Have you ever dreamed of strolling through a field filled with thousands of blooming lavender plants? If so, you’re in luck! The largest lavender farm in the Midwest is just a drive away from Chicago.
Fragrant Isle Lavender Farm is the largest single-site lavender grower in the Midwest, featuring approximately 30,000 lavender plants spread across Washington Island in Door County.
What to do at Fragrant Isle Lavender Farm
Daily curated tours of the Fragrant Isle Lavender Farm and oil distilleries are available, each lasting approximately 30 minutes. To ensure a hassle-free experience without waiting, you can pre-book your tour.
At the retail locations on Washington Island, you will find Door County’s largest selection of luxurious artisan lavender products, along with over 250 unique items.
Where to eat at Fragrant Isle Lavender Farm
Lunch is available at Le Café’s outdoor dining terrace, located at Fragrant Isle Lavender Farm. The restaurant overlooks 20,000 blooming lavender plants. The weekly luncheon menu is available Tuesday through Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
At Le Café, you can choose from various sweet and savory dishes—we suggest sipping a lavender-infused drink alongside one of their signature honey lavender macaroons.
When you can pick-your-own lavender
The farm offers pick-your-own lavender bouquets from the Fragrant Isle U-Pick Field during July and August. Visitors can learn firsthand how the business cultivates and harvests from lavender experts.
How far is Fragrant Isle Lavender Farm from Chicago?
The drive is approximately six hours via I-94 W and I-43 N.