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10/26/2026

Visitors come to Julian expecting apple picking year-round. So why is our U-Pick season so short when grocery stores sell apples 365 days a year? šŸŽ

Hereā€™s the answer:
šŸŒø 12 Months of Work: Apple trees take a full year to cycle from spring blooms to fall fruit.
ā„ļø Store vs. Orchard: Commercial apples are kept in nitrogen cold storage for up to 12 months. Julian orchards can only offer U-Pick right when the fruit is naturally ripe on the branch.
ā° High Demand: Because orchards are limited by how much their trees produce and picking is SO popular the season wraps up quickly!

Planning your trip to Julian? Donā€™t get caught off guard! Follow along for All Things Julian, CA from a local.

šŸ›œ Complete guide and more local insight available on ApplePickingInJulian.com



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10/19/2026

San Diego has microclimates! šŸŒ”ļøāœØ

Many forget that San Diego County ranges from coastal beaches to alpine mountains and desert valleys, which means you can literally experience two completely different seasons in a single afternoon.

Julian, has been a crisp fall weay with 20+ mph mountain winds šŸ’Ø Drive 90 minutes down to the coast, and itā€™s a sunny 75Ā° with crystal clear skies ā˜€ļø.

šŸ“ Local Tip: Always keep a jacket or layer in your trunk if youā€™re traveling between the backcountry and the beach!



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10/16/2026

How do apple growers know exactly when fruit has reached peak sweetness? šŸŽšŸ“Š

Itā€™s a mix of timing, science, and tradition! From checking the color of the seeds inside to using Brix refractometers that measure exact sugar content, farmers look for specific signals before harvest begins.

I forgot to mention šŸ˜ you can also use iodine to do a starch test. Super simple and cool!

Apple season in Julian could be nearing the end. Start planning your trip today using my locals guide to apple picking in Julian, Ca.

Have you ever checked the seed color of your apples before eating? Let me know below! šŸ‘‡

šŸ›œ Complete guide and more local insight available on ApplePickingInJulian.com

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10/12/2026

Working on my business right now happens entirely in the in-between moments of life. šŸ•ÆļøāœØ

When I have family to help with the kids, I tackle the tasks I simply canā€™t do with little ones around.

Everything else gets squeezed in with them by my side, or in the quiet hours after they go to bed.

Do tasks 10x longer with toddlers around take patience? Absolutely. But I keep reminding myself of the beauty in this season: we get to build this at our own pace. We donā€™t have to answer to anyone.

More than anything, it is so special watching them take such a genuine interest in what Iā€™m doing. How amazing is it that they get first-hand experience seeing how to make something out of nothing and getting a front-row seat to entrepreneurship from such a young age? šŸ¤

I see how beautiful this life is šŸ™



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10/12/2026

Did you know the Julian Pie Company makes a secret spin on pumpkin pie? šŸ„§šŸ‚

As a local who usually works weekends, I almost never get to experience the weekend rush as a customer or try the weekend specials. But on a cold, rainy October Sunday, I couldnā€™t resist heading out to hunt down their legendary Pumpkin Apple Crumb Pie.

The texture combination is unreal: creamy pumpkin with apple packed underneath a warm, very crunchy crumb crust, topped with a scoop of local cinnamon ice cream. It is truly the ultimate fall dessert if youā€™re visiting the Julian this time of year.

Are you a traditional pumpkin pie fan, or would you try this apple-pumpkin mashup? Let me know in the comments! šŸ‘‡



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10/10/2026

4 things you probably didnā€™t know about apples! šŸŽšŸ‘€

Which fact surprised you the most? Let me know in the comments! šŸ‘‡

šŸ›œ Complete guide and more local insight available on ApplePickingInJulian.com

Filmed at Julian Farm and Orchard



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10/09/2026

When people learn I am a Julian local, they always ask:

Whereā€™s the best place to get pie in Julian?

I have had every version of Julian Apple Pie multiple times. I can honestly tell you every single spot in town has their own delicious recipe.

My absolute best piece of advice, especially during peak fall season? Head to whichever spot has the shortest line!

šŸ•’ Pro-Tip: Most pie shops wrap up service and close their doors around 5:00 PM, so be sure to plan your trip early in the day!

šŸ„§ Bonus Local Tip: You donā€™t have to wait for autumn to get your pie fix. Julian apple pie is baked fresh and served all year long!

Where to get apple pie in Julian, CA?

šŸ“Dudleyā€™s Bakery & Living
šŸ“Julian Pie Company
šŸ“MomsPieHouse
šŸ“California Mountain Bakery
šŸ“ Apple Alley Bakery
šŸ“The Famous Old Julian Cafe and Bakery

So Iā€™m curious: What is the LONGEST you have waited in life for pie in Julian, CA?



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10/02/2026

This is your official public service announcement: if you are wanting to pick apples in Julian, do not wait!

Demand is higher than the supply can support, and apple picking season is nearing its end.

If you want to experience u-pick apple season before the trees are picked completely clean, make your plans now!

šŸ›œ Complete guide and more local insight available on ApplePickingInJulian.com

Filmed at Julian Farm and Orchard



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09/25/2026

Before you head up to Julian for apple picking season, here are 4 things most people donā€™t know about apples grown right here in Julian, CA! šŸŽāœØ

Whether youā€™re planning a fall day trip or bringing the family for U-Pick, local mountain fruit looks and tastes a little different than what you find on grocery store shelvesā€”and for good reason:

1ļøāƒ£ Heritage vs. Modern Varieties: Our local orchards focus on historic heirloom varieties (like Jonathan, Arkansas Black, and Newton Pippin) rather than commercial mass-market apples.

2ļøāƒ£ Smaller Size: Due to local growing conditions, natural water levels, and heritage varieties, mountain apples are naturally smaller and more flavor-dense!

3ļøāƒ£ Unique Shapes: Commercial growers often spray pollen to produce uniform shapes. In Julian, our fruit is naturally pollinated by local bees, giving each apple its own unique character! šŸ

4ļøāƒ£ Codling Moth Marks: You might spot a tiny hole or superficial blemish from codling mothsā€”donā€™t throw it out! Simply cut around it; the rest of the apple is perfectly delicious, fresh, and safe to eat. šŸ

šŸ’” BONUS TIP: Heading up the mountain soon? Visit ApplePickingInJulian.com for current orchard hours, U-Pick updates, and a localā€™s guide to planning your trip!

Did this video teach you something new about apples? Let me know in the comments! šŸ‘‡

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06/18/2026

The moment weā€™ve all been waiting for! šŸ„¹

We spotted the first baby turkeys of the season on our walk today. It gave us so much joy watching them run around! They are just too cute ā˜ŗļø

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