Lavender & Legacy: Crafting Hydrosols, Cultivating Land & Finding Purpose with Mesa Verde Lavender

What does it mean to truly cultivate something—from the soil beneath us to the friendships that sustain us?

In this week’s podcast episode, I sit down with my dear friend Katie of Mesa Verde Lavender Farm to explore the deep connections between plants, healing, and personal transformation. We dive into her journey from music educator to lavender farmer, the unexpected lessons she’s learned from working so closely with this plant, and the magic of turning lavender into hydrosols and essential oils.

Tune in to learn about the magic of lavender, the challenges of farming in the Southwest, and the parallels between soil health, personal growth, and our own microbiomes. Plus, Katie shares her passion for tea ceremony and the profound ways it has deepened her connection to plants, spirituality, and presence.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

• How a city girl with no farming experience became a lavender farmer
• The challenges and rewards of growing medicinal plants in the Southwest
• Why lavender isn’t just a calming herb—it can be stimulating too!
• The importance of soil health and its parallels with personal healing
• How small-scale, boutique farming creates the most potent and intentional plant medicine
• The science and spirit of hydrosols, essential oils, and their best uses
• The mindful practice of tea ceremony and how it can be a powerful daily ritual
• Katie’s experience as a writer, artist, and farmer—and how she balances creativity with the demands of the land

Katie’s passion for lavender, farming, and mindful rituals is contagious, and I know you’ll love this conversation. Whether you’re a plant lover, an herbalist, or just curious about the deeper wisdom of the earth, this episode is packed with inspiration.

Listen to the episode here- Lavender & Legacy: Crafting Hydrosols, Cultivating Land & Finding Purpose with Mesa Verde Lavender