A Season in Bloom at Loblolly Lavender Farm

Loblolly Lavender Farm has become a seasonal destination for visitors seeking the beauty, fragrance, and tranquility of lavender season. Since the farm opened three years ago, it has grown into a beloved local attraction, drawing guests from across the region to experience vibrant lavender fields, handcrafted products, and the peaceful atmosphere of a working farm.

Loblolly Lavender Farm is a family-owned operation built on a love of gardening and creating beautiful spaces for others to enjoy. Owners Keith and Tracy Cook saw an opportunity to combine their passion for growing with a desire to create a place where people could slow down, connect with nature, and spend time with friends and family. Lavender proved to be the perfect fit, offering beauty, fragrance, and versatility while creating opportunities to develop a variety of handmade products.

Today, more than 2,000 lavender plants bloom across the property, creating a colorful landscape that attracts visitors throughout the summer months. Guests can stroll through fragrant rows of lavender, browse the farm’s selection of handcrafted lavender products, and enjoy a peaceful setting that feels worlds away from the pace of everyday life. Every aspect of the farm reflects the Cook family’s passion for growing, creating, and sharing their love of the outdoors with others.

Beyond the fields themselves, Loblolly Lavender Farm has become a gathering place for the community. The farm welcomed more than 1,000 guests during its lavender festival, demonstrating the growing interest in agritourism experiences throughout the region and helping establish the event as a summertime destination for both residents and visitors. Guests are drawn not only by the blooms, but also by the opportunity to spend time outdoors, support a local family business, and experience a unique side of Shelton’s agricultural community.

As the 2026 season gets underway, visitors can once again look forward to beautiful lavender blooms, handcrafted products, photo opportunities, and a relaxing farm experience during peak bloom. The farm reopened for the season on June 12, and guests can explore the property, shop lavender-inspired products, and enjoy the peaceful setting that has become a favorite summertime destination in Mason County. The farm continues to expand its selection of lavender products while preserving the charm and authenticity that guests have come to appreciate.

One of the highlights of the season will be Loblolly Lavender Farm’s 3rd Annual Lavender Festival, taking place July 11 and 12 from 10:00a to 4:00p each day. The festival has become a popular summer tradition, bringing together visitors from throughout the region to celebrate lavender season at its peak.

Festival attendees can spend the day strolling through fields of blooming lavender, shopping from more than 20 local vendors, enjoying food trucks and live music, and taking in the beauty of the farm. Lavender will also be available for U-Cut, allowing guests to bring a piece of the experience home with them.

For the Cook family, the support of the local community has been instrumental to the farm’s success. They remain grateful for both residents and out-of-town visitors who make the journey to the farm each year. Every visit helps support a small family business while contributing to the growing agritourism opportunities that continue to make our area a unique destination for visitors.

As summer unfolds and the fields begin to bloom, Loblolly Lavender Farm invites visitors to experience the sights, scents, and serenity of lavender season firsthand. Whether visiting the festival, shopping for handcrafted products, or enjoying a quiet afternoon among the blooms, guests will discover a welcoming place to slow down and enjoy the beauty of our region.