FAQ--Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT METHODS OF PAYMENT DO YOU ACCEPT?
Credit, debit, cash, Apple Pay, Venmo app, and local check are accepted in the farm boutique.
ARE DOGS AND OTHER PETS WELCOME AT YOUR FARM?
If you are visiting with a dog or other pet, please plan to walk them on a leash in the parking areas only. Though we love pets, they are not allowed in the lavender fields, the farm boutique, or in the common areas around the boutique. If you have a registered service animal, please announce it as such in the farm boutique. Emotional support, therapy, comfort, or companion animals are welcome in the parking areas only. Thanks.
HOW DOES LAVENDER U-PICK WORK?
We provide scissors, baskets and instructions explaining how to cut, where to cut and what amount of lavender constitutes a U-pick bundle--a chunky handful of stems in an 8" zip tie for $_____. You are free to choose from the lavender and other flowers in bloom during your visit. We provide complimentary ribbon to give your bouquets that finishing touch. Most days we offer a selection of pre-cut lavender bundles for those who don't wish to cut their own. U-pick is available approximately June 5 to July 14. Click here for more info.
IS IT POSSIBLE TO PICNIC AT THE FARM?
Yes, from early June to mid-July, we offer picnic tables and shady spots for this purpose. Please check in at the farm boutique before for picnicking. Picnicking is free for first-come-first-served groups or a table can be reserved for you for a $10 fee, paid at the time of reservation. A selection of cold drinks are available for purchase, however we don't offer food service at the farm. Here are a few Walla Walla restaurants offering delicious take-out lunches: Stone Soup Cafe (sandwiches), Graze (salads and sandwiches), Soi 71 (Thai), Sweet Basil Pizzeria, and Happy Wanderer (Mexican). Picnicking after business hours requires reservation and is $60 for 90 minutes. E-mail info@bluemountainlavender.com for reservations using the subject "Picnic Reservation".
DO YOU MAKE YOUR OWN PRODUCTS?
Yes, our Farm Boutique brims with lavender merchandise designed and made here on the farm. To round out our offerings, we also have curated selection of lavender products sourced from France and select American small businesses. A selection of our merchandise is available year-round online.
IS YOUR FARM CERTIFIED ORGANIC?
No, however, we never spray or treat our flowers or plants. We take great care to practice responsibility and sustainability in the cultivation of our lavender and we always keep you, our customer, in mind.
DO YOU ACCOMMODATE VISITORS FROM RETIREMENT CENTERS?
Yes, we welcome visits from local retirement centers on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings from early June through early July. Click here to make your reservation; please note that reservations for senior groups are required. We offer portable toilets, however, ADA toilets are not available at this time.
DO YOU ALLOW PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY
AT THE FARM?
Yes, we are happy to work with your and your professional photographer to schedule a photo shoot in the lavender fields during blooming season. This window of opportunity will be approximately June 2 through July 3, 2024. Click here for additional information and to reserve a time slot. Please email if you have multiple clients for the same date.
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For all you smart phone photographers taking personal photos, shoot away! Mentions are always appreciated: @bluemountainlavenderfarm .
DO YOU BOOK ELOPEMENTS AND WEDDINGS?
We welcome photography of bride, groom and wedding parties in the lavender fields during the month of June, but do not book weddings at this time. A photography site fee of $100 applies and is payable at the time of reservation. Please email info@bluemountainlavender.com for further information using the subject Wedding Photography Request.
Booking your June elopement of up to 8 people is a striking way to take advantage of the beauty and simplicity of the farm during blooming season. Please email info@bluemountainlavender.com for details and arrangements and use the subject Elopement Inquiry.
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CAN I BOOK A PARTY, SHOWER OR MEETING?
We are happy to work with you to make room for special events such as bridal and baby showers, birthday parties, club meetings or small business gatherings. Check out our shady and peaceful Pavilion rental overlooking the main lavender field. Meeting reservation begin at $25; party reservations begin at $50 for a partial space, or $125 for the entire Pavillion space. Please email info@bluemountainlavender.com with your request and use the subject line Meeting/Party Reservation.
IS YOUR FARM WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE?
Yes, the main lavender fields, farm boutique, and shaded porch are all accessible. There are a few steps on the property, but these can be bypassed if you ask for assistance. Let us know of your special need and we will do our best to accommodate you. We offer portable toilets, though we do not offer ADA restrooms at this time.
WHAT KIND OF VEHICLE CAN YOUR PARKING ACCOMMODATE?
Our entrance is scaled to non-commercial traffic. Large RVs or RVs pulling a vehicle should plan to park just past the main entrance on the shoulder of Short Road. We are not able to accommodate full-size buses at this time.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT WHEN I VISIT DURING THE OFF-SEASON?
From mid-summer until April, the next spring, we schedule many Fridays and Sundays when the farm boutique is open for shopping. Click on Visit for details. Other times are possible, according to our availability. When you call or email ahead to info@bluemountainlavender.com we will try to set up an appointment for you to browse the boutique. Appointments are not available on Saturdays. Please note that the lavender fields are closed during the off-season.