Kentucky is an agricultural state, so we all know that we have an abundance of beautiful farms throughout the Bluegrass State. However, did you know that there’s a gorgeous lavender farm in Kentucky hiding in Bracken County? With the weather starting to warm up, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about fun and unique day trips to take this spring and summer. You should definitely consider a visit to Lavender Hills of Kentucky in Brooksville. Let’s take a closer look.
Lavender Hills of Kentucky is located at 229 Conrad Ridge Road in Brooksville. Their season is from June until October, and people are welcome to visit during that time.
Facebook/Lavender Hills of Kentucky, LLC
It is the first commercial lavender farm in the state, and has been open since 2006.
Facebook/Lavender Hills of Kentucky, LLC
Tours and workshops on the farm are available by appointment in June and July when the lavender is in season. Learn how to bake with this delightful flower, or learn to make a sachet that you can place around your home so that the pleasant aroma of the lavender lingers in the air.
Facebook/Lavender Hills of Kentucky, LLC
The farm has over 600 lavender plants and 22 different varieties that range in color from purple, blue, pink, yellow, and white.
Facebook/Lavender Hills of Kentucky, LLC
Lavender is proven to have many health benefits as well. It can aid in inducing sleep, easing anxiety, reducing high blood pressure, and relieving common ailments such as an upset stomach, headache, or congestion.
Facebook/Lavender Hills of Kentucky, LLC
The farm also has a gift shop that sells fresh lavender in June and July, but dried bundles and various other products are sold year round. You can purchase these bundles as well as a wide variety of lavender products during the off season online via their website.
Facebook/Lavender Hills of Kentucky, LLC
Besides being able to purchase bundles of this beautiful flower, their gift shop carries many different kinds of products made with lavender since it is so versatile. They have beauty products such as lip balm, bath salts, scrubs, and lotions. You can also use lavender in a pleasant-smelling cleaning product. Many delicious recipes contain lavender as well, such as lavender lemonade, lavender lemon pepper, and lavender apple butter.
Facebook/Lavender Hills of Kentucky, LLC
To find out more about this farm or to learn about how to schedule a visit this summer, check out their website. Is anyone planning on making a trip to visit the farm? Let us know in the comments below!
Facebook/Lavender Hills of Kentucky, LLC
If you know of a local attraction, restaurant, hiking trail, or any other hidden gem you think we should know about, be sure to nominate it for a chance to be featured!
OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article.
Address: 229 Conrad Ridge Rd, Brooksville, KY 41004, USA
The OIYS Visitor Center
lavender farm in Kentucky May 15, 2020 Jackie Ann Are there any other flower farms in Kentucky that you can visit? Since Kentucky is an agricultural state, you’ll find plenty of flower farms peppered around the Bluegrass State. In the northern part of the state, you’ll find the Red Sunflower Farm in Independence, which features 35 acres of bottomland fields, wooded hills, honeysuckle and roses. Harmony Fields Farm in Shelbyville is another beautiful farm with tons of flowers including iris, snapdragons, tulips, and sunflowers. In the southern part of the state, Gold City Flower Gardens specializes in dallies and peonies. Can I take a farm tour in Kentucky? Farm tours can be a great way to learn more about the food you eat and the farming industry in Kentucky while having fun at the same time. Known for beautiful flowers and a plethora of vegetables, Hazelfield Farm in Worthville makes for a great day-trip of exploring. Harvest Moon Dairy Farm in Crestwood is a great educational experience that offers hands-on activities to learn the dairy industry including everything from making cornmeal to ice cream and of course, milking the cows. Horse lovers will love a visit to Windy Meadows in La Grande, where you can learn about several different breeds of horses and get up close to these gentle giants. What are the most beautiful places to visit in Kentucky during spring? Kentucky comes alive in the springtime, so it’s the perfect opportunity to get in the car and do some exploring. Some of the most beautiful places in Kentucky to visit in the spring include the Bernheim Arboretum and Forest in Clermont, Cumberland Falls in Corbin, and Breaks Interstate Park which is on the Kentucky/Virginia state line.
The OIYS Visitor Center
lavender farm in Kentucky
May 15, 2020
Jackie Ann
Are there any other flower farms in Kentucky that you can visit? Since Kentucky is an agricultural state, you’ll find plenty of flower farms peppered around the Bluegrass State. In the northern part of the state, you’ll find the Red Sunflower Farm in Independence, which features 35 acres of bottomland fields, wooded hills, honeysuckle and roses. Harmony Fields Farm in Shelbyville is another beautiful farm with tons of flowers including iris, snapdragons, tulips, and sunflowers. In the southern part of the state, Gold City Flower Gardens specializes in dallies and peonies. Can I take a farm tour in Kentucky? Farm tours can be a great way to learn more about the food you eat and the farming industry in Kentucky while having fun at the same time. Known for beautiful flowers and a plethora of vegetables, Hazelfield Farm in Worthville makes for a great day-trip of exploring. Harvest Moon Dairy Farm in Crestwood is a great educational experience that offers hands-on activities to learn the dairy industry including everything from making cornmeal to ice cream and of course, milking the cows. Horse lovers will love a visit to Windy Meadows in La Grande, where you can learn about several different breeds of horses and get up close to these gentle giants. What are the most beautiful places to visit in Kentucky during spring? Kentucky comes alive in the springtime, so it’s the perfect opportunity to get in the car and do some exploring. Some of the most beautiful places in Kentucky to visit in the spring include the Bernheim Arboretum and Forest in Clermont, Cumberland Falls in Corbin, and Breaks Interstate Park which is on the Kentucky/Virginia state line.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Since Kentucky is an agricultural state, you’ll find plenty of flower farms peppered around the Bluegrass State. In the northern part of the state, you’ll find the Red Sunflower Farm in Independence, which features 35 acres of bottomland fields, wooded hills, honeysuckle and roses. Harmony Fields Farm in Shelbyville is another beautiful farm with tons of flowers including iris, snapdragons, tulips, and sunflowers. In the southern part of the state, Gold City Flower Gardens specializes in dallies and peonies.
Can I take a farm tour in Kentucky?
Farm tours can be a great way to learn more about the food you eat and the farming industry in Kentucky while having fun at the same time. Known for beautiful flowers and a plethora of vegetables, Hazelfield Farm in Worthville makes for a great day-trip of exploring. Harvest Moon Dairy Farm in Crestwood is a great educational experience that offers hands-on activities to learn the dairy industry including everything from making cornmeal to ice cream and of course, milking the cows. Horse lovers will love a visit to Windy Meadows in La Grande, where you can learn about several different breeds of horses and get up close to these gentle giants.
What are the most beautiful places to visit in Kentucky during spring?
Kentucky comes alive in the springtime, so it’s the perfect opportunity to get in the car and do some exploring. Some of the most beautiful places in Kentucky to visit in the spring include the Bernheim Arboretum and Forest in Clermont, Cumberland Falls in Corbin, and Breaks Interstate Park which is on the Kentucky/Virginia state line.
