Come and pick 'em folks! Did you know that blueberries are really good for you? The total antioxidant capacity of blueberries is twice that of spinach and 3 times that of oranges. And they can also lower cholesterol! The following is a list of farms that grow pick your own blueberries all over CT. Look at the map to the right to find one in your area. Here's a yummy blueberry slab pie recipe that will feed a crowd and make use of the plethora you are surely to have had fun picking.
Fresh blueberries are in their prime from mid July through August. When picking, select berries that are firm dry, plump, smooth skinned and completely blue, with no hint of red. They're often coated with a light white coating called "bloom" which actually helps prevent deterioration. Water on the fruit accelerates rotting, so don't wash them until you are ready to use them. If you store your freshly picked berries in the refrigerator, unwashed and covered, they should last up to two weeks. Freezing is always a good option too. For raspberries and other fresh picked fruit - check out our Pick Your Own Fruit Farm Guide.
Bishop's Orchards - A family farm for 140 years and 6 generations. Blueberries are available to pick typically from about July 15th through late August. 1355 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT 06437 203 458-PICK
Ellsworth Hill Orchard & Berry Farm, LLC
- Pick blueberries from mid July through September, 7 days. Also, fresh baked pies, and cider donuts. Our own pressed apple cider available for tasting. 461 Cornwall Bridge Road, Sharon, CT 06069. Phone: (860) 364-0025
Evergreen Berry Farm - Uses natural growing practices. Open: mid July thru August: 8 am to 8 pm every day; September: 8 am to noon on Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday; Call ahead for updated picking conditions and berry availability. Children welcome, no pets. Containers provided. Call ahead for picking conditions/berry update. Crops are typically ready as follows: Blueberries - Mid July to Mid-September, Red Raspberries and Blackberries are unavailable this year due to soil renovation. 435 Bassett Road, Watertown, CT 06795. Phone: (860) 274-0825
Grant's Berry Patch - Blueberries are available starting July 1 at 8am, til they're picked out! Payment: cash or check. 188 Mell Road, Lisbon, CT, 06351. Phone: 860-376-5625.
Holmberg Orchards - PYO blueberries begins mid July, but call ahead for specific dates. Farm Market open daily 9 am to 6 pm year-round, featuring our native fruits, vegetables, cider, pies, flowers, plants & seasonal items. 12 Orchard Drive, Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT 06335. Phone: (860) 464-7107
Jones Family Farms - A 400-acre family farm since 1848. Berry picking is at the Valley Farm or Pumpkinseed Hill. Call for the Farmer Jones Crop Line or follow the directional signs when approaching the farm. Route 110 & Walnut Tree Hill Road (266 Israel Hill Road), Shelton, CT 06484. Phone: (203) 929-8425
Litchfield Hills Blueberry Farm LLC - Call ahead for crop information on PYO blueberries. Also available, pre-picked produce, picnic area. Crops are usually available in July, August, September. Open: Tuesday to Friday, 8am to 8pm, Saturday and Sunday, 9am to 4pm, CLOSED MONDAYS. 23 Schrowback Road, Plymouth, CT 06782. Phone: 860-283-9571
Lyman Orchards - Call ahead to their 24 hour hotline for up to the minute information on crops, field conditions, market prices and more. Lyman Orchards is an 1,100 acre farm in central Connecticut, located in the northwest corner of Middlesex County. They even have golf courses on the property! 3 Lyman Rd. Middlefield, CT 06455 860-349-1793
Maple Bank Farm - PYO Blueberries July & August. Summer hours, Wednesday through Sunday from 8am to 5pm. Fresh vegetables picked daily; herbs, flowers, wool yarn, cider, apples. A family farm since 1730. 53 Church Street, Roxbury, CT 06783 (860) 354-7038
Peck's Berry Farm - PYO blueberries. 1 mile west of the center of Morris. Open July through August. 205 West Street, Lakeside, CT 06758 Phone: (860) 567-0546
Roses Berry Farm - Hours are always subject to change depending on weather and conditions. Sunday breakfast is open from 8-1 pm starting June 12. 295 Matson Hill Rd., South Glastonbury, CT 06073 860-633-7467
Ruwet Farm - Farm stand open mid July to October. PYO blueberries, pumpkins. Call for hours and information. 1600 Torringford Street, Torrington, CT 06790 Phone: (860) 489-9580
Starberry Farm - Children welcome. 47 Kielwasser Road, Washington Depot, CT 06794-1119 860.868.2863 Orchards - Call for seasonal hours. Farm Market open daily 9 am to 6 pm year-round, featuring our native fruits, vegetables, cider, pies, flowers, plants & seasonal items. 12 Orchard Drive, Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT 06335. Phone: (860) 464-7107
Maple Lane Farm and Market - PYO Blueberries open 8am-noon, starting in July, 7 days a week. The Farm Market is open 8 am to 6 pm, 7 days.57 N.W. Corner Road, Preston, CT 06365. Phone: (860) 887-8855 (24 hour info). Farm-(860) 889-3766
Scott's Yankee Farmer - Family owned and operated fresh fruit and vegetable farm with over 100 acres cultivated in East Lyme, CT 436 Boston Post Road (Route 1), East Lyme, CT 06333. Phone: (860) 739-5209
Buell's Orchard - Monday – Saturday 8a-noon, Monday and Thursday also open 6-8pm 108 Crystal Pond Road, Eastford, CT 06242. Phone: (860) 974-1150
Horse Listeners Orchards - Tractor-drawn wagon rides, pony rides, honey, roses, maple syrup. 317 Bebbington Road, Ashford, CT 06278. Phone: (860) 870-7301
Quintessential Gardens At Fort Hill Farms - Uses natural growing practices, blueberries, lavender, pre-picked produce, restrooms, farm animals. 260 Quaddick Rd POB 447, Thompson, CT 06277. Phone: 860-923-3439
Tikkanen Berry Farm - Blueberries are clearly his specialty – he has about a dozen varieties, to keep the farm in supply from July into the fall. Open: June-October, Daily from 8am to 5pm; Call ahead just to be sure. 218 Calvin French Road, Sterling, CT, 06377. Ph: 860-774-0177
Woodstock Orchards LLC - PYO blueberries July 8 to September 1. 494 Route 169, Woodstock, CT 06281-0113. Phone: (860) 928-2225
Dondero Orchards, LLC - 529 Woodland Street, South Glastonbury, CT 06073. Phone: (860) 659-0294. Dzen Brothers Farm - Barber Hill Road, South Windsor, CT 06074. Phone: (860) 644-4575. Located on the East Windsor/South Windsor line on Barber Hill Road. We offer PYO and fresh-picked . Farm stand offering produce, plants, & soft serve ice cream.
Easy Pickin's Orchard - Wagon rides. 46 Bailey Road, Enfield, CT 06082. Phone: (860) 763-FARM/763-3276. Open: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:00-12:00 Friday, Saturday and Sunday 9:00 - 5:00 Labor Day & Columbus Day 9:00 - 5:00. Closed Tuesdays. EASY PICKIN'S is a unique farm in a quiet corner of Enfield, Connecticut
Gilson Farm Greenhouses - 57 Wapping Road, Windsorville, CT 06016. Phone: (860) 623-0409. PYO Blueberries: July - August. Blueberries netting covered. Children welcome, call for picking conditions.