About Smiling Frog Farm
Rooted in the earth. Designed with heart.
I’m Christina,…
…the floral artist and farmer behind Smiling Frog Farm in Cottage Grove, Oregon. I grow many of the flowers we design with, blending what comes from our fields with blooms from trusted Oregon growers to create florals that feel natural, artful, and deeply personal. My approach is thoughtful and collaborative, guided by your story and elevated by my artistic perspective.
A thoughtful, bespoke approach to wedding florals
For me, floral design isn’t about filling space, it’s about creating meaning. I take the time to understand what matters most to you, then shape designs that feel true to your vision while bringing creative direction that enhances your entire celebration.
Whether your aesthetic is refined and elegant or soft and organic, our goal is the same: florals that reflect your individuality, have depth, meaning and are beautifully curated for your day.
Sustainability at the heart of everything
Smiling Frog Farm exists because I believe beautiful design should also be thoughtful design. Sustainability is woven into every part of our work, from how we grow, to how we source, to how we design and care for the land.
On the farm, we nurture the soil through crop rotation, cover cropping, regenerative practices, and compost from a local dairy to keep our carbon footprint small.
In design, we use foam-free mechanics, prioritize locally grown blooms, and compost or repurpose florals when the celebration ends. Every stem is chosen with intention. Every method honors the environment that inspires our work.
How the farm shaped my artistry
Long before I became a wedding florist, I fell in love with growing, with watching a single seed become something expressive, textured, and full of movement. Farming shaped my eye for design. It taught me patience, intuition, and how to create arrangements that feel alive with season and place.
That connection to the land informs every creation: florals with depth, emotion, and a sense of meaning.
Meet Jim (and Daisy Mae, too)
Smiling Frog Farm wouldn’t be possible without my husband and best friend, Jim. He is the steady force behind the farm, the one building, repairing, and keeping this dream running with quiet skill and love. His practicality grounds my optimism, and his connection to the land shows up everywhere on our farm.
And then there’s Daisy Mae, our smiling, four-legged companion. She watches over the farm, chases deer and turkeys, supervises plantings, explores every trail, and really enjoys a taste of honey from our beehives. She brings joy to our days and is as much a part of this place as any bloom we grow.
Why I care so deeply
Flowers mark the joyful, the emotional, the once-in-a-lifetime moments. Being trusted to shape those memories is something I believe is truly important. Our work is personal, grounded, and crafted with purpose… a reflection of you, your story, and this beautiful place we call home.
If you’re planning a wedding in Cottage Grove, Eugene, or the greater Willamette Valley, I’d be honored to create florals that become a meaningful part of your day.
OUR MISSION
To farm sustainably -
Nurture souls and soil using organic, natural methods,
not only for today but for the future
To cultivate harmony -
Sow seeds of kindness
Grow relationships through compassion
Harvest meaningful connections through smiles
To provide quality -
Offer seasonal, unique specialty cut flowers and foliage at the peak of farm fresh fragrance and elegance
Sunrise at the farm, December 25.