Farm Happenings

Upcoming events, workshops, gatherings and past events sponsored by Elk Meadow Farm & Nursery.

Carrot Trials 2013

Let’s see what grows in Deary, ID area. This year we’ve planted 19 varieties of carrots. Anyone up for a carrot tasting session later on this year? Contact us and we’ll put you on the list! Head Weeder. Continue reading

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Farm Memberships 2012 | farm news

We are currently taking applications for U-Pick Farm Memberships for the year 2012. We’re not a CSA (that sounded too stressful) but by being a farm member you’ll be able to visit our farm on Tuesday afternoon from Noon to … Continue reading

Farm Tour 2012 Aug 18 and Sept 8 | Elk Meadow

Approximately 4 acres of beautiful flower and food gardens in growing Zone 5 (Colder growing areas than Moscow or Lewiston). On our walking tours you’ll see a Eucalyptus tree that has survived the winter (and be taught the reason why), a fig tree that just loves the protection of our hoop house, our kiwi arbor, raised beds, the Batik Iris Patch (yes, we’re selling tubers this year), Paw Paw trees, two types of ginger, flowers galore, fruits you’ll not find in any local stores, zone 4 table grapes, our fruit orchard, Pixie’s Berry Patch, lots of arbors and vining plants. We have Indian Runner ducks, rare and endangered chickens (and our regular flock of older “girls” who live at Chicken Hill), our newest fancy chicken coop, butterfly gardens, a variety of composting and permaculture techniques, medicinal and culinary herbs and more. Continue reading

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Michael’s Pumpkin Patch

Michael’s pumpkin patch was blessed with abundance this year. He loves his pumpkins! He donates some every year to Deary Elementary School for their math project.        

What We Grow

2012 Growers list. A list of the flowers, herbs, veggies, fruits, medicinal herbs, berries and other plants that we grow here at Elk Meadow Farm and Nursery. Continue reading

Workshop-Quick Hoops and Caterpillar Tunnels for Season Extension 4-22-12

Workshop: Quick Hoop bending and Caterpillar Tunnel for Season Extension Sunday April 22, 2012 noon Date: Sunday April 22 at Noon. The Workshop: Potluck at noon. Bring something to share and a chair. Quick hoop bending starts at 1:15. Rain … Continue reading

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