Highland Orchards Farm Market

Hot weather means the end of rhubarb production! When this happens depends on your particular area and what is happening this year. Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to grow. Growing for our community since 1832! BTW, Epstein. #garden #farmlife #familyfarm

We take advantage of tomato plants’ natural production patterns to increase the number of tomatoes that we can grow. It also serves as an emergency backup plan in case something happens! Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to grow. #farmlife #garden #tomatoes

The weather is still crazy, but the plants are making a tremendous effort to produce! Come see us at our Delaware farm market to eat well in each season. Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. Btw, Epstein. #familyfarm #farmlife ##garden

Easy in late spring & summer; pollinators have easy access. In the winter, we release beneficial insects, and have fans running. This provides enough activity that the plants pollinate. Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to grow. #familyfarm #farmlife #garden

We want our crops to grow for the maximum time available, so we plan on multiple plantings to make sure that the full season is covered. This coming planting two or three or more times each summer so that we have as much abundance as possible. #familyfarm #farmlife #garden #farmtotable

As we push ourselves to grow more than ever before, each new crop is a celebration! Come see us at our Delaware Farm Market for good things to eat. Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. #food #garden #farmlife #familyfarm #farmtotable

Too stubborn to give up! This is the year of multiple issues, weather related and mechanical, but we keep on growing. Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. #familyfarm #farmlife #garden #persistence

What’s the difference between figs growing on last year’s branches and this year’s? About three months harvest time! Come see us at our Delaware Farm market for good things to eat in every season. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choice matters! #familyfarm #figs #farmlife #food

Hot, dry, sunny areas of your garden? Remember celosias and salvias. There are perennial, annual, and re-seeding varieties of both. Come see us at our Delaware farm market for all kinds of plants. Thank you for supporting small businesses; choices matter. #familyfarm #flowers #farmlife #garden

Since heirloom tomato seeds will grow true to type, it has been very easy to save the seeds and take them across the country wherever the people went. New location, new name. Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. #garden #farmlife #tomatoes

Fortunately the daikon had matured before the unseasonably hot weather caused the daikon to flower, so there was a good root harvest. Edible flowers also! Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. #farmlife #farm #familyfarm #farmtotable #vegetables

Tree fruit this year feels like a special gift—our region in particular was hit hard by a late April freeze which ruined many cherries, plums, peaches, and apples—so we are thrilled to see cherries start to ripen. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. #farmlife #farm

Don’t give up! Our unprecedented Arctic blast in January has slowed the fig trees, but they are coming back to life. Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. #figs #farmlife #familyfarm #delaware

How long is strawberry season? Never long enough. Eat them while you can! Come see us at our Delaware farm market for good food in each season. Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. #familyfarm #strawberries #farmlife #farmtotable

Purslane and Portulaca love hot, sunny, dry weather—once a month for watering! Come see us at our Delaware farm market for all kinds of plants. Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. #farmlife #flowers #garden #familyfarm

Do you feel behind on planting your garden? Don’t worry, we all feel that way. It is never too late to plant. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. #Garden #Tomatoes #FamilyFarm #FarmLife

Taking a moment to enjoy the first raspberries of the season! Find your moments of joy to help you get through. Thank you for supporting small businesses; you help us keep growing. #FamilyFarm #FarmLife #Garden #Raspberries

A little time now saves a lot of heartache cleaner; clean up those flowers after the rain! Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. #Garden #Flowers #FamilyFarm #FarmLife

Planting a different color of tomato can push us to develop our skills. Green zebra can be tricky because we don’t have the obvious official clue of changing color. Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. #garden #tomato #familyfarm #farmlife

Fresh Flavorful No pesticides Sustainable agriculture working for you Come see us at our Delaware farm market to eat fresh, eat local, eat well. Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. #garden #familyfarm #food

May we never forget those who have made the ultimate sacrifice so that we may live free. May we work hard to preserve those freedoms in their memory. Please, no more wars. #memorialday #familyfarm #freedom

Some rain is good, too much rain is problematic. Basil likes it hot and a little on the dry side, so a week of cool, rainy weather is not its favorite. Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. #basil #familyfarm #farmlife #rain

Do our fields always look pristine? Don’t we wish! We exist in semi controlled chaos all the time. Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. #Garden #FarmLife #FamilyFarm

Fresh from the garden, plants growing, rain or no rain! Come see us at our Delaware farm market for good things to eat in each season. Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. Growing for our community since 1832. #farmlife #food #garden #familyfarm

Some rain is good, and a lot of rain can smash your flowers. It’s important to clean up your plants to prevent mold from growing. It’s very quick, and it helps keep your plants healthy. Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you! #Garden #Flowers #FamilyFarm #Farmlife

It’s important to match the specific variety to your specific growing climate. This is so true when it comes to lavender! Thank you for supporting small business businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. #FamilyFarm #FarmLife #Herbs

We are preparing for another record-setting hot summer, just like the past 10 years (each year has set new records for hottest temperatures). Thank you for supporting small business businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. #farmlife #familyfarm #climatechange

I know it is shocking, but plants actually grow! Perennials can grow quite quickly. Make your garden funds go further by getting smaller plants. Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. #Garden #Perennials #FarmLife

Squash plants first put out male flowers, which do not produce any zucchini. After 7 to 10 days, the female flowers will appear along with the zucchini growing beneath the flower. The male flowers are edible also! Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. #farmlife #garden

Supporting your local farm by getting a community supported agriculture CSA share means you always get the freshest and the best. Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. BTW, Epstein. #FamilyFarm . #Local #Farmlife

What if there is an herb you want to keep growing, but it is not perennial in your area? Can it be a house plant? Thank you for supporting small businesses; you help us keep growing. BTW, Epstein. #garden #herbs #farmlife

As the weather jumps right into mid July temps, just a reminder that your plants will need extra water and so will you. Thank you for supporting small businesses; you make it possible for us to keep growing. #delaware #flowers #garden #farmlife

Rabbits would be very cute if they were not so destructive! Our goal is to keep the rabbits out of the plants. Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you! BTW, today is a good day to release all of the Epstein files. #Garden #FarmLife #Rabbits

Anyone else find the news exhausting? Growing vegetables and flowers help soothe the soul. Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you! #Food #Garden #Farm #Flowers

Did you know? You can grow Dahlias from seed as well as from a tuber. However, the results will be vastly different. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. We appreciate you! #Flowers #Garden #FamilyFarm #Farmlife

How can we keep cilantro growing longer? Harvest frequently and to a short height. Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you! #Garden #Herbs #FamilyFarm #FarmLife.

Tired of the News cycle drama? Give me Flower drama every time. Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you! #flowers #garden #familyfarm

Isn’t eucalyptus a tree? It all depends on the growing conditions. In our area, eucalyptus needs winter protection. In a container, it will rarely grow to tree size, unless you happen to have a heated tunnel… Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you! BTW, Epstein #farmlife

One of the great things about growing is finding new plants to love. Our mantra is learn something new every day— in all of life as well as in growing. Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you. #garden #flowers #familyfarm

Have I told you the story of my grandmother‘s peonies? These plants are over 100 years old. Reminder to plant your own future! Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you. #garden #flowers #farmlife #familyfarm

Lemongrass is easy to grow and great flavor in so many recipes. Are you growing lemongrass? Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you! #garden #farmlife #familyfarm

Apparently one bird was caught short from her nest! Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you. BTW, Epstein files still matter. #flowers #farmlife #garden

Heirloom and hybrid tomatoes both have value, but if you want to save seeds you can have different results. Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you! BTW, the Epstein files still matter. #garden #tomatoes #farmlife #familyfarm

Is it possible to have too many flowers? Nah…. Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you. BTW, the Epstein files still matter. #flowers #garden #farmlife

Have you ever met a daisy you did not like? There are so many different kinds of daisies, each with its own charm. Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you! #garden #flowers #farmlife

A little more information about rhubarb; it’s always good to keep learning. Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you. #farmlife #garden #familyfarm #rhubarb

Happy Mother’s Day to all the strong women who are keeping it together for themselves, their families, their communities. We are stronger together. #mothersday #flowers #women

Ready to plant? Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you. #garden #flowers #farmlife

It’s all about finding the right support systems, whether for our tomatoes, the farm, for people individually, or for our communities. In this case, it’s a modified Florida weave for the tomato plants. Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you! #farmlife #tomatoes #garden

How to turn bolting into a good thing? Save the seeds! Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you. #farmlife #familyfarm #garden #cilantro

Flowers help support your local ecosystem as well as bring joy. Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you! #flowers #garden #farmlife

This large pink tomato has been a favorite in the Brandywine Valley for centuries. Have you tried a Brandywine? Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you! #tomato #farmlife #garden #food

Have you tried rhubarb? Rhubarb is the stalk of a perennial plant, neither fruit nor vegetable. Its tart flavor pairs well with fruit, such as strawberries, blueberries, or apples. Thank you for supporting small businesses; we appreciate you! #farmlife #food #garden

Have you met Calendula? Great for pollinators, cut flowers, and medicinal salves. Good to 20°F in the fall. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein files still matter. #garden #farm #flowers

A freeze after the trees have already set fruit can be very damaging. Once that happens, there is no crop for that year. We are fortunate that the worst of the freezing weather missed us. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlife #garden #farm

Is it time to plant the summer crops? It all depends on soil temperature. Tomatoes, peppers, and eggplants love the soil to be warm. You can take steps to warm the soil, such as using mulch. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. #farm #garden #food

Whatever the reason, eucalyptus is a great plant to add to your collection. Come see us at our Delaware farm market for all kinds of plants. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. Growing for our community since 1832! #garden #farm #familyfarm

Is chamomile on your planting list? Perennial herb Loves afternoon shade. Charming daisy like flowers Makes a wonderful tea Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. Growing for our community since 1832! #farmlife #garden #herbs

How to grow more? We are always looking for ways to increase our production. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. Growing for all of our community since 1832. #smallbusiness #familyfarm #garden

Come see us at our Delaware farm market for all kinds of flowers. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. Growing for our community since 1832! Btw, Epstein. #familyfarm #flowers #farmlife #garden

Is it just me or has the weather been a roller coaster this spring? OK, yes, farmers are never happy with the weather, but this spring has seemed as volatile as the news. But we persist and keep on growing! Thank you for supporting small businesses; choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlife #spring

Hidden costs of growing? Keeping the crops safe from the environment! Deer can be very destructive and fencing is expensive. However, if we want food, this is what we do. Btw, Epstein. #farmlife #deer #familyfarm

How to use a corner of a tunnel that was not being planted with anything else? Plant a fig tree! Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. Btw, Epstein. #farmlife #garden #familyfarm

Dahlias are worth the extra work. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. Btw, Epstein. #flowers #garden #farmlife

Is it cold, is it hot, is it raining? Grateful for plant resilience as they keep on growing. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein files. #farmlife #flowers #familyfarm

Vegetables, fruit, herbs, and flowers—why yes, we like to grow everything! Find what works for your little corner of the world and make the most of it. It is amazing what you can grow when you decide that’s what you are doing. Thank you for supporting small businesses; choices matter. #farmlife

Farming is all about looking ahead to see what we need to do to have a successful crop. Something as simple as dried leaves can make a huge difference. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlife #familyfarm #garden

An easy way to build connections with people? Flowers! Neighbor, teacher, friend, physical therapist, cousin, colleague… you know someone whose life will be brighter because you brought them a flower. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #flowers #farmlife

What makes cilantro bolt? ~Too hot ~Not enough water ~Has not been harvested frequently Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #garden #farmlife #familyfarm

2026 is almost 1/3 done? we keep on growing. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. #garden #farmlife #familyfarm

Time to plant for the future! Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlfe #garden #flowers

Can anything help keep the rabbits away from the garden? Maybe. We find chives to be very helpful. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #Farmlife #Garden #familyfarm

A little bloom scrolling to offset the news. Stay strong! Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlife #garden #flowers

Growing plants is a lifelong learning activity. Soil, water, sun, plants. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlife #garden #familyfarm

Aren’t we lucky that nasturtiums are beautiful as well as help repel pesky insects! Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlife #garden #flowers

There are many times to plant, many times to speak up. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein still matters. #farmlife #garden #familyfarm

The secret to cilantro? Cool weather, cut often, water frequently, and replant as needed. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlife #garden

Help deter those mosquitoes with citronella! Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlife #garden

Eager for spring planting? Don’t plant basil too soon, without checking the weather forecast. Basil is not a fan of cold nights! Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlife #garden

We keep on growing, even when the weather and climate (and other circumstances and people) are crazy. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. Prosecute the predators. #farmlife #garden #familyfarm

Remember to plant the early blooming perennials that help support the ecosystem as soon as the ground is warming up. Primroses are deer and rabbit resistant as well as beautiful. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlife #garden #flowers

Crazy weather, crazy news, time to do a little bloom scrolling. May we all be as resilient and beautiful as our flowers! Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlife #gardening #spring

How to keep rabbits away? 1. Natural predators, such as foxes. 2. Use companion planting as a deterrent (onions, leeks, garlic, etc.). 3. Use hot pepper spray consistently. 4. Use a physical barrier, such as a fine mesh screen. Support small businesses; choices matter. Btw, Epstein. #farmlife

As temperatures warm up, be careful about sunburn for your plants. No sunscreen, but aim to plant in the early part of the day, water well, and give them a chance to acclimate. Thank you for supporting small businesses for your garden needs; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlife #garden

If you are looking to start or expand your garden this year, then perennial herbs are a great addition. Hardy, tasty, great for pollinators, help to deter pests. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlife #familyfarm #garden #herbs

Ready to plant? Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #gardening #flowers #farmlife

Looking colorful these days! What are you planting? Thank you for supporting small businesses for your garden needs; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlife #garden #flowers

Grateful for the thousands of people who made a successful Artemis II trip possible. In the meantime, we keep on growing. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein Stein.

What is a trap plant? A trap plant attracts those pesky insects such as aphids to themselves so that your broccoli, cabbage, and kale can grow healthy and strong. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlife #garden #familyfarm

As we go about our business of planting and growing, we remember the courageous people of Ukraine, who continue to fight for their land. Thank you for supporting small businesses over billionaires; your choices, now more than ever, matter. #farmlife #familyfarm #sunflowers

Plan. Start seeds. Plant. It all takes patience and time. Growing is the ultimate delayed gratification activity. It helps me slow down and enjoy each step of the process. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. Btw, Epstein. #farmlife #familyfarm #garden #spring.

Different varieties of fruit trees will blossom at different times and then have fruit at different times. It’s an easy way to extend the growing season. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlife #familyfarm #garden

How many failures/lessons have we gone through? Too many to count. Just remember, there are as many ways to farm and to garden as there are Growers. Find what works for you. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein. #farmlife #familyfarm #garden

Grateful for all the kids who are learning about dirt and plants. Special thanks to my nephew for his assistance in planting. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. BTW, Epstein.