
Harvesting
2025
About TongeLand Farm
Welcome to Tongeland — where a love for the land meets the heart of the city.
Founded in Chicago’s Jefferson Park neighborhood, Tongeland is a backyard farm with big roots. Born from a family tradition of gardening and a deep desire to live sustainably, Tongeland brings the richness of the countryside into the rhythm of urban life.
We specialize in small-batch, handcrafted chili pepper products — from vibrant dried spice blends and infused honeys to pickled vegetables and pepper jams. Every item we create is a celebration of flavor, culture, and care. Grown with intention, processed with integrity, and shared with pride, our products connect people to their food and community.
Tongeland is more than just a farm — it’s a movement. We’re committed to:
Zero-waste innovation: Maximizing every harvest to create multiple products with minimal waste.
Food equity: Donating surplus produce and sharing knowledge with local nonprofits and community partners.
Education & empowerment: Hosting workshops and garden tours to inspire the next generation of growers and makers.
Whether sprinkling our smoked chili salt on your dinner or learning how to start a pepper plant from seed, you're part of something bigger.
We're growing more than just peppers — we’re growing possibilities.

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Jennifer
Luther
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Our Dried Bergamot is a fragrant, flowering herb harvested from pollinator-friendly garden beds and gently dried to preserve its vibrant color and bold aroma. Sometimes called Bee Balm, this native plant is cherished for both its culinary uses and healing traditions, blending citrusy brightness with a touch of spice.
Dried Bergamot leaves and blossoms add a minty, oregano-like twist to teas, syrups, baked goods, and herbal remedies. Its naturally calming properties make it a favorite for soothing sore throats, easing digestion, and uplifting the senses. This herb brings a touch of the prairie to your pantry—flavorful, fragrant, and deeply rooted in tradition.
Ingredients: 100% Dried Bergamot (Monarda spp.), organically grown and hand-harvested
Flavor Profile: Bright, citrus-mint with hints of thyme and spice
Uses: Herbal teas, infused oils, simple syrups, salad toppers, natural remedies
Wellness Notes: Traditionally used for its antimicrobial and calming properties
Tongeland Touch: Grown with pollinator-safe practices and dried in small batches to preserve quality