April 10, 2024
All posts by: Susan Kegley
January 2, 2024
Beginnings
Here at the darkest time of year, I head to the garage to plant the first seeds of 2024. The glow of the lights and the green of the first sprouts are a comfort and an inspiration. Outside, the wind is blowing the rain sideways, but in here is a warm, dry sanctuary of light [...]
December 18, 2023
Last Holidaze Weekend Coming Up!
We're heading into the last Holidaze weekend on the farm, and it promises to be great weather! We have some special gifts in the farm stand, from Chris Cox's magical rock and wood totems, to the whimsical PotHeads, to lavender-themed gift sets and more. We're open 11 AM to 5 PM Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, [...]
December 13, 2023
Holiday Gift Idea: Art Lessons at the Farm
Starting in 2024 Mel Mitchell-Jackson’s Art on the Farm is introducing Sip N Sketch Sessions on Friday evenings in partnership with Muscardini Cellars! Bring a friend and have a fun evening letting your guard down and trying some art techniques. With a $60 investment you’ll get to try a sampling of wines from Muscardini Cellars […]
November 28, 2023
Holidaze Are Here!
The Holidaze are here and the farm stand and farm grounds are open! We're open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from December 1 through December 24, from 11 AM to 5 PM. Bees N Blooms is your source of unique lavender-themed gifts for the holiday season. We have some new products for you and some great [...]
November 14, 2023
Garden Workshops at Bees N Blooms
It's time again for the Bees N Blooms Garden Workshops! Seven 2.5-hour sessions between January 13 and March 16, 2024 will cover planning your garden, seed starting, soil testing and amending, irrigation setup, and organic techniques for managing insect, weed, and rodent pests. Sign up for just one or all seven! Details follow. Bees N [...]
October 14, 2023
Farm Trails Weekend is Here!
Join us for the Sonoma County Farm Trails Fall Tour! Walk the farm, enjoy the fall flowers, visit the Poultry Palace, and find some nice fall perennials to plant in your garden! We’ll be open from 10AM to 4PM both Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 14-15. We will be offering several tours, each lasting about […]
September 27, 2023
Fall at the Farm
With the first rain that fell, it’s starting to really feel like fall! Which means it’s time for the Sonoma County Fall Farm Trails Tour—this year on the weekend of October 14-15. Bees N Blooms will be opening the farm to the public on this weekend, so come on out! We’re having our fall perennial […]
August 30, 2023
Art on the Farm!
We're excited to bring you a new activity at Bees N Blooms! Artist Mel Mitchell-Jackson will be offering a series of art classes this fall, using the farm as a source of inspiration. These courses are aimed at those with a wide variety of experience levels, from absolute beginners to seasoned artists. You’ll learn to [...]
May 25, 2023
Lavender Daze Happening Now!
We are kicking it into gear! Our second weekend of Lavender Daze is here. There is a purple wave appearing over the labyrinth as the lavender plants are reaching bloom. Check out the 2023 Lavender Bloom Status page and those from previous years to see how the bloom is progressing. Join us this Saturday and […]