For an apple picking day or a ride in the country, come visit us in the picturesque Oka region in the Lower Laurentians
You'll discover….
A quiet site… 1km on the foot of the mountain where you'll be able to gaze at the valley up to Lake of Two-Mountains.
Apples… Nearly a dozen varieties,
from the well known [Paulared, Lobo, McIntosh, Spartan, Cortland, Empire]
to the new trends [Honey Crisp, Gala, Sunrise, Delcorf, Ginger Gold, PrimeGold].
Growned with care, in the best agricultural practices, to offer you a local fruit that's juicy and tasty!
Activities… The pick your own apples: you choose and pick your own!
Enjoyment for both young and older crowds : tractor rides, picnic areas, playgrounds, small farm, pumpkins…
The country boutique… for its apple fares ( juices, pies, jellies etc.) honey, maple and other delicious regional products.
For a family outing or a quiet day, the Verger Cœur de Pomme is an excellent occasion to "see", "pick" and "taste" Autumn!
Come enjoy !
OPEN :
Week-Ends only (Saturday, Sunday and holidays),
from Labour Day to Thanksgiving,
from 9h00 to 17h00
[ Please, note that we are closed to the public on week days ]
SEASON: slightly early
This year's picking calendar will slightly be ahead of a normal season.
Check for the weekly updates on
The Apples page to ensure your favorite variety is available.
A bountiful harvest awaits you.
For more info on available varieties, fruit ripeness or suggested use, refer to our section
The Apples or
the descriptive chart.
TASTES ...
You think apples are all alike ? Sample them at the stand : tart or with a taste of honey or pear... Discover the newcomers or rediscover the classics !
HONEY CRISP:
When will you be able to pick it ? : Starting September 22th 2012.
You can't wait that long ? Try the Delfcorf ; Crunchy, juicy, sweet and ready beginning of September !
OTHER FRUITS from our ORCHARD (available at the stand)
PLUMS: An exclusive new hybrid, developed by our consultant …. Oka's Pearl ( a small sweet and purple plum, to eat in one bite !)
PEARS: the Flemish Beauty : crunchy, tasty and excellent preservation in the refrigerator. Make some provisions.
PUMPKINS: at the stand (end of September).
Newly planted
So we can offer you what's trendy ( such as the Honey Crisp, Gala and Prime Gold) or to simply improve the quality of our orchard, we are planting new apple trees.
In the last 5 years, it's more than 7000 new apple trees that have been planted.
On your next visit, keep your eyes open; you could get to see the orchard's nursery, our newly planted fields or learn about top grafting ...