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Isbell's Pumpkin Farm

Leighton, AL

At a glance

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Address
2998 Aycock Cemetery Road, Leighton, AL, 35646
Activities
πŸŽƒ Pumpkins
Typical season
Sep to Oct (pumpkins, varies by farm)
Listing updated
Feb 2024
Email
isbellspumpkinfarm@gmail.com
Contact details from
USDA Local Food Directories
Social
Facebook
County
Colbert County, AL
Hardiness zone
USDA zone 8a
Source
USDA Local Food Directories

Picking weather

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Weather only. It does not tell you whether the farm is open, so check hours with the farm.

Make a day of it

  • Playground 4.9 mi
  • Gas station Exxon 6.5 mi
  • 1 place to eat within 5 mi Brick House Cafe

Farmers markets nearby

  • Franklin County Farmers' Market Russellville Β· 10.3 mi
  • Spring Park Market Tuscumbia Β· 11.5 mi
  • Town Creek Farmers' Market Town Creek Β· 12.1 mi

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Nearby places from OpenStreetMap (straight-line distance). Markets and CSAs from the USDA Local Food Directories.

Weather here in a typical year

Nov here: highs around 63Β°F, lows around 40Β°F, about 4.5 in of rain, 10.3 hours of daylight.

  • 🌱 Last spring frostMar 31
  • πŸ‚ First fall frostNov 4
  • β˜€οΈ Frost-free season221 days
  • 🧭 Hardiness zone8a

NOAA 1991-2020 Climate Normals, Russellville #2, AL station (10 mi); USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map 2023 (USDA-ARS, Oregon State University PRISM). Averages, not a forecast. Crops ripen earlier after warm springs.

What you can pick here

Typical US ranges from extension service crop calendars, not this farm's own dates. Seasons shift by region and weather, so check with the farm.

Before you go

  • Check that it is open. Search for the farm's current hours: hours and crops change with the weather.
  • Bring cash and a card. Some farms take only one.
  • Water, sun protection and closed-toe shoes.
  • Boots that can get muddy
  • A wagon or sturdy bag for heavy pumpkins, if allowed
  • Hand wipes
  • Ask about pets before you bring a dog.

More tips: your first u-pick visit.

How to pick like a pro

  • Is it ripe?

    Look for an even, deep color, a hard rind your fingernail cannot dent, and a dry, firm stem.

  • How to pick

    Cut the vine with pruners and leave 3 to 4 inches of stem. Carry pumpkins from underneath, never by the stem.

  • Best time to go

    Late September to mid October for the best selection. Go after a few dry days; patches get muddy after rain.

  • Keep it fresh

    Uncarved pumpkins last 2 to 3 months in a cool, dry spot. Carved ones last about a week.

Farm country: Colbert County

Colbert County had 500 farms in the latest USDA Census of Agriculture (2022). Of those, 19 sold food straight to the public and 3 earned money from agritourism like u-pick and tours.

USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service, 2022 Census of Agriculture. Some county numbers are withheld to protect individual farms.

Check hours before you go. Listings come from public directories and many were last updated in 2024.

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Questions about Isbell's Pumpkin Farm

Is Isbell's Pumpkin Farm open today?

We do not track live hours. Check with the farm before you go. Our listing comes from public directories and was last updated Feb 2024.

When is the season at Isbell's Pumpkin Farm?

Pumpkins typically run Sep to Oct in much of the US. Exact dates depend on the farm, the region and the weather, so confirm with the farm.

Where is Isbell's Pumpkin Farm?

The listing gives the address as 2998 Aycock Cemetery Road, Leighton, AL, 35646. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn directions.

Can I bring my dog to Isbell's Pumpkin Farm?

Pet rules vary by farm and by field. Many u-pick farms do not allow dogs in picking areas for food safety. Ask the farm before you go.

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