August Flow

🌻 August Newsletter – Catching Up from the Farm 🌻

Hello friends!

It’s hard to believe August is here already. You may have noticed we missed sending out newsletters the past couple of months—once the farm season hits full swing, time seems to grow wings. Between planting, harvesting, markets, and caring for all the things (and creatures), sitting down to write can be a challenge. But we’re back, and we’ve got lots of exciting updates to share!

🌼 Farmers Market Season – So Much Gratitude

This market season has been an incredibly rewarding one. We’ve truly felt the joy of reconnecting with so many of you and are reminded again and again how special the farmers market community is. The friendships, laughter, collaborations, and simple conversations that bloom between booths and baskets remind us of why we do what we do. We feel exceptionally blessed to be a part of it.

🌸 Flower Fields & What’s Next

We had a beautiful and successful flower-growing season! While we’re still exploring the best ways to share our fresh-cut flowers locally, we’ve also been busy drying blooms for what’s to come. This fall and winter, we’ll be rolling out dried flower workshops and offering handcrafted dried floral goods as part of our seasonal offerings. Stay tuned for dates and details!

🏡 Lee’s Summit Market Pavilion – Grand Opening August 16th

We’re thrilled to be part of the new Lee’s Summit Farmers Market Pavilion, opening Friday, August 16th! This beautiful space will be a vibrant home for growers, makers, and shoppers alike, and we can’t wait to share it with you.

🌾 Our On-Farm Stand is Now Open!

We’ve officially opened our little farmstand on-site here at Shelti Farms! Follow “The Nook at Shelti Farms” on Facebook for up-to-date offerings and hours. Right now, you’ll find:

• Fresh-cut flowers

• Tomatoes & peppers

• Lavender honey

• A rotating collection of Shelti botanical products

  
  

🐐 New Goat Herd Additions

Big news on the farmstead—our goat family has grown! We welcomed five Mini Nubian does to the herd. Mini Nubians are the perfect blend of the classic Nubian personality in a more manageable size, ideal for small family milk production. If all goes well, we hope to offer our first babies in spring 2027!

🕯️ Introducing: The Folklore Candle Collection

Just released—our Folklore Collection of hand-poured candles is now available online, at market, and in select shops! These small-batch, seasonal candles bridge the golden days of summer and the early stirrings of fall. Each scent is crafted to evoke mood, memory, and a touch of story:

✨ Porch Swing – Apricot, nutmeg, tonka, musk, and lavandin. A slow, late-summer evening wrapped in nostalgia and a whisper of spice.

🌿 Verdant Wilds – Wild herbs, fresh moss, vetiver, and a hint of citrus. An ode to overgrown paths and the untamed edge of summer.

🍅 Heirloom – Tomato leaf, vetiver, basil, cypress, and lemongrass. Green, bright, and a little wild—like a late July garden bursting at the seams.

🌸 Cottagecore – Pistachio, nutmeg, tonka, oud, and cedar. Cozy yet grounded, this scent evokes warm kitchens, heirloom wood, and slow, intentional living—like a well-worn story passed down with love.

🌲 Whimsy Wood – Fig, coriander, sage, jasmine, and balsam. Enchanting and a little mysterious—spice-laced air and deep woods in bloom.

These will only be around for a short while, so grab your favorites while they last!

As always, thank you for supporting this little farm and all that blooms from it. Whether it’s at the market, through your messages, or visits to the farm, your encouragement means the world to us.

With appreciation and lavender-scented joy,– The Shelti Farms Crew 🌿💛

April Flow

April Newsletter: A New Season Begins

Whew—March was a whirlwind! One week we were trudging through snow, the next we were building garden beds under blue skies. If you blinked, you might’ve missed the start of the season, because things really got going in March.

We added 70 new chicks to help restart our flock and are in the midst of expanding our apiary—more bees, more pollination, more honey (eventually)! And maybe the biggest milestone of the month? We started over 5,000 seeds that will start heading into the ground this coming week. It’s officially go time.

March also brought a huge boost in local sales! In case you hadn’t heard, our products are now in 25+ stores across the metro (see our "Shop Local" tab on the top menu)—a milestone we’re still pinching ourselves over. We also launched a new partnership with Colonial Gardens, and wow—what an incredible first month it’s been! We’ll be expanding our space and offerings there over the next couple of weeks.

And now we welcome April. What will it bring?

This month, the lavender field will slowly begin to wake up. With warmer temps arriving early this year, we’re keeping an eye on what could be an earlier bloom season than usual—fingers crossed! Our focus right now is on pruning for growth, aerating the soil, infusing compost and microbes, and tending to baby plants. There’s also plenty of irrigation repair, weed fabric maintenance, and wrapping up (never-ending) winter cleanup.

We’re also in the thick of animal care—worming, trimming, bathing, and getting everyone in top shape for spring. And don’t forget—our lesson program kicks off this month, and spots are very limited. You can find more info and sign up on our website.

Big news! We’re so excited to announce our upcoming Lavender Dinner & Workshop in collaboration with our wonderful neighbors at Wanderlust Farm. This is going to be a dreamy, delicious evening you won’t want to miss. Tickets and more info here:

Lavender Dinner Tickets

Mark your calendars—the Lee’s Summit Farmers Market opens April 19th from 8–12! We’ll be there for opening day, but not the following week. Our regular season officially begins in May.

Oh, and speaking of markets—while it’s bittersweet to say—we will not be returning as regulars to the Overland Park Farmers Market this season. We love that market and the community there, but we’re starting a shift toward a more sustainable shopping model that works better for our family—and aligns more closely with our long-term vision. It’s a big change, but an exciting one.

And lastly… we might be welcoming a few new animals to the farm by the end of the month. Any guesses?

Thanks for growing with us, cheering us on, and being part of this wild ride.

Stay well, friends. See you soon!

— The Farm Team

March Farm Flow

Hello friends,

As we transition into March, I find myself reflecting on the beauty and lessons each season brings. Winter’s quiet stillness offers moments of rest and reflection, while the first hints of spring fill the air with promise. I truly appreciate the rhythm of the seasons—how they shape our lives in unique ways. And now, with the anticipation of spring on the horizon, I feel a shift in energy, ready to embrace the growth that comes with this new chapter.

Each year, I choose a word that serves as a guiding light for my journey. For 2025, my word is pivot. In the spirit of this word, I’ve been reminded how life is full of unexpected turns—moments where we’re faced with the choice to adapt, adjust, and keep moving forward. It’s not always easy, but it’s essential. Whether you’re navigating challenges big or small, embracing the need to pivot, to brush yourself off and continue forward, is the key to growth. Change is inevitable, and it’s how we respond to it that shapes the direction we take.

With the close of 2024, we made a significant pivot of our own. We shifted our focus towards more local shopping experiences, which meant a bittersweet transition away from being weekly vendors at the Overland Park Farmers Market. It wasn’t an easy decision, as we’ve cherished the connections and sense of community that the market has brought us. But in the spirit of sustainability—both for our business and for my personal well-being—we realized that in order to continue growing and expanding in a meaningful way, we need to redirect our energy. We’re excited to channel that energy into new opportunities, new partnerships, and more ways to connect with our local community.

You can now find our products at a number of local stores listed under the “Shop Local” menu on our website. Also be sure to check out our calendar to see where we’ll be popping up next!

Our FIRST retail account & also our larger Lee's Summit hub. Bel Fiore Flower Co.

A second big change for our business this year is the expansion of our growing program to include a diverse variety of cut flowers, many of which are perfect for creating beautiful dried arrangements. We’re SO looking forward to offering more hands-on “creating” experiences, allowing you to get involved in the process. Plus, we’re planning some unique lavender culinary dining experiences—stay tuned for more details on that soon!

As we step into this new season, I’m excited to see what’s ahead. Spring, with its fresh starts and new beginnings, feels like the perfect time to embrace all the changes we’ve made and continue moving forward with optimism. I hope you’ll join me in celebrating this season of renewal, embracing your own pivots, and finding the beauty in every unexpected turn.

Wishing you all a season filled with growth, change, and renewal.

Pivot on!

With gratitude,

Millie & Fam