Knapton's Raspberries, Pumpkins and Orchard
Greenfield, MN Β· about 24 mi from Twin Cities
At a glance
- Address
- 55 and Lake Sarah Heights Drive, Greenfield, MN 55373
- Activities
- π Pumpkinsπ Applesπ Berries
- Phone
- (763) 479-1184
- Website
- knaptons.org/directions.html
- Typical season
- Sep to Oct (pumpkins, varies by farm)
- Nearest city we cover
- Twin Cities, about 24 miles
- Listing updated
- Feb 2024
- Contact details from
- USDA Local Food Directories
- County
- Hennepin County, MN
- Hardiness zone
- USDA zone 4b
- Source
- USDA Local Food Directories
Picking weather
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Weather only. It does not tell you whether the farm is open, so check hours with the farm.
Make a day of it
- Public restroom 1.9 mi
- Playground 1.3 mi
- Picnic area 3.7 mi
- Gas station 1.8 mi
- EV charger 3.9 mi
- 6 places to eat within 5 mi Choo Choo Restaurant, Detour 19, The Brother's Eatery
Farmers markets nearby
- Rockford Farmers' Market Rockford Β· 3.4 mi
- Maple Plain Udder Market Maple Plain Β· 4.3 mi
- Delano Farmers' Market Delano Β· 5.3 mi
CSA farm shares nearby
- Riverbend Farm 8.7 mi
- Gale Woods Farm 10.2 mi
- Trumpeter Swan Farm 12 mi
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Nearby places from OpenStreetMap (straight-line distance). Markets and CSAs from the USDA Local Food Directories.
Weather here in a typical year
Nov here: highs around 41Β°F, lows around 24Β°F, 9.4 hours of daylight.
- π± Last spring frostApr 30
- π First fall frostOct 8
- βοΈ Frost-free season159 days
- π§ Hardiness zone4b
NOAA 1991-2020 Climate Normals, Delano, MN station (5.4 mi); USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map 2023 (USDA-ARS, Oregon State University PRISM). Averages, not a forecast. Crops ripen earlier after warm springs.
What you can pick here
Typical US ranges from extension service crop calendars, not this farm's own dates. Seasons shift by region and weather, so check with the farm.
Before you go
- Check that it is open. Look at the farm website: hours and crops change with the weather.
- Bring cash and a card. Some farms take only one.
- Water, sun protection and closed-toe shoes.
- Boots that can get muddy
- A wagon or sturdy bag for heavy pumpkins, if allowed
- Hand wipes
- A bag or box for the ride home, if the farm allows your own
- Comfortable shoes for orchard rows
- Containers only if the farm allows them (some weigh yours first)
- Ask about pets before you bring a dog.
More tips: your first u-pick visit.
How to pick like a pro
- Is it ripe?
Look for an even, deep color, a hard rind your fingernail cannot dent, and a dry, firm stem.
- How to pick
Cut the vine with pruners and leave 3 to 4 inches of stem. Carry pumpkins from underneath, never by the stem.
- Best time to go
Late September to mid October for the best selection. Go after a few dry days; patches get muddy after rain.
- Keep it fresh
Uncarved pumpkins last 2 to 3 months in a cool, dry spot. Carved ones last about a week.
Farm country: Hennepin County
Hennepin County had 511 farms in the latest USDA Census of Agriculture (2022). Of those, 110 sold food straight to the public and 22 earned money from agritourism like u-pick and tours.
- 173 acres of pumpkins #2 of 43 counties in MN
- 82 acres of apples
- 2 acres of blueberries
- 6 acres of strawberries
- 7 acres of raspberries #4 of 23 counties in MN
USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service, 2022 Census of Agriculture. Some county numbers are withheld to protect individual farms.
Check hours before you go. Listings come from public directories and many were last updated in 2024.
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Questions about Knapton's Raspberries, Pumpkins and Orchard
Is Knapton's Raspberries, Pumpkins and Orchard open today?
We do not track live hours. Check the farm website before you go. Our listing comes from public directories and was last updated Feb 2024.
When is the season at Knapton's Raspberries, Pumpkins and Orchard?
Pumpkins typically run Sep to Oct in much of the US. Exact dates depend on the farm, the region and the weather, so confirm with the farm.
Where is Knapton's Raspberries, Pumpkins and Orchard?
The listing gives the address as 55 and Lake Sarah Heights Drive, Greenfield, MN 55373. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn directions.
Can I bring my dog to Knapton's Raspberries, Pumpkins and Orchard?
Pet rules vary by farm and by field. Many u-pick farms do not allow dogs in picking areas for food safety. Ask the farm before you go.
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