Sumptuous lavender blooms grace the landscapes of Long Island, announcing the arrival of summer.
Let's dive headfirst into the sweet aroma and purple splendor of Long Island's wildest lavender farm, Lavender by the Bay. This mother of all lavender fields has been blooming its magic for over two decades, and it's high time you experience the enchantment for yourself!
Lavender's Crazy Love Story
It all started with a man named Serge who couldn't get enough of summers spent tending to a herd of cows in the heart of southern France. But love took hold when he met a wonderful woman named Susan, and together they moved Stateside in 1979.
With a heart full of nostalgia for his French countryside beginnings, Serge decided to bring a touch of his beloved homeland to their cozy Southold, NY retreat. He planted lavender everywhere, crafting an idyllic French landscape for his little slice of heaven. Susan, always resourceful, started transforming the extra blossoms into sachets, lavender sticks, and rustic bouquets to sell on the driveway. That was just the beginning!
The buzz about these aromatic gatherings grew louder and louder, and soon word spread about Serge's honeybees—the workers behind the sweet nectar they produced. People couldn't get enough! As demand for lavender and honey skyrocketed, the couple realized they needed more land to keep up, and that's when Lavender by the Bay blossomed!
The Lavender Barnyard Today
With two fabulous farms in East Marion and Calverton, NY, Lavender by the Bay is home to a breathtaking collection of both English and French lavender. If you haven't visited these places yet, you're seriously missing out!
The Calverton farm, sprawling across 17 lush acres, is home to an astounding 80,000 lavender crops. Blooming like crazy from mid-June to July, and again for a smaller bloom in late summer/early fall, these fields won't be sitting pretty for long. If you're reading this, it means the lavender is already beginning to blossom, and you better get your butt there ASAP!
And, my friend, there's so much more they've got cooking: buy yourself some freshly cut lavender bunches to scent your sanctuary, or indulge in other goodies like candles, teas, plants, body products, and local honey—all harvested from their resident beeswax-spinning bees!
Bloom You Say? Oh Yeah, Let's Go!
As of June 7th, 2025, the lavender at the Calverton farm has started to bloom, and it's only getting prettier by the day[1][4]. In case you're wondering, yes, the East Marion farm is still catching a little sun-kissed patience, but the Calverton fields are ready and waiting for you!
In case you were thinking about sneaking a snip, no dice—pickings are strictly prohibited. But fear not, for there are comfy seating areas woven amongst the fields, allowing you to sit back, relax, and absorb the incredible atmosphere of thousands of lavender blossoms and that unrivaled scent that will take your breath away[1][4].
You can keep tabs on the bloom status by following them on Instagram[3] and buying your tickets on their website[2]. Get ready to travel the scented lane to 3536 Middle Country Rd/Rt25, Calverton, NY 11933! The Calverton farm is open daily from 10 am to 5 pm, so be sure to plan your visit, and let the lavender love-fest commence!
Don't Miss Out on the Blooming of Roses on Fifth Avenue this Summer!
[1] Blooming Season for Lavender by the Bay: June – July, with a smaller bloom in late summer/early fall.[2] Purchase Tickets for Lavender by the Bay on their website.[3] Instagram Page of Lavender by the Bay - @lavenderbythebay (Bloom status updates and beautiful photos are posted here.)[4] Location - 3536 Middle Country Rd/Rt25, Calverton, NY 11933. Open daily from 10 am to 5 pm, weather permitting.
- At Lavender by the Bay, the home-and-garden enthusiast can indulge in various events during the summer, such as purchasing freshly cut lavender bunches to scent their home or exploring the collection of English and French lavender fields.
- The lifetime lovers of gardening and aromatic blossoms shouldn't miss out on witnessing the Lavender by the Bay's annual event, where the seating areas amidst the lush lavender fields offer a chance to relax and soak in the enchanting scenery, reminiscent of both English and French lifestyles.
