FAQS
How does the U-Pick Season Pass work?
U-Pick Season Pass holders can attend all four u-pick days on the farm this summer. We provide the bucket and clippers, and you get to pick the beautiful flowers! You can come out between 10 am – 1 pm on each Saturday date offered:
Saturday, August 9
Saturday, August 23
Saturday, September 6
Saturday, September 20
Bring family or a friend to share a bucket. Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome in the fields, too. U-pick days are rain or shine, unless the weather becomes dangerous. Please note we cannot allow people in the fields if there is lightning. Should a cancellation be necessary, the rain date will be the Saturday immediately following the canceled pick.
What if I only want to attend one u-pick day on the farm?
You can reserve your bucket now! Just choose the Saturday date you prefer. We provide the bucket and clippers!
Bring family or a friend to share a bucket, or purchase more than one bucket to pick more flowers. Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome in the fields, too. U-pick days are rain or shine, unless the weather becomes dangerous. Please note we cannot allow people in the fields if there is lightning. Should a cancellation be necessary, a rain date will be offered the Saturday immediately following the canceled pick.
Can I become a Summer Flower CSA member and purchase a U-Pick Season Pass or bucket on a specific date?
Yes! We would love that. Just add both to your bag before checkout.
What does CSA mean?
CSA is an abbreviation for Community-Supported Agriculture. This is a system in which the farmer and community share in the benefits and risks of agricultural production. We commit to keeping members informed during the season through email, text, web, and/or print communication.
Flowers included in each share of the harvest could be reduced should weather, blight, or other adverse issue affect the season’s harvest. Similarly, flowers included in each share of the harvest could be more plentiful when weather and conditions support robust production.
When will my Summer Flower CSA begin and end?
The membership options you choose will determine specific start and end date for your flowers. This year’s season is weekly for eight (8) weeks. Distributions will begin the week of June 1 and conclude the week of July 21. We will send you email reminders as the summer season nears.
Why aren't you offering biweekly or monthly Summer Flower CSA memberships this year?
The decision was made to introduce more u-pick days on the farm last year, so more survivors can participate in the effort and more people can enjoy the flowers. Feedback from members last year overwhelmingly indicated a preference for weekly flower distributions rather than biweekly and monthly.
How much does the Summer Flower CSA membership cost?
The Summer Flower CSA membership this year is $240 for eight distributions of beautiful flowers from our farm. A limited number of delivery memberships are available for an additional $10 weekly delivery fee. Please note deliveries can only be made to a Lexington address.
Where and when do I pickup my flowers?
You can choose from these pickup days and locations in Lexington. We are grateful for the support of these community partners:
Third Street Coffee
Tuesdays, 4 to 6 pm
257 Limestone in Lexington
Vine & Branch Wine
Thursdays, 3 to 6 pm
355 Southland Drive in Lexington
Origin Hotel
Thursdays, 5 to 7 pm
The Summit at Fritz Farm
4174 Rowan in Lexington
What if I can't pick up my Summer Flower CSA one week?
We aren’t able to reschedule your pickup day or location after the season has begun. But we understand that illness, vacations, and life’s emergencies happen. If you’re unable to pick up your flowers one week, please send a friend or family member to pick up the flowers in your place.
What kind of flowers do you grow?
Our flowers are local and seasonal. Colors and varieties change throughout the summer. Examples of the most prolific flowers on our farm include Ageratum, Celosia, Cosmos, Gomphrena, Rudbeckia, Sunflowers, and Zinnia.
Is your farm organic?
Although not USDA certified, we use organic fertilizers and pesticides derived from natural sources. Drip irrigation and hand labor reduces our farm’s carbon footprint, and the crops we plant provide a habitat for pollinators and beneficial insects. Little bug bites on leaves here and there are a reminder that we only use sustainable and responsible practices on our farm.
How does my support help survivors of intimate partner abuse?
Your Summer Flower CSA membership and u-pick day attendance supports nature-based healing opportunities for survivors and their children. Our farm is supported by research related to healing outcomes of therapeutic gardens and “social farming” as a means to promote healing and community networks in rural areas. Although survivors can experience benefits of our farm in many ways, many choose to participate through a six-week program with individualized stability goals. Participating survivors recieve a $15 hourly stipend for their contribution of time and effort.
Is my Summer Flower CSA membership or U-Pick Season Pass tax-deductible?
Probably not. The market value of the flowers you’ll receive exceeds the cost being charged. It’s unlikely your membership will be tax-deductible; however, we recommend speaking with a tax professional to confirm. Should you require additional information for tax purposes, please contact us.
What if I have other questions?
Let’s talk. Call 859-519-1911 or complete this short form to reach out.
