Howell's Farm Blog
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!
HOwell's Farm History
Post See Transcript Family traditions matter because they give people a familiar place to reconnect, slow down, and create memories together. In the Howell’s Farm Experience episode “Why Do Families...
Family farm traditions give children, parents, and grandparents a place to slow down, enjoy the outdoors, and create memories together. At destinations such as Howell’s Greenhouse and Pumpkin Patch, families...
Post See Transcript Knowing what plants grow best in Iowa starts with understanding the state’s climate, timing, and growing conditions. In this episode of Howell’s Farm Experience, host Mike Downer...
A successful Iowa garden starts with the right plants, the right timing, and a good feel for local weather. Iowa gardeners need plants that can handle cold winters, late spring...
Explore Our Irises
Bluebird of Happiness Imagine a spring morning, sun dappling a vibrant tapestry of blooms. Among them, a majestic iris rises, its velvety petals adorned in a rich, light blue, reminiscent...
Celestial Bloom Unfolding: A Closer Look at Afterlife’s Morphology Standing tall with an air of celestial charm, ‘Afterlife’ iris (TbAthruE) captivates gardeners with its velvety blooms in shades of ethereal...
Dive into a Feathery Fluff of Charm! Imagine a tiny island in a sun-drenched pond, a miniature paradise where fluffy ducklings waddle and giggle. That’s the playful spirit Iris ‘Baby...
A Dance of Purple and Gold: Unveiling the Enchanting Barbados Bearded Iris Imagine the sun setting over a sapphire sea, casting ripples of violet, amethyst, and bronze across the waves....
Browse Our Plants
Post See Transcript Key Takeaways Local greenhouses provide expert guidance and personalized support Understanding your sunlight conditions is essential before buying plants Beginner-friendly plants like geraniums and SunPatiens are great...
Stepping into a greenhouse for the first time can feel equal parts exciting and overwhelming. Rows of vibrant plants, endless color combinations, and well-meaning advice from every direction can make...
Post See Transcript Key Takeaways The ideal visiting window is mid-September to mid-October Late September to early October offers the best combination of weather and scenery Weekdays provide a quieter,...
