Snapdragon apples ready to be picked (Credit: Monique Singh-Roy)
It’s the unofficial start of fall and one of the best ways to celebrate the changing season is a visit to a local orchard. September and October are all about apples. Many North Fork farms offer a variety of u-pick apples that can be eaten straight from the branch or added to pies.
Here is your 2019 guide to u-pick apples on the North Fork. Note that farmers recommend calling ahead of time to ensure that fields are open.
The u-pick sunflowers are expected to last through September. (Credit: Cyndi Zaweski)
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Mickey Harley of Bhavana Berries. (Credit: Chris Lisinski photos)
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Raspberries for sale at Patty’s Berries and Bunches in Mattituck. (Credit: Vera Chinese)
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