2024 Augusta area of Georgia Pear U-Pick Farms and Orchards - PickYourOwn.org

Pear U-Pick Orchards in Augusta area of Georgia in 2024, by county

Below are the U-Pick orchards and farms for pears that we know of in this area.

Not all areas of a state have pears 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.

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Jefferson County

• Hickory Hill Vegetable Garden - Minimizes chemical and pesticide use, beans, broad beans, corn (sweet), cucumbers, melons, pears, peas, peppers, persimmons, summer squash, tomatoes, other vegetables,
  1305 Roy Gay Rd, Matthews, GA 30818. Phone: 706-547-7390. Open: UPDATE for 2021, Their website and Facebook page are gone, so I assume they have closed permanently. Directions: We are off highway 1 at the Richmond Jefferson County line, just turn left onto Roy Gay Road \(if southbound or right if northbound\) just follow the double yellow lines, farm will be on the left about one-quarter to one-half mile. you will see a big White house on the left turn in drive just passed house. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. . Alternate Phone: 706-360-0948 If you know anything for sure, please write me, their last reported hours were Our garden is just getting off the ground, we should have some beans ready in about six to eight weeks around the end of April first week of May Our hr's will be every day from 9am till dark; we are planting many varieties of vegetables; Mostly organic we use compost and Kricket Krap for our Gardens we will be using many different types of Flowers for pest control not chemical sprays; We should also have plenty of Tomatoes around the same time as the beans and peas; So come and see our Garden's just a few miles south of Augusta Ga; We are a small family with a big garden we just want to be able to supply some people with some fresh vegetables that aren't full of pesticidesWe are off highway 1 at the Richmond Jefferson County line, just turn left onto Roy Gay Road (if southbound or right if northbound) just follow the double yellow lines, farm will be on the left about one-quarter to one-half mile. you will see a big White house on the left turn in drive just passed housejust call before you come and we will let you know what we have that's ready to pick. We minimize use of pesticides and other chemicals.

Washington County

• Manley Farms - blackberries, pears, pecans, Muscadines, grapes, farm animals
  1047 Jordan Mill Road, Sandersville, GA 31082. Phone: 478-552-7020. Email: myramwatkins@gmail.com. Open: UPDATE for 2021, Call before you go, I see NOTHING on their Facebook page or website about anything to pick at any time of the year. Directions: From Court House in Sandersville, drive towards Sparta GA highway 15. Turn right at red light onto by-pass. Drive about a mile. Turn right onto Jordan Mill Road When you pass an older home on right, turn into next drive way. Brick house in a pecan orchard. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only.
  Manley Farms Facebook page. If you have any information to the contrary, please write me. Saturdays 9 am to 6 pm, Sundays 2 pm to 6 pm (appointment only)Muscadines available in late August and September Crops are usually available in January, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. Here at we raise the Myotonic (fainting) goats, chickens, Great Pyrenees and horses. The farm began in 2004 with Boer goats and has grown to what it is today. From time to time, we have some of our animals and fresh farm eggs to sell. Our goats are CAE, Johnnes and CL tested and have consistently tested negative. Most of our breeding stock are registered with the Myotonic Goat Registry. For more information, contact us or come by for a visit

 

Pear

Pear Picking Tips, Recipes and Information

pears, also known as serviceberries or Juneberries, are delicious and nutritious berries native to North America, mostly in the western Canada and northwestern U.S. . These small blue-purple berries grow on shrubs or small trees and have a unique flavor that is often described as a combination of blueberries, raspberries, and almonds. Here's what you need to know about pears, how to use them, when to harvest them, and how to do it:

Flavor and Uses:

pears have a pleasantly sweet and slightly tart taste, making them a versatile ingredient in various culinary creations. They can be enjoyed fresh, added to fruit salads, used in baked goods such as pies, muffins, and tarts, or even incorporated into jams, jellies, and sauces. pear berries also freeze well. They can be substituted for blueberries in recipes.

If you're looking for great, easy to follow recipes to make jam, jelly, freeze or make pear pie from Saksatoons / Juneberries, see these pages:

• How to make pear jam
• How to freeze pears
• World's best and easiest pear pie
• How to Can pears
• How to make pear jelly
• How to make and can pear syrup
• How to make home-canned pear pie filling to use later
• pear buckle coffee cake: illustrated directions for this great crumb-topping pear coffee cake

Harvesting Season:

The exact timing of pear berry harvest can vary depending on your location and climate, but it generally occurs in the summer months. In most regions, you can expect to start harvesting pears from late June to early August. Keep an eye on the berries as they ripen to determine the best time for harvesting.

Determining Ripeness:

Ripe pear berries are plump, firm, and have a deep purple-blue color. They should come off the plant easily when gently pulled or twisted. Look for berries that have a uniform color and avoid those that are still green or red. Taste a few berries to ensure they have reached the desired sweetness before harvesting the entire crop.

How to pick or harvest:

To harvest pear berries, simply hold the branch beneath the cluster of ripe berries and gently pluck them off with your fingers. It's best to place a container or basket beneath the branch to catch the berries as they fall.

The easiest and fastest way to pick them is hold your bucket under them in one hand and with your other hand, cup a ripe bunch and gently rub them with your fingers.  The ripe berries will drop into your bucket, while the unripe ones will remain attached to the bush.

Be careful not to squeeze or crush the berries while harvesting to maintain their shape and quality.

Handling and Storage:

Handle pear berries with care as they are delicate and can bruise easily. After harvesting, sort through the berries and remove any damaged or overripe ones. Store the freshly picked berries in a shallow container, preferably in a single layer, to prevent crushing and allow for proper airflow. Refrigerate the berries and consume them within a few days for optimal freshness. If you have an abundant harvest, consider freezing the berries for longer-term storage.

• Once picked, don't place the berries, still warm from the sun, in a closed bag or container. Leave the container open so moisture doesn't form in the container.
• Don't wash berries until just before using, to prevent berries from becoming mushy.
• Chill berries soon after picking to increase shelf life. Store your fresh pears in the refrigerator as soon as you get them home, without washing them, in a covered bowl or storage container. If refrigerated, fresh-picked pears will keep 10 to 14 days.
• Freeze berries in freezer containers without washing to keep the skins from toughening.  Place berries one layer deep. Freeze, then pour the frozen berries into freezer containers. Because unwashed pears freeze individually, they can be easily poured from containers in desired amounts. Remember both frozen and fresh berries should be rinsed and drained just before serving. Just before using, wash the berries in cold water.

 

 

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(NOT pick-your-own, unless they are also listed above)

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