Purchasing Pumpkins in MerCo 2023
Author: Kayla Morath
As the leaves begin to change colors and the air chills, there is no denying that fall is a magical season. Nature paints a beautiful picture across the county. This is the telltale sign that it is time to start decorating and enjoying fall activities. Here are a few places you can look for pumpkins to decorate your space.
Photo Credit: Harlyn’s Gourds
Harlyn’s Gourds
Come out and support the little local entrepreneur, Harlyn! This young girl and her family sell pumpkins and gourds. She helps disc the field, do the planting, transplant, waters, weeds, picks, sorts, and sometimes she even handles the money. Each and every gourd is touched by her at some point during the process. All of the money earned goes towards Harlyn’s future. Though they sell more gourds than pumpkins, we just had to give Harlyn a big shoutout. Stay updated on their Facebook and keep on eye out for their stand on College Ave in Aledo, Illinois. There is a cash box outside with the stand.
They are nearly out of pumpkins, but still have plenty of gourds.
Photo Credit: Skinner Landscaping
The Pumpkin Patch At Skinner Landscaping
Come out and get your pumpkins at Skinner’s Pumpkin Patch! This is located at 906 SE 19th Avenue, Aledo, IL, United States, Illinois. Not only is it a great local place to get your pumpkins, but there are also fun activities to do while you visit. From a corn maze to a kid’s play area, it is worth the stop and you are sure to have some fun. You can stay updated by following their Facebook page.
Be sure to take pictures and tag them so they can see your smiling faces!
Photo Credit: Slagel Farms
Slagel Farms
Slagel Farms has a booth in the lot right next to 1708 13th St, Viola, Illinois. It is open Friday and Monday 3-6pm ; Saturday and Sunday 9am-12pm seasonally. Not only can you find pumpkins, but there is also more fresh produce and a few other products at their stand.
If we were to give you a pro-tip it would be to buy some corn when you stop by and don’t forget the pumpkins, when they’re in season!
Photo Credit: Koffee Junktion and The Bean Field Coffee House
The Beanfield and Koffee Junktion
If you are looking for a good local PSL (Pumpkin Spice Latte) and other coffee flavored caffeine fixes in Mercer County, you can now visit The Bean Field Coffee House and Koffee Junktion for a seasonal treat.
The Bean Field is located at 1708 13th St , Viola, IL, United States, Illinois. Here, you can choose to sit inside to enjoy a beverage and baked goods, or you can visit the drive-thru and enjoy on the the go.
Koffee Junktion is located at 210 SE 3rd Street, Aledo Illinois. Come see the friendly faces at this drive-thru/walk up location for your seasonal fall treats. You never know what new drink they have created, so be sure to ask.
There are a few great local places to gather your pumpkins and decorate for the season. Be sure to take pictures and tag each place on Facebook to show off what you got! Shopping local helps MerCo prosper and grow. It may seem small, but every post has the potential to pull more people to a local small business.
Happy Fall and enjoy your time in MerCo!
