Brown background with ivory leaf wreath. Nicole Dillon is pictured in the center of the wreath on a beautiful winter day with blue glasses and an olive green puffer jacket in front of a natural farm fence.

Breemar Flower Farm—Ashland, VA’s Home for Local Blooms

Hi, I’m Nicole.

I am a landscape garden coach and micro-flower farmer in Ashland, VA (Zone 7b). I provide personalized advice for every step of your gardening journey.

Close up of a bouquet of Sarah Barnhardt Peonies with Seeded Eucalyptus

My Approach

Homegrown, Earth-friendly blooms.

My commitment to the environment and the community is unwavering. I believe in the magic of locally grown flowers that not only bring joy to your life but also contribute to the well-being of our ecosystem. That's why I’m dedicated to using sustainable farming practices. At Breemar Flower Farm, you won't find systemic chemicals or pesticides. Instead, we embrace natural, eco-friendly methods to ensure our flowers are as pure as the love they represent.

Guiding You to Your Garden’s Full Potential, One Step at a Time

My approach to garden and landscape consulting is highly personalized and customer-focused, combining sustainable practices with expert guidance to help you create thriving, beautiful outdoor spaces. I empower homeowners, like you, to develop a deep connection with your garden by offering hands-on coaching, tailored garden designs, and practical solutions that are both eco-friendly and easy to maintain. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned gardener, I’m here to walk alongside you, turning your gardening dreams into reality with a focus on long-term success and joy in every bloom.

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    I have been featured in

    MARTHA STEWART

    MARTHA STEWART LIVING

    SOUTHERN LIVING

    THE SPRUCE

    CNN UNDERSCORED

    US NEWS & WORLD REPORT

    LIVING, ETC.

  • Blue Circle Icon featuring a line drawing of Nicole Dillon reading and studying with the text Lifelong Learner to describe her.

    I believe in lifelong learning.

    That's why I love gardening so much! There is always something to learn.

    I am a member of Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens where you will regularly find me in classes. I am currently enrolled in their Floral Design Certificate program.

  • Circle Icon with a line drawing a 3 people with the sun rising behind them to show togetherness. The text reads community advocate which is something that Nicole Dillon believes strongly in.

    I love my community.

    I am a certified Master Gardener who volunteers throughout my county and school system.

    I regularly advocate for native plants in public spaces.

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    You're supporting local agriculture.

    Breemar Flower Farm is proud to be part of Ashland's farming community and is dedicated to bringing you the best that our land has to offer.

Some of my Projects:

Fawn with its spots on the Woodland Edge of a backyard planted with deer-resistant plants

A Garden with a Deer Problem

During this landscape coaching session, I helped a frustrated gardener choose plants that would deter deer and add color to his garden.

A bee pollinating a shasta daisy that is in a small business garden where Nicole Dillon provided garden consulting.

Small Business Landscape Troubleshooting

I assisted a non-profit in making simple changes that lowered maintenance and improved appearance without spending a lot of money.

A goldfinch enjoying the seed heads of bee balm in a pollinator garden that Nicole Dillon helped design.

Pollinator Garden Planning

The gardener wanted to attract butterflies, bees, and birds to her yard but felt overwhelmed by the choices. Together, we made a simple plan that she and her pollinator friends will enjoy.

Mass planting of rudbeckia hirta, native to Virginia and often called black eyed susans. Nicole often recommends this plant during garden consultations for attracting birds to the garden.
Nicole Dillon often recommends planting hellebores in shade gardens because of its evergreen foliage and late winter, long-lasting blooms. This plant is a go to plant for winter interest during Nicole's garden coaching.
Serendipity allium in full bloom. Alliums have grass like (loriope like foliage) and globe like purple flowers that dry beautifully and provide winter interest.
Swallowtail, black and yellow, butterfly enjoying Lantana 'Miss Huff.' Hardy Lantana is a great choice for pollinator gardens.
Bee pollinating a purple catmint or nepeta flower.
Crate of bare root peonies ready to be planted in the ground
Field of peonies featuring 3 rows where the pink gradually gets darker as the rows continue.
Grouping of many peony bouquets in various shades of pinks. Peonies are in bud form wrapped in brown craft paper.
Long and Narrow Cedar Raised bed at hip height for ease of garden for those who are aging or have mobility issues. The raised bed is filled with sunflowers, calibrachoa, a tomato plant, and a pepper plant. Nicole Dillon installed this raised bed as a
Nicole Dillon's personal red garden. Everything in this garden has at least some red in it. The plants include red hardy hibiscus, coreopsis, Cheyenne Sky grass, Ginger Wine Nine Bark, and Red Dianthus

What People Are Saying:

  • "Her passion resonates through her posts on social media too! The information she shares around native plants is of particular interest to me, as I’m new Virginia. Thank you Nicole!"

    -Leslie

  • "Breemar Flower Farm is full of attention to detail. They take into account our planet and how they can best serve the world and the individual. I can't wait to do business with them again!"

    -Nicole

  • "You do a fabulous job of creating detailed, graphic content!"

    -Ann

Bouquet of muted and bronze colored calendula, gold, burgundy, and orange mums held by Nicole Dillon in front of a gorgeous fall sunset.

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FAQs

  • No, I operate a micro-farm out of my backyard. I'd like to keep my property "home" for my children and not a public space.

  • No, my farm is not open to the public. I do not carry the appropriate insurance for "you pick flowers." Please visit our friends at Freckled Flower Farm in Montpelier, VA for this experience.

  • All of my arrangements are custom made. I do not use recipes so every arrangement is unique and priced accordingly. Flowers used in the arrangement are based on what's growing at the time of the order and if I need to purchase additional flowers from another local farmer. You can expect special occasion arrangements to be priced at $50+. I will deliver free of charge if within 10 miles of Ashland.

  • Please complete the Get In Touch form above or email me at nicole@breemarflowerfarm.com. I try my best to respond within a couple of business hours.

  • Organic seals of approval are very expensive, however, we do not use synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers on our farm. We believe in Integrated Pest Management and eco-system balance.

  • I have a passion for helping all gardeners from beginner to advanced. Whether you need help with a particularly challenging area of your garden or just need help getting started, I am your girl. Please click the Garden Coaching link at the very top of the page for information on the process or feel free to send me an email at nicole@breemarflowerfarm.com to discuss your needs.

Nicole Dillon smiling outside with a large bouquet of a half dozen sunflowers with dark brown centers and several bright pink zinnias with yellow centers.