Spring Rural Romp

May 28, 2024 @ 4:00 amNews

Andy and Emily Harman show off the last of their spring tulips at Mapleton Acres Flower Farm. The main growing season begins in August – with cut-your-own bookings to come – but the pair is ready any time to help soon-to-be-married couples with their floral arrangements of any size. Photos by Jordan Snobelen

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Rural rompers got to experience the tastes and sights of Wellington County’s diverse farming operations during the Taste Real Spring Rural Romp self-guided farm and food tour last weekend. Local farms, markets and nurseries in Mapleton, Minto and Wellington North welcomed visitors from 10am to 4pm on May 25.

Photos by Jordan Snobelen

Stephanie Craig and Steve Larmer took a break from their first Rural Romp at Tullamore Lavender Co. near Arthur to pose for a photo among rows of of around 2,500 lavender plants that will bloom next month. The couple is planning a lavender-themed festival for June 22.