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Nestled in the Sierra Nevada Foothills.

Near the Sierra foothill town of Placerville, just off the beaten path between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe are the Apple Hill Growers. We are an agriculture community with a rich history in farming and winemaking where a new generation of growers invites you to share the experience with your family and friends.

Delicious, sweet apples are just the beginning.

Representing over 50 local, family farms, the Apple Hill Growers are dedicated to supporting agriculture in our community.  Founded in 1964 with just 16 apple ranches, we’ve now grown to include unique fruit & vegetable farms, bakeshops, wineries, a Bed & Breakfast Inn, flower gardens, and Christmas tree farms. Our winding roads and scenic beauty have been a popular destination for over 50 years.   Come enjoy the fruits of our Apple Hill Growers any time of year!

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We wish to thank @mysmud for partnering with us on Lavender Blue Days. We’re grateful for their ongoing support of our events and our growers!⁠
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Visit the Crystal Basin Recreation Area (just east of the Apple Hill Farms) for outdoor recreation like hiking, camping and water sports.⁠
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Learn more at smud.org/CrystalBasin.⁠
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#AppleHill #MySMUD #Sponsor #ThankYou
Lavender Blue Days are THIS weekend! Enjoy activities, treats, drinks, and more at our farms (several of which are opening special for this event!) including:
 
💜 @bluestonemeadow: U-pick lavender, cut your own lavender bouquets, locally made products, lavender labyrinth, Kid Zone, and Lavender Answer Guy. $5 per car admission.
 
🫐 @24carrotfarm: They’ll have organic lavender plants, fresh organic blueberries and strawberries, organic blueberry plants, and fresh baked goods. 
 
💜@delfinofarms: Joan’s Apple Bakery will feature Strawberry Rhubarb, Strawberry, Cherry, and Blueberry desserts for Lavender Blue Days.  Enjoy a wine tasting at Edio Vineyards and end your visit with a seasonal treat from Joan’s Apple Bakery. 
 
🫐 @grandpascellar: lavender-themed baked goods and flights (see our earlier post for the deets on the flights!).
 
💜@harris_tree_farm: They’ll have lavender mini donuts, lavender lemonade, slushies and other lavender and blueberry pastries, along with live music and more!
 
🫐 @hiddenstar.applehill: Sample hard and fresh sparkling Blueberry-Lavender Cider, blueberry-lavender cider donuts and blueberry-lavender cobbler.
 
💜@jrf_brewery: They’re featuring a special Blueberry Pancake Brunch, Blueberry a Hot Honey Dessert Pizza, Blueberry Ale and Lavender Lemonade Hard Seltzer Slushies
 
🫐 @lavacapwinery: Savor their wines in their Lavender covered garden! Outside food is allowed, and picnic tables are available on a first come first served basis. 
 
💜 @pineomineranch: They’ll have live music, serving food, shakes and signature blueberry lavender lemon cocktail and mocktail that can be enjoyed in their picnic area.

🫐 @rucksack_cellars: Mention Lavender Days and receive a 2 for 1 tasting flight!
 
💜 @smokey_ridge_ranch: Their signature lavender sangria as well as lavender flower bouquets will be available.

🫐 @starfieldvineyards: Self-guided wine flights, wine specials, and more!
 
💜@wavwinesofficial Mention Lavender Blue Harvest Days to receive a 33% discount on select wine purchases.

See more at https://applehill.com/event/lavender-blue-harvest-days/all/
 
#AppleHill #LavenderBlue #AppleHillOfficial
There are so many delicious ways to enjoy the flavors of our Lavender Blue Harvest Days (coming up on June 21-22 and 28-29). One of our favorites is in Lavender Blueberry Shortbread Bars! ⁠
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This simple yet impressive dessert combines fragrant lavender with juicy blueberries over a rich shortbread base. Get the recipe below! 👇⁠
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💜 🫐Lavender Blueberry Shortbread Bars Recipe⁠
**Ingredients**⁠
For the shortbread base:⁠
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened⁠
½ cup granulated sugar⁠
2 cups all-purpose flour⁠
¼ tsp salt⁠
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For the blueberry topping:⁠
2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries⁠
1 tablespoon lemon juice⁠
1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender⁠
⅓ cup sugar⁠
2 tsp cornstarch⁠
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**Instructions**⁠
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or line with parchment paper.⁠
Make the shortbread: In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add flour and salt and mix until a crumbly dough forms. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan in an even layer. Bake for 20 minutes or until lightly golden.⁠
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Prepare the topping: While the crust bakes, combine blueberries, lemon juice, lavender, sugar, and cornstarch in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat for about 5–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the berries burst and the mixture thickens slightly.⁠
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Assemble and bake: Pour the blueberry mixture over the hot shortbread crust and spread evenly. Return to the oven and bake for another 15 minutes.⁠
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Cool and enjoy: Let the bars cool completely before slicing. Chill in the fridge for easier cutting. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.⁠
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Like, save, and share this post, and be sure to follow @applehillofficial for more delicious inspiration!⁠
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#AppleHill #Recipe #DessertRecipe #RecipeoftheDay #LavenderBlue
Cheers to National #DonutDay 🍩 – anyone else missing @highhillranch_applehill donuts? ⁠
📷 @barefoot_positivity ⁠
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#AppleHill #Donuts #CiderDonuts
Psst, thinking about getting tickets to our upcoming Farm to Fork Dinner on July 12? Consider this a friendly reminder to reserve your spot now. Tickets are selling fast!⁠
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Ticket info at the link in bio.⁠
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#AppleHill #FarmtoForkDinner ⁠
Who’s dreaming of u-pick blueberries? 🫐 Rainbow Orchards is now taking reservations for 2025 You Pick Blueberries at Rainbow Camino!⁠
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🗓️ Dates: June 21, 22, 28, 29, 2025 ⁠
📍 Rainbow Camino Ridge (NOT Rainbow Orchards!): 3010 Snows Rd. at Fuji Ct., Camino 95709. ⁠
🎟️ Reservations available at the link in our bio. ⁠
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#AppleHill #RainbowCamino #UPick #Blueberries #YouPick #SummerFruit⁠
Today, we honor all the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸 #MemorialDay #WeRemember⁠
GREAT NEWS! 🎉 @pineomineranch reopens this weekend on Saturday, May 24! Featuring all the things you love about the ranch, including live music, family fun, new beverages (like @northcanyonciderco!) and more!⁠
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Hours:⁠
Sat-Sun 11-7⁠
Love jazz music? 🎺  Don’t miss Mike’s 6th annual Jazz Jubilee at Wofford Acres Vineyards on Saturday, May 24. Enjoy live music, award-winning small-batch wines, BBQ, and gorgeous canyon views! 🍷⁠
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Here's the fine print:⁠
🧺 Picnics and low-profile chairs are welcome. No outside alcohol permitted.⁠
🚗 Parking is limited, so please carpool if possible. No reservations needed or accepted, and the tables are first come first served.⁠
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#AppleHillOfficial #WoffordAcresVineyards #JazzJubilee⁠

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