The Hambly Lavender Journal
Farm stories, lavender education, and useful ways to bring the farm home.
Welcome to the Hambly Lavender Journal — where we share what’s happening on the farm, how our lavender products are made, and simple ways to use lavender in everyday life.
Featured Posts:
Lavender Season in California: When to Visit, What to Expect, and How to Bring the Calm Home
In California, lavender season typically runs from May through September, with peak bloom happening in June and early July. The exact timing depends on weather, variety (there are many), and growing conditions — lavender blooms gradually, not all at once.
At Hambly Lavender Farm in San Miguel, just north of Paso Robles, our season opens on Mother’s Day and continues through the summer, offering different experiences as the fields change.
Gifts That Actually Get Used
A thoughtful kind of love for real life
Let’s be honest — most of us don’t need more stuff.
We’re busy. We’re tired. We’re juggling work, family, caregiving, and everything else life throws at us. And while gifts are always given with good intentions, a lot of them end up sitting on a shelf or getting passed along later.
What if the most meaningful gift is something that actually gets used?
Lavender Linen & Room Spray and Lavender Hydrosol both begin with lavender grown on our farm, but they are not the same thing. Here’s how they smell different, how to use each one, and which bottle to reach for.