Whether it’s heading out to your favorite pumpkin patch or traversing a corn maze, every family has its own unique fall traditions. If your autumn itinerary is looking a little bare, we’ve got the perfect addition. Nestled on Wine Road 290 in Fredericksburg, Jenschke Orchards trades its iconic peaches for pumpkins during the harvest season. Their fall festival features a variety of family-friendly activities, but today, we’re highlighting the indulgent pumpkin ice cream. It’s churned by hand right here on the orchard, making for a sweet treat bursting with fall flavor.
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Best known for their plump and juicy peaches, Jenschke Orchards is also a can’t-miss fall destination. With a pumpkin patch, corn maze, and all sorts of homemade treats, the family owned and operated farm promises to make this season one to remember.
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Just like their iconic peach and strawberry flavors, the pumpkin ice cream at Jenschke Orchards is churned by hand right here on the farm. The time-honored family recipe uses fresh pumpkin and cozy autumn spices, each spoonful evoking feelings of comfort and warmth.
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Pie and ice cream are like peas in a pod, and as Thanksgiving approaches, the orchard starts baking up a storm. From pumpkin to pecan, and even cobblers made with homegrown fruit, there’s always something in the oven.
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Food isn’t the only way Jenschke Orchards celebrates fall! They also have a pick-your-own pumpkin patch that extends far as the eye can see.
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With pumpkins of all shapes, colors, and sizes, rest-assured your family will find a perfect fit - the selection is truly endless.
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Other attractions include a five-acre corn maze and corn box, which is like a ball pit, but with corn kernels instead. Little ones have a blast jumping in!
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Don’t forget to stop by the farm store on your way out. In addition to charming fall decor, you’ll also see a slew of homemade goodies like pumpkin butter, blackberry syrup, and famous Fredericksburg pecans.
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Field hours are 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Thursday-Monday, and store hours are 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Thursday-Monday. Visit the orchard’s website or Facebook page to learn more.
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Have you ever tried the pumpkin ice cream from Jenschke Orchards? If so, what did you think? Let us know, and check out our previous article for another fall activity your entire family is sure to enjoy.
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Address: Jenschke Orchards, 8301 US-290, Fredericksburg, TX 78624, USA
