2024 Southeastern Mississippi Summer Squash U-Pick Farms and Orchards - PickYourOwn.org

Summer Squash U-Pick Orchards in Southeastern Mississippi in 2024, by county

Below are the U-Pick orchards and farms for summer squash that we know of in this area.

Not all areas of a state have summer squash farms 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!

PLEASE report closed farms, broken links and incorrect info using the "Report Corrections" form below.

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Covington County

• Humphrey Farms - Cantaloupe, cucumbers, eggplant, okra, peas, peppers, summer squash, tomatoes, watermelons, U-pick and already picked, porta-potties
  189 Evergreen Church Road, Seminary, MS 39479. Phone: (601) 641-0909. Email: dmh2698@gmail.com. Open: Monday to Friday, from 6 am to 6 pm; Saturday from 6 am to 12 pm. Directions: We are located 3 miles off of Highway 49, on Evergreen Church Road. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Typical season is from early June through early August;Tomatoes, Yellow Squash, Pickling Cucumbers, Japanese Eggplant, Jalapeno Peppers, Bell Peppers, Okra, Field Peas, Watermelon, and Cantaloupe. (ADDED: January 11, 2020)

Greene County

• Dixie Hill Farms - corn (sweet), cucumbers, eggplant, melons, peas, peppers, summer squash, winter squash, tomatoes, other vegetables, Other fruit or veg,
  11400 Pleasant Hill Road, Leakesville, MS 39451. Phone: 601-525-3820. Email: dixiehillfarms@yahoo.com. Open: UPDATE for 2020, Their website and Facebook pages are gone; Does anyone have current information, are they still offering pick your own or are even open? If so, please write me, their last reported hours were Monday to Friday 7am to 11am, 2pm to 7pm; Saturday 7am to 7pm; May 1 to July 31. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, SFMNP Vouchers. 62484&ref=tDixie Hill Farms Alternate Phone: 601-394-8401 Highway 63 North, turn left on Pleasant Hill Road, 5 miles on the leftRed and White potatoes, watermelons, lettuce

Hancock County

• Blueberry Bluephoria - beans, blueberries, cucumbers, flowers, herbs or spices, melons, peppers, summer squash, Other fruit or veg, Honey from hives on the farm, Fresh eggs, restrooms
  12147 Road 267, Carriere, MS 39426. Phone: 985-788-8254. Email: sales@toftfarms.com. Open: May to August, 7 days a week Sunrise - Sunset; Best hours are 8 am to 10am and 5 pm to 8 pm; Call us and let us know you are coming. Directions: Take I59 towards Hattisburg North. Exit 15 McNeil right, 1 12 mile at end of road turn left. Pass Rolling Hills Church turn right on Bouie Road 1 mile turn left on Road 267. End of road turn left into Toft Farms gate. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. . Alternate Phone: 601-749-0136 Take I59 towards Hattisburg North. Exit 15 McNeil right, 1 1/2 mile at end of road turn left. Pass Rolling Hills Church turn right on Bouie Road 1 mile turn left on Road 267. End of road turn left into Toft Farms gate We sell Blueberry Bushes, Palm Trees, Charlie Brown Christmas Trees, Other Plants and Seeds. Firewood. Fresh Farm Eggs $3.00 dozen and Blueberries are $8.00 you pick and $15.00 we pick per gallon.(aka, Toft Farms) We just started our Christmas tree farm. Check back with us for those. Thanks.

Jones County

• Pine Valley Farms - broad beans, corn (sweet), cucumbers, summer squash, tomatoes, other vegetables, prepicked produce, restrooms, picnic area, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
  421 Masonite Lake Road, Laurel, MS 39443. Phone: 410-795-8314. Email: info@pvf.opgtest.com. Open: See our website for current hours. Directions: From Laurel go Highway 84 east 7 miles turn right onto Masonite Lake Road then go 12 mile. Farm is on Right. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. . Alternate phone: 601-428-8626. From Laurel go Highway 84 east 7 miles turn right onto Masonite Lake Road then go 1/2 mile. Farm is on RightCrops are usually available in June, July, August

Pearl River County

• The Vegetable Garden - beans, corn (sweet), peppers, summer squash, tomatoes, other vegetables,
  32 Buckley Road (off Palestine Rd), Picayune, MS 39466. Phone: 601-798-4010. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Call to find the list of vegetables available and the dates and time we' will be openMay to September(ADDED: June 17, 2016)

Perry County

• Tallahala Creek Farms - cucumbers, melons, peas, peppers, summer squash, tomatoes, Other fruit or veg,
  4952 highway 29, Petal, MS 39465. Phone: 601-325-8170. Email: tallahalacreek@yahoo.com. Open: UPDATE for 2021, Their website is gone; Does anyone have current information, are they still offering pick your own or are even open? If so, please write me, their last reported hours were Starting June until end of season Saturday 8 am to 6 pm. Directions: From the intersection on Highway 42 and Highway 29 take Highway 29 south toward New Augusta farm is located on the right approx. 1 mile. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. Tomatoes, Squash, Peas, Watermelon, Ok Saturday, Peppers June 4 to August 31Please call ahead on large orders and for availability of all produce. (ADDED: April 21, 2015)

 

Summer Squash

Summer Squash Picking Tips, Recipes and Information

Summer squash comes in many varieties and sizes. Choosing a summer squash that meets your needs and the taste you will like can be tough without a guide!  This page provides you that information, plus nutritional analysis and links to our freezing and canning pages!

Summer squash is best when harvested very young and used right away,

The yellow and orange flesh of the summer squash is nutritious and rich in vitamins,

Size:

Younger small summer squash are almost always better, with firmer flesh and smaller seeds

Appearance:

For a quality squash, choose one that has a smooth, shiny skin and is free of cracks, wrinkles or soft spots. .

Picking the squash

It's best to use a knife and cut through the stem that attaches the squash to the rest of the plant. Some squashes can be snapped off without a knife but you may damage the plant, so a knife is best. 

Storing Summer Squash

Summer squash do not have a long shelf life and require refrigeration except for a few hours. Even in a fridge, they should be used within a few days as they will begin to become soft and dry out after a few days. Cut pieces of squash should be tightly wrapped and refrigerated. Luckily, cut squash can be frozen for use later. .

Varieties of Summer Squash

Below are the most popular summer squash varieties. Each variety has its own unique flavor and texture, making them versatile ingredients in a variety of dishes

Name	Photo	Description	Best uses
Zucchini		Versatile and can be used in various dishes such as saute's, stir-fries, grilled, roasted, or baked into bread or muffins.	Straight, cylindrical green squash with a smooth skin.
Yellow Crookneck		Distinctive curved neck with yellow skin and a bulbous base.	Ideal for grilling, saute'ing, or as a colorful addition to salads and soups.
Costata Romanesco		Ribbed Italian zucchini with dark green stripes.	Perfect for slicing and grilling, or used in pasta dishes and frittatas.
Cousa		Middle Eastern variety with light green or pale yellow skin.	Often stuffed and baked, used in stews, or sliced and added to soups.
Eight Ball		Small, round zucchini with dark green skin.	Perfect for stuffing, grilling, or slicing into rounds for saute's and stir-fries.
Greyzini		Unique hybrid between zucchini and pattypan squash.	Can be used interchangeably with zucchini and pattypan in various recipes.
Pattypan		Small, round or scallop-shaped squash with pale green or yellow skin.	Great for stuffing, roasting, steaming, or slicing and using in stir-fries or salads.
Sunburst		Small, scallop-shaped squash with yellow skin and scalloped edges.	Great for grilling, saute'ing, or using as an attractive garnish for dishes.
Ronde de Nice		Small, round zucchini with pale green skin.	Ideal for stuffing, roasting, or slicing and adding to soups and stews.
Yellow Crookneck		Distinctive curved neck with yellow skin and a bulbous base.	Ideal for grilling, saute'ing, or as a colorful addition to salads and soups.
Yellow Straightneck		Similar to yellow crookneck, but with a straight neck and yellow skin.	Excellent for grilling, saute'ing, or slicing into salads and stir-fries.

 

 

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