A Change is in the Air !
The mornings are finally a little cooler, the days are shortening, and there is a feel of fall in the air . The fields are still blooming, and there is plenty of work to be done-but you can feel the season begin to turn .
Here at Simmons Family Farm, September is a beautiful in-between time. We aren't ready to let go of the summer while autumn is slowly making it's way in . One of
The Flowers Are Still Blooming
The Dahlias are finally starting to produce ( better late than never) and with their showy attitude, it's hard not to smile as we walk through the rows of blooms. The Lisianthus and Snapdragons are starting their second bloom and the cooler temperatures only add to the richness of their colors.
If you've been meaning to stop by for a bouquet, now is a wonderful time ! Whether you're picking up something for your home or bringing flowers to a friend, there is nothing like farm fresh flowers.
The Farm Animals
Of course our biggest attraction is our farm animal family. The animals are very happy to have these cooler temperatures during the days. You will see Eve, Gracie and the sheep out more during the day and not sitting in the barn in front of the fans. We have added a rooster named Buddy . Join us for a special hayride in October where we will have the author of Eve, a Brave Little Cow do a reading of her book in one of the farm fields.
The Produce
We are still harvesting vegetables .There's a new crop of beans coming along. We still have tomatoes and zucchini and corn on the weekends .Pumpkins and gourds will be arriving soon.
Sip & Bloom at the Farm
One of the highlights of the season has been the gathering of people together for our Sip & Bloom evening . We had a perfect night of bouquet building in the field under the tent, sipping ,snacking and socializing ! Surrounded by buckets of freshly cut flowers, and taking the time out of our busy days to create something beautiful .
The Sip & Bloom is exactly the kind of experience we hoped to bring to Simmons Family Farm- a relaxed evening where you can slow down, enjoy good company, play with flowers and watch a gorgeous sunset go down over the farm fields. We will definitely plan more of these evenings next summer.
Looking Forward to Fall
September is a month of preparation . While we are still busy harvesting, we're already thinking ahead . There are fields to prepare, bulbs to plant, October hayrides to get ready for and winter wreath making classes to plan . A funny thing we have realized about farming is that you're always living in one season while preparing for the next.
Come Spend a Little Time at the Farm
As summer winds down, we hope you'll come visit us , grab a bouquet and seasonal veggies . Bring a lunch or snack and sit at the picnic table in the field or just sit in one of the Adirondack chairs, watch the animals and enjoy the peacefulness of the barnyard. That's what we love about farm life and we're happy to share a little piece with you .
From our family to your family- thank you for being part of our story