Lavender is a beautiful plant with purple blooms that serves many purposes and is often harvested and turned into essential oils, soaps and candles. Typically lavender does not grow well in Florida for many factors such as heat, humidity and sandy soil. However a couple of farms have done the legwork and made it happen. There are two farms with lavender fields in Florida you can visit.
Here is everything you need to know to visit the lavender fields in Florida stress free.
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Southern Grace Lavender Farm
Southern Grace Lavender Farm is known as Florida’s first lavender farm and is located in Southport, FL. This is in the panhandle of Florida about 40 minutes outside Panama City.
The farm was started by Jason Leabo and his family and they settled on lavender through a series of unfortunate events and help from the Lord Almighty. Jason is an air force combat veteran and he has worked hard to make the lavender farm a reality.
Here at Southern Grace Farm you can actually stay overnight at the lavender field if you are traveling by RV. They host visitors through the Harvest Hosts program, a unique platform that connects farmers and RV travelers looking for a place to stay.
The family also runs and operates a small gift shop where they sell all kinds of lavender products from teas, candles, lavender essential oil, soaps, wax melts, food and even lavender plants so you can try growing your very own plant at home.
Address: 1406 K O S Ranch Road Southport, Florida 32409
Hours: Tuesday through Saturday from 10am – 4pm.
Phone Number: 850-640-7774
Email: info@southerngracelavenderfarm.com
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Sweetwater Lavender Farm
Only 45 minutes away is the second lavender farm in Altha, FL. Sweetwater Lavender Farm came to be what it is today while the farm was recovering from Hurricane Michael. Located in 40 acres of land this equine and lavender farm is simply beautiful.
You can support the farm by visiting the farm store on the first Saturday of the month or by making an appointment for a farm tour. The farm shop sells everything lavender themed such as body wash, essential oils, lavender stuffed animals, heating pads, soap, lavender olive oil and spices, teas, syrup, and more.
Sweetwater Lavender farm also hosts and participates in several local events and markets in the area. You can find out more on their website.
Address: 20564 NW County Road 275 Altha, FL 32421
Hours: The farm is open on the first Saturday of every month from 10am – 2pm or by appointment any other time.
Phone Number: 931-797-0557
Email: slflavender@gmail.com
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When Does Lavender Bloom in Florida?
Phenomenal lavender can bloom up to two times a year. Once in midsummer and again in the early fall (NY). You can also reach out to the farmers and ask when they expect the flowers to bloom if you want to try and visit when there are lavender flowers to see. Otherwise you can visit the fields and the farm shops any other time of year.
Varieties of Lavender Grown in FL
Phenomenal lavender is the variety of lavender grown by both farms in Florida due to its hardiness and ability to withstand the humidity. Other strains of lavender such as English lavender don’t do as well in Florida’s humid climate.
Lavender Fields in Florida
Visiting lavender fields in Florida is a super unique activity to enjoy. You get the chance to see beautiful flowers, support a local farmer and maybe even purchase a lavender product or two that you can enjoy at home.
Although these are the state’s first lavender farms hopefully there will be more to follow. If you know of any other lavender farms in Florida let me know!
