A Unique Springtime Tradition in SnohomishFor the residents of Snohomish, Washington, the arrival of spring is marked by the disappearance of snow and the bloom of colorful flowers. But for Allison Lamb, the owner of Snohomish Lavender Farm, the change in seasons is signaled by a very different phenomenon—the chorus of tiny amphibian guests making their seasonal return.
“Spring officially starts for us when we hear the frogs begin to croak,” Lamb shared with The Dodo.
Each year, an abundance of lively Pacific tree frogs flock to Lamb’s property, making themselves at home in the most unexpected of places.A Floral Haven for AmphibiansLamb has long noticed the frogs using her home’s exterior and garden as a climbing ground, often scaling walls and nestling in the hanging flower baskets. But one day, while tending to her vibrant flower beds, she stumbled upon a surprise that left her in awe—a tiny frog curled up inside a dahlia blossom, peacefully napping.
“I was overjoyed when I found a frog sleeping inside one of my dahlias,” she recalled.
As the summer progressed, Lamb realized that this was no one-time occurrence. Her flowers weren’t just a visual delight—they had become a full-fledged sanctuary for these little creatures.
“By mid-season, I started seeing more and more,” Lamb said. “Some days, I’d find over ten different frogs nestled in my flowers.”More Than Just a Cozy HideawayThe presence of these frogs isn’t just charming; it’s also beneficial. The frogs play an essential role in maintaining the health of Lamb’s garden, particularly her beloved dahlias. “They help by eating harmful bugs that would otherwise damage the flowers,” Lamb explained.
These floral nooks also attract a variety of other small creatures.
“Bees will sleep in my dahlias overnight, and I often find tiny spiders taking shelter,” Lamb said. “Last year, I even discovered little garden snakes up in my flowers.”
Aside from the frogs and bees, her garden is also home to salamanders, a praying mantis, and an abundance of late-summer caterpillars. But for Lamb, nothing compares to the joy of seeing her frog visitors curled up inside the soft petals of her flowers.A Seasonal Farewell… Until Next YearAs temperatures drop and the first frost sets in, Lamb watches her garden guests depart, knowing it’s only a temporary goodbye.
“They stay all season until the cold arrives and the flowers die,” she said.
While the garden may grow quiet in the winter months, Lamb finds comfort in the knowledge that when spring returns, so too will her tiny, green tenants—ready to once again transform her floral oasis into a miniature frog hotel.
To follow the seasonal adventures of Snohomish Lavender Farm’s unique visitors, check out their Instagram page.
“Spring officially starts for us when we hear the frogs begin to croak,” Lamb shared with The Dodo.
Each year, an abundance of lively Pacific tree frogs flock to Lamb’s property, making themselves at home in the most unexpected of places.A Floral Haven for AmphibiansLamb has long noticed the frogs using her home’s exterior and garden as a climbing ground, often scaling walls and nestling in the hanging flower baskets. But one day, while tending to her vibrant flower beds, she stumbled upon a surprise that left her in awe—a tiny frog curled up inside a dahlia blossom, peacefully napping.
“I was overjoyed when I found a frog sleeping inside one of my dahlias,” she recalled.
As the summer progressed, Lamb realized that this was no one-time occurrence. Her flowers weren’t just a visual delight—they had become a full-fledged sanctuary for these little creatures.
“By mid-season, I started seeing more and more,” Lamb said. “Some days, I’d find over ten different frogs nestled in my flowers.”More Than Just a Cozy HideawayThe presence of these frogs isn’t just charming; it’s also beneficial. The frogs play an essential role in maintaining the health of Lamb’s garden, particularly her beloved dahlias. “They help by eating harmful bugs that would otherwise damage the flowers,” Lamb explained.
These floral nooks also attract a variety of other small creatures.
“Bees will sleep in my dahlias overnight, and I often find tiny spiders taking shelter,” Lamb said. “Last year, I even discovered little garden snakes up in my flowers.”
Aside from the frogs and bees, her garden is also home to salamanders, a praying mantis, and an abundance of late-summer caterpillars. But for Lamb, nothing compares to the joy of seeing her frog visitors curled up inside the soft petals of her flowers.A Seasonal Farewell… Until Next YearAs temperatures drop and the first frost sets in, Lamb watches her garden guests depart, knowing it’s only a temporary goodbye.
“They stay all season until the cold arrives and the flowers die,” she said.
While the garden may grow quiet in the winter months, Lamb finds comfort in the knowledge that when spring returns, so too will her tiny, green tenants—ready to once again transform her floral oasis into a miniature frog hotel.
To follow the seasonal adventures of Snohomish Lavender Farm’s unique visitors, check out their Instagram page.
