...from the rich orchard heritage of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains
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Owner, Bud Shelton, shows two of the over 200 varieties of heirloom apples that are cultivated at Rural Ridge Orchard.
Rural Ridge Orchard is dedicated to exploring the varieties of apple that can thrive in Albemarle County, Virginia. Thomas Jefferson experimented with 18 or more varieties of apples at Monticello, only a few miles from our orchard. Rural Ridge grows several of the varieties he chose, as well as other old-fashioned varieties that offer delightful alternatives to the half dozen varieties currently available in grocery stores.
A panorama view of the main house and surrounding orchard.
Come explore the varieties of apples we offer, try our workshops on growing and using different types of apples, order from our store, or come join us in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains for one of our special events. Click here for a map and directions to our location.
If you would like to hear about upcoming workshops and events, sign our Guest Book and we will keep you informed via e-mail. PLEASE NOTE: We do not share your e-mail address with anyone. Any information you provide is strictly confidential.
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Vintage Virginia Apples, P.O. Box 210, North Garden, VA 22959 | phone: 434.297.ADAM (434-297-2326)