Best Orchard Waterbury Near Me

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Ship our famous apples, pears and apple cider donuts to a loved one

At Rogers Orchards we understand that farmers need to be responsible stewards of the land. For this reason, we practice IPM (Integrated Pest Management) and are certified Eco Apple & Eco Peach growers. Additionally, we provide many grocery stores in the state with the fresh, local fruit, giving Connecticut residents the opportunity to make the responsible --- and delicious --- decision to eat local. Find our products at a Whole Foods, Trader Joes, Stop & Shop or ShopRite and Geissler's near you, or visit one of our two retail locations in Southington.

Chauncey Merriman, an early settler of Southington and a veteran of the Revolutionary War, purchases a farm from Ebenezer Evans on the southern end of Shuttle Meadow Lake. They begin to farm the land that is now known as Rogers Orchards.

Anson Merriman and wife Jerusha take a risk by planting 1,000 Baldwin apple trees, knowing nothing of their market value. Anson also plants an acre of cucumbers, intending to start a pickle business. His efforts earn him the nickname "Old Pickles".

Josiah and his wife Anna maintain what at the time was the largest apple orchard in the state. A leading horticulturist, Josiah served as President of the Connecticut Pomological Society. His daughter Sarah would marry Elijah Rogers, giving the farm it's current namesake.

Elijah and Sarah Rogers dare to plant 7,000 peach trees, one of the first farmers in Connecticut to grow peaches on such a scale. Elijah served in the General Assembly in 1907 and United States Senate in 1921, where he was made chairman of the committee on agricuture.

4worldlovers: Open Columbus Day Monday Oct. 9th from 9 AM to 5 PM both pick your own and farm stand

Varieties available: Honeycrisp, Macoun, McIntosh, Gala, Cortland, Pink Pearl, Firecracker, Autumn Crisp, Pink Luster, Cortland, Cox Orange Pippin, Rosalee, Crimson Crisp, Cordera, Wickson, Ashmead’s Kernel, Esopus Spitzenburg, Empire, Fuji, Jonagold, Pink Lady, Golden Delicious, Hudson Golden Gem

Pick your own: Friday, 10 AM - 5 PM Sat. & and Sun, 11 AM - 5 PM

Hay wagon rides to and from the orchard are available on Saturdays and Sundays only. Wagon rides will be unavailabe on Fridays and in times of inclement weather. Customers are welcome to walk up to the orchard when wagon rides are not available. It’s about a 7 minute walk. Visit the pick your own tab for additional details

4worldlovers: (a few imperfections, nothing a knife won't cure, perfect for cooking or out of hand eating)

Call for a reservation if you have a group larger than 5 people.

Pick as many as you want, however there is a $22.50 minimum charge per group or family of up to 2 adults and 2 children. The $22.50 minimum charge is for

10lbs of apples (equivalent to a 1 peck bag).Weight over 10 lbs. will be charged at $2.25 per lb.

4worldlovers: Bishop’s Orchards Creamery features delicious flavors, sundaes, ice cream sandwiches and our specialty… the Bishop’s Blitz!!! Delicious and fun flavors for everyone include Sea Salt Caramel, Moose Tracks, Fly Fishing Fudge and Black Raspberry!! Specialty flavors for dietary needs are also available!

NEW! We have recently added our most popular items to a new, online ordering platform. Using this new ordering system, you can pre-order groceries for curbside pickup. No need to get out of your car! Additional items are added on a regular basis and we look forward to serving you both onsite and online in the seasons ahead.

Whether it be pick your own or evenings at the NEW Little Red Barn, we provide year round and seasonal events that bring you out to the farm. Enjoy the best we have to offer from agritainment, wines, hard cider and picked by you fruit. There is farm, family fun for all ages to keep coming back for more!

The Bishop family represents the fine tradition of growing and selling the finest quality native fruits and vegetables. We have everything for your cost-conscious meals and family gatherings, from wines, soups, salads, vegetables and fruits to prepared foods, including trays of our most popular dishes! Don’t forget cider, meats and of course pies! Our Farm Market, Winery and Bakery is open year-round and conveniently located in Guilford, CT near exit 57 of I-95 (get directions). Treat friends and family to our variety of farm gifts and our selection of fruit baskets. Come see our llamas, alpacas, and goats too!