'Tis the season for cherries and here are some of the places around Adelaide where you can buy them straight from the shed door. Of course,
pick-your-own cherries are available at various locations too, but sometimes, shed door sales may be the more convenient way of obtaining these delicious stone fruits.
Montacute Valley Orchards
Established five generations ago,
Montacute Valley Orchards continues to offer high-quality cherries to this day. Cherry pies, fruit-blended ice creams, jams, honey, olive oil and other fruits are available for sale too at different times throughout the season. Do follow their
Facebook page for all the latest updates.
Kerrie's Cherries
Kerrie's Cherries is located on Yundi Road in Yundi just a short drive from the Victor Harbor Road intersection. Their sweet juicy cherries can be ordered in advance. Simply head to their
Facebook page and send them a message. Besides selling cherries, they also offer pick-your-own raspberries.
Torrens Valley Orchards
As its name suggests,
Torrens Valley Orchards is nestled in the beautiful Torrens Valley. They produce a broad range of cherries including the Earlise, Simone, Lapin and Skeena varieties. Their packing shed in Gumeracha is open for direct sales to the public. Both first grade and seconds are available, as well as various sizes from medium to extra large. The cherries are fresh, sweet and succulent. You can also buy them
online if you prefer.
Woods Hill Orchard
For those living near Ashton, why not support local and grab some cherries from Woods Hill Orchard this season! They'll keep you informed as to when shed door sales are available via their
Facebook page.
Lennane Orchards
Located at 814D Montacute Road,
Lennane Orchards grows a range of fruits including cherries, plums, apricots, lemons and berries. Their great-tasting cherries can be purchased in any quantity you desire. There is also a cafe onsite serving cakes, coffee, tea, milkshakes and freshly blended fruit ice cream. Opening hours are from 9am to 5pm every day but do double-check their
website and
Facebook page before visiting.
Fleurieu Cherries
Fleurieu Cherries sells up to twenty different cherry varieties, as well as some cherry products, from their farm gate at Pages Flat. Pre-orders are encouraged to ensure you don't miss out, especially right before Christmas. All you need to do is email info@fleurieucherries.com with your order details and set a date for pick-up. You'll pay when you collect your cherries.
