DON'T MISS OUR NEXT EVENT!!
PICK-YOUR-OWN PUMPKINS
THIS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17th from 9AM-4PM
Huge selection of carving pumpkins!!
Limited selection of other varieties
Things to know before you go!
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Since you will be cutting pumpkins in a real pumpkin patch, it’s a good idea to wear sensible shoes that you don’t mind getting a little dirty!
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Pumpkin vines and stems have tiny thorns on them, so long pants and gloves are a must! We will provide gloves but if you have a pair you like, bring them!
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We will have some snips and wagons available to use for your pumpkin haul ... BUT depending on the turnout, we sometimes run out of these so if you want to skip the wait, bring your own!
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Pumpkins straight out of the field are often muddy, so a sheet or trash bags to line your trunk are also a good idea
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
about PYO PUMPKINS:
Q: Will you be open on other days for picking?
A: No, sorry! We primarily sell our pumpkins wholesale, but we are exploring the PYO market with a few limited dates for the public to join us in the field :)
Q: How much do the pumpkins cost?
A: Our pumpkins are priced very competitively, at near wholesale prices, since you are doing most of the work yourself by coming out to pick! You can click on the pdf to the left to see a complete listing of our varieties and approximate prices. The prices are based on the size of the pumpkins, so you may see a range of prices for some varieties. Final prices will be determined when you check out.
Q: Is there anything else for sale at the event?
A: Yes! There will be a selection of homemade baked goods, hot drinks, and hot dogs available! Proceeds from these items benefit the young entrepreneurs who made them and will be selling them at the event :)
Q: Do you sell straw bales, mums, or cornshocks?
A: No, not currently, but there are numerous farmstands within a few miles of us where you can stock up on those items! Try Clearview Farm at 713 Breneman Rd, Manheim PA for a nice selection of mums
Q: What do you mean when you say "limited selection of other varieties"?
A: We grow over 20 varieties of pumpkins, but since it is getting late in our season we have picked through most of the varieties at this point besides our carving or 'face' pumpkins. That being said, if you look hard enough you can usually find one or two that we missed! If you came to our earlier event, you will notice that there are not quite as many stacking pumpkins, warties, round whites, etc as there were when you came the first time because we have been hard at work between then and now.
OUR FRESH PRODUCE
PUMPKINS - We did not set up our stand this year but we can take orders for bins or bushels of select pumpkins. We also will have one pick your own day this year!
NECTARINES
Easternglo - a yellow-fleshed, freestone nectarine ripening in mid july. Limited availability.
Summer Beaut - a yellow-fleshed nectarine ripening a few days after redhaven. These are located near the top of our orchard, so if you're interested be sure to ask where to find them when you check in!
PEACHES
Varieties: Redhaven, Sunhigh, Loring, Madison, Cresthaven
White Peaches: White Lady and Sugar Giant
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW DO I ENTER THE ORCHARD?
Please use the entrance on Hossler Rd. Take the field lane across from the farmhouse located at 1375 Hossler Rd and head up the hill. You'll find someone at the shed in the middle of the orchard who can tell you where to pick.
DO YOU TAKE CHECK OR CREDIT CARD?
We do accept checks and all major credit cards (with a 3.5% convenience fee). We also take venmo with a $1.00 convenience fee.
DO I NEED TO BRING MY OWN CONTAINERS?
We prefer that you pick into our containers so we have a tare weight, but many customers like to bring their own boxes to take their fruit home. Paper bags are also provided free of charge if you don't have a box!
HOW SHOULD I STORE MY PEACHES?
If the peaches aren't quite ready to eat, we recommend laying your peaches out flat on the counter or on newspaper.
HOW SHOULD I DRESS AND WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
Closed toed shoes are preferred, as there are occasional stray sticks and thistles in the orchard, although we do our best to keep a clean house! Bring plenty of water to drink, and if you have a wagon or cart you want to use to haul your full baskets from the orchard to the checkout, please bring it along. We have a few wagons but during busy times one may not be available. It's also a great idea to bring boxes or reusable bags to take your fruit home in.
WHAT IF I (OR MY LOVED ONE) DOESN'T GET AROUND WELL BUT STILL WANTS TO COME?
Let us know when you arrive if walking is difficult, and we will do our best to send you to an area where you can get close to the trees with your car for easy picking. We also try to have some prepicked fruit available if you are unable to pick yourself, but please call ahead or email us if you are looking for a half bushel or more of prepicked fruit.
DO YOU SELL PREPICKED PEACHES?
We typically try to have prepicked peaches in quarts if you are looking for just a few to eat, but if you are looking for large quantities (a half bushel or more) it's best to call or email us ahead of time so we can ensure we have it ready for you.
ABOUT US
Blossom Valley Orchards is a 6th generation farm operated by Justin and Hillary Albert, with lots of help from Hillary's parents, Joe and Beulah Snavely. There are about 1,200 peach and nectarine trees in our orchard that provide loads of fresh fruit in the summer time! We are so grateful that you support a local small farm like us!
We’d love for you to take part in the Blossom Valley Orchards experience. For more information, get in touch!
FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US WITH ANY QUESTIONS!
1375 Hossler Road
Manheim, PA 17545
717-665-6602
