Welcome to the Howell’s Greenhouse & Pumpkin Patch Farm Blog! We are excited to share insights into life on the farm, upcoming events, as well as tips and tidbits about how you can get the most from your purchases at Howell’s!
Come experience the tranquility of yoga alongside our goats or admire the beauty of nature at our Flower Festival. Let us share our love for farming and nature through our blog and visit in person at any of our many farm events! See you soon!
A good pumpkin should last long enough to enjoy the season, not soften before Halloween arrives. Whether you are carving jack-o’-lanterns, baking pies, or building a porch display, freshness matters....
Post See Transcript Key Takeaways Choose the pumpkin based on how you plan to use it: carving, cooking, or decorating. A green, attached stem is one of the best signs...
Post See Transcript Key Takeaways Howell’s Greenhouse and Pumpkin Patch offers a complete fall experience for families near Des Moines. Attractions include pumpkin patches, corn mazes, flower fields, playgrounds, and...
For years, family entertainment revolved around movie theaters, malls, arcades, and indoor attractions. Today, more families are choosing outdoor experiences that feel meaningful, memorable, and connected to real life. Across...
The Dazzling Depths of the Courtney Rucker Iris Prepare to be mesmerized by the Courtney Rucker iris, a captivating cultivar that’s sure to steal the show in any garden. This...
The “Cross My Heart” Iris: A Promise in Petals The “Cross My Heart” iris is a true showstopper, captivating gardeners and flower enthusiasts alike with its stunning beauty and unexpected...
A Dive into the Dark Storm Iris The Dark Storm iris is a captivating study in contrasts, a tall bearded cultivar that commands attention with its bold colors and enigmatic...
Unveiling “Absolute Treasure” Iris germanica ‘Absolute Treasure’ is a Tall Bearded Iris (TB) cultivar renowned for its captivating sky blue blooms and elegant stature. Reaching up to 42 inches (107...
You know that feeling when you step outside and take a deep breath? You feel different right away. Calmer. Lighter. Happier. That shift is real. Being outside, whether it’s on...
Some of the best school memories happen outside. Think sunshine, dirt under fingernails, and room to run. While classroom lessons have their place, kids often learn more when they use...
You might expect dirt, a cow or two, and some pumpkins. But a first visit to a local farm, especially Howell’s, brings more. It’s fresh air, simple fun, and time...
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