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Posted 8/10/2017 8:32pm by Sam Bellamy.

Beans and peas have been short and not to be found. Part of the problem with butterbeans appears to be with beans actually forming or maturing. This is a strange phenomenon and no one seems to know if it is weather related or a seed issue. We have planted a fall crop of beans and peas and hope if it is weather related we can produce speckled, green butterbeans, peas and green beans. Meanwhile we do have Dixie Lee peas now. We have been able to get white acre, brown crowder, and pinkeye peas. We have October beans ( sometimes referred to as Cranberry beans). O Henry peaches are still in season. If you have never had O Henry peaches you really should try them. Thankfully, we currently have a good supply. SnowJack white peaches are also available. We have planted fall mustard greens, carrots, turnips and sowed cabbage, collards, kohlrabi and more. Our fall crop of tomatoes is looking good. Organic wise we have sowed these as well. So we hope to have organic produce in the fall as well. Currently we have organic eggplant ( many varieties), peppers, okra, a small amount of yellow squash, potatoes and zinnias. Take advantage of the tomatoes, eggplant, pepper. All these veggies are in the same family. This is their time to shine. The eggplant is very good right now. We are just starting to bring in from the mountains some plums and apples.

Believe me we try hard to get to the bottom of things!

Get updated on Indigo Farms Aug 2

Posted 8/2/2017 9:35am by Sam Bellamy.

Peaches continue to add beauty to the summer. The quality and flavor is still very good to excellent. We have white peaches as well. Figs are coming in well right now but the celeste variety will peak real soon. There will be other figs to follow but not in volume. Our young trees are growing and if harsh winter weather does not interfere they should significantly contribute next year. Savor the tomatoes, especially the heirlooms. Take a closer look at the tomatoes and check out the little grapes that pack a full flavor. Juliet and Jasper are both small little tomatoes with red deliciousness bred in. The sunsugar and solid gold are yellow varieties. It is a good time for peanuts as well. Do any of you know how to parch peanuts. My grandfather was a pro at parching p-nuts. I recently read in a book written in the 1880s telling of how good the p-nuts were when properly parched. Eggplant and pepper season are here! We have some interesting varieties of eggplants. The Black Bianca is an Italian eggplant prized for quality. We have white eggplant in its prime now. Several versions of Asian eggplant also. If you google ( Epicurious, eggplant) you can find recipes for how to use the different eggplant types. In general the long skinny ones are good for stir fry and the white ones are most often a little sweeter. Occasionally you might see a yellow eggplant which generally is stronger in flavor. The large globe are good for the grill. For those interested in organic vegetables we have lots of the eggplants, peppers and just getting in okra. If you will call ahead we can have some set aside for you at he farm market. Sarah generally has a good supply with her at the Myrtles Market. Not enough time to tell you about the potatoes, honey, ham and other good things. A grateful heart most often makes the day sweeter.

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Indigo farms update July 28

Posted 7/28/2017 9:13am by Sam Bellamy.

This weekend is a great time for peaches! We have O Henry and Summer Lady freestone peaches. We have China Pearl white fleshed peaches also.

We have many varieties of eggplant and peppers coming off the farm . Now is the time for getting white eggplant.

Now is the time for figs.

Watermelons and tomatoes continue to bring smiles and slivers of joy to the summer.

We have some peas and beans. Speckled butter beans continue to make themselves unknown everywhere. In fact half runners , speckled butter beans are almost nowhere to be found. We are currently planting both of these varieties and other varieties for a fall crop. We will see how this works.

As that matures we can look forward to grapes coning soon , a few pawpaws should be available this year. How they escaped the March freeze still amazes me. savor the summer and enjoy every good gift God gives us.

Indigo Farms update July 10

Posted 7/10/2017 1:23pm by Sam Bellamy.

The blueberry field will be open Wednesday morning 8 to 10:30. The next picking date may be Saturday if the field is ready.

The peaches are continuing to be some of the best anywhere around. I am surprised that they are this good with the kind of late winter weather we had.

Lovers of Heirloom tomatoes your season is fast coming upon us. We are beginning to pick an increasing amount of heirlooms, German Johnson, Cherokee Purple , Mr. Stripey, Mortgage Lifter and more. We also have a variety of small tomatoes, cherry, grape, in various colors.

Organic wise we have interesting varieties of potatoes, carrots, organic tomatoes, Asian eggplant, beginning soon cantaloupes and watermelons. . Don’t forget the colorful zinnias and fragrant basil.

It is never too early to get honey. We have a good supply now where you can get honey straight from the farm.

Blueberry update July 7

Posted 7/7/2017 9:28pm by Sam Bellamy.

I apologize for not getting this email out sooner. The blueberry field will be open Sat. 8 to 10:30 in the morning. The picking is not as plentiful so take time to go the right places.

We are getting Dixie Lee peas in and if you want butter beans let us know as soon as possible. We have some very nice corn, white and bi color.

Indigo Farms update July 4

Posted 7/4/2017 9:05am by Sam Bellamy.

The farm market will be open today until 2 pm. We will open again Wed. morning at 9. Thanks to all for your support and patronage. We are committed to growing healthy food but it takes people like you who value it for us to make it work. Thank You, Have a blessed Fourth of July.

Indigo Farms Blueberry field July 2

Posted 7/2/2017 2:08pm by Sam Bellamy.

Happy Fourth of July! The blueberry field will be open Monday 8 to 10 am Monday morning.

blueberry update June 28 Indigo Farms

Posted 6/28/2017 2:08pm by Sam Bellamy.

Blueberry field will be open Friday June 30 from 8 to 9 am. Then again on Saturday 8 to 11 am. Be sure to check out all the other good fruits and veggies, sweet corn, peaches, tomatoes, etc.

Happy Fourth of July

Blueberry update June 25 Indigo farms

Posted 6/25/2017 2:13pm by Sam Bellamy.

We are heading into the fourth of July holiday time! For many it means family gatherings or getting together with friends and yes maybe seeing some fireworks. Hopefully we can revisit some of what it took to have freedom and independence.

The blueberry fields will be open Monday, 8 to 10:30. I anticipate having the fields open several days this week and especially on Saturday morning. So please stay informed via website or by calling 843-399-6902 or 910 287-9467.

Watermelons, corn, tomatoes are looking good and taste even better! If you have a reason for making the 4th have a flair I recommend trying a red white and blue potato salad. We should have the potatoes for that! It is a good thing to do to create fun and memories with kids and grandkids as they can reflect on the meaning of this holiday.

A good watermelon has to have a good HEART !

Blueberry PYO update June 20 Indigo Farms

Posted 6/20/2017 2:56pm by Sam Bellamy.

The blueberry fields will be open Wednesday morning 8 to 10. We are getting some very nice corn right now. The watermelons have been good and the peaches have been excellent. They are semi-free and delicious. Blackberries, tomatoes and more are available.