Bohemian Flowers & Farmstand
As you turn off the Bohemian Highway to the bucolic hamlet of Freestone, you’ll come upon the cute quirky sign announcing that you have arrived at Bohemian Flowers & Farmstand. Founded in 2022 by Bree Douma and Scott Nebesky, the farm has a quintessential West County vibe, with its large barn and grain silo, rustic farm stand, and acres of beautifully tended flower fields and food crops against a backdrop of forest and fog. A regular destination on our Farm Trails seasonal tours, the farm has become well known for its cut flowers, marigold garlands, and floral workshops, but you can also find seasonal produce year-round and a sweet pumpkin patch during the fall. It’s a special place to experience Sonoma County agriculture at a personal scale, with friendly farm dogs and cats welcoming you. In this member spotlight, we chat with Farmer Bree about the farm’s beginnings, ethos, and dreams.
121 Bohemian Highway, Freestone; www.bohemianflowers.org | Open daily, dawn to dusk
How did you get started?
I have been farming in Sonoma County for nearly two decades, both independently and in collaboration with others. Scott retired from his career working with Native American tribes in land planning and development and moved to Sonoma County with the hope of helping his family restore and steward their land. He also carried a long-held dream of starting a flower farm.
We met four years ago and quickly realized that our combined skills and shared passion would make a strong partnership. From that first day, we have worked tirelessly to transform an old cattle pasture into a fertile field—one where flowers, vegetables, dreams, and inspiration grow and bloom continuously.
What do you grow?
Our primary focus is on growing flowers. We cultivate a diverse array of blooms that are available at our farmstand from spring through fall. In addition to flowers, we grow a plentiful selection of vegetables, fruit, and citrus. We also enjoy preserving the abundance of summer, offering a variety of farm-fresh canned goods available year-round.
What do you find most rewarding about your work?
I find countless aspects of this work deeply rewarding—from the endless wonder of watching a seed transform into its fullest potential as a thriving plant, offering mesmerizing blooms or vibrant, nourishing food.
Farming also feels like one of those rare careers where a single lifetime is never enough to learn all there is to know. As a naturally curious person who loves learning, I am grateful that each season brings new opportunities to explore and better understand the incredible complexities of plants, soil, and all the elements required to create a balanced, healthy environment.
What do you value about being a member of Farm Trails?
We love and deeply value being a member of Farm Trails. In a fast-moving world where technology often takes the lead in everyday life, we are especially grateful for the energy and effort Farm Trails invests in connecting local farms with the greater community.
When we open our farm to the public during Farm Trails events, it becomes abundantly clear that farms are not easily accessible or visible to a large portion of the population. Witnessing the joy and sense of connection people experience while spending time here is always deeply moving. We are incredibly grateful that Farm Trails values—and takes the time—to connect us all.
What are your hopes for the future of your business and/or Sonoma County ag?
Our hope for our business along with Sonoma county agriculture as a whole, is that we continue to be a relevant part of the heath and well-being of our community.
What advice would you give a new farmer?
Follow your passion. Find a niche—or niches—that truly make your heart happy. Farming and starting a small business can be all-encompassing and exhausting at times, which is why it’s essential to love what you do and allow it to nourish you on many levels.
The challenges and obstacles are significant, both physically and mentally, and they require a strong will—one that is far easier to access when you genuinely love what you are creating.
Photos by Lisa Rose / The Farmers Photographer