April 3, 2019
By: Dwayne Page
Farmers Markets are a Tennessee tradition. Consumers can find almost anything their heart’s desire from fresh fruits and vegetables to fresh flowers and crafts.
The DeKalb County Farmers Market opens for the season this Saturday, April 6 and will be open every Saturday from 7:00 a.m. until noon.
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“We don’t have a lot of produce yet because of the cold weather but we will have some lettuce coming probably in about two to three weeks but for the next three Saturdays we’re doing what is called “Making Memories” and we are featuring all types of plants. What we are saying is buy a plant and give it to someone and after they plant it in their yard every time they walk by it they will think of you,” said Connie Tjarks.
“One of our unique plants this year is the quince which is an extremely old plant. It does have fruit. You can’t eat the fruit off of the bush but you can make the best jelly in the world out of it. We will be able to tell you there (Farmers Market) how to make the jelly,” Tjarks continued.
“We are also changing some rules this year in that we will allow five craft vendors every Saturday however they must make a reservation one week in advance and that is important. You can’t come in that day and say I want a spot. We want to make sure we have spots for everyone and to do that we are asking for an advanced reservation. Its $10 for one week, $20 for a month (4-5 weeks), or $60 for the year. Call 615-215-8867 to make your reservation,” she said.
“We also have some unusual plants this year so get there early because its first come first served. We have some great fruit mint which is quite unique and we will be able to tell you how to use these plants too. We’ll have some pair mint, some beautiful azaleas that are just starting to bud in red and a salmon color, and locally grown blueberry plants about three feet tall ready to go in the ground.”
“We’ll be looking for you this Saturday at the DeKalb County Farmers Market located on East Bryant Street next to DeKalb County Ace Hardware and the County Complex,” added Tjarks.
Support your local farmers and artisans.