Jefferson Orchard and Greenhouse
Contact & location
Dunkerton, IA 50626
Where Jefferson Orchard and Greenhouse is located
Head into Dunkerton, IA and you'll come across Jefferson Orchard and Greenhouse on the surrounding farmland. It's a family-run corner of Iowa's harvest scene and easy to reach for anyone within an hour of town.
Most guests punch 9529 East Dunkerton Road, Dunkerton into their phone and let GPS do the work, the entrance is signed from the road and there's a parking area once you turn in.
Plan on making it a mini road trip. The surrounding Black Hawk County back roads are worth the detour in fall color, and Dunkerton itself usually has a farmers market or cider stop within a few minutes of the orchard.
Weather at Jefferson Orchard and Greenhouse
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
Jefferson Orchard and Greenhouse is a working apple orchard in Dunkerton, Iowa. The listing below pulls together the practical details visitors ask about most, location, contact info, and whatever hours, varieties, or activities the farm has confirmed with us.
Pick-Your-Own Apples at Jefferson Orchard and Greenhouse
Pick-your-own is available at Jefferson Orchard and Greenhouse during the harvest window. Guests walk the rows, pick straight from the tree, and settle up at the farm stand.
On-Farm Activities
Best Time to Visit
Apple season at Jefferson Orchard and Greenhouse tracks the rest of Iowa. Most fruit ripens between late August and late October. For photographers and casual pickers alike, the first three weekends of October tend to be the sweet spot, cooler mornings, changing leaves, and the widest variety selection.
Peak-weekend crowds cluster around lunchtime, so either come early (before 10 a.m.) or late (after 3 p.m.) to skip the busiest hour. Weekdays are the most relaxed by a wide margin.
What to Bring
- • Cash (backup for the farm stand)
- • Closed-toe walking shoes
- • A light jacket or flannel
- • Sunscreen and a hat
- • Water bottles for the walk
- • Reusable bags for the ride home
- • A camera or phone charged for photos
- • Small bills for cider and donuts
Where Jefferson Orchard and Greenhouse is located
Head into Dunkerton, IA and you'll come across Jefferson Orchard and Greenhouse on the surrounding farmland. It's a family-run corner of Iowa's harvest scene and easy to reach for anyone within an hour of town.
Most guests punch 9529 East Dunkerton Road, Dunkerton into their phone and let GPS do the work, the entrance is signed from the road and there's a parking area once you turn in.
Plan on making it a mini road trip. The surrounding Black Hawk County back roads are worth the detour in fall color, and Dunkerton itself usually has a farmers market or cider stop within a few minutes of the orchard.
Weather at Jefferson Orchard and Greenhouse
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Jefferson Orchard and Greenhouse offer pick-your-own apples?+
Yes. Jefferson Orchard and Greenhouse runs pick-your-own during the apple harvest. Guests walk the rows, pick straight from the tree, and pay at the farm stand.
What else is there to do at Jefferson Orchard and Greenhouse?+
Beyond picking, Jefferson Orchard and Greenhouse offers pick-your-own.
Data source: Google Places · Confidence: High
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