Welcome to the Sequim
Lavender Growers Association

A Place Like Nowhere Else

There's a spot on Washington's Olympic Peninsula where the mountains block the rain and the sun shines more often than it rains. The town is called Sequim (pronounced "skwim"), and with just 16 inches of annual rainfall — comparable to Provence, France — it's home to the largest concentration of lavender farms in North America. Olympic National Park is at the doorstep. The Strait of Juan de Fuca shimmers to the north. And everywhere you look, rows of purple stretch toward snow-capped peaks.

In the mid-1990s, a handful of pioneering farmers realized this microclimate could grow world-class lavender. They were right. By 1996, the Sequim Lavender Growers Association was born, the first festival was held, and a tradition began that now draws visitors from around the world.

Three Decades of Growth

Over 30 years, the festival has evolved from a modest community gathering into a three-day celebration featuring live music at LavenderStock, over 120 artisan vendors at Festival in the Park, guided farm tours, workshops, barn dances, and the beloved Sunset Picnic Dinner.

Each farm in Sequim tells its own unique story. From Purple Haze Lavender, one of the founding farms since 1996, to the newest growers bringing fresh energy and innovation to the valley, every visit offers a distinct experience. Some farms specialize in essential oil distillation, others in culinary lavender, and many offer U-pick experiences where visitors can walk through the fragrant rows and cut their own bundles.

About the SLGA

The Sequim Lavender Growers Association (SLGA) is the official organization of Sequim's lavender farming community. Founded in 1996, the SLGA brings together local farmers, artists, vendors, and community members to celebrate and promote lavender farming in the Lavender Capital of North America.

Our Mission: To organize the annual Lavender Festival, support and promote our member farms, foster sustainable lavender farming practices, and welcome visitors from around the world to experience the natural beauty and agricultural heritage of Sequim.

Our Member Farms

The SLGA represents more than 20 lavender farms across the Sequim valley, each with its own unique story and specialties. From historic founding farms like Purple Haze Lavender (established in 1996) to newer growers bringing fresh innovation, our member farms offer diverse experiences: essential oil distillation, culinary lavender, U-pick experiences, farm tours, and handcrafted products.

All SLGA member farms welcome visitors during the festival season and throughout the year. Many offer free admission during festival weekend — visit the Farms Directory to explore each farm's unique offerings and plan your visits.

What the SLGA Does

• Organizes the Annual Lavender Festival — A three-day July celebration featuring LavenderStock live music, 120+ artisan vendors, guided farm tours, workshops, barn dances, and the beloved Sunset Picnic Dinner.
• Maintains This Website and the Sequim Lavender App — Your one-stop resource for festival info, member farm details, directions, and event schedules.
• Promotes the Sequim Lavender Region — We work with tourism boards, local chambers of commerce, and media to share the story of our lavender community with the world.
• Supports Sustainable Farming Practices — The SLGA advocates for environmental stewardship and sustainable agriculture that preserves Sequim's natural beauty for future generations.
• Coordinates with Community Partners — We collaborate with local government, tourism organizations, and community leaders to ensure the festival and our farms thrive.