Smith's Nursery and Produce Farm

Smith's Nursery and Produce Farm Located in Benson, NC. Visit for family events, storytime, and more! We are a family-owned and operated farm in Johnston County, North Carolina.
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We offer U-pick strawberries & blueberries, a fall pumpkin patch with hayrides, fresh produce, greenhouse veggies, plants, handmade ice cream, coffee, and seasonal fun! We operate a container nursery, specializing in woody ornamentals such as hollies, wax myrtles, roses, and more! For more information about our wholesale nursery, contact the nursery office at 919-934-1700. In addition to the nurs

ery, we also operate a full-scale garden center. On our farm, we grow strawberries, blueberries, greenhouse tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce, cantaloupes, and more! We offer pick your own strawberries and blueberries in the spring and summer as well as a pumpkin patch and hayrides in the fall. We recently upgraded our roadside produce stand and currently operate a farmers market that we keep stocked with fresh local produce, local meats, dairy, fresh-baked breads, and more. In addition to the farmers market, we have a wonderful ice cream and coffee stand and offer fresh Maple View Dairy ice cream and Larry's coffee! We offer field trips in the spring and fall which include strawberry picking or pumpkin picking depending on the season as well as visits to our chickens, large farm animals, and our catfish pond. Fall field trips include a hayride around the farm. Come out to our farm and see all we have to offer. We are open year-round in the nursery office. Our farmers market, garden center, ice cream & coffee, and pick-your-own crops are open and available seasonally. If you have any questions please call ahead! Visit our website at www.smithsnurseryinc.com for more info!

08/14/2026

Our Kids Cooking Classes are almost here!

Our first class is LESS THAN A WEEK AWAY — Thursday, August 20th! We also have another class on Saturday, August 29th, so there are two chances to join us.

This hands-on class is designed for kids ages 8–14 and lasts about 2 hours. We’ll teach them how to make their very own personal pizza, share some helpful kitchen tips and tricks, and then sit down together to enjoy the pizzas they made.

It’s going to be a fun, hands-on afternoon full of cooking, learning, and, of course, pizza!

Grab your tickets on our website before the classes fill up! 🎟️ https://smithsnurseryinc.com/workshopsandevents/2026/7/2/kids-cooking-class

Tickets & Event Details⁠

Thursday, August 20th
Saturday, August 29th
Ages 8–14
2-hour class
Make your own personal pizza

Come let your little chef get cooking with us!

08/14/2026
Storytime is TODAY at 11 AM! Join us under the trees for a fun storytime featuring Wonky Donkey’s Big Surprise! 🫏💛And to...
08/14/2026

Storytime is TODAY at 11 AM!

Join us under the trees for a fun storytime featuring Wonky Donkey’s Big Surprise! 🫏💛

And today, we have a SPECIAL SURPRISE waiting down by the animals!

After we read our story, we’ll head down to visit with the animals and meet our new arrivals here at the farm!

Bring the kids, grab a spot under the trees, and come see what’s new at Smith’s!

📖 Storytime: 11 AM
🐴 Animal visit after the story
Special surprise + new arrivals!

We can’t wait to see you!

08/13/2026

PURPLE HONEY?! YES, REALLY!

Our beekeeper, Ron Lassiter, stopped by the farm with the most exciting find from one of our hives—and we could hardly believe our eyes!

Ron has been keeping bees for 19 years, and he recently discovered something he has never come across before in all his years of beekeeping: PURPLE HONEY!

This incredibly rare honey is believed to develop when bees feed on certain fruits and their juices rather than collecting nectar in the usual way. The result is a very dark, rich-colored honey with a beautiful purple or red hue.

And because this was such a unique find, we only have a VERY small batch available—just a few 2 oz bottles for $20 each.

Once these few bottles are gone, that’s it!

Come by Smith’s Farm Market and check out this amazing little treasure from right here on the farm!

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08/11/2026

We’re back with more conversations about the upcoming fall season here at Smith’s!

We have an exciting day of events kicking off the fall season on September 12th, including hayrides, our Fall Open House, Fall Veggie Seed Starting Workshop, and Farm-to-Table Tomato Pie Cooking Class!

There’s something for everyone, and we’d love for you to join us as we welcome the start of the fall season.

Check out all of our upcoming events and learn more here:
https://smithsnurseryinc.com/workshopsandevents

Fresh from the Kitchen!We’ve been putting a little summer twist on cobbler, and this one is something special: Peach Fig...
08/10/2026

Fresh from the Kitchen!

We’ve been putting a little summer twist on cobbler, and this one is something special: Peach Fig Cobbler!

Juicy local peaches and fresh figs come together in a sweet, buttery, syrupy filling that tastes like summer in every bite. And judging by these pans, we think this one is going to be a favorite!

But we’re not stopping there… Apple Fig Cobbler is next! 🍎

Fresh fruit, homemade goodness, and flavors you won’t find just anywhere. Stop by Smith’s Farm Market and see what’s coming out of the kitchen!

Don’t forget that you can special order our yummy baked goods and kitchen items online! Missed out on cobblers, chicken ...
08/09/2026

Don’t forget that you can special order our yummy baked goods and kitchen items online! Missed out on cobblers, chicken pot pies, or chicken salad? Get them and more here! All we need is 48 hours notice and we’ll have it ready for you!

https://smithsnurseryinc.com/shop

Your favorites are just a few clicks away!

Good news! You can now pre-order many of our fresh bakery and kitchen favorites online and have them ready for pickup in as little as 48 hours! 🙌

From fresh-baked pies, cobblers, chicken salad, and sweet treats to homemade meals and other kitchen favorites, we’ve made it easier than ever to get exactly what you’re craving.

✨ Browse our selection online, place your order, and we’ll have it fresh and waiting for you.

Take a look at everything we have to offer and start planning your next meal (or dessert 😉)! We can’t wait to bake for you!

https://smithsnurseryinc.com/shop

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08/09/2026

Carlye and I are continuing our conversation about our upcoming Farm-to-Fork Cooking Class!

It’ll be a special evening on the farm where you’ll learn how to make our popular Smith’s Tomato Pie, prepare seasonal grilled sides, and enjoy a delicious farm-to-table dinner overlooking the fields.

It’s the perfect evening for a date night, a night out with friends, or anyone who simply loves good food and the farm!

This is a small, intimate class with only 10 seats, and we only have a few spots left.

Don’t wait to grab your tickets and join us around the farm table! Check them out here: https://smithsnurseryinc.com/workshopsandevents/2026/9/12/farm-to-table-tomato-pie-cooking-class-and-dinner-saturday-september-12th-4-7-pm

Address

443 Sanders Road
Benson, NC
27504

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5am
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+19199341719

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