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The Bloom Journal
Behind the rows at Wendland Family Farm - a farmer's notes on growing beauty.
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Last Chance to Join the 2026 Flower Subscription at Wendland Family Farm
Fresh, farm-grown bouquets are one of the simplest ways to bring the beauty of the season into your home. Our 2026 Flower Subscriptions close March 20th, and this is your last chance to reserve weekly blooms from Wendland Family Farm.
Erica Wendland
Mar 152 min read


Seasonal Bouquet Calendar: What Blooms When
Flowers follow nature’s calendar, not our schedules. Learn how seasonal blooms arrive in their own time—and why understanding what blooms when helps us appreciate flowers more deeply.
Erica Wendland
Mar 152 min read


Why We Share Seasonal Guides
At Wendland Family Farm, we follow the quiet rhythm of the seasons. Our free monthly seasonal guides are gentle companions—offering reflections, small rituals, and simple ways to slow down and notice the beauty of everyday life.
Erica Wendland
Mar 152 min read


Laying the Groundwork: Why We Created the Spring Garden Foundations Workshop
This spring, Wendland Family Farm and 10:4 Farm are coming together to host a workshop focused on the foundations of a successful garden season. Rooted in practical experience and a passion for sharing knowledge, this gathering is about slowing down, planning well, and growing together as a community.
Erica Wendland
Mar 53 min read


Intentional Farming: What We Decide Before the First Seed Is Planted
Before the first seed is planted, there’s a quieter kind of work that happens—one rooted in intention, pace, and purpose. This is the part of the season no one sees, but everything depends on it.
Erica Wendland
Feb 242 min read


Where We Grow: The Stories Behind The Adventures — The Complete Collection Has Arrived
Some roots grow in soil.
Others grow in stories, in people, and in the places that hold our hearts.
Where We Grow: The Stories Behind the Adventures is a four-book children’s collection rooted in family, seasons, faith, and the slow, unseen work of becoming. Written to be read slowly and returned to often, these stories invite children and grown-ups alike to notice the small moments that shape a life—and to grow together along the way.
Erica Wendland
Dec 17, 20253 min read


The Blooming Legacy: The Untold Story of Wendland Family Farm
Wendland Family Farm isn’t just a place where flowers grow—it’s where memories take root, community gathers, and generations pour their hearts into the soil. Every bloom tells a story. Every row holds a legacy.
Erica Wendland
Dec 2, 20253 min read


The Tenderest Thing I’ve Ever Grown Wasn’t Flowers—It Was This Story. My Book - The Bloom That Built Me - Launches Tomorrow.
I didn’t begin with confidence—I began in the dirt. With trembling hands, crooked rows, and a whisper of faith too small to measure. But that’s the thing about beginnings… God sees what they’ll become long before we do. I planted unsure, but He grew something in me long before anything bloomed in the field.
Erica Wendland
Nov 27, 20253 min read


Unleash Your Inner Floral Designer: Bouquet Arranging Tips From Your Local Flower Farmer
Get the inside scoop on choosing flowers, pairing colors, and arranging bouquets like a pro—plus a little hint at our Let It Bloom workshops where you can try it hands-on.
Erica Wendland
Nov 27, 20253 min read


Old-Fashioned Values Meet Modern Convenience: The Farm Stand at Wendland Family Farm
Experience the charm of a self-serve, honor-system farm stand at Wendland Family Farm in West Point, Iowa—where fresh local produce, community connection, and timeless values come together.
Erica Wendland
Nov 25, 20253 min read


From Seedlings to Sunshine: A Day in the Life of a Flower Farmer
Step behind the blooms and into the quiet, soulful rhythm of flower farming — where early-morning hope, sun-warmed rows, and the tender work of growing beauty come together in a way that transforms the land… and the farmer.
Erica Wendland
Nov 21, 20253 min read


Exploring the Beautiful Blend of Homeschooling + Farm Life
Homeschooling on the farm opens the door to a world where learning grows right alongside the flowers—hands-on, meaningful, and beautifully connected to the land.
Erica Wendland
Nov 20, 20253 min read


Discover the Magic Inside the Book of Bouquets
The Book of Bouquets is your doorway to farm-fresh joy all season long—redeem beautifully arranged, hand-picked blooms grown right here at Wendland Family Farm.
Erica Wendland
Nov 19, 20252 min read


Behind the Blooms: A Real Day on Wendland Family Farm
At Wendland Family Farm, every bouquet begins long before the clippers come out. Sunrise starts with checking tiny seedlings, tending the rows, and working with nature to keep the farm thriving. By mid-morning, the fields burst with color as fresh blooms are harvested at just the right moment. Each stem is grown with intention, arranged with heart, and shared with the community we love. Behind every bouquet is a day of passion, hard work, and the simple joy of watching someth
Erica Wendland
Nov 18, 20253 min read


10 Reasons Flower Subscriptions Make the BEST Christmas Gift
This Christmas, surprise someone you love with a gift that lasts far beyond the holidays. A flower subscription delivers fresh, farm-grown beauty all season long and supports your local family farm with every bouquet.
Erica Wendland
Nov 17, 20252 min read


Top 10 Flowers Grown in Iowa
Discover the top 10 flowers that thrive right here in Iowa. From zinnias to sunflowers to those magical late-summer dahlias, here’s a walk through the blooms that make Midwest gardens shine.
Erica Wendland
Nov 17, 20252 min read


What to Expect from a Flower Subscription
Learn what’s included in a Wendland Family Farm flower subscription — from seasonal bouquets to simple pickup and long-lasting blooms.
Erica Wendland
Nov 16, 20252 min read


Digging into the Dirt: Life on the Wendland Family Farm
Life on the Wendland Family Farm is rooted in family, flowers, and the simple joy of growing good things for our community. Here’s a closer look at the heart behind the blooms.
Erica Wendland
Nov 16, 20253 min read


Why Local Flowers Last Longer: The Truth Behind Fresher, Happier Blooms
Local flowers last longer because they start fresher — it’s that simple. While grocery-store blooms often spend days or even weeks traveling across countries, local flowers are harvested at the perfect stage and delivered straight from the field to your hands. With less handling, fewer chemicals, and cleaner water from the very start, they arrive healthier, happier, and ready to thrive in your home. When you buy local, you’re not just supporting your community — you’re choosi
Erica Wendland
Nov 15, 20254 min read


Where It All Began: Our Very First Pumpkin Patch
Our very first year growing pumpkins was an adventure I’ll never forget—a journey my daughter and I shared every step of the way. While you may see truckloads of pumpkins at The Farm Stand come fall, this patch is so much more than that. It’s about memories, hard work, and the pure joy of watching life grow from a tiny seed.
Erica Wendland
Oct 29, 20252 min read
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