September Flow

Farm Flow – September

Theme: Taking a Pause

If I’m being honest, I’m not even sure how to sum up August. It wasn’t filled with big announcements—more like a month of behind-the-scenes work, quiet recovery, and a needed pause. Sometimes the farm reminds us that slowing down is just as important as producing.

Still, there was one shining highlight: the grand opening of Green Street in downtown Lee’s Summit, a beautiful new market and event pavilion where we’re thrilled to connect with you in a space that’s both welcoming and accommodating. It feels like the perfect stage to step into the fall season.

🍂 Looking Ahead

September marks the roll-out of:✨ Our Fall candle scents✨ Lavender hot cocoa✨ Lavender cinnamon spice scone mix

Woo indeed! We’ll also be settling into a more consistent market schedule (check our calendar September 1st) and bringing in hands-on workshops, crafting opportunities, and take-home kits at markets. And in the kitchen, we’ve been busy testing lavender marshmallows and even lavender baking chips—part of our goal to keep expanding our ready-to-enjoy culinary offerings.

🏡 Retail Refresh

Our retail partners will be getting a little refresh over the next week. Remember, you can shop Shelti Farms products at:

• Colonial Gardens (Blue Springs)

• Vintage Bee Boutique (Blue Springs)

• Bel Fiore Flower Co. (Lee’s Summit)

• Magnolia Market (Warrensburg)

• Artisans on Wall (Harrisonville)

• Porch Swing (Greenwood)

• Franklin’s General Store (Shawnee)

• The Wild Poppy (Belton)

• Lovett Coffee House (Lone Jack)

• Copper Canary (Liberty)

  
  

🌱 Field Notes: Planting for the Future

Behind the scenes, we’re in the beginning stages of resetting beds and planting cool-season annuals for next year. This is the first year I’ve chosen to go this route—previously, I took the winters off from flowers. But after the tremendous workload of prepping beds and getting thousands of plants in the ground this past spring, I’m ready to try a different rhythm.

The benefits? Many hardy cool-season annuals actually perform better when planted in the fall. By allowing them to establish before winter, they often bloom earlier and produce stronger flowers than those started in spring. To help them through freezing weather, I’ll be using frost cloths—removing them only when snow comes through, since snow itself is nature’s best insulation.

This shift is about easing the spring rush while setting ourselves up for healthier, more resilient blooms. Another reminder from the farm: thoughtful pauses now often mean abundance later.

With gratitude for this season of slowing down and anticipation for what’s to come,

— The Shelti Farms Team 🌿

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