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Drive down any Iowa road in the summer and you'll likely see endless fields of corn and soybeans. But if you sneak off the beaten path and head to Oxford, you might get caught in a lavender haze. With ...

Lavender fields, with their vibrant purple hues and calming scent, are a sight to behold. Understanding when to visit these fields is crucial for capturing their full beauty. From Provence to the ...

Discover a dreamy lavender farm in Maine with scenic fields, pick-your-own blooms, and a charming barn shop, perfect for a ...

Leaving behind Saturday’s housework and chores, the unmown lawn, and weeds beginning to top the flowers, my three daughters and I headed for Oxford, Iowa to see the Calyx Creek Lavender & Lodging Farm ...

At Hambly Lavender Farms in Paso Robles, guests can pick their own bouquets to take home or shop a range of products and gifts. Brittany App Off Highway 101 in northern Paso Robles, a sea of purple is ...

For 35 years, James Maris worked as a general contractor in downtown Manhattan. But he had a secret passion for lavender. "I started growing it at home," says Maris, who resides in Rockland County. "I ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. CHERRY VALLEY, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) — If you’re yearning for a fragrant escape without venturing too far from San Diego, a Cherry ...