Whole lotta shearing going on

One of these things is not like the others

Big thanks to everyone at the Earth Day Food & Wine Event this past weekend, we had a great group of people come to the farm to buy plants. As spring appears to have finally sprung, our sheep shearer has arrived to help put up the wool sweaters.



one side



not a fun new yoga position



Ready for summer!

Now the real trick was shearing the llama, Walterina. She was displeased to say the least, and was so unlady-like as to spit at us four times! Not to mention the body wracking hiccuping sobs that followed, very much like a two year old after a crying fit when they can't catch their breath.


Post hair cut



This is what an angry llama looks like

 That's all the news for now!

Windrose Farm & Artisan Restaurant team up at the Earth Day Food and Wine Event

Enjoy the fun at the Earth Day Food and Wine Event!

We are teaming up with Artisan on April 16th from 1pm to 5pm at the Pomar Junction Winery. Come sample a plethora local wines and artisan food products!


For more information or to purchase tickets go to the following website:

www.earthdayfoodandwine.com

Then the following day, Sunday April 17th, come visit us on the farm for our annual Earth Day Plant Sale. Multitudes of heirloom tomato plants, chili plants, basil & herbs are all available. Join us between 2pm and 6pm, click on the "directions" button on the right if you need them. Once again, please leave your dogs at home as we have plenty here!

April Showers bring icicles?!?

Apples & Ice

No this is not from December! The latest storm to move through brought rain, hail, winds and freezing temperatures. This is April, right?? We turned the orchard irrigation on in the night to help prevent any damage since the water comes out at 80 degrees, helping keep the overall temp up a bit. The water did freeze on the branches and grass, creating a winter wonderland.



Blossom Icicles

The cats seemed to be the smartest of us all, curled into little fur balls safe inside. So for the next few days it looks like we will have to be extra careful not forget it is not summer yet!



Fur Balls

The lambs were taking advantage of the breif bit of sunbathing that was available, just waiting for the next round to move in this afternoon.



Ethan and Buddie



The next round coming 

 Can't wait to see what this storm brings today! Raining frogs???


Produce Availability - April 4, 2011

Loose Greens - LOTS THIS WEEK!

Chicory - red & green Dandelion - loose leaf, tender & not bitter!

Endive - Super fine and tender leaves 

Escarole - little leaves, sweet as lettuce

Mizuna Green & Purple - spicy mustard, delicate & frilly loose leaf

Mibuna - mild sweet green for salad & saute 

Russian Kale - medium size leaves for salads and saute

Red Russian Kale - medium size leaves for salads and saute, hardier flavor 

Siberian Kale - medium size leaves for salads & saute 

Tatsoi Leaves - salad or saute, super sweet

Barbara's Garden Mix - endive, radicchio, golden chard & kale

Spicy Oriental Mix - tatsoi, curly green mustard, mizuna, purple mizuna

Baby Lettuces


Green Garlic - small, tender, and pungent.  LAST WEEK!
Bay Leaves - still on the branch!
Marjoram - sweet spring growth 4" size

Winter Squash

Spaghetti - firm and storing well!

TOMATO PLANTS - all kinds - plant some Windrose Farm at home!

Thanking you for your support and encouragement through the years and wishing you and yours a great week!   Barbara & Bill Spencer and all the crew at Windrose Farm.