Lavender Orpingtons' elegance of shimmering, pearl bluish-silver plumage with a definite purple tone , fluffy, and irresistibly soft makes, and dependable egg gifting them stand out in any flock. Their abundant feathers give them the plush, flowing appearance of a Southern belle’s dress. Calm, friendly, and affectionate, Lavender Orpingtons are perfect family pets and excellent with children. Their heavy, wide bodies keep them grounded, making them easy to contain even with short fencing, while their cold-hardiness ensures they thrive in cooler climates.
Feather Colors
Lavender Orpingtons have a stunning pearl bluish-silver color with subtle purple tones. They are true-breeding, which means they reproduce 100% lavender offspring, maintaining their unique coloration in every generation. Their plush feathers and rounded body give them the signature Orpington fluff, making them both beautiful and touchable.
Eggs Hens will Gift
Lavender Orpington hens consistently lay 3 to 4 large brown eggs per week, providing both a dependable egg supply and a visually appealing addition to your backyard flock.
Personality
Lavender Orpingtons are gentle, calm, and affectionate, often described as “lap chickens.” They are ideal for families and are excellent with children. These friendly, easygoing birds make wonderful backyard companions, and their large, plush bodies make them easy to handle and entertaining to interact with.
History
The original Orpington was developed in England in the 1880s by William Cook of Orpington, Kent. His goal was to create a dual-purpose breed suitable for both meat and eggs. The Black Orpington was his first creation, developed using Langshan, Barred Rock, and Minorca bloodlines. He later created the Buff Orpington from Cochin, Dorking, and spangled Hamburg lines, establishing the Orpington as a recognized “brand.”
The Lavender Orpington is a designer bird and a relatively new variety of the Orpington family. In the UK, the variety gained traction in the mid-1990s thanks to Priscilla Middleton. After years of carefully crossing bloodlines to achieve the ideal size, type, and color, we now maintain a strong, successful line of Lavender Orpingtons prized for their beauty, fluff, and dependable dual-purpose traits.
Sexing Method:
Vent sexing as a day-old is the most common method for standard sized breeds. Accuracy averages around 85–90%, which means there’s always a small chance of “surprise roosters.” The industry standard is to sell “female chicks” or pullets; even though 10–15% end up being accidental boys. Since many communities have ordinances against keeping roosters, we decide to be different!
While hatcheries and feedstores stop at the industry standard, we go further because we care. If your “female coverage” chick grows into a rooster, we will give that boy a free home and provide a store credit for the original purchase price with healthy return of the rooster. This way, your family is not left with the hardship of a city ordinance issue. For families who want zero risk of rooster surprises an heartbreak, we also offer DNA sexing services. DNA is the only truly accurate method, but is a bigger investment, costing about 3x more than a female-covered chick. The choice is yours. We’re here to make sure your flock is the perfect fit for your family.
Chick: Lavender Orpington
Scheduling – Order Pick-Up Commitment
Standard Pick-Up Times
Saturdays: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Mondays: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Book a Special accommodation appointment
Placing an order is your commitment to pick up your order based as described below:
Available Now Orders
Chickens (already hatched): Must be picked up within 6 days of purchase. Pick-up during standard times or by booking a special accommodation appointment.
Puppies & Kittens: “Go home” dates will be listed at purchase. You may also book an earlier pick-up appointment if available.
Feed & Supplies: Must be picked up within 1 year of purchase. Pick up at your convenience during standard pick-up times or book a special accommodation appointment.
Pre-Orders
A pre-order indicates the estimated month your animals will be ready for pick-up.
Once notified your order is ready, you must pick up within 6 days of notification (any time during the month it becomes available).
Notifications are sent via text to the number provided at checkout.
👉 At checkout, please verify that your phone number is accurate and that it can receive text messages.
DNA-Sexed Orders
DNA-sexed chicks must be picked up within 6 days of notification.
We are unable to extend free boarding.
If not picked up within 6 days, the order will be forfeited.
The DNA testing fee deposit is non-refundable, but store credit (minus the testing fee per bird) will be issued.
Order Abandonment
Placing an order is a commitment to being available for pick-up within the stated timeframe.
Refunds are not provided. Instead, store credit is issued for a future order.
Store credit is valid for up to 3 years from the date issued (per Colorado law).
Disclosure Statement (Colorado Law Compliance)
By placing an order, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
No Refund Policy: All sales are final. Refunds are not available for abandoned, forfeited, or canceled orders. Store credit may be issued as described above.
Store Credit Validity: Store credit is valid for up to three (3) years from the date of issuance, after which it may be considered abandoned property under Colorado law.
Customer Responsibility: Customers are responsible for timely pick-up within the stated windows (including the 1-year deadline for feed & supplies) and for providing accurate contact information. Please confirm at checkout that your phone number is correct and able to receive text messages.
Health & Welfare: Once animals or supplies are picked up, the customer assumes all responsibility for their current and future health and care.