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Washington Depot, Connecticut 6794
250 Calhoun St, Washington Depot, CT 06794
Harwinton, Connecticut 6791
195 Mansfield Rd, Harwinton, CT 06791
Hebron, Connecticut 6248
211 East St, Hebron, CT 06248
Shelton, Connecticut 6484
278 Leavenworth Rd, Shelton, CT 06484
Wallingford, Connecticut 6492
945 E Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492
Oxford, Connecticut 6478
124 Moose Hill Rd, Oxford, CT 06478
South Glastonbury, Connecticut 6073
483 Matson Hill Rd, South Glastonbury, CT 06073
Guilford, Connecticut 6437
448-518 New England Rd, Guilford, CT 06437
Guilford, Connecticut 6437
1355 Boston Post Rd, Guilford, CT 06437
Wallingford, Connecticut 6492
Farm Stand is open for the Season, 141 Blue Hills Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492
Bethel, Connecticut 6801
125 Plumtrees Rd, Bethel, CT 06801
Manchester, Connecticut 6040
209 Hillstown Rd #6308, Manchester, CT 06040
Connecticut farming started with Puritan settlers in the 1600s who planted apple orchards that still grow today. The state's small size meant farmers had to be creative, growing many different crops on small farms. Connecticut became famous for growing tobacco in the Connecticut River Valley, with special barns to dry the leaves. Today, Connecticut farms focus on apples, berries, and vegetables for local communities.
Connecticut has rolling hills and valleys with rich soil left behind by ancient glaciers. The Connecticut River Valley has the most fertile soil and warmest weather in the state. Coastal areas stay milder in winter and cooler in summer because of the ocean. The western hills are perfect for apple orchards and maple syrup production.
Connecticut apples are ready to pick from September through October, with many old varieties you can't find in stores. Strawberries ripen in June and July and are perfect for making jam or eating fresh. You can pick blueberries in July and August when they're sweet and perfect for pies. Many farms also grow pumpkins that are ready for Halloween picking in October.
Fall is the best time to visit Connecticut farms when apples are ripe and the leaves are changing colors. The weather is usually perfect in September and October for spending time outdoors. Many farms offer hayrides, corn mazes, and other fun activities for families. Connecticut farms are usually small and family-owned, so you can often meet the farmers and learn about their history.
June-July for berries, September-October for apples
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