I made the decision this summer to stop buying produce from supermarkets and start supporting my local farm stands. Sunrise Gardens, located on Rt 58, is one of the closest to my home.
Merchandise:
-seasonal vegetables and fruits. Check the signage to determine if it was grown by Sunrise Gardens. I do appreciate that they offer items not grown on site, such as onions and potatoes, so that I don't have to make a separate trip to the grocery store to round out my produce purchases.
-jams/jellies
-crafts
-lots of seasonal items (corn stalks, pumpkins, gourds)
-entire greenhouses full of flowers
Cost:
-I've found that by purchasing local, I'm not spending that much more on produce (like, cents more). The quality more than makes up for the few pennies more.
-credit/debit cards accepted for purchases over $5
Staff:
-every interaction I've had with the staff at Sunrise Gardens has been incomparably pleasant. They are talkative, friendly, but not overbearing. You can shop and browse without interruption, if that's your thing.
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