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Local Craft, Shared Roots: The Bloomfield Collaboration Story

Meet the local artisans behind Bloomfield’s handmade goods, from lavender candles and pottery to herbal teas, artwork, and sewn lavender sachets.

A Bloomfield Collaboration in the Making: Lavender Wine with Acres Away Winery

Bloomfield Schoolhouse Lavender has partnered with Acres Away Winery in Ashley, Indiana to create a handcrafted white wine infused with Bloomfield-grown lavender. Learn the story behind this unique collaboration.

Types of Lavender: The Varieties We Grow at Bloomfield

Lavender is not just one plant. Discover the different lavender varieties we grow at Bloomfield and why they thrive in northern Indiana.

The History of Lavender: From Ancient Fields to Modern Farms

Lavender has been treasured for thousands of years, from ancient Egyptian perfumes to Roman baths and modern wellness rituals. Discover the fascinating history of lavender and how this timeless plant found its way to farms like Bloomfield Schoolhouse Lavender in northern Indiana.

Preserving History: The Restoration of the Bloomfield Schoolhouse

Discover the story behind the historic Bloomfield Township Schoolhouse. Learn how Marion and Greg carefully restored this 1904 landmark and brought it back to life as the heart of Bloomfield Schoolhouse Lavender.

Our Story: From Schoolhouse Dream to Lavender Fields

"Lavender felt practical. It thrives in full sun, prefers sandy soil, and once established requires little water. It was something the family could do together. It gave life to the property while the schoolhouse renovation moved forward."

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