are private events timed?
Yes. All private events are scheduled in advance with a defined start and end time to ensure a smooth, well-hosted experience.

Can we bring catering or food to a private event?
Yes. If you are catering your private event, we can help coordinate logistics such as timing and setup within your scheduled event window. All catering plans must be arranged in advance so they align with the flow of the event and the farm setting.

Is alcohol allowed at private events?
No. Alcohol is not permitted at First Roots Farm during private events, uPick events, corporate gatherings, photography sessions, or any scheduled experience.

What is a uPick flower event?
A uPick flower event is a ticketed, hosted experience where guests select seasonal blooms directly from the flower fields and create a bouquet to take home.

Are tools provided at uPick events?
Yes. Snips and a container or basket are provided as part of the uPick experience, along with guidance on proper harvesting.

Can children attend uPick events?
Yes. Children are welcome at designated uPick events. Each attendee must have a ticket, and children must be supervised at all times.

What is a Flower CSA subscription?
A Flower CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) subscription provides weekly bouquets of fresh, farm-grown flowers for members across Oconomowoc, Lake Country, Milwaukee, and Southern Wisconsin.

When does the Flower CSA season run?
The Flower CSA season runs from July through September. We offer 4-week, 8-week, and 12-week options, allowing members to choose the length that fits their schedule.

How many bouquets are included?
CSA members receive one bouquet per week during their selected subscription period.

Where do I pick up my CSA flowers?
Pickup locations and times are selected at signup and include on-farm pickup in Oconomowoc and designated off-site locations.

Do CSA bouquets include flowers grown at First Roots Farm?
Yes. All CSA bouquets are made with seasonal flowers grown and harvested at First Roots Farm.

Do you offer DIY wedding flowers in Wisconsin?
Yes. First Roots Farm offers DIY wedding flowers for couples who want to arrange their own florals using farm-grown flowers. DIY wedding flowers are provided as stems only and picked up from the farm at a scheduled time.

What other wedding flower options are available?
Wedding flower offerings range from full DIY flower pickup to designed florals, including partial design and fully designed and installed wedding florals.

Can couples mix DIY flowers with designed wedding florals?
Yes. Many couples choose a hybrid approach, using DIY flowers for centerpieces while selecting designed florals for personal flowers such as bridal bouquets or boutonnières.

Do you provide delivery and setup for wedding flowers?
Delivery and installation are available for designed florals when included in your selected service level. DIY wedding flowers are pickup-only.

When do couples pick up DIY wedding flowers?
DIY wedding flowers are typically picked up close to the wedding date to ensure freshness. Pickup timing is scheduled in advance.