我們在喬治亞州梅特的故事
幾年前，我們夢想購買一個小農場。上帝在 2022 年使這個長期計劃成為可能。然而，由於健康原因以及想要離孫子更近，他們決定是時候了。她已故的父親還建造了他們可愛的溫室，我們將其命名為亨利梅爾頓溫室。我們的室內種植建築最初是為了容納南方大豆蠟燭公司而設計和建造的。
事情是從一朵玫瑰開始的…
在我們最後一次走過時，我們與萊特爾一家分享了微笑並流下了眼淚。我們了解了草地的一些歷史以及許多植物和樹木的故事。他們在延伸到池塘的碼頭盡頭結婚了。顯然，每一英畝土地都滲透著對土地和家庭的熱愛。
一開始
在這裡的第一個夏季，我們捕捉了每朵花朵的壯觀外觀，並透過簡訊與前主人萊特爾夫人分享。當我們有客人來訪時，我們的孩子們用盛開的花朵製作花束。我們對小型蔬菜農場的願景正在尋求轉變。
我晚上從來不做夢……我喜歡做白日夢，但我很少做夢，或者說我很少記得自己夢到了什麼。然而，我開始夢想著一片無情的大麗花田！請注意，我曾經有一個棕色的拇指，無法讓簡單的室內植物存活。我記得幾年前，我的朋友奧布里參觀了我們在斯泰茨伯勒的房子，並提到她很驚訝我們只有絲綢植物。這件事一直困擾著我，因為我是在南達科他州平原上 6 英尺高的花園長大的，這個花園吞噬了我 4 英尺高的蘇奶奶。甚至我的奶奶克里斯周圍也總是有美麗的植物和花朵。
當我們在草地上賓至如歸時，與萊特爾夫人最珍貴的互動來自她已故父親為她種植的一株優雅的紅玫瑰叢——直到去年秋天她來訪期間，他們終於可以把它帶回新家了。透過這些多次交流，人們對在草地上分享上帝之美的熱愛誕生了。神對我們生命的計劃開始展開。
箴言激情
我熱衷於成為箴言女性。雖然我可能每天在這方面都失敗，但我認為我的市場將是蔬菜。只有上帝知道祂對我們的計劃。為了增加我們對上帝願景的絕對信心，我患有一種頸椎裂，這是一個晚期診斷，它影響了我日常生活的各個方面。有時我會癲癇發作或必須經常休息，甚至幾週我大部分時間都臥床不起。這就是為什麼我們有 3 英尺高的高架床。
我身邊的許多人都認為我們追求這個夢想是瘋狂的，但我相信努力讓事情變得更容易實現，而且我知道上帝仍然對我們有一個計劃。我們感謝一路上給予的所有幫助。作為家庭教育課程的一部分，我們的孩子還學習社區知識、如何經營企業，以及幫助我們的 Farmette（為了公平的小費）的許多方面。
我們期待在 Lytle 的許可下繼續分享過去和現在。當我們了解更多關於歷史和她的故事時，我們將分享更多關於草地的資訊。
「早在撒該需要見耶穌之前，桑樹就已經被種植來滿足他的需要。”
~未知
深水水耕和室內全年本地花卉
如果一開始你沒有成功...
自2022年10月下旬以來，我們一直在嘗試室內農業深水水耕法。我們希望為當地市場提供只有受控環境才能提供的全年鮮花。我們也對許多種子開始使用淺層氣培法，為花朵提供一個良好的開端，讓花朵生根發芽。
在整個實驗過程中，我們遇到了一些挑戰，失去了一些插條，並且必須重新開始幾次。堅持到底，我們學到了很多教訓，很慶幸我們終於收穫了許多百日菊，並且很快就會有大麗花！我們的工廠產量已經翻了一番，並且夢想著如果上帝願意的話，我們可以盡可能地擴大規模。
水耕種植的好處：
- 您幾乎可以在任何地方進行園藝。
- 水耕法佔用的空間較少。
- 你可以在任何季節成長。
- 水耕植物生長速度提高 50%。
- 收穫較大。
- 使用更少的水。
- 害蟲較少。
我們很高興能夠擁有種植當地花卉的方法、經驗和機會，為想要在 11 月為伴娘製作自己花束的鮮切花的新娘，以及在 4 月初想要仲夏野花的新娘！
僅僅因為鮮花不是“當季”，並不意味著您無法舉辦夢想中的婚禮……而我們就是為此而準備的！只要我們有足夠的通知，我們就可以在 Lytle 花店的土壤中或我們的深水水耕帳篷中種植許多花卉。
如果您對水耕法感興趣，我們可以在您入門時為您提供指導。我們也提供 Bootstrap Farmer©️ 水耕荷蘭桶、Net Pods、種植燈等。
關於我們的鮮花
在我們的花卉農場，我們以種植各種特色切花和綠化植物而感到自豪，這些植物可以為任何插花增添優雅和魅力。我們精心策劃的選擇包括：
1.精緻的花朵：從充滿活力的大麗花和精緻的毛茛屬植物到經典的玫瑰和異國情調的百合，我們的花朵系列提供了萬花筒般的顏色、形狀和香味，以滿足各種喜好和場合。
2.獨特品種：我們專注於培育不常見的稀有和傳家寶品種。我們獨特的花朵和野花脫穎而出，為任何花束或中心裝飾增添一絲精緻。
3.季節性精選：全年，我們的產品隨著季節變化而變化，展現大自然的禮物之美。無論是夏季百日菊的鮮豔色彩、秋季向日葵的溫暖色調，還是春季鬱金香的精緻花朵，我們的季節性選擇確保每一種佈置都抓住了當下的精髓。
4.鬱鬱蔥蔥的綠色植物：除了令人驚嘆的花朵外，我們還提供各種鬱鬱蔥蔥的綠色植物和樹葉，以補充任何花卉設計。從層疊的常春藤和芬芳的桉樹到有紋理的蕨類植物和大膽的熱帶樹葉，我們的綠色植物為佈置增添了深度、質感和視覺趣味。
5.永續採收：我們在新鮮度最高時採收鮮花和綠色植物，以確保長壽和最佳美麗。我們的永續採收實踐優先考慮植物的健康和活力，使它們能夠茁壯成長並在未來的日子裡繼續為我們的客戶帶來愉悅。
無論您是在籌備婚禮、特別活動，還是只是尋找日常當地花卉選擇，我們的特色切花和綠植都能為您帶來一絲自然之美和優雅氣息，給人留下清新、持久的印象。
The Aspinwall Family
Our dream of owning a small farm began years ago, and by God's grace, it became a reality in 2022. We were blessed to purchase the meadows from a kindhearted couple who, though reluctant to sell, chose to be closer to their grandchildren and prioritize their health. Their love for this land touched us deeply, and we've worked to honor it ever since. One special feature of the property is the charming greenhouse, lovingly built by her late father, which we've named the Henry Melton Greenhouse in his memory.
Another treasure is our indoor growing building, originally crafted to house the Southern Soy Candle Company. Every space here carries a story, and we're excited to write the next chapter with you as part of our journey.
It started with a rose...
When we walked through the meadows at the final walkthrough with the Lytles, we shared smiles and tears, bound by a shared love for this special place. They spoke of its history and the stories behind so many of the gardens, plants and trees that had taken root here. We learned they had exchanged their wedding vows at the end of the dock stretching into the pond, a spot that seemed to echo with their love for family and the land. It was clear this property was more than soil and trees—it was a legacy of devotion.
A New Beginning
In those first summer months, we discovered beauty at every turn. Each bloom felt like a small miracle, and we captured their arrival in photos to share with Mrs. Lytle through text messages. It felt like a way to honor her connection to this land while making it our own. When friends visited, our children joyfully gathered bouquets from the flowers that had burst into bloom. What started as a vision for a small vegetable farm slowly began to transform into something deeper.
One of the most meaningful moments came through an elegant red rose bush that Mrs. Lytle’s late father had planted for her. That rose became a connection point for us—a living symbol of love and resilience. Last fall, Mrs. Lytle was able to take the rose bush to her new home, a reminder of how deeply this land has touched all our lives. Through moments like these, we felt God’s hand guiding us toward sharing His beauty in the meadows.
Faith and Resilience
I’ve always been inspired by the Proverbs woman and strive, however imperfectly, to live by her example. For years, I believed our “field to market” would be vegetables, but God had a different plan. Living with Cervical Spina Bifida—a condition that affects my daily life—has taught me to lean on faith and adapt. Some days bring seizures, long periods of rest, or challenges that seem insurmountable. That’s why we built 3-foot-high raised beds—to ensure I could still nurture this dream, even on hard days.
Many people thought we were chasing an impossible dream, but we believed in God’s vision for our community, . With the help of our children, who earn a fair wage for their efforts as part of their homeschooling, we’ve embraced this journey together. They’re learning not just about farming, but about community, perseverance, and the joy of creating something meaningful.
With the Lytles’ blessing, we’re honored to preserve and share the stories of this land. Every corner of the meadows holds history, beauty, and a reminder that God’s plans are always unfolding in His perfect timing.
“Long before Zacchaeus needed to see Jesus, the sycamore tree was planted to meet his need.” ~Unknown
If at first you don't succeed.
Since late October 2022, we’ve been exploring new ways to grow and nurture blooms sustainability, embracing indoor agriculture through Deep Water Hydroponics. This method allows us to experiment with providing year-round flowers for our local market, a possibility only achievable within the stability of a controlled environment.
We’ve also incorporated shallow aeroponics for many of our seed starts, giving our flowers a strong and healthy head start. By focusing on robust root systems, we’re ensuring that each bloom thrives and reaches its fullest potential. These innovations are helping us honor our commitment to sustainability and sharing God’s beauty with our community in every season.
Each new technique, each lesson learned, brings us closer to creating a space where growth isn’t just about flowers—it’s about faith, resilience, and the joy of cultivating something meaningful for others.
Throughout our experiment, we had several challenges, lost a few cuttings and had to start over several times. Staying the course, we have learned so many lessons and are thankful that we are finally harvesting many zinnias and have dahlias coming soon! We have doubled in our plant production and have plans of expanding as we are able If it is His will.
Benefits of Growing Hydroponically:
Hydroponics offers incredible advantages that make gardening accessible and efficient:
Flexibility to Garden Anywhere: With hydroponics, you’re not limited by soil quality or outdoor space.
Space Efficiency: This method uses significantly less space than traditional gardening.
Year-Round Growth: Grow fresh flowers or produce in any season, no matter the weather.
Faster Growth Rates: Plants grow up to 50% faster in hydroponic systems.
Higher Yields: Enjoy larger harvests with healthier plants.
Water Conservation: Hydroponics uses less water than soil-based gardening.
Reduced Pests: Controlled environments mean fewer pests and diseases.
We are thrilled to use these benefits to grow local, fresh flowers for any occasion. Whether it’s a bride dreaming of fresh-cut November blooms for her bridesmaids to create their own bouquets or someone seeking vibrant mid-summer wildflowers in early April, we make those dreams possible. Flowers may not always be “in season,” but that doesn’t mean you can’t have your perfect wedding blooms—and we’re here to help!
With ample notice, we can grow many flower varieties in our Lytle Flower Shop, whether in soil or deep water hydroponic tents.
Interested in Hydroponics?
Read our brief overvew of hydroponics on our bog.
If you’d like to start your own hydroponic garden, we’re happy to help! We offer guidance and carry essential supplies, including Bootstrap Farmer©️ Dutch Buckets, Net Pods, Grow Lights, and more to help you get started.
Whether you're planning a wedding, garden, farm, special event, or simply looking everyday local floral selections, our specialty cut flowers, greenery & curated brands offer a touch of natural beauty and elegance.
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