There’s no better time than now to shop small—especially for those looking for last-minute Mother’s Day celebrations! Whether you’re planning a special outing—like a trip to the Maryland Craft Beer Festival on Carroll Creek—or searching for a meaningful gift, Frederick County’s Homegrown Frederick businesses offer something truly unique for the moms in your life.
Celebrate the day with a fresh bouquet from a local flower farm, enjoy a tasting at one of our many beautiful wineries, or treat Mom to a subscription to a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program so she can enjoy farm-fresh products all season long. With so many options grown and made right here in Frederick County, it’s easy to show your love while supporting our local farms and ag-based businesses.
Frederick County has a proud and deeply rooted agricultural history. While the landscape has changed over time, our local ag community continues to thrive thanks to the dedication, resilience, and innovation of our farmers and producers. From creameries and nurseries to equine facilities, poultry farms, and craft distilleries, these businesses do more than produce food and drink—they enrich our community, educate the public, create jobs, and boost the local economy.
If you’re still searching for that perfect gift, Homegrown Frederick is your go-to guide for discovering local farms, flower growers, markets, wineries, distilleries, and more. With over 15 farms offering CSA subscriptions, an equal number of farm wineries, and an incredible variety of locally made goods—from hand-picked bouquets to artisan cheeses and craft beverages—you’ll find endless ways to make Mother’s Day gifts personal, memorable, and meaningful, all while supporting the local businesses that help our community thrive.
So this Mother’s Day, skip the generic and go for the homegrown. Spend the day exploring Frederick County’s ag scene—chat with a farmer, try something new, and thank those who work hard to bring us the very best.
To all the moms in agriculture and small business—and to every mom who supports them—thank you. We see you, we appreciate you, and we celebrate you!
To learn more about the Frederick County Office of Agriculture, visit www.frederickcountymd.gov/agriculture and follow along with us on Facebook and Instagram!