Birnam Orchards
FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
At Birnam Orchards, we are dedicated to providing our customers with variety. We have planted many new fruits and vegetables over the years, and continue to test new types of produce each year. Our market strives to offer the tastiest varieties of fruits and vegetables to our patrons.
Please browse through the list of our produce below (sorted alphabetically). This list is updated regularly based on what is for sale at our market, but we advise you to call ahead if you are making a special trip or if you are interested in large quantities. We are happy to receive feedback on any of our produce, and we welcome suggestions regarding what you would like to see in the coming seasons.
What's Growing at Birnam Orchards
APPLES
Availability varies by variety. Apples are what started it all for Birnam Orchards. As our most abundant crop, we harvest 23 varieties of apples spread over 140 acres each year. For more information about availability and different varieties, please visit our Apples page.
PEACHES
Available mid August. We grow several different freestone varieties including Red Haven, Loring, and Coral Star. Each variety differs slightly in taste and texture, but virtually all types are great for eating, canning, baking, or cooking.
PUMPKINS & GOURDS
Available mid-September. Birnam Orchards offers a wide variety of different pumpkins and gourds to decorate your home. Pumpkin and gourd varieties vary in size, shape, and colour. We also sell pie pumpkins, perfect for seasonal treats.
SQUASH
Available early September. Squash are very nutritious and extremely easy to prepare. We currently grow several types of squash including acorn, butternut, buttercup, spaghetti, blue hubbard, golden delicious, and sweet potato.
SWEET CORN
Available mid August. Our sweet corn is hand-picked daily to provide the highest quality cobs for our customers. We have many varieties of sweet corn for sale throughout the season. Most varieties are variations of the succulent Peaches and Cream variety, and are usually available most of September. Sold by the dozen or half-dozen, we welcome orders of all quantities.