Hennigar's Farm Market
Farm · Nova Scotia — Cape Breton
A Greenwich farm market near Wolfville that stays open through winter, selling fresh produce, baked goods and ice cream year round. In season it runs a sunflower u-pick, with the Annapolis Valley's apple orchards spread along the highway nearby.
Don’t miss
Plan your visit
Color nearby peaks: October 14–October 18
Color builds from October 1 · mostly bare by November 5
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Hennigar's Farm Market’s own coordinates and elevation (7 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
Hennigar's Farm Market on the map
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Scenic drivePeak October 10
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Frequently asked
- When does Hennigar's Farm Market peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for October 14–October 18 (best estimate October 16). Color starts around October 1 and is mostly bare by November 5.
- What is Hennigar's Farm Market best for?
- A farm-market stop in Annapolis Valley apple country.
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