Pick your own strawberries FAQs

  • April 22nd!! It depends on the weather, but we typically open around mid-April. Strawberries start blooming in March, and about six weeks later, the first berries ripen. Sign up for our email list to be the first to know when picking begins!

  • Again, weather plays a big role, but we typically have strawberries from mid-April through the end of May.

  • This year we are growing fronteras and ruby june.

  • Yes! If you bring your own container, we’ll tare (weigh) it before you start picking., unless it’s the same style and size as our basket.

    We also provide 1-gallon white plastic baskets ($1 each, holds about 5 lbs of strawberries).

  • We are applying a credit care processing fee this year. Bring cash to avoid the fee. A gallon basket of berries is $20. Buy a basket to use for $1 or bring your own to use for no charge. Berries cost $4.50 a lb if not using a standard gallon size busket.

    We accept:

    ✔️ Cash

    ✔️ Credit/Debit Cards

    ✔️ Apple Pay & Google Pay

    ✔️ Venmo

    ✔️ Checks

  • Yes! We have a portable toilet and a handwashing station for your convenience.

  • Possibly! We may have limited amounts of pre-picked berries and other produce available for sale.

  • Yes, sometimes we will have to change to be weather dependent. Please check Facebook and Instagram and our title bar on the website for any changes that may arise.

  • We recommend bringing:

    ✔️ Sunscreen & a hat – The strawberry fields can get hot!

    ✔️ Comfortable shoes – You’ll be walking on uneven ground.

    ✔️ A water bottle – Stay hydrated while picking.

    ✔️ A cooler – If you have a long drive home, a cooler helps keep your berries fresh.

  • Strawberry picking is weather-dependent. If it rains heavily or conditions are unsafe, we may have to close. Check our website, email updates, or social media for real-time weather updates.

  • To keep your strawberries fresh:

    1️⃣ Do NOT wash them until you’re ready to eat – Moisture speeds up spoilage.

    2️⃣ Refrigerate them in a breathable container – Store in a shallow bowl or open container lined with paper towels.

    3️⃣ Eat or freeze within a few days – Fresh-picked berries taste best within 2-3 days. If you can’t eat them all, freeze them for later!

  • We allow casual family photos, but professional photography sessions (engagement, maternity, senior portraits, etc.) require prior approval and may have a separate fee. Contact us for details.

  • Yes! While strawberries are the main attraction, we also grow other seasonal fruits and vegetables. Availability changes throughout the season, so check our website or and sign up for our email list to find out what’s ripe for picking.

  • If you’re interested in a school field trip or private group visit, please contact us for details. david@heeksfarm.com

  • We ask that you wait until checkout before eating the berries. This helps us accurately weigh your harvest and keep the farm clean.