FAQs
How long has the farm been open to the public?
This fall is the fourth year Hill Creek Farms has been in operation.
Is membership required?
No, Hill Creek Farms is open to the public.
What is the cost of three trees?
Sets of three trees (one of each variety, growing side-by-side) are available for $225.
The Fruits of Your Labor
Hill Creek Farms began with three varieties of apples, all on dwarfing rootstock. These three varieties still make up the largest part of our orchard, but we are planting others as well and will have 12 varieties growing in our orchard in the future.
We've picked fruit that has different flavor and texture qualities as well as different harvesting months. We enjoy two full months of apple picking every fall.
Cameo
Cameo was discovered by Darrel Caudle as a single, lone tree growing in an orchard full of Red Delicious apples nearly twenty years ago. Today it is one of the most sought-after apple variety. Harvested in October, this lovely apple displays multiple colors and holds its shape well when cooked. This makes it an excellent choice for both pies and sauces. Slow to brown once it has been sliced, Cameo is the ideal compliment to a fruit or fresh green salad. Cameo has a firm texture and a savory sweet-tart snap which is perfect for fresh eating.
Jonagold De Coster
Jonagold apples are bicolored, with an attractive red blush over a yellow background. Our apples, a strain selected by Henry De Coster, a prominent horticulturist from Belgium, is among the most popular in Europe. Our Jonagolds are characterized by excellent dessert and processing qualities, and do not compromise the flavor of the original Jonagold selection.
Autumn Rose Fuji
The Autumn Rose Fuji is a chance alteration in the standard Fuji that appeared spontaneously on a branch of the standard tree. It grows more reliably than the standard, while having the same outstanding flavor and color qualities. The fruit is large, very firm and colors with a prominent red stripe over a yellow background. Autumn Rose has a sweet and juicy flavor, a crisp texture and is ready to harvest in late October.
Fall 2011 Hours:
Join us to buy from the store. We also have a great pumpkin selection.
The farm is open six days a week:
- Tuesday to Sunday: 9:00am through 5:00pm
Contact Us
Phone: 1-856-223-0028