Chamber welcomes Sandpoint Lavendar Farm
(Photo courtesy GREATER SANDPOINT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE) Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce officials welcomed Sandpoint Lavendar Farm to the organization at a recent ribbon-cutting ceremony. Pictured, from left are Vicky Jacobson, Betty Faletto, Bob Witte, Kris McPeek, and Kate McAlister.
SANDPOINT — The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce welcomed Sandpoint Lavender Farm to the organization with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, July 3.
Located just north of Sandpoint, Kris McPeek and her husband had big dreams for their 20-acre property.
“Our family has always had a love of growing and using herbs, especially lavender. With lots of acreage at hand we investigated the idea of a working lavender farm and found it to be the perfect fit,” said McPeek.
Despite the challenges, they now have two acres of four types of lavender plants, and a half-acre of mint. The McPeeks said Sandpoint Lavendar Farm is dedicated to natural and sustainable farming practices and does not use herbicides or pesticides of any kind.
The farm’s pure essential lavender oils are distilled right on the farm, including the 2017 International Lavender Sommelier Gold Medal Award of Excellence “Grosso” oil winner. Sandpoint Lavender Farm uses a 40-gallon custom made copper still that creates 100 percent pure essential lavender oils and hydrosols using ancient glacial well water. This artisan method of distillation has been used for centuries. Their products include a variety of essential oils, florals, health and beauty products, and gift sets.
While the farm is not open to the public, they are hoping to offer tours in the future. For now, area resident can find them at the Sandpoint Farmers Market, Fosters Crossing and online at sandpointlavenderfarm.com. They also offer wholesale and bulk pricing and love to donate items to local charities and nonprofit organizations.
Information: sandpointlavenderfarm.com