Penn Vermont Fruit Farm

Penn Vermont Fruit Farm at Ottsville grows apples in a way almost nobody else does, and says so bluntly:

"We do not use pesticides or chemical sprays in our orchard, therefore, our natural apples may have spots and not be grocery-store perfect. They are, however, the most delicious, healthy apples you will find anywhere."

What You Can Pick

Apples and blackberries. The picking season runs June through October.

The named varieties are Golden Delicious, Stayman Winesap, Jonagold, Empire, Melrose, Ida Red, Keepsake, Royal Court, Crispin, Honeycrisp, Fuji and, in late October, Rome.

What You Cannot Pick

Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and peaches are not pick-your-own here. They are grown and sold, not picked.

Good to Know

There is no website, only a Facebook page. Phone 215-795-2475.

Pro tip: a spray-free orchard means spotted skins and real flavour, and Keepsake and Melrose are two of the best-keeping apples ever bred. This is an orchard for people who care what the apple tastes like in January.