Strawberries
With the season typically lasting 6-8 weeks (Mid-April through early June), take full advantage of them while they're available! Things change quickly with weather and availability, so please always check social media for updates before heading our way.
We are mostly a you-pick operation. Sometimes we do have pre-picked available, but our primary focus is you-pick. So watch for our schedule and plan to come pick-your-own!
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YOU-PICK:
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On certain days we do allow you to come pick-your-own!
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We provide the bucket, and you get to take it home. Bring your bucket back for a $1 off discount.
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We accept cash and card when open for you-pick. (3% fee added to all card transactions to cover fees)
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Cost: $4 per pound. Charged by weight, so you're just paying for what you pick! A full basket will cost in the ballpark of $20
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PRE-PICKED:
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When we have pre-picked available, they are sold on our roadside honor-system stand. If berries are out there, the stand is "open"
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Please leave exact cash in the lockbox or use the QR code to pay with a card. (3% fee added to card transactions to cover fees)
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Cost: $22 Pre-Picked Gallons and $13 Pre-Picked Half Gallons
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No dogs allowed during strawberry season, for food-safety!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you require reservations for you-pick?
No, we do not take reservations. Berry picking is available on a first-come-first-serve basis, as we have berries available. You-pick dates and hours are posted on social media as the season progresses, based on weather and availability.
Do I need to bring a bucket to pick in?
Nope, we've got you covered with reusable Cherry Place Farm buckets you get to take with you.
Why do your hours and days open change week-to-week?
It is extremely difficult to anticipate how quickly the berries will ripen. Weather plays a huge part in this, as does how busy we are day-to-day. We would rather have wacky hours and plenty of berries, than a set schedule and slim pickings in order to ensure there are enough berries to provide you a pleasant picking experience. The best way to monitor our hours is Facebook or Instagram... we always always recommend you check social media before you head our way!
Do you sell pre-picked berries?
Our primary focus is you-pick. But from time-to-time you can find the berries on our roadside stand at 1950 Oakdale Road. This stand runs on the honor system, meaning you serve yourself and leave cash in the dropbox! No card payments available at the honor system stand... cash only. We do our best to keep pre-picked on the stand, but please remember... it can take a few days between pickings for more berries to ripen, weather affects what is available to pick as well as our ability to be in the fields, and on you-pick days we are less likely to have pre-picked available since you can pick-your-own.
Do you take cash or card?
Pre-Picked on the Roadside Stand: The roadside stand operates on the honor system. Please bring exact cash to leave in the lockbox (no change available) or use the QR code to pay with a card. (3% surcharge is added to card transactions to cover the fees).
You-Pick Days: We accept both cash and card payments. There is a 3% surcharge added to all credit card transactions to cover service fees.
How do I pick strawberries?
The key is finding a fully ripe berry. Unlike bananas that will further ripen once picked, strawberries will not ripen any more once picked from the vine. Gently comb through the plant to find ripe berries hiding under the leaves. Then gently pull on the berry to simply snap the vine.
Is there anything else to do at the farm?
Yes, when you come to pick strawberries you may also visit with our farm animals (chickens, goats, sheep, donkey, and cows (if they feel like visiting and come to the fence). You are welcome to bring any old or stale bread, crackers, cereal, fruits, or veggies to feed the critters.
Do you have anything else for sale?
Yes. We have t-shirts, hats, and canned goods (salsa, jam, and syrup, made from our tomatoes and strawberries).