2024 Baton Rouge area of Louisiana Persimmon U-Pick Farms and Orchards - PickYourOwn.org

Persimmon U-Pick Orchards in Baton Rouge area of Louisiana in 2024, by county

Below are the U-Pick orchards and farms for persimmons that we know of in this area. Not all areas of any state, nor even every state, have persimmons orchards that are open to the public. If you know of any others, please tell us using the add a farm form!

Remember to always check with the farm's own website or Facebook page before you go - or call or email them if they don't have a website or Facebook page. Conditions at the farms and crops can change literally overnight, so if you want to avoid a wasted trip out there - check with the farm directly before you go! If I cannot reach them, I DON'T GO!

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Ascension Parish

• Waughsome Farm II LLC - Uses integrated pest management practices, blackberries, blueberries, figs, mayhaws, mulberries, peaches, persimmons, plums, Honey from hives on the farm, porta-potties, farm animals
  40269 Abby James Rd, Prairieville, LA 70769. Phone: . Email: chairity@waughsomefarm.com. Open: See our website for current hours. Directions: The orchard entrance is located at 40269 Abby James Road. We use integrated pest management practices. Payment: Cash, Venmo. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Venmo.
  Waughsome Farm II LLC Facebook page. Click here for our Instagram page. (ADDED: May 28, 2024)

Iberia Parish

• Daniel and Anna's Orchard - blackberries, blueberries, figs, lemons, oranges, satsumas, other citrus, pears, peaches, pecans , persimmons, strawberries, school tours
  5116 Freetown Road, New Iberia, LA 70560. Phone: 337-365-1690. Email: sbeclaf@aol.com. Open: Note in 2021, you need to make an appointment before coming, Monday to Sunday 8am to 5pm except Thursday 1pm to 5pm. Directions: From Lafayette, Louisiana go south on Highway 90 to Highway 88. Exit on Highway 88, turn left to Frontage Road, turn right on Frontage Road to Freetown Road about 1 mile. Turn left on Freetown Road, go 1 mile to sharp curve to right, third house on left. Look for signs. Google or Yahoo will give correct directions, Mapquest will be wrong. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. . Alternate Phone: 337-380-3795. Fax: 337-332-6719. . This is a Pick-your-own orchard with fruits grown throughout the year. Pick and purchase blueberries, peaches, cumquats, satsumas, persimmons, strawberries and others. Satsumas November 1 to January 15; Persimmons September 1 to November 10; Blueberries April 15 to June 10; Blackberries April 20 to June 10; Figs June 15 to July 20; Asian Pears July 20 to August 20; Peaches April 20 to June 20; Pecans October 1 to November 20; Strawberries April 15 to June 1. bags and boxes are provided.
• Eddie Romero's Orchard - apples, blackberries, figs, grapes, grapefruit, lemons, Muscadines, grapes, seedless table grapes, wine grapes, nectarines, oranges, pears, peaches, persimmons, tangerines, Satsumas, Manderines, Kumquats,restrooms, farm animals, school tours
  5119 Freetown Road, New Iberia, LA 70560. Phone: 3373800419. Email: eddiepaulromero@bellsouth.net. Open: Tuesday - Friday 8am to 5pm; Saturday and Sunday 8am to 4pm; Closed on Mondays. Directions: Orchard is in Iberia Parish at 5119 North Freetown Road Call 337-380-0419 for directions. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. 15964.49486.186704881470648&Eddie Romero's Orchard Alternate Phone: 3373643370. . We specialize in juicy Peaches from mid April until August; Large sweet thornless Blackberries from May until mid July; Figs many varieties mid June until August; Sweet seedless Grapes, wine grapes, jelly and table grapes in June; 15 varieties of large Muscadines for fresh eating, jelly, juice, or wine; Persimmons astringent and non-astringent August until November; Asian Pears also canning and eating Pears from mid July to late August; Pecans in September; Paw paws in July; Jujube in late July; Large juicy Apples from June until mid July; Citrus to include Lemons, Satsumas, Navel, Blood Oranges, Tangerines, Manderines, Kumquats, Large Pummelo Grapefruit, White and Pink Grapefruit, Real red and Ruby red Grapefruit from late October until February; Plus many other fruits such as Pineapple Gua Saturday, Yellow Gua Saturday, And Gummie Berries. Payment: Cash, Check, SFMNP Vouchers. Church tours and School tours welcome. Call in advance.

 

Persimmons

Persimmon Picking Tips, Recipes and Information

 

Persimmons, are a VERY tart and rare fruit.   More popular in Asia, the Asian varieties have been introduced to North America and become popular. Native North American Fuyu persimmons (shown at top right) are flattened in shape.

 

The Asia hachiya persimmons are more elongated and a bit sweeter.  All persimmons are exceedingly tart until the are dead-ripe and slight mushy in texture.

Uses:

Persimmons are typically made into jelly, but also used for their flavor in baked goods such as muffins, tarts and sauces. Persimmon berries also freeze well.

If you're looking for great, easy to follow recipes to make jelly,  see these pages:

• How to make Persimmon jelly

Harvesting Season:

The exact timing of Persimmon harvest can vary depending on your location and climate, but it generally occurs in the summer months. In most regions, you can expect to start harvesting Persimmons from late July to early August.

Persimmons are an unusual fruit because they actually DO ripen after being harvested. In fact, it is BEST to pick the persimmons while they are hard, and allow them to ripen and soften in a cool basement. This avoid bug and bird danage.

Determining Ripeness:

Ripe Persimmons are soft, almost mushy, and have a bright orange color.

How to pick or harvest:

To harvest Persimmons, simply hold the branch beneath and gently pluck them off with your fingers. It's best to place a container or basket beneath the branch to catch them if they fall.

Handling and Storage:

After harvesting, sort through the fruit and remove any damaged or overripe ones. Store them in a shallow container, preferably in a single layer, to prevent crushing and allow for proper airflow. Refrigerate them when they become ripe and soft; consume them within a few days for optimal freshness. If you have an abundant harvest, consider freezing them for longer-term storage.

 

 

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