For all current newsletter subscribers, come by the flowerstand and receive a FREE bundle of fresh cut Lavender. Creative uses for Lavender:
- Linens: Create a DIY pillow mist with water, vodka, and lavender oil to spray on sheets for better sleep.
- Bath: Add dried buds or infused oil to bathwater for relaxation.
- Shower Bundle: Hang a bundle of fresh lavender and eucalyptus near the showerhead to diffuse steam.
- Sachets: Place dried buds in drawers or closets to repel moths and freshen linens.
- Cleaning: Make a natural all-purpose spray by steeping lavender in vinegar and water.
- Decor: Use in wreaths, potpourri, or as a garnish for gift wrapping and table settings.
- Infusions: Steep fresh stalks in neutral oils (like jojoba or olive oil) for skin care or DIY soaps.
Asian, Oriental and Trumpet Lilies are in bloom. Prices range from $1.50 for single bud stems to $4.00 on some of the large mutli-flowering stems. Please note: all parts of lilies (including the vase water) are toxic to small animals like cats and dogs, but not to humans. Neverless, lilies are exotically beautiful, unopened buds continue to bloom on the stem so they last, and some are quite fragrant.
Boise weather forecast calls for rain this weekend. If it comes down too hard or gets too muddy, we may close down temporarily. We’ll make notice on the top of our main page if we do. Otherwise, our flowerstand hours are still Friday, Saturday, Sunday 9am – 3pm, mimimum. Whenever you see the “OPEN” sign on our signpost at entry gate, you know you can stop in. Sometimes we stay open longer or open an extra day. And we don’t always put out our A-frame signs down Clovedale Road when we are open. We are happy to open off-days/hours by appointment if you’d like a couple of DIY Buckets of Blooms.
There is a lot in-bloom now. Hope you can make it out.
Until next time, peace.
-Paul
Proprietor, Farmer’s Pick