Pick your own strawberries and peas this summer
There’s nothing quite like picking your own. Wander through the rows and fill your bucket with fresh, sweet strawberries and peas, straight from the plants.
Open days
Before Christmas
21
Mon Dec
22
Tue Dec
23
Wed Dec
24
Thu Dec
Between Christmas and New Year
28
Mon Dec
29
Tue Dec
30
Wed Dec
January dates will be confirmed early in the new year, depending on how the crops are going. Sign up and we’ll let you know first.
Per bucket
$30
Booking
Just turn up
How to find us
Head to the paddock, not the packhouse!
Pick Your Own is held on a different part of the So Sweet farm, just 15 minutes from Invercargill. Please follow the directions below to arrive at the right entrance.
Invercargill
11 Mckerchar Road, Longbush 9871
- Look for the So Sweet flags at the entrance.
- Free parking is available on-site and will be signposted.
How it works
No fuss, no booking. Here’s the whole thing.
Arrive
Come any time we’re open. Park up and follow the signs to the bucket stand.
Get your bucket
Pay at the stand and we’ll hand you a bucket and point you to the best rows.
Head out and pick
Choose a bucket for strawberries or peas and fill it with your freshly picked favourites. Taste testing is part of the fun.
Two Buckets, One Price
$30
Choose between a strawberry bucket or a larger pea bucket, both the same price. Fill yours with freshly picked goodness.
What you can pick
Fresh, juicy strawberries and sweet peas, ready for you to pick. Choose your favourite or enjoy a bit of both. We’ll also have fresh, bagged So Sweet produce available to purchase on-site.
Strawberries
Nothing beats the taste of a freshly picked strawberry. Look for the bright red, ripe ones and give them a gentle twist to pick.
Peas
Fresh, sweet peas straight from the pod. Look for the plump, well-filled pods and gently pull them from the vine.
More Fresh Produce
We’ll also have fresh So Sweet potatoes, carrots and parsnips available to take home, along with soft serve ice cream and coffee to enjoy while you’re here. All available to purchase separately.
Be first to know when we open
Sign up for Pick Your Own updates and we’ll let you know opening dates and times, what’s ready to pick, and any changes for weather. January dates go to this list first.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book?
No booking needed. Just turn up any time during open hours.
Where exactly is Pick Your Own?
Find us at 11 McKercher Road, Invercargill, just 15 minutes from town. Our Pick Your Own is at a separate location from the So Sweet farm and packhouse, so please use the directions above to find us.
How much does it cost?
Buckets are $30 each. Choose between a strawberry bucket or a larger pea bucket, both the same price.
Can I bring my own container?
We provide buckets for picking, so there’s no need to bring your own. The buckets stay with us, so please bring a bag or container to take your freshly picked produce home.
How do I pay?
Pay at the bucket collection point. EFTPOS, card and cash accepted.
Are kids welcome?
Absolutely, Pick Your Own is a great activity for the whole family. We just ask that children are supervised and everyone sticks to the paths between the rows. Please note, buggies may be tricky to manoeuvre on the grass.
What if the weather's bad?
Will there be enough to pick?
We open when there’s good picking, but it’s a living crop so availability can change through the day. Earlier in the day usually has the best choice.
What size are the buckets?
Our strawberry buckets are 2 litres, and our pea buckets are 10 litres.
Can I pick both peas and strawberries?
Absolutely! You’re welcome to pick both, but peas and strawberries must be picked into separate buckets.
Are there toilets and parking?
Free parking and toilets are available on-site. Parking will be signposted.
Can I bring animals on-site?
For health and safety reasons, no animals are permitted on-site, except for disability assist dogs.
Come and pick something good
Bring the family, enjoy some time outdoors and head home with freshly picked strawberries, sweet peas and delicious produce.
Or call us on 03 231 3073. We’re happy to chat.