April has been one of the most exciting and energizing months we’ve had at the farm in a long time. For the first time ever, we’ve been shipping out dahlia tubers from our brand-new shipping space over at the new property. Having a dedicated area for packing orders has completely transformed this part of our season. The space is open, efficient, and so beautifully suited for the work we do; it’s a dream come true. After years of working out of cramped areas and temporary setups, having a space truly designed for the flow of packing and shipping has been a game changer. To everyone who placed a tuber order this year: THANK YOU. We hope you felt the love and care in every box!
While the shipping crew was hard at work, all of our summer seedlings went into the ground. The process is always a lot of hard work, but so full of promise. It’s a sign of the season shifting and the farm shaking off the last of winter’s slowness. These blooms like zinnias, phlox, snap dragons, and strawflower (to name a few!) will form the backbone of the farm this summer, and we can’t wait to welcome visitors to experience their full glory in bloom.
Just as we finished planting the last of the sweet peas in the field, the earliest blooms in the high tunnels began to unfurl. There’s nothing quite like seeing those first pastel ruffles appear- it feels like a reward for months of hard work and patience. These early blooms are not only beautiful, but they also help us test stem length, color variation, and overall health before the big show begins outside.
At the same time, our spring flowers are absolutely stealing the show. Tulips, narcissus, ranunculus, and anemones are hitting their peak, creating armfuls of color and texture I've been dreaming of all winter long. Harvest buckets are overflowing, and the studio smells like spring itself. There’s a certain energy in the air that only comes once a year, the kind that makes you pause, breathe it in, and feel deeply grateful to be part of this season of abundance.
We’re back in the rhythm of planting, watering, and checking the fields with coffee in hand and the crisp morning air around us. There’s nothing quite like the start of spring on the farm, so full of hope, movement, and anticipation.
April Garden To-Do List:
-
Finish planting hardy annuals
-
Prep for dahlia tuber planting (In many places, April is still a little early for planting)
-
Start staking and netting support systems
-
Fertilize perennials and refresh compost
-
Weed early and often to get ahead of spring growth
