Quintessential Gardens At Fort Hill Farms

Thompson, CT · about 49 mi from Boston

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Address: 260 Quaddick Rd POB 447, Thompson, CT 06277
Activities: 🚜 Farm visits
Phone: (860) 923-3439
Typical season: Most open spring to fall (farm visits, varies by farm)
Nearest city we cover: Boston, about 49 miles
Listing updated: Feb 2024
Contact details from: USDA Local Food Directories
County: Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, CT
Hardiness zone: USDA zone 6b
Source: USDA Local Food Directories

Picking weather

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Make a day of it

Public restroom 2.3 mi
Playground 2.9 mi
Picnic area 3 mi
Gas station Valero 2.2 mi
EV charger 7.2 mi
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Weather here in a typical year

Nov here: highs around 50°F, lows around 30°F, about 4.2 in of rain, 9.7 hours of daylight.

35°15°J

38°16°F

46°24°M

58°34°A

69°45°M

76°54°J

82°60°J

80°58°A

73°51°S

61°38°O

50°30°N

40°22°D

🌱 Last spring frostMay 1
🍂 First fall frostOct 9
☀️ Frost-free season161 days
🧭 Hardiness zone6b

NOAA 1991-2020 Climate Normals, W Thompson Lake, CT station (3.3 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

Farm visitsMost open spring to fall

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.
Ask about pets before you bring a dog.

More tips: your first u-pick visit.

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Questions about Quintessential Gardens At Fort Hill Farms

Is Quintessential Gardens At Fort Hill Farms open today?

We do not track live hours. Call the farm at (860) 923-3439 before you go. Our listing comes from public directories and was last updated Feb 2024.

When is the season at Quintessential Gardens At Fort Hill Farms?

Farm visits typically run spring to fall in much of the US. Exact dates depend on the farm, the region and the weather, so confirm with the farm.

Where is Quintessential Gardens At Fort Hill Farms?

The listing gives the address as 260 Quaddick Rd POB 447, Thompson, CT 06277. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn directions.

Can I bring my dog to Quintessential Gardens At Fort Hill Farms?

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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