2024 Middle Tennessee, Including Nashville Peach U-Pick Farms and Orchards - PickYourOwn.org

Peach U-Pick Orchards in Middle Tennessee, Including Nashville in 2024, by county

Below are the U-Pick orchards and farms for peaches that we know of in this area. Not all areas of any state, nor even every state, have peaches orchards that are open to the public. If you know of any others, please tell us using the add a farm form!

Remember to always check with the farm's own website or Facebook page before you go - or call or email them if they don't have a website or Facebook page. Conditions at the farms and crops can change literally overnight, so if you want to avoid a wasted trip out there - check with the farm directly before you go! If I cannot reach them, I DON'T GO!

PLEASE report closed farms, broken links and incorrect info using the "Report Corrections" form below.

Davidson County

• Further Farms - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, apples, beets, blueberries, lavender, peaches, persimmons, plums, concessions or refreshment stand, porta-potties, picnic area, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, events at your location (call for info)
  4700 Eatons Creek Rd, Nashville, TN 37218. Phone: (615) 838-2882. Email: futhercharlie@gmail.com. Open: 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Saturday. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only.
  Further Farms Facebook page. . Picking updates: Click here for picking updates. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals. (ADDED: January 15, 2022)

Robertson County

• Rabbit Circle - blueberries,strawberries, raspberries, peaches, plums, vegetables
  4769 South Qualls Road, Adams, TN 37010. Phone: (971) 400-6420. Email: BalanceAlaska@gmail.com. Click here for a map and directions. . Pick Your Own and CSA. You pick exactly what you want from our garden every week. It is true that produce tastes best right after it has been picked. We think that you will find that there's no way to get it from our home to your home fresher than to pick it yourself. We invite you and your family to come to pick summer vegetables. No up front cost. Pay as you pick up produce. When you come to pick plan on spending a couple of hours at the farm. We have actives planned for children ages 3-8 to highlight what's available in the garden. We have "chores" for older children and adults that just want to get their hands dirty. Typically annual list is Blueberries, Cantaloupes, Honey Dew, Watermelons, Raspberries, Strawberries, Beans, Beets, Broccoli, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Collards, Corn, Cucumbers, Eggplants, Herbs, Kale, Lettuce, Mustard Greens, Okra, Onions, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Radishes, Spinach, Squash, Winter Squash, Tomatillos, Tomatoes, Turnip Greens, Turnips. (ADDED: June 26, 2018, JBS)
• Red River Farms - blackberries, grapes, peaches, farm market, concessions or refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area you may bring your own food, face painting, farm animals, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties, school tours
  5350 Draper Road, Springfield, TN 37172. Phone: (615) 804-9225. Email: tylernsneed@gmail.com. Open: Monday to Thursday from 8AM to 5PM, Friday 8AM to 4PM, Saturday 8AM to 4PM, closed on Sunday. Directions: . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover.
  Red River Farms Facebook page. . Alternate Phone: (615) 545-7295. . They grow produce such as corn, squash, potatoes, watermelon, cabbage, and more! Their 75 acre farm is a beautiful place for weddings, receptions, class reunions, and other special events. (ADDED: February 18, 2015)
• The Orchard at Cross Plains - apples, blackberries, broccoli, corn (sweet), cucumbers, melons, other berries, peaches, peppers, plums, summer squash, strawberries, tomatoes, porta-potties are available, picnic area, picnic area you may bring your own food, birthday parties, weddings and wedding parties
  6900 Blackberry Lane, Cross Plains, TN 37049. Phone: 615-654-9227. Email: theorchard13@yahoo.com. Open: Monday to Thursday from 8AM to 5PM, Friday 8AM to 4PM, Saturday 8AM to 4PM, closed on Sunday. Directions: i65n left or west on s25 6 mi to orchard sign. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. . Alternate Phone: 615-337-2731. Fax:. . Monday - Saturday 8 am to 4. always call before coming for availability. We offer blackberries (pre-picked and you-pick, mid-June), apples (pre-picked, beginning late July), peaches (pre-picked, July-August), and seasonal vegetables. Spring, Summer and Fall. Picnic areas are available; call for information. Call first for availability. (ADDED May 10, 2008)

Wilson County

• Breeden's Orchard & Country Store - apples, peaches
  631 Beckwith Road, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122. Phone: 615-449-2880. Email: breedensorchard@comcast.net. Open: September to mid-October, Monday- Saturday, 9 am to 6 pm, Sun. Directions: From Nashville, I-40E to Mt. Juliet Road North #226B that takes you to Hwy. 70 \(Lebanon Rd.\) turn right go 2 12 miles to blue highway sign and large banner for peaches in the summer and apples in the Fall, turn right 12 mile on Beckwith Road to Orchard. Only adults only may go in the orchard to pick the peaches. Adults and children may pick their own apples in the Fall. Bus Parking, Pets Allowed on Leash. Payment: Cash, Credit cards, Personal Check, Traveler\'s Checks. A 12-acre working peach and apple orchard In business since 1974. A visitor writes on July 25, 2014: \(positive\) \I was reviewing some of the comments about Breeden\'s Orchard and had to send a comment. I visited the farm on yesterday. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Credit cards, Personal Check, Traveler's Checks. 7242014
• Pratt's Orchard and Garden Center - peaches, Honey from hives on the farm
  4944 Trousdale Ferry Pike, Lebanon, TN 37087. Phone: 615-444-7742. Email: jackprattsorchard@gmail.com. Open: The farm is open Monday to Saturday; Hours are posted on the website; You can also call for more information. Directions: are on the website or you can call! Conveniently located off interstate 40 at exit 245 Linwood Road, 12 mile north to Trousdale Ferry Pike, 1 mile west on the left. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. Pratt's Orchard and Garden Center . are on the website or you can call! Conveniently located off interstate 40 at exit 245 Linwood Road, 1/2 mile north to Trousdale Ferry Pike, 1 mile west on the left. . Crops are usually available in May through September. Presuming the weather holds Peaches can start in late June but generally July and into early August. The ONLY pyo crops now offered are Peaches. (UPDATED: June 08, 2022) (ADDED May 10, 2008)
  Comments from a visitor on March 03, 2011: "We drove from Murfreesboro to Pratt's orchard in Wilson Co., after researching several farms. We chose Pratt's b/c we saw reviews that said it was kid-friendly. Luckily the reviews were right. We went w/our then 2 y.o. last year and will be back again this year for more than the apples. It was a wonderful experience for him. An older gentlemen greeted us when we arrived. He was friendly, told us where we could find certain apples and which ones were good for the types of things we wanted to make. We picked a little red wagon for our son to ride in. We had a wonderful time. He picked a few apples, chased a grasshopper and was thoroughly tuckered out by the time we got back to the car. We took lots of pictures. He loved snacking on those hand-picked apples. They were delicious. Already looking forward to our next trip to the farm!"
  Comments from a visitor on August 08, 2008: "Went to this orchard for the first time to pick peaches and it was great! Everyone was very friendly and the peaches were delicious!"

 

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Peach Picking Tips, Recipes and Information

In the U.S., Peaches typically peak during late June through July in the South, and July and August in the North. In order to produce good local peaches, producers depend on ideal spring and early summer weather conditions, and no late frosts. If you want to know which are the best varieties of peaches for home canning, see this page!

Before you leave to go to the farm:

1. Always call before you go to the farm - Peaches are affected by weather (both rain and cooler temperature) more than most crops. And when they are in season, a large turnout can pick a field clean before noon, so CALL first!
2. Leave early.  On weekends, then fields may be picked clean by NOON!
3. Most growers furnish picking containers designed for peaches, but they may charge you for them; be sure to call before you go to see if you need to bring containers.
   If you use your own containers, remember that heaping Peaches more than 14 inches deep will bruise the fruit on the bottom. Plastic dishpans, metal oven pans with 3 inch tall sides and large pots make good containers.
4. Bring something to drink and a few snacks; you'd be surprised how you can work up a thirst and appetite! And don't forget hats and sunscreen for the sun. Bugs usually aren't a problem, but some deet might be good to bring along if it has been rainy.
5. You might want to ask whether the peaches are! There are two major types of peaches: "Freestone" and. "Clingstone". Freestone peaches and nectarines have flesh that slips easily away from the pit. Clingstones are a REAL pain, because the fruit tenaciously clings to the stone or pit! Most peach varieties grown today are freestone and are usually available (depending upon your location) from June through September. Some nectarines are freestone and some are clingstone. Freestone nectarines are available in June and July. Most plum varieties are clingstone. 

When you get home

1. Spread the fruit out on towels or newspapers and separate any mushy or damaged fruit to use immediately.
2. Put a couple of days supply into the fridge, wash and cut the others and freeze them up!
3. Even under ideal conditions peaches will only keep for a week in a refrigerator, so for best flavor and texture, use them as soon as possible after purchase
4. Now, get ready to make Peach jam or canned peaches - It is VERY easy - especially with our free
    - peach jam instructions - they're illustrated and easy and our page on
    - how to make home canned peaches from fresh!
   - Or see here to freeze peaches instead!
   - make your own home canned peach pie filling to use in the winter
5. Here's a great and easy peach pie recipe
   or peach-blueberry pie  or how about
   - peach salsa?
   - Peach chutney
   - Spiced peaches
   - peach butter
   - Peach honey
   - pickled peaches
   - peach syrup
   - peach juice
6. Here are some great and easy peach desert recipes, like easy peach cobbler.
7. If you want more information about the Giant Peach water tower in Gaffney, SC, click here.

Temporary Storage Tips

• Ripe peaches have a creamy or golden undertone and "peachy-sweet" fragrance.
• Peaches should be refrigerated and used within a few days.
• Putting peaches and nectarines in a loosely closed paper bag at room temperature for a day or two can help soften firm fruit - but they won't become sweeter or ripen further - that stopped when they were removed from th etree.
• For best flavor, allow the fruit to ripen fully on the tree.
• Store at 33�F to 40�F  and high humidity (a vegetable drawer in the fridge).

How to tell if the peaches are ripe!

• Attached to the tree: Peaches are best picked when the fruit separates easily from the twigs. If it is hard to pull off the tree, it isn't ripe! Peaches will not ripen further once removed from the tree (they only "soften")
• Color: Green is definitely unripe, but you can't use red color as an indicator of how ripe a peach is. Different peach varieties have differing amounts of red blush in their natural coloring. Pick them when the ground color changes from green to yellow, orange, red (or a combination). The skin of yellow-fleshed varieties ripens to an orange tint, while the skin of white-fleshed varieties changes from greenish- to yellow-white.
• Softness: unless you like your peaches very firm, pick your peaches with just a little "give" when gently pressed. Peaches at this stage are great for eating, freezing, and baking. Peaches won't ripen very much after picking!
• Odor: It should smell sweet and ripe!

Tips on How to Pick Peaches

A peach is softer than most fruit, so it is important to pick a peach gently, with little pressure. Using the sides of your fingers rather your fingertips helps to avoid bruising.  Grab the peach firmly and pull it straight off the branch. DON'T drop the peach into the basket, but set it in gently!

Marks on the Peachs: Bugs (particularly squash bugs and stink bugs) bite fruit during development and this results in some imperfections in the peach. This is especially the case with organically raised fruit.  These look like dents in the peaches if the peaches were bitten by a bug when they were young. This causes a spot that does not grow properly and makes a wrinkle in the peach. There's nothing wrong with these peaches. They may look funny, but they will taste just as good as blemish-free peaches, and it's better not to have the pesticides!

How much do you need?

Raw measures:

• About 2 medium peaches = 1 cup sliced peaches.
• About 4 medium peaches = 1 cup pureed peach.
• About 3 medium peaches = 1 pound of peaches

Process yields (Raw amounts to processed amounts)

• 2 to 21/2 pounds of fresh peaches yields 1 quart canned
• 1 lb of fresh peaches typically yields 3 cups of peeled, sliced peaches or 2 cups or puree.
• It takes about 5 good sizes peaches or nectarines (or about 10 plums) to fill one quart jar of canned peaches.
• An average of 171/2 pounds of fresh peaches are needed per canner load of 7 quarts;
• An average of 11 pounds is needed per canner load of 9 pints.
• 1 bushel = 48 to 50 pounds, yields approximately 18 to 25 quart jars.

And a visitor contributes this: 6-7 peaches makes about 4 cups puree, so 2-3 peaches make about 2 cups puree. 1 peach equals about 1 cup puree.

Peaches-Average retail price per pound and per cup equivalent

 

Peach pit tips

It's best to remove peach pits before you cook the peaches. Cherry, peach, and apricot pits also contain amygdalin; the latter two, in potentially harmful amounts. Fortunately, peach and apricot pits are sufficiently large and hard that few people intentionally swallow or chew them. (The unapproved anti-cancer drug See this page for more information&URL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cancer.gov/cancerinfo/pdq/cam/laetrile">Laetrile is a semisynthetic derivative of amygdalin; a cheaper version of laetrile produced in Mexico came from crushed apricot pits.) See this page for more information.

 

Other Local Farm Products (Honey, Horses, Milk, Meat, Eggs, Etc.)
(NOT pick-your-own, unless they are also listed above)

• Farm markets and roadside stands
• Local Honey Finder
• Local Meat, Milk and Eggs
• Venues: Farms, Wineries, Orchards for your event, wedding or party
• Easter egg hunts
• Children"s consignment sales
• Fruit and vegetable festivals
• Winery tours and wine tastings
• Horse rides, stables, lessons, trails
• Maple Syrup farms and sugarworks
• Bed & Breakfasts on Farms, Wineries, Ranches and Orchards
• Pumpkin patches
• Corn mazes
• Zombie Paintball venues
• Christmas Tree Farms & lots
• Environmental resources
• Consumer fraud information
• Wholesale food sources
• Resources for Farmers