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Pick Your Own Peach and Nectarine Orchards

Pick Your Own Peaches & Nectarines are closed for the season. See you in 2026 for Pick Your Own peaches and nectarines! 

Please be sure to call our Pick-Your-Own Hotline at 860-349-6015 for the latest picking conditions and updates, or check out our Facebook page for daily updates.

Our Pick Your Own Peach and Nectarine trees are nestled on 200 acres of  Pick Your Own fruit orchards and fields overlooking the scenic Connecticut River Valley.  We've been growing peaches for over 130 years, going back to the early 1890's! It's no wonder why Lyman Orchards was voted Connecticut's Best Pick Your Own Farm!

Pick Your Own Peaches and Nectarines

If you're looking for a fun way to spend a day in Connecticut, a visit to Lyman Orchards PYO Peach and Nectarine Orchards is the perfect destination for a wholesome, fun, family-friendly getaway! And because we grow so many varieties of fruits, it's worth the trip! The Peach and Nectarine season lasts for 12 weeks (mid July-late September) and traditionally overlaps the Blueberry season (early July-mid August) and the Pear Season (mid August - late September).

For the best PYO peach and nectarine experience, be sure to check our Facebook Page for daily updates, and read our pick your own tips

Pick Your Own Peaches & Nectarines Pricing:

$16.00 for a 1/2 Peck Bag

$26.00 for a Peck Bag

$47.00 for a 1/2 Bushel Bag

 

Peach Varieties

Lyman Orchards has 4,200 peach trees and 300 nectarine trees spread over 34 acres. We grow 27 varieties of peaches, including 3 flat varieties, and 8 varieties of nectarines.

The peach varieties range from clingstone to freestone. The early varieties are classified as "clingstone", indicating that the sweet flesh of the peach clings to the pit or stone, early-mid season are "semi-cling", and by mid-August, all varieties are "freestone". Mid-August and later varieties are best for canning and preserving peaches.

Like our apples, our peaches are Eco-certified, grown using agricultural methods that preserve and protect our orchards’ ecology.

Peach & Nectarine picking is a great family friendly activity!

Peaches and Nectarines are Nutrient-Rich

Peaches and nectarines have an impressive nutritional resume that make them a healthy choice in your daily diet. Below are some of the health benefits peaches offer.

  • Moderate Source of Antioxidants and Vitamin C
  • No Saturated-Fats
  • Low in Calories
  • One peach contains 2% or more daily value of vitamins E and K, niacin, folate, iron, choline, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese, zinc and copper

There are so many tasty ways to include these nutritious fruits into your breakfast, lunch, dinner or dessert!

Spend a morning or afternoon peach and nectarine picking at Connecticut’s Sweet Spot®, Lyman Orchards in Middlefield, CT

Season

Mid July - Late September

Choosing

When buying or picking, look for a creamy or golden color. A ripe peach is fragrant, firm, but not hard. It will yield to a gentle squeeze.

Ripening

Peaches will take on up to 1/3 of their size in the last few days of tree ripening, assuming a normal growing season with adequate moisture. If you like peaches soft, leave them out at room temperature for a day or two and they will soften to your preference. After purchasing peaches, refrigerate most of them and leave the number out that you wish to eat in the next day or two.

Storing

Store fully ripe peaches in the refrigerator. Peel peaches by immersing the fruit in boiling water for 30 seconds. Remove with slotted spoon, then plunge into cold water. Slip off skins with the help of a knife. To slice, cut peaches in half around the center, not the natural seam. Gently twist halves apart.

Freezing

To freeze, peel and slice peaches, mixing 1 quart of fruit with 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Pack in freezer bags or containers. To protect the color of sliced peaches in a salad or dessert, dip the slices in lemon juice.

Follow our Facebook for up to date picking conditions!

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16 hours ago

💚 Help Support Jamaica’s Recovery After Hurricane Melissa 🙏

Now through December 31st, Lyman Orchards is raising funds to help families in Jamaica rebuild after Hurricane Melissa, a devastating Category 5 storm that struck on October 28, 2025. 💔

This cause is especially close to our hearts — every year, we’re honored to work alongside an incredible team of Jamaican guest workers who are essential to our harvest. Many have been part of the Lyman family for years, and now their communities need our help more than ever. 🌎❤️

Here’s how you can make a difference:
🧾 Round Up at the Register – When you shop at the Apple Barrel Farm Market, round up your purchase or donate any amount.
💻 Donate Online – Give directly to The Salvation Army’s Hurricane Melissa Jamaica Relief Fund.

👉 Learn more and donate: lymanorchards.com/help-support-jamaicas-recovery-after-hurricane-melissa
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💚 Help Support Jamaica’s Recovery After Hurricane Melissa 🙏Now through December 31st, Lyman Orchards is raising funds to help families in Jamaica rebuild after Hurricane Melissa, a devastating Category 5 storm that struck on October 28, 2025. 💔This cause is especially close to our hearts — every year, we’re honored to work alongside an incredible team of Jamaican guest workers who are essential to our harvest. Many have been part of the Lyman family for years, and now their communities need our help more than ever. 🌎❤️Here’s how you can make a difference:
🧾 Round Up at the Register – When you shop at the Apple Barrel Farm Market, round up your purchase or donate any amount.
💻 Donate Online – Give directly to The Salvation Army’s Hurricane Melissa Jamaica Relief Fund.👉 Learn more and donate: lymanorchards.com/help-support-jamaicas-recovery-after-hurricane-melissa
19 hours ago

🍎🍏Pick Your Own Update for Friday, November 7th at Lyman Orchards, proudly voted the #1 Apple Orchard in the Nation by USAToday!
Picking supplies are excellent. The best apple supplies are toward the middle and the ends of the rows and there is quite a bit of walking involved.

PYO Apples are open today from 9AM-3:30PM. The Apple varieties are Macoun, Empire, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Jonagold, Crispin, Ida Red, Fuji, Rome, Cameo, Braeburn, and Granny Smith.
The Corn Maze season is over. Thank you to all who attended this year’s Maze. We hope you enjoyed the CT Pizza theme.
PYO Apple Price:
$16 per ½ peck bag
$26 per peck bag
$47 per ½ bushel bag
Price includes the cost of the container. We provide containers, customers are not allowed to bring their own containers.
Follow the signs to the picking location.
Be sure to visit the Apple Barrel after picking for great food and a unique shopping experience.
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🍎🍏Pick Your Own Update for Friday, November 7th at Lyman Orchards, proudly voted the #1 Apple Orchard in the Nation by USAToday!
Picking supplies are excellent. The best apple supplies are toward the middle and the ends of the rows and there is quite a bit of walking involved.PYO Apples are open today from 9AM-3:30PM.   The Apple varieties are Macoun, Empire, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Jonagold, Crispin, Ida Red, Fuji, Rome, Cameo, Braeburn, and Granny Smith.
The Corn Maze season is over.  Thank you to all who attended this year’s Maze.  We hope you enjoyed the CT Pizza theme.
PYO Apple Price:
$16 per ½ peck bag
$26 per peck bag
$47 per ½ bushel bag
Price includes the cost of the container.  We provide containers, customers are not allowed to bring their own containers.
Follow the signs to the picking location.
Be sure to visit the Apple Barrel after picking for great food and a unique shopping experience.

🎄✨ Host a Holiday Party to Remember at Lyman Orchards! 🍽️🥂
Book your holiday party by November 10th, 2025 and get 50% OFF venue rental fees for events held Sunday–Thursday in November & December! 🎁

From cozy gatherings to lively celebrations, we’ve got the perfect spot:
🏠 The Lyman Homestead – historic charm for 25–65 guests
🍷 1741 Pub & Grill Buyout – stunning views for 65–85 guests
🔥 The Lower Grill Room – cozy & casual for 25–50 guests

Let’s make your holiday celebration unforgettable! ❤️
👉 Learn more: lymanorchards.com/host-a-holiday-party-to-remember-at-lyman-orchards
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🎄✨ Host a Holiday Party to Remember at Lyman Orchards! 🍽️🥂
Book your holiday party by November 10th, 2025 and get 50% OFF venue rental fees for events held Sunday–Thursday in November & December! 🎁From cozy gatherings to lively celebrations, we’ve got the perfect spot:
🏠 The Lyman Homestead – historic charm for 25–65 guests
🍷 1741 Pub & Grill Buyout – stunning views for 65–85 guests
🔥 The Lower Grill Room – cozy & casual for 25–50 guestsLet’s make your holiday celebration unforgettable! ❤️
👉 Learn more: lymanorchards.com/host-a-holiday-party-to-remember-at-lyman-orchardsImage attachmentImage attachment+3Image attachment

🍎🍏Pick Your Own Update for Thursday, November 6th at Lyman Orchards, proudly voted the #1 Apple Orchard in the Nation by USAToday!
Picking supplies are excellent. The best apple supplies are toward the middle and the ends of the rows and there is quite a bit of walking involved.

PYO Apples are open today from 9AM-3:30PM. The Apple varieties are Macoun, Empire, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Jonagold, Crispin, Ida Red, Fuji, Rome, Cameo, Braeburn, and Granny Smith.
The Corn Maze season is over. Thank you to all who attended this year’s Maze. We hope you enjoyed the CT Pizza theme.
PYO Apple Price:
$16 per ½ peck bag
$26 per peck bag
$47 per ½ bushel bag
Price includes the cost of the container. We provide containers, customers are not allowed to bring their own containers.
Follow the signs to the picking location.
Be sure to visit the Apple Barrel after picking for great food and a unique shopping experience.
... See MoreSee Less

🍎🍏Pick Your Own Update for Thursday, November 6th at Lyman Orchards, proudly voted the #1 Apple Orchard in the Nation by USAToday!
Picking supplies are excellent. The best apple supplies are toward the middle and the ends of the rows and there is quite a bit of walking involved.PYO Apples are open today from 9AM-3:30PM.   The Apple varieties are Macoun, Empire, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Jonagold, Crispin, Ida Red, Fuji, Rome, Cameo, Braeburn, and Granny Smith.
The Corn Maze season is over.  Thank you to all who attended this year’s Maze.  We hope you enjoyed the CT Pizza theme.
PYO Apple Price:
$16 per ½ peck bag
$26 per peck bag
$47 per ½ bushel bag
Price includes the cost of the container.  We provide containers, customers are not allowed to bring their own containers.
Follow the signs to the picking location.
Be sure to visit the Apple Barrel after picking for great food and a unique shopping experience.

🎄Win a FREE Fresh-Cut Christmas Tree! 🎄
🖍️Lyman Orchards is proud to host the 2025 Connecticut Christmas Tree Coloring Contest in partnership with the Connecticut Christmas Tree Growers Association , Inc.

🎅✨🗓️ Now through November 14th at the Apple Barrel Farm Market!
👧🧒 Open to Connecticut residents (Grades K–4) — with 10 statewide winners!
🎨 Coloring pages & crayons are available right at the Apple Barrel.
Winning entries will be featured on the CCTGA website! 🌲💚👉 Learn more: lymanorchards.com/2025-ct-christmas-tree-coloring-contest
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🎄Win a FREE Fresh-Cut Christmas Tree! 🎄
🖍️Lyman Orchards is proud to host the 2025 Connecticut Christmas Tree Coloring Contest in partnership with the Connecticut Christmas Tree Growers Association , Inc.🎅✨🗓️ Now through November 14th at the Apple Barrel Farm Market!
👧🧒 Open to Connecticut residents (Grades K–4) — with 10 statewide winners!
🎨 Coloring pages & crayons are available right at the Apple Barrel.
Winning entries will be featured on the CCTGA website! 🌲💚👉 Learn more: lymanorchards.com/2025-ct-christmas-tree-coloring-contest

🍎🍏Pick Your Own Update for Wednesday, November 5th at Lyman Orchards, proudly voted the #1 Apple Orchard in the Nation by USAToday!
Picking supplies are excellent. The best apple supplies are toward the middle and the ends of the rows and there is quite a bit of walking involved.

PYO Apples are open today from 9AM-3:30PM. The Apple varieties are Macoun, Empire, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Jonagold, Crispin, Ida Red, Fuji, Rome, Cameo, Braeburn, and Granny Smith.
The Corn Maze season is over. Thank you to all who attended this year’s Maze. We hope you enjoyed the CT Pizza theme.
PYO Apple Price:
$16 per ½ peck bag
$26 per peck bag
$47 per ½ bushel bag
Price includes the cost of the container. We provide containers, customers are not allowed to bring their own containers.
Follow the signs to the picking location.
Be sure to visit the Apple Barrel after picking for great food and a unique shopping experience.
... See MoreSee Less

🍎🍏Pick Your Own Update for Wednesday, November 5th at Lyman Orchards, proudly voted the #1 Apple Orchard in the Nation by USAToday!
Picking supplies are excellent. The best apple supplies are toward the middle and the ends of the rows and there is quite a bit of walking involved.PYO Apples are open today from 9AM-3:30PM.   The Apple varieties are Macoun, Empire, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Jonagold, Crispin, Ida Red, Fuji, Rome, Cameo, Braeburn, and Granny Smith.
The Corn Maze season is over.  Thank you to all who attended this year’s Maze.  We hope you enjoyed the CT Pizza theme.
PYO Apple Price:
$16 per ½ peck bag
$26 per peck bag
$47 per ½ bushel bag
Price includes the cost of the container.  We provide containers, customers are not allowed to bring their own containers.
Follow the signs to the picking location.
Be sure to visit the Apple Barrel after picking for great food and a unique shopping experience.
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Recipes & Blogs

Peach Glazed Salmon

Print Recipe Ingredients: 8 lyman peaches (peeled and diced) ½ cup cider vinegar 2 tbsp honey ¼ tsp chile flakes 1 red onion diced 6 garlic cloves chopped 1 tsp […]

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Lyman’s Peach Pecan Pocket

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Phone: 860-349-6015

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