Primrose Valley Gardens

North Smithfield, RI · about 37 mi from Boston

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At a glance

Address: 184 Providence Pike, North Smithfield, RI 02896
Activities: 🎃 Pumpkins 🐐 Farm animals
Phone: (401) 597-5797
Typical season: Sep to Oct (pumpkins, varies by farm)
Nearest city we cover: Boston, about 37 miles
Listing updated: Feb 2024
Email: [email protected]
Contact details from: USDA Local Food Directories
Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, VisaMasterCard
Social: Facebook
County: Providence County, RI
Hardiness zone: USDA zone 6b
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.

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EV charger 2.9 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 53°F, lows around 33°F, about 4.2 in of rain, 9.7 hours of daylight.

38°19°J

40°21°F

47°28°M

60°38°A

70°48°M

78°57°J

84°63°J

82°62°A

75°54°S

64°42°O

53°33°N

43°25°D

🌱 Last spring frostApr 22
🍂 First fall frostOct 19
☀️ Frost-free season179 days
🧭 Hardiness zone6b

NOAA 1991-2020 Climate Normals, Woonsocket, RI station (4.3 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

PumpkinsSep to Oct
Farm animalsYear round

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. Call the farm: 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
Hand sanitizer for after the animals
Closed-toe shoes
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: Providence County

Providence County had 362 farms in the latest USDA Census of Agriculture (2022). Of those, 93 sold food straight to the public and 20 earned money from agritourism like u-pick and tours.

64 acres of pumpkins #1 of 3 counties in RI

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.

From the listing

Indoor market; Preserves; jams; jellies; Crafts; artistic products; pumpkins; gift shop; Farmer's Day; harvest festival; live music; petting zoo;

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Questions about Primrose Valley Gardens

Is Primrose Valley Gardens open today?

We do not track live hours. Call the farm at (401) 597-5797 before you go. Our listing comes from public directories and was last updated Feb 2024.

When is the season at Primrose Valley Gardens?

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 Primrose Valley Gardens?

The listing gives the address as 184 Providence Pike, North Smithfield, RI 02896. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn directions.

Can I bring my dog to Primrose Valley Gardens?

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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