SIMPLE GIFTS FLOWER FARM

The Ruins at Sassafras Museum…

…sits on land with a rich agricultural history. The Shakers grew food crops, medicinal herbs, and flowers and raised livestock. Mary Chess cultivated lilacs for her perfume business. The McDonalds herded sheep, cows, and peacocks and sewed coats made of sheepskin shipped from their family farm in Scotland.

Two-hundred years later, we're following the tradition.

Our Farm blooms

… from May to November. You can cross the street from our venue and walk to the farm to select flowers for your bouquets, arbor spray, and bud vases. We’ll cut the flowers for you and keep them fresh in our air conditioned studio. Bring your photographer and wedding party, and make the afternoon a photo op.

We use an ancient farming practice called Hügelkultur (mound culture) – mounds from recycled logs, branches, grass clippings, and compost topped with soil. The mounds save water and require little fertilizer. Organic matter inside self-composts, makes landscape debris usable, and sequesters carbon. After your wedding, we compost the flowers and return them to the earth.

We offer farm flowers at wholesale prices to our couples. If you have a favorite regional flower that's not on our list, let us know by January of your wedding year, and we'll grow it for you.

Our farm flowers change every year, but you’ll likely find:

Lisianthus (Rosita, Croma, ABD, Arena, and Corelli)

FLORAL THEMES

Mona Lisa

A classic and elegant white-focus floral theme with delicate greenery. This theme includes anchor florals such as Dahlias and Roses in whites, creams, and possibly a pop of pastels, surrounded by Eucalyptus, Milkweed, Mints, and Sages. With delicate interest and movement brought into the arrangements using baby’s breath, Lace Flower, Bachelors Button, and Guara.

Tuscan Vintage

A Mediterranean-inspired mix of Evergreenery, Lavender, Yarrow and Roses in rustic terracotta hues, Pops of creamy yellow, and romantic pinks.

Autumn Rhapsody

Seasonal mixes of our in-house Sunflowers, Dahlias, and Lace Flower, with golden pops of Amsonia. All amid decorative grasses, Evergreenery, Amaranth, and Hypericum Berry.

Day Dream

A bright and whimsical pallet of Dahlias in pinks, yellows and creams, farm-fresh Snapdragons, Zinnias, and Hydrangeas. Fun pops of bright periwinkles or blue from Verbena and Salvia. All amid fluffy fill with plenty of movement, brought by Ornamental Oregano, Guara, Nepeta, and delicate Chamomile flower. All sourced from our Shaker Herb garden.

PACKAGES

- Base package 6k-10k
- Design and planning fee included.
- For a smaller guest list and bridal party.
- A simple and clean classic pallet of farm to table pastel florals and greenery.
- Florals include but are not limited to Zinnias, Mountain Mint, Peonies, Lace Flower, Dahlias, Cosmos, and decorative seasonal fill. All plants grown organically in-house at our onsite flower farm.
- Includes Bridal bouquet and bridal party florals, groom and groomsman boutonnieres.
- 2 Large focal arrangements
- Assorted small and medium table arrangements as well as several assorted bud vases for guest and food tables. Greenery for overhead arrangements or garlands as desired.
- All arranging, installation and breakdown included in the package price
- 10k-15k
- Same as above but expanded
- For a larger guest list and more luxurious presentation.
- Offering 8 Large Focal Arrangements, Decorative floral or greenery garlands for display as desired, as well as an elaborate overhead floral display. (Applicable if utilizing the Chair Factory for reception, or the Rose Dwelling as the ceremony site)
- Expanded floral pallet including but not limited to Roses, Ranunculus, Anemones, Hydrangeas, Orchids and other Tropical florals and greenery.
- Expanded table arrangements in sizes ranging from 4” floral displays to 12” displays.
- Additional decor to suit the couples theme such as candles, organic materials, fruits, and curated greenery on reception tables.
- 15k+
- A grand presentation of extravagant florals to be customized completely by the client and designers. Ideal for a large guest list or event using multiple property locations. Floral pallet to include all offerings from our flower farm to suit the color scheme, as well as unlimited specially sourced florals.

HOW IT WORKS

At Sassafras, Blaine and Hannah offer full-service floral design on-site using flowers and foliage exclusively grown and foraged from Sassafras and local farms. This ensures your florals are always fresh, sustainable, and beautifully aligned with your vision.

They will work with you to create the perfect floral design, tailored to your style and budget. Blaine and Hannah handle everything from selecting flowers to arranging, installing, and breaking down the décor. They will be on-site until the wedding procession steps off to ensure all is perfectly in place..

Here’s how to get started:

Initial Consultation: Meet with Blaine and Hannah, either in-person or virtually, to discuss your vision, favorite flowers, colors, and budget.
Design Proposal: Receive a custom proposal and estimate to review.
Contract & Deposit: To reserve their services, sign the contract and submit a 50% non-refundable deposit.
Final Details: Attend a final production meeting at Sassafras, where you can finalize your design and flower order. The final payment is due three weeks before the event.
Event Day: Blaine and Hannah will handle all floral design, set-up, and breakdown on-site.

To learn more about our pricing and flower packages, email us:

blaine@sassafrasruins.com

Blaine Darcy and Hannah Goodnow
Designers

Our in-house designers, Blaine Darcy and Hannah Goodnow, work on site at their Sassafras design studio. Using cultivated and indigenous plants grown on property and supplemented with local farm flowers when needed, Blaine and Hannah create stunning floral decor customized to your vision and budget.

Blaine Darcy

Hi, I'm Blaine Darcy, owner and designer of New Lebanon's MRB Gardens. I've been in the business of florals for over 18 years. With expertise in growing, designing, and arranging, I can help any bride with any budget achieve floral bliss for their special day.

As the builder of the Sassafras' Simple Gifts Flower Farm and designer of the gardens at Sassafras, I have a unique insight into the aesthetic of the property and the events that happen here. My style is bright and elegant with a touch of whimsy. I work with our in-house organically cultivated blooms and any add-ins you may desire to create the wedding flowerscape of your dreams.

Hannah Goodnow

Hey there, I’m Hannah Goodnow, owner of Tulip Tree Florals and designer for Simple Gifts Flower Farm. I have 15 years experience working with flowers to create beautiful, natural designs. I put extensive care into each design to ensure the vision of the client comes alive, through texture, color and movement.

Blaine and I have worked together for over 10 years, as well as raised our families alongside one another. We work together as one super brain. We value good communication, well thought out designs, teamwork and OF COURSE beautiful flowers.

We ask that you trust the process. We are so excited to work with you from early design stages to the final installations.