The Swallows Nest - Jayna's Country Store & Gardens

The Swallows Nest - Jayna's Country Store & Gardens We are a family owned and operated business. Offering a wide variety of products & services for you. "Get Out'a Town" and Come to the Country!

Our commercial flower gardens supplies several florists, designers & DIYers regionally. Our country store features antiques, artwork, gifts, and more. COVID hours notification - Call 402-657-2367 for hours or an appointment. We are a family owned business, we offer Antiques and vintage furniture, original hand made products, wreaths, jewelry, soaps as well as local raw honey. We also offer cold we

ather fleece items that are designed and made here on the farm. CALL if you'd like to stop by when we're not open. If we are here we are "open." During warmer seasons, our gardens produce fruits & vegetables, flowers for cutting & drying, herbs, etc. We sell to several chefs and restaurants in the Metro Omaha/CB area. We also have collector items and art

If you are in the area and want to stop in call 402-657-2367. Sometimes I am here working in the greenhouse or garden and I would be happy to open the shop and you can browse around. Always like to have visitors! If you get my answering service please leave a message and I will get right back to you.

Yesterday we had a high of 102.4ºF... Our farms weather station showed over 75% humidity.Today is supposed to be hotter ...
07/26/2026

Yesterday we had a high of 102.4ºF... Our farms weather station showed over 75% humidity.

Today is supposed to be hotter yet... A little after 1030 hrs it was 96.8º with 68% humidity.

What were my ancestors thinking about when they decided that this part of the country would be a good place to stop and live their lives?!?

Stay cool. Stay safe. Be happy.

UPDATE at 1451 hrs... It's now 107ºF here at the farm!

Another 3/4" of rain over night. Not only do the gardens look healthy so does our bean field here on the farm.This week ...
07/09/2026

Another 3/4" of rain over night. Not only do the gardens look healthy so does our bean field here on the farm.

This week we are trying to stay caught up in our battle of the w**ds... We may be losing this battle slightly. But we will persist.

96.2ºF on our farm based weather station. Mowing the farmstead (AGAIN!!!). Then it's tilling the garlic garden. Then it...
07/07/2026

96.2ºF on our farm based weather station. Mowing the farmstead (AGAIN!!!). Then it's tilling the garlic garden. Then it's mowing the farrmstead some more.

What a cycle of life.

It's definitely worth it.

07/07/2026

What a beautiful story...
..And the artwork is phenominal.

BROCCOLI LEAVES IN YOUR KITCHEN & DIETIf you are growing Broccoli in your gardens and not using the leaves you are missi...
07/05/2026

BROCCOLI LEAVES IN YOUR KITCHEN & DIET

If you are growing Broccoli in your gardens and not using the leaves you are missing out on flavor and health benefits.

Parts of this post are borrowed from Sophie Hudson of Crafty Golden Mom (https://craftygoldenmom.com/). Check out her website for lots of wonderful information and ideas.

"Broccoli is well-known for its health benefits, yet its leaves are often overlooked despite being packed with valuable nutrients. These nutrient-dense leaves offer a wide array of health advantages and lend themselves to various culinary and wellness uses. In this article, we unveil the main benefits of broccoli leaves, along with practical advice on how to incorporate them into your diet, including how to make your own broccoli leaf powder.

Broccoli Leaf Powder:

How to Prepare It: Thoroughly wash and dry broccoli leaves. Remove the thick stems. Spread the leaves in a single layer on a baking sheet, then dry them in a low-temperature oven (around 50°C or 122°F) until they become crispy. Once dried, grind the leaves into a fine powder using a blender. Store the powder in an airtight container to easily add it to smoothies, soups, or baked goods as a nutrient boost."

Eat better. Feel better.

The snapdragons are such a beautiful plant. Snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus) are cool-season hardy annuals (or short-live...
07/03/2026

The snapdragons are such a beautiful plant.

Snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus) are cool-season hardy annuals (or short-lived perennials in Zones 6–11) known for their tubular, two-lipped flowers that resemble a dragon’s mouth. They bloom in spring and fall, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, with heights ranging from 6 inches (dwarf) to 48 inches (tall).

Etymology: The name derives from the Greek antirrhinum ("like a nose"), referencing the flower’s shape which "snaps" open when squeezed.

Colors & Types: Available in white, yellow, orange, pink, red, and purple (no true blue), including single, double, and open-faced varieties.

Care: They prefer cooler temperatures; hot summers can cause them to languish. Deadheading promotes continuous blooming.
Uses: Excellent as cut flowers (stems up to 3 feet) and for borders, containers, or rock gardens.

History: Ancient Greeks and Romans believed snapdragons protected against witchcraft. This must work because I haven't seen any witches in the gardens. :)

We are so very blessed to be living in the USA. The greatest political experiment in history. God Bless our Constitution...
07/03/2026

We are so very blessed to be living in the USA. The greatest political experiment in history. God Bless our Constitutional Republic.

It was a rather warm Sunday here at the farm. It's 2150 hr and we still have 90.4º F on the farms weather system. That's...
06/29/2026

It was a rather warm Sunday here at the farm. It's 2150 hr and we still have 90.4º F on the farms weather system.

That's why Jayna is still out planting, watering, w**ding under a head light on her hat.

Super Gardener of the Year Certification from the Neoga City Administrators. :)

Stay cool. Literally. Be safe.

Photo: POKEWEED: Pokew**d (Phytolacca americana), also known as polk w**d, poke sallet, or inkberry, is a toxic perennial native to eastern North America. When ripe, the berrys are very stunning with the green stalk and leaves. It is a culturally significant but dangerous plant; while young shoots and leaves are edible when properly prepared, all parts of the plant contain toxins that can be lethal to humans and livestock if consumed raw.

When you thought your deck area was for entertainment and relaxation... Then suddenly you are reminded you live on a com...
06/23/2026

When you thought your deck area was for entertainment and relaxation... Then suddenly you are reminded you live on a commercial flower farm. :)

This is one of the open air spots on the farm for "hardening" the seedlings.

Also used to hold the little plants you haven't gotten into the dirt quite yet.

Address

21080 Pioneer Trail
Council Bluffs, IA
51503

Opening Hours

Wednesday 12pm - 5pm
Thursday 12pm - 5pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+14026572367

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