Ruthven (pronounced "riven", almost like "river") is the name of a Scottish Clan. Our homestead is named Ruthven Plantation, after that Clan and the Ruthven family that first settled in Colonial America... and yes, that's Laura's ancestory. Originally established by the Arthur family in 1827, we purchased the farm in early 2007 after searching over seven years for just the right place. Ruthven Plantation is Laura's passion. Having felt compelled for some years to buy a farm, grow wildflowers, and start a business of her own... Ruthven is a dream... a divine calling... maybe just a little of both.

We live on-site in the old (but modernized!) farmhouse amid 75 acres in a rolling, pastoral setting with beautiful views of the surrounding foothills, scattered areas of natural woodland, a stocked pond, a bold creek, and two small branches. This is quite simply a great place to raise our family and to pursue our dreams. We are truly blessed!

Our mission on the farm is to promote hope and happiness through environmentally conscious production and marketing of the finest quality cut flowers and related botanical products, in a professional way that complements and supports the local culture and history of our community.

Quality and reliability are among our top goals. Though not officially certified organic, the farm has been managed with sustainable practices since at least 10 years before we arrived. We faithfully continue to employ organic and sustainable farming practices today… very much like our forefathers did in their time. We respect our environment and strive to be good stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We actively partner with others who share these same values.