CONSUMER SERVICES
Henrico County
A THYME TO PLANT AT LAVENDER FIELDS HERB FARM
Stan and Nicole Schermerhorn
11300 Winfrey Road, Glen Allen, VA 23059
804.262.7167; FAX 804.262.3347
E-mail: admin@athymetoplant.com
Directions: From I-95, take the I-295/I-64 west exit 84B (towards Charlottesville). From I-295, take the Woodman Road north exit 45A. Turn right on Greenwood, then take the first left on Winfrey (dead end). Go all the way toward the end of the road (0.8 mile). We are on the left-hand side.
Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday, March-August; 9 a.m. -5 p.m., Tuesday-Friday, September-December 24.
Special Comments: We grow and sell more than 200 varieties of herbs. Our retail shop features herbs, honey produced from hives on the farm and a variety of gifts featuring lavender and gardening needs. We offer a variety of classes on all aspects of herb growing and use. Herb Faires - 9 a.m.-5 p.m., May 15-16 and September 25-26, 2009. A two-day event featuring classes, tours, demonstrations and sales.
Products: Herbs and herb plants.
THE BERRY PATCH
William and Marilyn Gallmeyer
3622 Darbytown Ct., Richmond, VA 23231
804.737.8023
Directions: From I-64, exit 195, south on Laburnum Avenue, 3.6 miles. Turn left on Darbytown Road. Go 2.4 miles; turn left at strawberry sign on Darbytown Ct., follow to end.
Hours: 8 a.m.-8 p.m., daily.
Special Comments: Containers furnished. Children welcome to pick with parents or play in shaded area with toys supplied. Assistance to handicapped. Pick-your-own vegetables also available during strawberry season.
Products: Pick-your-own strawberries, peas, spinach, beets, onions and various types of lettuce. Also fresh peony flower blooms available.
THE PUMPKIN PATCH
William and Marilyn Gallmeyer
4506 Millers Lane, Richmond, VA 23231
804.737.8023
Directions: From I-64, exit 195, south on Laburnum Avenue, one block, turn right at first stoplight on Gay Avenue. Go 1/4 mile to next intersection and turn right on Millers Lane. We are located on corner.
Hour: October Pumpkin Sales, 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m., daily; July-September - corn sales and fresh vegetables, 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m., daily.
Special Comments: In October, hayrides to picking field; educational tours for large groups and school groups by reservation only. Pick your own or purchase from produce stand. Wholesale pumpkins and winter squash also available.
Products: Mini pie and Jack-o-Lantern or giant pumpkins; Indian corn, corn stalks, straw bales, fall decorations, flowers and salad greens. A variety of farm animals for petting and viewing. Fun straw maze, shaded picnic area available. July-September, fresh Silver Queen corn and other types of sweet corn, fresh vegetables and cut flowers available.
LAKESIDE FARMERS’ MARKET
Peter L. Francisco
6110 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, VA 23228
804.262.6593
E-mail: peter.francisco@verizon.net
Description: Outdoor farmers market offering produce and processed food items.
Directions: The market is located on Lakeside Avenue, one block south of Hilliard Road.
Hours: 8 a.m.-12 Noon and 3-7 p.m., Wednesday; 8 a.m.-12 Noon, Saturday, May-November.
WEST END FARMERS MARKET
Kris Riley
Corner of Gayton Road & Ridgefield Parkway, Henrico, VA
804.364.8213; Cell 804.564.9989
E-mail: krisriley@comcast.net
Description: 2009 is the first year for this producer-only market located in Richmond’s West End. The market features fresh local fruits and vegetables, meats, poultry, seafood, eggs, cheeses, baked goods, cut flowers and local crafts.
Directions: From I-64, take the Gaskins Road south exit. Turn right on Ridgefield Parkway and follow to Gayton Road. The market is located on the corner in front of the Gayton Centre shopping center.
Hours: 8 a.m.-12 Noon, Wednesday and Saturday, April 25-December 12.