If you’ve had a crazy spring of deadlines and commitments, you may find yourself wondering, “Are there any lavender farms near me?” Just the idea of breathing in that restful fragrance may ratchet your heart rate down a bit.
The weeks between late June until mid-July are the ideal time to visit lavender farms near Ottawa or to enjoy a lavender festival. The plants will be blooming and farmers will be selling dried lavender, lavender bath and body products, tea, sachets, cookies…the list goes on and on, really! Can you think of a better place to relax and unwind?
Here are a few lavender farms near Ottawa where you can indulge in all things lavender. Note that driving-time estimates below are measured from downtown Ottawa in non-rush hour.
Les Jardins Écologistes Grégoire, Saint-Albert, Ontario
Les Jardins Écologistes Grégoire is quite close to Ottawa, between Embrun and Saint-Albert. This lavender field is about a 35-minute drive southeast of downtown. The owners of the eco-friendly gardens also sell meat raised on their farm.
Lavender Mills Farm, Kemptville, Ontario
At Lavender Mills Farm, located between Kemptville and Oxford Mills, you can stroll through the fields and then buy lavender plants to take home and plant. You can also book a photography session and sign up for special events, such as Soirée in the Field, a fancy outdoor picnic (July 12 and July 19). The farm is about 40 minutes south of Ottawa.
Rae Country Farm, Almonte, Ontario
Rae Country Farm is opening its lavender fields to the public in July, but you need to buy a ticket in advance. Your ticket allows you to pick-your-own lavender—as much as will fit in a 16-oz cup, which the farm supplies. You can take your own selfies or book a session with a pro photographer. Rae Country Farm is about 40 minutes southwest of Ottawa.
Lavande Braydale Lavender, Moose Creek, Ontario
Lavande Braydale Lavender grows more than 5,500 lavender plants on six acres near Moose Creek. You can shop for soaps, essential oils and even lavender maple syrup, sip lavender lemonade, bring a picnic, or simply show stroll among the plants and cut your own lavender to bring home. On Saturday, July 12, there’s a sunset event with live violin music. The farm is about 45 minutes southeast of Ottawa.
McGregor’s Orchard, Renfrew, Ontario
As the name suggests, McGregor’s Orchard is primarily an apple grower, but the family farm does also grow three varieties of lavender. You can visit during special events, which are publicized on the orchard’s Facebook page. The farm is located between Arnprior and Renfrew, about 55 minutes west of Ottawa.
LouLou Lavender, Williamstown, Ontario
At LouLou Lavender in Williamstown (about an hour and 20 minutes southeast of Ottawa), you can cut your own lavender and take photos in the lavender fields. On certain days, you can buy treats like lavender ice cream and lavender shortbread, too; check the Facebook page linked above for dates. Admission to the site is free. (The video above is by YouTuber Everyday Val.)
La Maison Lavande, Saint-Eustache, Quebec
La Maison Lavande is a pretty lavender farm north of Montreal. It’s a big operation, where you can wander among the lavender plants and take photos, entertain your kids with a play area and a chicken coop, snack on treats such as lavender lemonade and lavender scones, and shop for a huge range of farm-made products. They also host evening concerts in the fields and other events. La Maison Lavande is a two-hour drive east of Ottawa.
Prince Edward County Lavender, Hillier, Ontario
OK, I concede that Prince Edward County Lavender isn’t exactly around the corner from Ottawa. So why make the three-hour drive? Two words: lavender festival. On the first two weekends of July each year, this farm in Hillier hosts a festival with live music, food, kids’ activities and more. If that sounds too hectic for you, you can also visit the farm on non-festival days from late June to mid-July. (Tip: Admission fees are lower on non-festival days.)
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