Morning Glory Orchard
Orchard · Tennessee
A second-generation family orchard south of Nashville that presses its own award-winning hard cider and runs tastings and orchard tours through the fall. On Saturdays the farm also turns out apple cider doughnuts, worth timing your visit around if you are driving down from Brentwood or Franklin.
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Plan your visit
Color nearby peaks: November 7–November 11
Color builds from October 25 · mostly bare by December 2
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Morning Glory Orchard’s own coordinates and elevation (236 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
Morning Glory Orchard on the map
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Frequently asked
- When does Morning Glory Orchard peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for November 7–November 11 (best estimate November 9). Color starts around October 25 and is mostly bare by December 2.
- What is Morning Glory Orchard best for?
- Nashville-area cider tasting south of Brentwood.
- How do I get to Morning Glory Orchard?
- The closest city is Nashville, about 19 mi away. It's part of Tennessee's fall lineup.
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