Offerings
Bennett Orchards offers 18 different varieties of tree ripened-pick your own-peaches and nectarines, with the harvest usually beginning in early July and continuing through the end of August. Popular varieties such as the "Blushing Star" white peach, the "Fantasia" nectarine and the "Loring" yellow peach are some of the mouth-watering treats featured at Bennett Orchards.
Located in southeastern Sussex County, Delaware, Bennett Orchards is able to take advantage of the Delmarva Peninsula's unique climate and soil to offer you this tree ripened fruit for a short period of time each summer. The fruit comes from trees that are carefully pampered, nurtured through spring frosts and irrigated during summer dryness as well as the harvest season.
Off Farm Sales
If you do not care to pick, smaller quantities of our fruit are seasonally available at locally owned grocery stores and produce stands. We also participate in the MARYLAND SHORE FRESH FARMERS MARKETS in Ocean City and Berlin. Locate JERRY "THE PEACH MAN". In addition, we participate in the four COASTAL DELAWARE FARMERS MARKETS located in Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Bethany Beach, and Fenwick Island. WARREN'S STATION in Fenwick Island features "Fresh Peach Pie" made with our peaches so enjoy a summer treat with a delicious meal. Always ask for Bennett Peaches by name when purchasing.
Availability
To find out when our season begins or when your favorite variety will be available for picking ALWAYS CALL THE DAY YOU ARE COMING to make sure we are open and to avoid disappointment as our hours may vary according to weather and field conditions.
 Some favorite recipes from Bennett Orchards...
HOW TO FREEZE PEACHES/NECTARINES
In our experience the best results are obtained by using Fruit Fresh ® which is available at local grocery stores. Follow directions on the label. Sliced or halved peeled peaches freeze well in ziplock freezer bags. Nectarines do not need to be peeled before freezing. |
PEACH COBBLER
For ease of preparation, we recommend using our own BENNETT ORCHARDS OLD FASHIONED PEACH COBBLER MIX which may also be used to make delicious peach shortcake. Simply follow the directions on the package. This mix is available at our orchard location.
GLAZED PEACH PIE
4 cups sliced fresh peaches
1/2 cup water
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon butter
9" baked pie shell
Crush enough peaches to make one cup, leaving rest to slice. Combine crushed peaches with water. sugar and cornstarch. Cook until clear (2-3 minutes) stirring occasionally. Add butter, cool slightly. Fill baked pie shell with sliced peaches. Pour glaze mixture over peaches. Chill at least two hours.
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GRILLED PEACHES
Peel and slice large peaches into halves. Baste with a mixture of melted margarine and cinnamon. Grill approximately 3 - 5 minutes on each side or until done. Do not overcook. These are delicious with grilled pork chops or chicken.
When you visit our orchard, be sure to request our current recipe sheet.
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