MISSION:
We’re pushing the local, organic food movement by growing, sourcing and preserving the fruit of our seasonal labor. We strive to promote health through chemical free food that nourish the body, soul and the environment. Our Story:
*1975 - The birth of Brian
*1980 - The birth of Andrea
*1985 - Andrea's mother punishes Andrea for having "a smart mouth" by putting hot sauce put on her
tongue... more than once... (We'll get back to this).
* 2000 bb (before Brian) Andrea grows a few plants, notices some pest issues, has no money and resorts to home remedies. The world of growing ORGANICALLY vs harsh conventional methods is revealed.
*Research & practice become inspiration & drive to preserve the environment.
*2000 ba (before Andrea) Brian, already an environmentalist, is somewhere in the world growing plants already inspired by organic methods.
*2007 - A cupid pulls Andrea & Brian together and they exponentially expand Brian's existing gardens. Hazel & Ash is conceived.
*2008-2011 - Brian & Andrea get hitched. Organic Gardens expand, Exotic Heirloom Vegetables are introduced, including really hot peppers. Canned Tomatoes turn into gourmet Salsa, Caponata, Tapenade, Relishes and really HOT SAUCES (This is where I blame my mother for the hot sauce punishment that has now become an obsession - I'm a hot pepper freak)!
*A desire to be self sufficient becomes a passion to provide others with healthy, local organic produce and preserves. HAZEL & ASH ORGANICS IS BORN.
*2016 Hazel and Ash is CERTIFIED organic!
*Items are sold through www.hazelandashorganics.com, Etsy, Farmers Markets, Wyebrook Farms and pre-arranged local pick up. Gift Baskets: Gift baskets of gourmet jarred goods for special occasions are available pre-made or by special request. Previously bought baskets for teacher gifts, housewarmings, corporate events, birthdays, Christmas and Hanukkah were received with immense satisfaction. Each are personalized and sized per request. Brian/Ash, not only helps with all of the planting and with creative intent of his own, but is the backbone to our amazing garden. He enthusiastically builds, digs and forms the foundation of our growing template. I couldn’t do this without him.