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Regenerative flower farm at Black Dog Ranch
​Winnie’s Whimsicals is the flower-focused side of Black Dog Ranch in Cheney, Washington. It’s a small, seasonal flower farm built around thoughtful growing practices, creative expression, and strong local connections.
At its heart, Winnie’s Whimsicals is about growing beautiful flowers in a way that respects the land and sharing them with the community in meaningful ways.
Winnie’s Whimsicals – Flower Farm
Seasonal flowers grown regeneratively, with care for land and soil
Winnie’s Whimsicals is the floral branch of Black Dog Ranch — a small, regenerative flower farm rooted in seasonality, soil health, and thoughtful land stewardship.
Our flowers are grown slowly and intentionally, using practices that support the long-term health of the land rather than short-term output. Every bloom begins with healthy soil and systems designed to work with nature, not against it.
Regenerative Growing Practices
Our flower farm uses regenerative, livestock-integrated methods to build fertility and resilience from the ground up.
These practices include:
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Building soil health through compost and natural amendments
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Integrating our resident livestock to support nutrient cycling
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Minimizing tillage and avoiding unnecessary chemical inputs
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Designing systems that protect soil structure and microbial life
By incorporating animals into the land system, nutrients are recycled naturally and soil vitality improves over time — benefiting both plants and ecosystems.
Seasonal, Local Flowers
We focus on seasonal, locally grown flowers, which may include:
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Fresh-cut blooms (when in season)
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Specialty stems and foliage
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Flowers grown specifically for drying and preservation
Seasonality allows us to grow flowers that:
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Reflect the natural rhythms of the land
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Travel fewer miles
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Last longer once cut
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Require fewer external inputs
Availability changes throughout the year, and we embrace that as part of responsible flower farming.
Sustainability Beyond the Garden
Our approach to flower farming considers the entire system:
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Soil health and structure
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Water use efficiency
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Plant diversity
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Responsible reuse of plant material
Flowers that aren’t sold fresh are often dried or preserved, extending their life and reducing waste while creating opportunities for handmade goods.
Rooted in Care, Led With Purpose
The flower farm is led by Megan, a female veteran whose background informs how this space is managed — with attention to detail, respect for process, and a strong sense of responsibility to both land and community.
Her leadership emphasizes consistency, intention, and care at every stage, from soil preparation to harvest.
Follow the Growing Season
🌸 Follow Winnie’s Whimsicals on Instagram:
https://instagram.com/winnieswhimsicals
We share what’s growing, what’s blooming, and what’s coming into season throughout the year.
Interested in Seasonal Flowers?
If you’re curious about availability, seasonal offerings, or regenerative flower farming practices, we’d love to connect.
📩 Reach out through our website or social channels to learn what’s currently in bloom.
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Winnie’s Whimsicals – Handmade Goods
Artful pieces created with flowers grown on the ranch
Winnie’s Whimsicals is also a small creative studio where flowers grown on the ranch are transformed into handmade, dried-flower goods.
Each piece is created slowly and intentionally, allowing the natural form, color, and texture of the flowers to remain the focal point.
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Dried Flowers with a Second Life
Flowers used in our handmade goods are:
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Grown on-site using regenerative practices
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Harvested at peak beauty
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Carefully dried or pressed to preserve color and structure
This process allows blooms to live far beyond their fresh-cut window, honoring the work that went into growing them.
Handmade Floral Goods
Our creations may include:
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Floral jewelry
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Pressed-flower cards and stationery
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Decorative dried-flower pieces
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Seasonal and small-batch items
Because each flower is unique, no two pieces are ever exactly the same. Variations are part of what makes each item special.
Small-Batch, Intentional Creation
We do not mass-produce.
Instead, we focus on:
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Small, manageable batches
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Thoughtful design over volume
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Materials sourced directly from our own fields whenever possible
This approach allows us to maintain quality, reduce waste, and stay connected to every step of the process.
Sustainability at the Core
Our handmade goods reflect the same values as our farm:
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Reusing and preserving plant material
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Minimizing waste
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Extending the life of each bloom
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Creating items meant to be kept, not discarded
Each piece represents a closed-loop approach — flowers grown, preserved, and transformed on the same land.
Led by Craft and Care
The handmade goods at Winnie’s Whimsicals are created under the direction of Megan, whose disciplined, detail-oriented approach shapes both the creative process and the final product.
Her background as a female veteran brings intention, patience, and consistency to the work — qualities reflected in every finished piece.