We started our flower farm in 2017, and what an amazing adventure it has been! We knew we wanted a special place to raise our family, and also have a place we could share with the community. We would love to have you follow along with us as we continue to learn about farming and running a business, and share opportunities for you to enjoy our flowers!
I was able to find some time over the last month to start working on our lavender gift boxes! Our littlest is just beginning to settle into a routine, and I made several batches of our lavender soaps, body butter, lotion bars, and bath salts during his nap times, while big sister was in school.
Read MoreThe weather is beginning to cool down and on the farm we are switching over to our fall tasks. The flower garden has a few dahlias and other flowers sending up blooms still, but for the most part our growing season has come to an end.
Read MoreLavender sachets are some of our most popular items sold at Menkveld Farm. However, when people first hear about them, they often wonder what they can be used for. Today I am sharing some of my personal favorite uses for these wonderful lavender bags!
Read MoreOur business grew out of our desire to live life as naturally as possible and avoid chemicals and medication when able. We wanted to grow and raise our own food and learn how to use plants medicinally. In parallel, I was also trying to learn everything I could about being a cut flower farmer. I don’t know about you, but a vase of flowers on my kitchen table brings a smile to my face every time I see it, and I loved the idea of looking out my back window to a field of flowers in bloom.
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