A slow summer Sunday asks nothing of you before you're ready to give it, and makes the quiet case that calm isn't earned but kept: a handful of small moments all through an ordinary day.

June 15 through July 15 is US Lavender Growers Month — USLGA's inaugural nationwide celebration of American lavender growers. After nearly twenty years in the rows, being part of this one moves me more than I expected.

Our 2026 lavender harvest is here. Go inside cutting & distillation at our Paso Robles boutique estate — and shop this season's oil, grown and distilled by hand.

For many gardeners, lavender starts as a beautiful plant. For others, it becomes something more. A steady harvest. A creative outlet. A way to make natural products. For some, a source of income. Over the years, I have worked with gardeners at every stage. Some are planting their first lavender. ...

In 2009, Lila’s father Don gave her a copper still that became known as “The Alchemist.” With guidance from world-renowned distiller Robert Seidel, Lila learned the art of essential oil distillation, starting with a small still and growing into the 50-gallon Alembic Copper Pot Still still in use ...

Fall is here, and at The Lavender Academy™, we’re celebrating the season with a gift for you. For centuries, lavender has been cherished as a sacred herb that calms the mind, soothes the body, and uplifts the spirit. Pumpkin, a symbol of harvest and comfort, pairs perfectly with lavender to bring...