The Top “Picks” for Pumpkins

Nothing says Lancaster County like a trip to a local farm market on a brisk autumn day, and now that the pumpkins, gourds, and mums are out for the season, it’s the perfect time to grab a latte and go shopping with friends! Not sure where to go? We’ve interviewed LFT staff members to get the 4-1-1 on some of their favorite markets and stands to visit for all things Fall. Support our farmers and explore a new place this season!

Harvest Lane Farm Market | Mikaela’s Top Pick
Located in Lititz, Harvest Lane Farm Market offers seasonal produce, local baked goods, and more! They also grow mums on the property for sale and often offer a wide variety of pumpkins and gourds to decorate with. It’s the perfect place to get some shopping done, support a local farm, and get into the autumnal spirit! You can visit Harvest Lane at 851 E Oregon Rd, Lititz, PA 17543, from 8 am to 6 pm on any day but Sunday.

River Road Produce & Garden Center | Laura’s Top Pick
River Road Produce is the perfect place for those looking to revamp their gardens for the Fall! Located at 1835 River Rd, Marietta, PA 17547, this market offers a wide range of produce, garden supplies, and plants. Check out their farmstand and on-site greenhouse for mums, celosia, and more! Their hours are 9 am to 7 pm on Mondays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Smucker’s Farm Market | Chandra’s Top Pick
If you follow us on social media, you may have seen us at Smucker’s Farm Market a time or two this summer. Smucker’s is an excellent farmstand for local produce, cheese, and herbs, and they often sell many gorgeous pumpkins and gourds in the Fall. Plus, this market is preserved! Support a preserved farm by checking out Smucker’s Farm Market at 2110 Rockvale Rd, Lancaster, PA 17602, from 8 am to 6 pm on any day except Sunday.

Meck’s Produce | A Preserved Pick!
If you’re looking to support a preserved farm in your autumnal endeavors, Meck’s Produce is a great place to start! This market sells many pumpkins, gourds, and mums to choose from, as well as local produce, baked goods, and dairy products. If you prefer to pick your own pumpkins, visit their adorable on-site pumpkin patch nestled right beside the store! You can visit Meck’s from 8 am to 6 pm any day except Sunday. Their address is 1955 Beaver Valley Pike, Strasburg, PA 17579.

Remember that many local stands accept cash or checks only, so stop by an ATM before visiting! As always, never take photos of our Amish or Plain-Sect community members. Visitors are often welcome to take pictures of the produce or farm property—as long as faces are not recognizable.

Who doesn’t love celebrating Lancaster’s vibrant autumnal hues with a few Fall decorations? Buying our décor and produce from local farmstands and markets is one of the best ways to support our farmers and benefit the community. Saving our farmland saves beautiful mums, exciting pumpkin patches, and memories for future generations! To learn about more preserved markets and stands in Lancaster that you can support, click here for a list of locations and their hours!