Pumpkin Center, Kern County, California. This article is about the unincorporated community in Kern County. For the unincorporated community in Lassen County, see Pumpkin Center, Lassen County, California.
Harvesting Chestnut Trees. After the chestnuts fall from the tree, watch for the spiny burs to split. Donât harvest chestnuts if the burs are still green and closed because the nuts inside will be unripe. Harvest the nuts every couple of days.
How to Hand Harvest Almonds. Hand harvesting almonds is more fun with someone you like. Almond trees (Prunus dulcis) are ready for harvesting from early August through late September, depending upon variety. While the fruit is commonly referred to as a nut itâs actually a drupe, similar to a cherry. The shell surrounding the fruit is enveloped in a leathery hull that looks a little like a green peach.