Upcoming Fruit Picking
Raspberry Picking will begin on or about June 17!
We have a fantastic crop of berries this year! Our farm will open for the 2026 harvest season in late June with red raspberry picking.
Until then, the best way to prepare for the season ahead is to sign up for our text alerts and follow us on social media.
Here’s some information about the crops we grow throughout the summer:
Raspberries
We grow red, golden (yellow), and black raspberries.
Red Raspberries: Available from June through August, with the best picking in late June and early July. We also have a newer field that produced excellent fruit during peach season last year, with strong picking in early August. We expect similar results this year.
Golden Raspberries: A customer favorite! These berries ripen gradually throughout the season, with the best picking in late June. Fans often pick them out quickly on Saturday mornings.
Black Raspberries: Added last season, these berries are available for a short but abundant harvest period of about 10–14 days in late June.
Blueberries
One of our most popular crops! The best picking is typically in mid-July.
Blackberries
We expect a huge crop this year. Picking usually begins around July 10 and continues for about three weeks.
Lavender
Our cut-your-own lavender is available for only one or two weekends, usually between July 4 and July 10.
Peaches
Peach season begins in mid-July. We grow a dozen or more varieties that ripen over an eight-week period. Peach production can be famously unpredictable—some years are abundant, while others are more limited—so watch for in-season updates.
We grow freestone, clingstone, and semi-cling peaches. Clingstone varieties typically ripen first, and by August, most varieties are freestone. We also grow one white-fleshed variety that ripens in mid-August.
Nectarines
We often include nectarines when discussing peach season (after all, a nectarine is simply a fuzz-free peach!). We grow several nectarine varieties that ripen alongside our peaches. In-season picking updates will let you know what varieties are available each week.
Updates available by TEXT!
Please text JOIN to 877-237-5979
Pricing
Berries:
Raspberries are sold by the pint: singles or as a flat of 8. Discounts apply to flats.
2026 prices are TBD.
Please note – every person tall than 36″ must purchase a container before entering the picking areas. Larger containers may be shared.
FAQs
IS THERE BIRTHDAY PARTY OR EVENT SPACE AVAILABLE?
We do not currently allow private parties at the farm.
WHEN IS THE ORCHARD OPEN FOR PICKING?
Summer (June-Aug): Tuesday-Sunday 9-1.
Fall(after Labor Day-10-27) : Tuesday-Sunday, 9-5 – We are open Monday for Columbus Day
ARE YOU OPEN IN THE RAIN?
It depends on the severity of the weather. Call the farmstand or check our announcements on the homepage for up-to-the-minute information.
WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO KEEP UP WITH CHANGES AT PICK-YOUR-OWN?
Sign up for our email newsletter to find out what’s being picked each week. Daily changes and announcements are posted on our website and Facebook, or you can call the store staff at (860) 464-7305.
HOW DOES IT WORK? WHERE DO I START?
Upon arriving on our farm, you will be greeted by our staff who can tell you what crops we are picking, how to identify ripe fruit, and where to go in the orchard. You will purchase picking containers before entering the field. Then simply fill you container and bring home to enjoy!
DO I NEED TO BRING MY OWN CONTAINERS?
We will supply all picking containers. No outside containers will be permitted.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
Our pricing is volume based, but container sizes and prices vary by crop. We offer individual picking containers as well as family pricing in most instances. Maximum group size per picking container may apply.
CAN I BRING MY DOG?
We are animal lovers too, but no pets are allowed in the orchard. We provide a food-safe environment and cannot risk contamination. So unfortunately, dogs are not permitted outside your vehicle. This would violate our GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) certification for health and sanitation on the farm.
DO YOU ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS?
Absolutely. We accept MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express.
CAN I EAT FRUIT WHILE IN THE ORCHARD?
Absolutely no sampling or eating in the field per the CT Department of Agriculture.
HOW SOON BEFORE CLOSING TIME DO I NEED TO ARRIVE?
Please plan on arriving at least 25 minutes before closing time. Allow more time if you are looking to gather a large amount of fruit or a leisurely stay with friends and family.
DO YOU HAVE HAYRIDES?
Yes. We run wagon rides, at no cost, through the orchard on Saturdays and Sundays in September and October.
CAN I SMOKE IN THE ORCHARD?
Holmberg Orchards is a 100% smoke-free environment.
CAN I HAVE MY FAMILY PHOTOS TAKEN IN THE ORCHARD?
We do not allow any professional portrait photography sessions.
