October now feels like an extension of summer. As we adjust to this "new normal", nature needs adjusting as well. Melons are still sweet, but will be finishing up soon. We are starting to see the beginning of the persimmon with the satsuma mandarins and meyer lemons at their heel. An assortment of winter squash is adorning the landscape, pumpkin patches are open for the families to visit. Fall is here!
We proudly offer an impressive selection of fall and winter produce, with persimmons as our true specialty. Our trees, some dating back to the early 1900s, yield exceptional varieties like Fuyu, known for their sweet, crunchy texture and delightful maple undertones. Our Fuyu may be smaller than what you might expect, as they come from Japanese varieties like Maru . For enthusiasts, Hachiya persimmons are ideal, and they play a crucial role in crafting "Hoshigaki," a beautiful Japanese tradition. You may already be familiar with our specialty, the Amagaki persimmon, developed by Howard Nakae, a second-generation farmer at Twin Peaks Orchards. He is a true legend in the agricultural community here in Placer County and beyond, and our legacy is strengthened thanks to his visionary leadership.
Satsuma mandarins from Placer County have special qualities not found in mandarins grown in other counties. We will be offering the favorite citrus from November to mid-winter.
Fall & Winter Crops
Staring in November and continuing into early March, these varieties include persimmons like Fuyu, Hachiya and our specialty Amagaki Persimmons. Citrus both large and small include favorites like Satsuma mandarins, Meyer lemons, Moro blood oranges as well as more common varieties such as navel oranges, tangerines, and grapefuits. We also offer unusual varieties like Pomello grapefuits and mandarinquats!