Fall equinox marks a change of season

Fall equinox marks a change of season

The fall equinox is an astronomical event that marks the beginning of autumn in the Northern Hemisphere. It occurs when the Sun crosses Earth’s equator. The fall equinox typically occurs on September 22 or 23 each year, but the exact date can vary slightly. On...
How to photograph flowers

How to photograph flowers

We take a lot of photos of our flowers for social media, and our customers who visit Blue Gables Farm love to shoot photos here.  Why wouldn’t they? Flowers are a beautiful and popular subject for photography. They can be photographed in a variety of ways, from...
Lisianthus is the super rose

Lisianthus is the super rose

Lisianthus, often dubbed the “super rose,” is a flower that exudes elegance, charm, and versatility in the world of cut flowers. Resembling a rose in its appearance, lisianthus possesses unique qualities that elevate it to a level of floral excellence...
Help celebrate American Flowers Week 2023

Help celebrate American Flowers Week 2023

American Flowers Week is an annual celebration of American-grown flowers and the farmers, florists, and designers who cultivate and arrange them. This year, American Flowers Week will be held from June 28th to July 4th, 2023, and will feature a range of events and...
10 best practices for shopping at farmers markets

10 best practices for shopping at farmers markets

Farmers markets are a wonderful way to support local agriculture, eat fresh and healthy foods, get great flowers and build community. However, it’s important to approach farmers markets with some best practices in mind to ensure that you are optimizing your...