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FAQS
Pick your own
Q: Should I bring my own bag?
We will provide picking bags for you if you don't have one or you decide you would like to pick more.If you would like to bring your own container thats great! However, please use a container that has a stiff or hard bottom so it sits on our scales nicely. (EXAMPLE: Reusuable grocery bag or moisture resistant cardboard box)
Q: Do I need to keep the different varieties separate?
A: Only if you are picking Honeycrisp. That is the only higher priced pick-your-own apple. All we ask that you do your best to keep it separate (rows will be marked with signs). Otherwise all other varieties can be mixed and matched. Please check with the front register for availability and where to pick
Q: How will I know where to pick?
A: We place variety signs at the ends if the rows. However, not every row will be marked or signs will be pulled mid season for various reasons. It should also be noted that this orchard has been around for a long time and there may be an odd tree here and there. Please pay attention to where and what you are picking. You are responsible for what you pick.
If you are looking for something specific, PLEASE ASK, someone at the main building will be happy to direct you as best we can.
Q: How will i know what is ripe/ ready to pick?
A: We keep a list of what is ready on a white board in the main store when you walk in OR right here on the homepage of this website.The list however, is more of a suggestion. Tastes vary and some prefer there apples on the tart or overripe side. If you are picking your own, we encourage you to sample as much as you'd like while you're out there (don't come back hungry 🤤 ).
Q: CAN I TAKE MY CAR OUT INTO THE ORCHARD
A: Yes. Please leave enough for other vehicles to get by including the Wagon/Tractor. You are also welcome to walk out to the orchard or take the free wagon rides which are available starting in September to October (Weekends Only).
Chrysanthemum (Mum) Care (according to the internet)
light
>Requires at least 6 hours of light>Will take full sun but will require more watering
>Does best in part shade
water
>Generally requires water every day, especially when hot.
>Water in the morning and check in the afternoon to see if it needs more water.
>Prefers well draining soil
>Mums that are planted in the ground or garden should be watered daily until established. Once established, once to twice a week is acceptable.
Fertilization
>Should be done regularly (one to 3 times per week) for non-flowering mums
>Once blossoms appear, fertilizer is no longer required (some fertilizer is OK)
>General purpose or “miracle grow” is perfectly fine
Bloom time
>Once in bloom, blossoms generally last 4 to 8 weeks (4 weeks average)
>Requires deadheading to last longer
>Blooms brought on by shorter days and colder weather.
Getting mums to “come back”
★Place in straw or mulch around plant to insulate roots★ -Roots need to freeze, but not get too cold>Leave it to die back naturally
>Stop watering when temps dip below 20º
>In spring, remove mulch and clean up dead foliage -you should be able to see new growth if your mum
came back. The dead plant material should easily come away from
the new growth.
>Some varieties are hardier than others and most won’t come back
Fun facts
>Like many perennials, they can be divided every 3 to 4 years in spring>Very resistant to animals such as deer and rabbits
Preserving a Pumpkin
Most important
1.Pick a healthy pumpkin >Should have minimal to no scars or cuts >Should be a healthy Orange color, not too yellow or green (unless its supposed to be like that2. Avoid carving >A carved pumpkin will only last about a week before going bad
Methods for preserving:
Soak in bleach >1 to 2 tablespoons of bleach to 1 gallon of water >Soak 1 hour to overnight >Spray with light bleach water after, every few days OR >Peppermint & Dish soap (Castile soap/ Peppermint essential oil) >1 to 2 teaspoons of solution to 1 quart of water >Spray with spray bottle !Keep out of rain or direct sunlight/ heat!
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