The sweet, slightly herbal scent of lavender has soothing qualities and the sight of fields of lavender is pretty relaxing too. Since Ancient Egyptian times, people have appreciated this plant and if you’re a lavender lover, you need to check out this organic farm in New Mexico.
Located in scenic Abiquiu, Purple Adobe Lavender Farm is a little off the beaten path. It’s just off Highway 84 (between mile markers 210 And 211).
Facebook/Purple Adobe Lavender Farm, Abiquiu, New Mexico As you can see, the setting is idyllic.
The farm is an easy drive from Santa Fe and Taos. It’s also only two hours from Albuquerque, making it a viable destination for a day trip.
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At the moment, the lavender isn’t in bloom. In fact, the fields look more like this.
Facebook/Purple Adobe Lavender Farm, Abiquiu, New Mexico However, the farm is open between April and October.
Whatever time of year you make the pilgrimage out here, you’ll encounter the soft purple hue of lavender everywhere you look…
Facebook/Purple Adobe Lavender Farm, Abiquiu, New Mexico
…From the paint on the doors, to the employees’ outfits, to the hammock that swings in the breeze, waiting for you to lounge in it.
Tripadvisor/Kidoma The farm is a fiesta of purple.
To immerse yourself in the aroma of lavender, visit during July or August, when the farm’s 2500 bushes are in bloom.
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Facebook/Purple Adobe Lavender Farm, Abiquiu, New Mexico
When you arrive, head to the Tea House for lavender iced tea and scones.
Facebook/Purple Adobe Lavender Farm, Abiquiu, New Mexico
Consuming lavender is a type of comfort eating that actually works! And the baked goods are often accompanied by spreads like peach compote, which is made from the sixty plus fruit trees on the property.
Facebook/Purple Adobe Lavender Farm, Abiquiu, New Mexico
Investigate the store, which sells body products made using the farm’s crop (also available online).
Facebook/Purple Adobe Lavender Farm, Abiquiu, New Mexico Purple Adobe’s lavender linen spray is almost magical. From personal experience, I can attest that it really helps with insomnia if you spritz it over bedding. Perhaps the secret to the quality of these items lies in the high altitude growing environment, which produces sweeter than usual lavender oil.
To totally unwind, try walking the farm’s labyrinth. This meditative practice is common to a range of religions but, regardless of your beliefs, exploring a labyrinth while surrounded by lavender is the definition of bliss.
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Each year, Purple Adobe hosts a lavender festival.
Facebook/Purple Adobe Lavender Farm, Abiquiu, New Mexico
It features tours of the lavender fields, craft making, live music and more. Admission is free and, in 2017, this event takes place on July 8th and 9th.
Facebook/Purple Adobe Lavender Farm, Abiquiu, New Mexico
Lavender season at Purple Adobe is yet another reason to eagerly anticipate spring.
Facebook/Purple Adobe Lavender Farm, Abiquiu, New Mexico
Have you visited this gorgeous and tranquil spot in the Chama River Valley?
Facebook/Purple Adobe Lavender Farm, Abiquiu, New Mexico
As you can see, the setting is idyllic.
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However, the farm is open between April and October.
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The farm is a fiesta of purple.
Purple Adobe’s lavender linen spray is almost magical. From personal experience, I can attest that it really helps with insomnia if you spritz it over bedding. Perhaps the secret to the quality of these items lies in the high altitude growing environment, which produces sweeter than usual lavender oil.
Tripadvisor/denise s
For more information, check out the farm’s website or Facebook page.
You may also be interested in our past article: “There’s A Restaurant On This Remote New Mexico Farm And You’ll Want To Visit.”
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