Laura Rhodes Naturals: Rhodes Homestead Garden and Kitchen

July 08, 2025

Laura Rhodes Naturals: Rhodes Homestead Garden

Imagine the scene: 

A young lady stands behind a table laden with goods in an outdoor flower and herb garden. Her hair is neatly tied up and covered with a headscarf, and she's dressed in a modest dress over a modest white top. The table is draped with a tablecloth that clearly displays "Laura Rhodes Naturals." On display for sale are an assortment of baked goods, fresh produce, bath and body items, and vibrant bouquets of herbs and flowers. Her gaze is fixed on one of these bouquets, her hands poised as if to lift it. 

In the background, majestic mountains rise, and a sign is visible, reading "Rhodes Homestead Garden, Amherst, Va." Adding to the charming, rustic scene, a gray cat and a Rhode Island Red chicken are casually present nearby...

Welcome to the Rhodes Homestead Garden, nestled in the picturesque landscape of Amherst, VA! At Laura Rhodes Naturals, we are dedicated to bringing you the freshest, most wholesome produce and handcrafted goods, all grown and made with integrity and care.

We pride ourselves on our commitment to all-natural, sustainable practices. You can rest assured that all our produce is grown with no sprays, no pesticides, and no herbicides. We believe in letting nature do its work, providing you with food that is as pure as it is delicious.

Here's a glimpse of what you can find from our garden and kitchen:

Sweet Pickled Mediterranean 4 Bean Salad

Our 16oz pint jar of Sweet Pickled Mediterranean 4 Bean Salad is a vibrant blend of garbanzo beans, red kidney beans, black beans, green beans, squash, zucchini, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, carrots, onions, bell peppers, celery, sugar, salt, vinegar, and spices. With no preservatives, it's a naturally delicious addition to sandwiches, salads, or enjoyed straight from the jar. The vinegar in pickled goods also aids in digestion!

Freshly Picked All-Natural Green Beans

Enjoy the crisp taste of our All-Natural Green Beans in a 12oz bag. These members of the Leguminosae family are freshly picked and grown with no pesticides, herbicides, or sprays. Perfect for steaming, stir-frying, canning, or freezing, they're a versatile and nutritious addition to any meal.

Freshly Picked All-Natural Corn

Savor the sweetness of Laura Rhodes Naturals' All-Natural Corn, available by the ear in husk, single or in a set of four. Grown with no pesticides, herbicides, or sprays, our corn is perfect for grilling, boiling, roasting, or cutting off the cob for use in various dishes. It's a great source of fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants.

Last of the Season Mixed Greens

Don't miss out on our Mixed Homegrown Greens, including Kale, Arugula, and Swiss Chard. Available in small bags (rinsed and spun) or jumbo bags (not rinsed or spun), these are the last greens of the current season (as of July 2025) and will return in Fall 2025. Enjoy them as a nutrient-dense deep green salad, cooked, juiced, or in smoothies.

Handpicked All-Natural Cucumbers

Refresh your palate with our Handpicked All-Natural Cucumbers, including Sweet Success and Boston Pickling varieties. These members of the Cucurbitaceae family are perfect for salads, snacks, pickling, or infusing water. They're incredibly hydrating and a good source of vitamins K and C.

All-Natural Sugar Snap Peas

Crunch into the sweet delight of our All-Natural Sugar Snap Peas. These Leguminosae family members are grown with no pesticides, herbicides, or sprays. Enjoy them fresh as a snack, in salads, or lightly cooked in stir-fries. They're a fantastic source of vitamins C and K, and dietary fiber.

All-Natural Everbearing Strawberries

Indulge in our juicy All-Natural Everbearing Strawberries, available in 6oz bags. These vibrant berries are picked fresh and grown without any sprays. They're an excellent source of Vitamin C and perfect for snacking, breakfast, desserts, smoothies, or preserves.

Sweet & Sour Pickled Mixed Veggies

Our 16oz pint jar of Sweet & Sour Pickled Mixed Veggies is handcrafted with greens, green beans, zucchini, squash, carrots, onions, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, bell peppers, celery, sugar, salt, vinegar, and spices, with no preservatives. Many ingredients are grown right in our garden! Great with sandwiches or straight from the jar, the vinegar also aids in digestion.

Freshly Made Whole Wheat Pancakes

Start your day right with our Whole Wheat Pancakes, made fresh in the Rhodes House Kitchen. These wholesome pancakes contain whole wheat flour, cornmeal, milk, egg, flaxmeal, leavening, pure cane sugar, and salt, pan-fried in organic grass-fed, grass-finished beef tallow. They're packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats, perfect for a nutritious breakfast or a quick snack.

The Benefits of Shopping Local with Laura Rhodes Naturals

When you choose Laura Rhodes Naturals, you're not just getting delicious, high-quality products; you're also supporting:

• Local Economy: Your purchase directly contributes to the vitality of our community in Amherst, VA.

• Exceptional Freshness: Our produce travels a short distance from our garden to your table, ensuring peak flavor and nutritional value.

• Sustainable Practices: You support farming and food production methods that prioritize environmental health and natural growth.

• Transparency and Trust: You know exactly where your food comes from and the care that goes into growing and making it.

Visit us online at the Four Seasons Farmers Market,(see our review here), here at LauraRhodesNaturals.com or our blog LauraLynnRhodes.com for more information about our products, our philosophy, and delicious recipes!

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