Jul 7, 2026 | Stepp's Blog
Grape Season Is Almost Here at Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard One of our favorite times of year is just around the corner—U-Pick Grape Season! At the beginning of our fall season, our vineyard takes center stage as guests visit the orchard to harvest fresh, juicy...
Jun 4, 2026 | Stepp's Blog
Why We’re Proud to Call Henderson County “Apple Country” At Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard, apples are more than just what we grow — they’re part of our family history, our mountain heritage, and the reason so many families visit Hendersonville, NC every fall. For...
May 1, 2026 | Stepp's Blog
What Could Go Wrong? The Challenges Farmers Face from Spring to Early Summer Spring and early summer are often painted as the sweet spot of the growing season—lush fields, budding trees, and the promise of a strong harvest ahead. But ask any farmer, and you’ll hear a...
Apr 9, 2026 | Stepp's Blog
From Spring to Fall Flowers: Experience the Changing Seasons at Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard At Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard, every season brings something new to discover in Hendersonville, NC—but there’s something especially magical about watching the farm transform from...
Mar 12, 2026 | Stepp's Blog
Spring Awakenings at Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard – Tulip Blossom Days 2026 Spring in the mountains of Western North Carolina means one thing: color, blooms, and fresh beginnings. This year, Tulip Blossom Days at our farm means that seasonal magic will come alive...
Feb 9, 2026 | Stepp's Blog
Behind the Blooms: What It Takes to Bring Tulip Season to Life at Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard Every spring, our tulip field transforms into a sea of color—bright petals, fresh air, and the kind of beauty that makes you stop and take it all in. Tulip season is one of our...
