By Corinne Hansch
Saratoga Farmers Market is bursting with high summer flowers from local growers. This Saturday, July 25, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. at High Rock Park, join us for Market in Bloom, a day to honor our flower farmers and showcase the vibrant blooms of late July.
Peak-of-season flowers and produce will abound this weekend! Expect to see stands overflowing with Sunflowers, Zinnias, Cosmos, Queen Anne’s lace, Lavender, Snapdragons, Ageratum, Strawflower, Amaranth, Statice, Nigella, Calendula, Eryngium, Globe Thistle, Echinacea, Yarrow, Bee Balm, Forget-me-Nots, Liatris, and hopefully the first Marigolds and Dahlias. There’s nothing comparable to locally grown flowers! Most of our farmers use natural growing methods to offer toxin-free flowers for your home. And these flowers support our native pollinators – locally grown flowers offer important habitat for bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and predatory wasps (who feed on pest insects on our farms, preventing the need for insecticides!).
Artisans will be bringing flower-themed handcrafted creations, botanical body care, jewelry, and baked goods.
Build-Your-Own Bouquet Bar for just $20. Enjoy complimentary samples of floral-infused beverages and capture the day at the market’s flower-themed photo booth. Children of all ages and abilities can enjoy free flower-inspired activities, while all visitors can explore the fascinating world of pollinators with special guests from Sustainable Saratoga, the Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association (with an observation hive), and the SoBro Conservancy of Saratoga.
Whether you’re taking home a bouquet, finding a unique botanical gift, or simply soaking in the beauty of the season, Market in Bloom is a delightful way to spend a summer morning.
Admission is free, and everyone is welcome.
Saratoga Farmers’ Market is open Wednesdays, 3–6 PM, and Saturdays, 9 AM–1 PM, at High Rock Park in downtown Saratoga, and on Mondays, 2–5 PM in Clifton Park. Visit saratogafarmersmarket.orgfor more information and follow the market on Facebook and Instagram.
