Steward Farms · From the Field

From the Field

Growing tips, recipes, and stories from our blackberry patch in Marietta.

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Growing

June 10, 2026

Why Georgia Soil Makes the Best Blackberries

The red clay that frustrates most gardeners is exactly what blackberries love. We break down the science of our terroir and why Marietta summers produce such exceptional fruit.

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Recipes

June 3, 2026

Blackberry Lemon Preserves: A Family Recipe

Three generations of jam-making distilled into one perfect ratio. Gen's recipe for Steward Farms blackberry lemon preserves — the one that started it all.

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Season

May 28, 2026

2026 Harvest Calendar: When to Visit

Peak season runs mid-June through August. Here's our week-by-week ripeness forecast and how to be first in line when berries hit the market.

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