Every fall when the leaves change and the temperature drops, orchards across the United States open for apple-picking. Known for its abundant apple orchards, northeast Ohio offers residents and visitors beautiful fall foliage and plenty of opportunities for apple-picking and other fall activities.
With over 100 orchards and farms to choose from in northeast Ohio, apple-pickers can find an orchard in every county, according to Pickyourown.org. September and October tend to be the best months for picking apples in northeast Ohio, and prices for picking vary from orchard to orchard.
For people concerned about the environment or who consume organic foods and goods, several northeast Ohio apple orchards and farms are considered organic. As Allaboutapples.com states, some northeast Ohio orchards follow organic practices like avoiding chemicals and using sustainable agriculture.
Northeast Ohio orchards produce over 30 different varieties of apples, states Ohioapples.com. Each variety of apple has specific purposes, like baking or eating, and distinct flavors, like tart, sweet and sour. For example, the Fuji variety is perfect for eating right off the tree and has a sweet and crisp flavor. Not every orchard grows every variety, so be sure to call ahead or check the orchard's website if you are looking to pick a specific variety.
