Sonoma Spa

"Tucked between the Pacific Ocean and the Mayacamas Mountain range, the Sonoma Valley’s geography, elevation, climate and soil—in many ways similar to the rich agricultural regions of the Mediterranean— provide ideal growing conditions not only for lavender, but also for the region’s world-famous vineyards.

Family-owned and operated, Sonoma Lavender cultivates about five acres of lavender—that’s about 7,000 lavender plants. Proprietors Rebecca and Gary, along with their two children, plant, tend, harvest, and carefully dry the crop. Then local artisans take over, hand-crafting the company’s unique product line, ranging from wreaths and other decorative accessories, to pillows and sachets, to their 'spa line' of products."

"Lavender’s attributes: What makes lavender so special? First of all, lavender is considered the most important aroma in aromatherapy, an ancient art that is just now becoming popular in this country. Lavender is known for its “balancing” properties. If you are weary and have low energy, lavender is energizing; if you are feeling overstressed, lavender is calming and soothes frazzled nerves. Lavender revitalizes the body and tends the spirit, bringing you back to a state of balance." ~www.sonomalavender.com