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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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How to Dry Herbs at Home: Simple Ways to Preserve Your Garden Harvest
Learn how to dry fresh herbs at home and preserve your garden harvest for year-round use. From harvesting and air drying to dehydrating, storing, and cooking with dried herbs, discover simple ways to bring a little of your garden into your kitchen long after the growing season ends.
Erica Wendland
2 days ago12 min read
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How to Make a Dried Floral Wreath: From Garden Flowers to Beautiful Home Decor
Learn how to make a beautiful dried floral wreath using preserved garden flowers, natural grasses, and a grapevine base. Discover flower drying tips, wreath-making techniques, and seasonal inspiration from Wendland Family Farm.
Erica Wendland
3 days ago6 min read
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How to Make a Fall Simmer Pot: Bring the Warmth of the Harvest Home
Bring the warmth of autumn into your home with a simple botanical simmer pot! Learn how to combine apples, oranges, cinnamon, and cloves to create a cozy, natural fragrance. Discover tips for using garden-grown herbs, preserving seasonal ingredients, and creating thoughtful handmade gifts inspired by the harvest.
Erica Wendland
3 days ago5 min read
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Introducing the Wendland Family Farm Digital Library: Bringing Farm Life, Learning & Inspiration Home
From our family farm in West Point, Iowa, to your home! Discover the story behind the Wendland Family Farm Digital Library, featuring gardening guides, nature-based learning activities, sourdough resources, creative projects, and inspiration for every season.
Erica Wendland
3 days ago6 min read
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