The folks at Harvest Time in Brentwood have announced that this weekend will be OPENING WEEKEND for many of its Cherry Orchards.
From now until early June, cherry season is in full swing with farms opening new lots every week as new cherry varieties become available. This week, they are introducing three cherry varieties:
- Tioga Cherry: This variety offers a sweet crunch, dark flesh and a tangy finish. It’s moderate to large size makes it great for snacking.
- Coral Cherry: Loved by many, the coral variety is sweet and juicy with “pop” at the first bite. Corals are generously large making every bite satisfying.
- Black Pearl Cherry: This variety is a deep burgundy in color. With their sweet flavor and moderate firmness, this variety is perfect for snacking or baking.
Here is a list of OPEN Cherry Farms this week:
- #25 Cherry Time
- #40 Diablo Cherries
- #27 (Suzuki) Dwelley Family Farms (ORGANIC)
- #51 G&S Farms – Dixon
- #5 Maggiore Cherry Ranch
- #11 Nunn Better Farms
- #20 The Cherry Pit
- #55 Three Nunns Farms
- #54 Vornhagen Farm
But don’t stop at cherries! Visit the largest u-pick mulberry farm on the West Coast at Very Mulberry farm. Unlike other berries, mulberries are pure sweetness with a rich jammy flavor with no tartness.
And for those who prefer strawberries, pluck them right from the patch-perfect for little ones with their low-to-the-ground rows.
There’s more! Early varieties of peaches and blackberries are also available for picking at select farms.
- #62 Airaya Farms (White Peaches and crisp White Nectarines)
- #34 Pease Ranch
Celebrate Moms this weekend and give Mom the gift of sweet and fresh fruit straight from our farms
A Few Important Tips
We want you to have the best experience when you visit, so please read the tips and follow the recommendations.
- Check our website: Check the Farm status at https://harvestforyou.com/interactive-map/ to help you plan your trip. Our “Interactive Map” displays farms that are OPEN at the time you are viewing the map. Each farm can set their farm status to OPEN or CLOSE, and is displayed on the map in real-time, so please check this map OFTEN. The “All Harvest Time Farms” map will show all Harvest Time farms for visitors that like to plan their visit.
- Check Brentwood’s weather before leaving home: Brentwood’s temperatures range from 5-20 degrees warmer than other parts of the Bay Area, so please dress accordingly. Check Brentwood’s weather HERE.
- Dress Appropriately: Remember, you are visiting farms. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for outdoor activities. Opt for breathable fabrics, a hat, and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun. (Open-toe shoes or heels are not recommended)
- Stay Hydrated: Bring water to stay hydrated throughout your picking excursion, especially during hot days.
- Bring a cooler: It’s always a good idea to bring a cooler to maintain the fruit’s freshness.
- Photo Op: Enjoy the beauty of our area! Our natural surroundings offer the perfect photo opportunity and don’t forget to tag us on all your social media posts! Use @harvestforyou & @upickcapital on Instagram and Facebook.