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Monroeville, New Jersey 8343
419 Elk Rd, Monroeville, NJ 08343
Wilmington, Delaware 19803
440 Ramsey Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803
Harleysville, Pennsylvania 19438
461 Indian Creek Rd, Harleysville, PA 19438
Pemberton, New Jersey 8068
200 Magnolia Rd, Pemberton, NJ 08068
Chester Springs, Pennsylvania 19425
521 E Uwchlan Ave, Chester Springs, PA 19425
Telford, Pennsylvania 18969
2575 County Line Rd, Telford, PA 18969
West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380
1000 Marshallton Thorndale Rd, West Chester, PA 19380
Hammonton, New Jersey 8037
66 S Myrtle St, Hammonton, NJ 08037
Kennett Square, Pennsylvania 19348
1079 Wawaset Rd, Kennett Square, PA 19348
Doylestown, Pennsylvania 18902
5500 Easton Rd, Doylestown, PA 18902
Perkasie, Pennsylvania 18944
98 Moyer Rd, Perkasie, PA 18944
Pemberton Township, New Jersey 8068
5 Pea Patch Rd, Pemberton Township, NJ 08068
Philadelphia's humid subtropical climate brings hot summers around 87°F and cold winters at 26°F. The Delaware Valley's rich river-bottom soil and rolling Chester County hills create ideal farming conditions. With 200 frost-free days and reliable rainfall, the growing season extends from late April through October.
William Penn's 'Holy Experiment' made Pennsylvania America's early agricultural leader, with Quaker farmers developing innovative techniques. The area fed the Continental Army and later became famous for mushroom farming. Today's farms, many operated by Amish and Mennonite families, maintain traditional methods while serving Philly's thriving food scene.
Asparagus and strawberries arrive in May when the Phillies season heats up. Sweet corn and tomatoes peak in July and August, perfect for authentic hoagies. Apple season starts in September with trips to Lancaster County orchards. The area is famous for unusual crops like pawpaws in early fall and chestnuts before Thanksgiving.
Farms spread across Chester County (45 minutes via US-202), Bucks County (40 minutes via I-95), and Lancaster County (90 minutes via US-30). Weekend traffic on I-76 and I-95 can be heavy. Many Amish farms are closed Sundays. SEPTA regional rail reaches some areas. Morning visits offer cooler weather and better produce selection. Many farms combine well with visits to historic sites.
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