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Iowa Orchard
U-pick apples, pumpkins, sunflowers and strawberries in Granger, Iowa
From the farm's website
The farm's own words, quoted as posted on its website, with the page each line comes from and the day we read it. Seasons, hours and prices change: check with the farm before you go.
U-pick
“Apple picking is available Labor Day weekend through mid-October in our Urbandale orchard located at 9875 Meredith Drive.”
Source: iowaorchard.com/u-pick-apples, checked October 6, 2026
“Iowa Orchard U-Pick Berry Patch is located at 13140 NW 102 nd Avenue in Granger on the south side of Highway 141.”
Source: iowaorchard.com/u-pick-strawberries, checked October 6, 2026
“Have fun picking your own pumpkin out of our pre-cut selection lined up in the front yard.”
Source: iowaorchard.com/iowa-orchard-tours-and-activities, checked October 6, 2026
Season
“Iowa Orchard berry season starts early June with STRAWBERRY (NOW OVER FOR 2026) , followed by RASPBERRY and SUNFLOWER PICKING in late June.”
Source: iowaorchard.com/u-pick-strawberries, checked October 6, 2026
Crops and picking times
“1st week of September: Premier Honeycrisp, Blondee, Gala, and McIntosh”
Source: iowaorchard.com/u-pick-apples, checked October 6, 2026
“Enjoy the apple picking at Iowa Orchard!”
Source: iowaorchard.com/u-pick-apples, checked October 6, 2026
“Depending on the weather and size of the crop, strawberry picking should last through most of June, and raspberry season through July.”
Source: iowaorchard.com/u-pick-strawberries, checked October 6, 2026
Hours
“9 AM – 5 PM Tuesday through Sunday”
Source: iowaorchard.com/u-pick-apples, checked October 6, 2026
“Our farm market is open Tuesday-Sunday 9 am-6 pm and offers over 20 varieties of apples, from customer favorite Honeycrisp to an old-fashioned Jonathan.”
Source: iowaorchard.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Pumpkin Patch is open Tuesday-Sunday 9 am-6 pm late September through Halloween.”
Source: iowaorchard.com, checked October 6, 2026
Prices
“Admission is $5 per person (infants are free of charge) and is purchased at the gate.”
“The $5 entry fee covers our additional expenses associated with running the u-pick operation compared to offering traditional, pre-picked fruit.”
Source: iowaorchard.com/u-pick-apples, checked October 6, 2026
“Admission is $5 a person (kids 2 and younger are free).”
Source: iowaorchard.com/u-pick-strawberries, checked October 6, 2026
“U-pick strawberries are $5/lb if less than 10 lb is picked, and $4/lb for 10 lb and more.”
“Pre-picked raspberries are $10/pint.”
“Pre-picked strawberries are approx $10/lb.”
“A quart is usually 1.25-1.35 lb, so our price for 1 pre-picked quart is $12.00.”
“A flat holds 6 quarts, so it costs $72.”
Source: iowaorchard.com/u-pick-strawberries, checked October 6, 2026
Before you go
“Your pet must be on a leash and well-behaved.”
“We take cash, Debit, Credit, WIC, Senior, and personal checks.”
Source: iowaorchard.com/u-pick-apples, checked October 6, 2026
“Picking containers and carriers will be provided at the check-in for your convenience.”
“As strawberries grow low to the ground, no pets are allowed in the patch to avoid contamination.”
“If you are an owner of a service dog, please, let us know how we can help to accommodate you to the best of our ability.”
“An emotional support animal is not a service animal.”
Source: iowaorchard.com/u-pick-strawberries, checked October 6, 2026
Besides picking
“The tractor ride will take you to the furthest spots on the farm for a "less walking and more picking" experience.”
“However, the tractor ride is only available during strawberry season.”
“While here during strawberry season, you can also enjoy our mini cider donuts made hot to order, strawberry apple cider slushies, and strawberry donut shortcake!”
Source: iowaorchard.com/u-pick-strawberries, checked October 6, 2026
What you can pick
- Apples · Sep–Oct
- Pumpkins
- Sunflowers · Jun
- Strawberries
- Raspberries
Crops and months read from the lines quoted above; a crop with no months is one the farm names without a picking window.
| Crop | How | Months | When (farm) | Varieties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apples | U-pick | September–October“Labor Day weekend through mid-October” | – | |
| Pumpkins | U-pick | Not stated | – | |
| Sunflowers | U-pick | June“late June” | – | |
| Strawberries | U-pick & pre-picked | Not stated | – | |
| Raspberries | U-pick & pre-picked | Not stated | – |
At a glance
- Address
- 13140 NW 102nd Ave, Granger, IA 50109Polk County
Besides picking
- Cider donuts
- Apple cider
- Wagon rides
Iowa Orchard: questions
Does Iowa Orchard have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "Apple picking is available Labor Day weekend through mid-October in our Urbandale orchard located at 9875 Meredith Drive."
When can you pick apples at Iowa Orchard?
September–October, in the farm's words "Labor Day weekend through mid-October", according to the farm's website (checked October 6, 2026). Picking depends on the weather and the crop: check with the farm before you go.
When can you pick sunflowers at Iowa Orchard?
June, in the farm's words "late June", according to the farm's website (checked October 6, 2026). Picking depends on the weather and the crop: check with the farm before you go.