About North of Eden Farm
Sourcing from the Eastern Shore of Maryland
Sourcing from the Eastern Shore of Maryland
Sourcing from the Eastern Shore of Maryland
We’re proud to cultivate over 2,500 lavender plants across our fields—each one contributing to the exquisite fragrances and soothing properties in our lavender-based products. What sets us apart is our deep commitment to local sourcing: every ingredient we can, we grow or gather right here on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Indeed, even the “li
We’re proud to cultivate over 2,500 lavender plants across our fields—each one contributing to the exquisite fragrances and soothing properties in our lavender-based products. What sets us apart is our deep commitment to local sourcing: every ingredient we can, we grow or gather right here on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Indeed, even the “lime” we use for our lavender beds is made from crushed clam and oyster shells harvested from the Chesapeake Bay—a sustainable, circular practice that enriches our soil naturally, honors the ecosystem, and keeps the origins of our products rooted in place.
Energy independent
Sourcing from the Eastern Shore of Maryland
Sourcing from the Eastern Shore of Maryland
Our entire farm is sustainably powered by solar energy. The solar panels installed in the fields also serve a dual purpose: they offer a comfortable shaded retreat for our goats during the hot afternoons, reducing heat stress and improving their overall well-being. In addition, whenever we generate more electricity than we need, that extr
Our entire farm is sustainably powered by solar energy. The solar panels installed in the fields also serve a dual purpose: they offer a comfortable shaded retreat for our goats during the hot afternoons, reducing heat stress and improving their overall well-being. In addition, whenever we generate more electricity than we need, that extra production is sold back to the power grid—turning sunshine into revenue and reducing reliance on external energy sources.
This practice aligns with principles of agrivoltaics: using land both for agriculture (or animals) and solar electricity production. Studies show that shade from panels can improve livestock behavior and welfare, enhance soil moisture retention, and even increase solar panel efficiency by keeping them cooler.
Farm History
Sourcing from the Eastern Shore of Maryland
Chestnut Orchard with Alley Cropping
Established in 2021, North of Eden Farm focuses on sustainable agriculture. Our Goat herd started with three Nigerian Dwarf Goats-Rachel, Phoebe, and Monica. These matriarchs have produced an outstanding milking herd, whose milk is used in our Castile Lavender and Goat Milk Soap. Our crops are planted with minimal tillage practices. We u
Established in 2021, North of Eden Farm focuses on sustainable agriculture. Our Goat herd started with three Nigerian Dwarf Goats-Rachel, Phoebe, and Monica. These matriarchs have produced an outstanding milking herd, whose milk is used in our Castile Lavender and Goat Milk Soap. Our crops are planted with minimal tillage practices. We use no chemical fertilizers or pesticides, strive for non-GMO plants, and maintain practices that promote carbon sequestration in our fields.
Chestnut Orchard with Alley Cropping
Chestnut Orchard with Alley Cropping
Chestnut Orchard with Alley Cropping
Alley cropping is an agroforestry system where we plant 'Revival Chestnut trees' in parallel lines, creating alleys for perennial or short‑term crops between them. This allows us to harvest both perennial tree products and field crops on the same land.
This year we planted blueberries, bell peppers, rosemary, tomatoes, squash, and zucchini.
Ethnic Vegetable and Herb Garden
Chestnut Orchard with Alley Cropping
Ethnic Vegetable and Herb Garden
This garden is designed to showcase and educate visitors about a variety of ethnic vegetables cultivated, sold, and consumed worldwide—especially in South Asia, including Nepal (home to Mount Everest). These vegetables are integral to daily meals (lunch and dinner), enjoyed fresh, cooked, or processed into value‑added products.
Many of the
This garden is designed to showcase and educate visitors about a variety of ethnic vegetables cultivated, sold, and consumed worldwide—especially in South Asia, including Nepal (home to Mount Everest). These vegetables are integral to daily meals (lunch and dinner), enjoyed fresh, cooked, or processed into value‑added products.
Many of these vegetables boast medicinal properties and are important components of Ayurvedic medicine—a traditional medical system rooted in ancient science.
Supporting Our Local Community
Chestnut Orchard with Alley Cropping
Ethnic Vegetable and Herb Garden
Through workshops, farm events, and open-house gatherings, we share our practices: minimal tillage, non-GMO plants, alley-cropping, sourcing “lime” from Chesapeake Bay shells, and other regenerative methods. Our goal is not just to produce beautiful, local products—but to educate, build community, and steward the land. We are committed to
Through workshops, farm events, and open-house gatherings, we share our practices: minimal tillage, non-GMO plants, alley-cropping, sourcing “lime” from Chesapeake Bay shells, and other regenerative methods. Our goal is not just to produce beautiful, local products—but to educate, build community, and steward the land. We are committed to giving back through open access, supporting local needs, and exploring benefit events or nonprofit collaborations in the future.