Springtime is here, which means it's time to talk about our favorite places to pick fresh fruit! Suburban Houston is lucky to have plenty farms outside the city to get your fruit-and-veggie-picking fix! The icy winter storm set things back a few weeks for some farms, but April's here and things are bouncing back!
Harvesting fresh edibles is a healthy outdoor family activity that can encourage kids to learn about how the foods we eat gets from the farm to our table. But more than anything, it's a WHOLE lotta fun!
To ensure a great visit at the farm (and keep your little pickers happy), watch your weather. Early in the morning before the heat hits or on a cloudy or rainy day are great times to pick; otherwise prepare for sun, humidity and heat. If your day will be sunny, bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of drinks. Fields are often sandy or muddy so play shoes or easily cleanable shoes are a good idea. Check accepted payment methods before you go - some farms only take cash or check. U-pick farms also generally have sporadic days and times that they are open for picking. Please call farms ahead or check Facebook for hours and what's in season before loading up the car.
Atkinson Farms
3217 Spring Cypress Rd.
Spring, TX 77388
832-381-8202
What to pick: strawberries
When to pick: March-October
Blakelock's Berries
15761 FM 3083
Grangerland, TX 77302
What to pick: blackberries
When to pick: May-June
Chmielewski's Blueberry Farm
23810 Bauer Hockley Rd.
Hockley, TX 77447
281-304-0554
What to pick: blueberries
When to pick: May-July
The Good Stuff TX
115 Marion Lane
New Waverly, TX 77358
936-444-5209
What to pick: fresh-cut flowers
When to pick: May - November
Jollisant Family Farms
11351 County Rd. 203
Plantersville, TX 77363
936-894-2766
What to pick: Strawberries, Blueberries, Pumpkins, Carrots, Kale, Swiss Chard, Cabbage, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Arugula, Beets, Turnips, Collard Greens, Spinach, Lettuce, Asparagus, Tomatoes, Peas, Squash, Zucchini, Green Beans, Cucumbers, Lavender, Flowers, Corn, Red Potatoes, Onions, Okra, Peppers, Basil, Dill, Gourmet Garlic, Watermelon, Cantaloupe, Blackberries
When to pick: Beginning late winter / early spring for strawberries; For other crops, depends on month (call ahead!)
Moorhead's Blueberry Farm
19531 Moorhead Rd.
Conroe, TX 77302
281-572-1265
What to pick: blueberries
When to pick: June-July
Neal's Berry Farm & Farmer's Market
21104 Binford Rd.
Waller, TX 77484
281-572-1265
What to pick: blackberries, orchard fruits, vegetables
When to pick: Beginning late April or early May
P-6
9963 Poole's Road
Montgomery, Texas 77356
936-597-6062
What to pick: Blackberries (May-July), Strawberries
The Sanctuary Blueberry Farm
18430 Kinkaid Rd W
Montgomery, TX 77316
832-510-6207
https://www.sanctuaryblueberryfarm.com/
What to pick: blueberries
When to pick: May-July
