A few weeks ago during the harvest season, I took the trip up to a South Florida strawberry farm; The Girls U-Pick Strawberry Farm in Delray Beach, FL. At first glance, you wouldn’t expect the Girls U-Pick to have the location that it does. Nestled into a typical strip mall, once inside, one is pleasantly surprised. The farm contains hundreds of rows of strawberry plants for picking. Done in an innovative hydroponic method of planting, there is no need to bend down in the dirt to pick your organic delicacies. Spin the plant around to find more strawberries for a one-of-a-kind picking experience.
Strawberries are not the only thing The Girls has to offer. There are animals dispersed across the grounds as well. From talking birds, to two donkeys named Romeo and Juliet, swans, tortoises, and more. There are also pineapple trees for purchase ($10), as well as other blooming trees and vegetables. The farm is the perfect size as to not be overwhelmed when picking and walking through the grounds. Unfortunately, when I visited the strawberries were not in season, but I will definitely be back to pick some when they are. The strawberry season starts at the end of November, and usually runs until April.
They also have a country store with a wide assortment of homemade jams and jellies, ice cream, fresh squeezed orange juice, sweets, and much more. Even an Amish brand of soaps and body lotions made from goat milk called Edna Lucille.
Down the street is The Boy’s farmers market, where you can get fresh home grown products for a great price.They also sell some of The Girls products as well. Both The Girls U-Pick and The Boys Farmers Market are owned by the Palermo’s, a family that has been in the produce and market business their entire lives.
I purchased a tasty zucchini bread, fresh avocado, and freshly cut pineapple. There is a wide assortment of coffee beans, teas, fish, and even a take-home section of already prepared hot food to enjoy at home. Not to mention some massive pumpkins!
The Boys and The Girls are both fun, great places to visit. I will be reporting back with part II once strawberries are in season!
Located at:
1446 S. Military Trail, Suite 3
Delray Beach, FL 33484
Hours: 9:30 to 5:00 PM. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday during off-season.
For more information, visit www.thegirlsstrawberryupick.com
To find other strawberry picking farms in South Florida or near you, visit PickYourOwn.org.
Check out pictures of my visit to The Girls and The Boys below
The Girls U-Pick Strawberry Farm
Not far from my own back yard being in Delray Beach. I hadn’t heard of the place before & it has such a unique name. When I get back to South Florida, it sounds like a must do; plus, it will be in the height of season. Maybe it would be a good thing to do for Thanksgiving. The kids and family are off. Plus, not only do they have strawberries but other ingredients to vamp up the holiday menu.
Ms Traveling Pants
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