Why You Need to Tour White Oak Lavender Farm

What says relaxation better than the aromatherapy that naturally occurs on a lavender farm? At White Oak Lavender Farm in Harrisonburg, VA, you have the unique opportunity to walk between the rows of lavender fields as the smell of relaxation wafts up to your nose. Whether it’s in the fields, in the gift shop, or in the wine tasting room, you’ll find some serenity at White Oak Lavender Farm. Here’s why you should take a tour during your next visit to Harrisonburg.

Spend a Relaxing Afternoon at White Oak Lavender Farm

Located just outside of Harrisonburg in Cross Keys, the White Oak Lavender Farm awaits your exploration! Come, make time to stop and smell the flowers! The farm seeks to offer a relaxing experience by providing freshly made lavender products and to educate the surrounding community about the health benefits of lavender. Owner Julie Haushalter got her start with just a few lavender plants, selling lavender products at the Harrisonburg farmer’s market. Today, the farm cultivates over 8,000 plants comprised of several lavender varieties and features several different ways to enjoy the farm!

Things to Do and How to Tour the Farm

There are a variety of great ways to enjoy White Oak Lavender Farm! If you’re bringing kids, the Discovery Area takes a fun and educational look at lavender. The Lavender Shop is the best way to take a piece of the farm with you whether it’s in the form of lavender ice cream or any one of the great products the farm produces. U-Pick lavender fields make a great family activity, and, for an inexpensive activity, it sure smells good! The newest feature of the farm is the Purple WOLF wine tasting room! Come, try a handpicked wine list, some infused with lavender from the farm!

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