The sprawling plains of Tishomingo, Oklahoma, stretch out under wide, endless skies, where the air smells of fresh earth and the rhythm of life slows to the hum of nature. For country music superstar Blake Shelton and his wife, pop icon Gwen Stefani, this 1,300-acre ranch has become more than a retreat—it’s the heart of their new chapter. Far from the glitz of Los Angeles and the frenetic pace of their music careers, the couple has rooted themselves in the soil of Oklahoma, trading red carpets for red dirt and stage lights for sunsets. Their farm, a sprawling paradise of fields, forests, and streams, is where they’ve found balance, family, and a love for the simple pleasures of rural life. 🌄

A Love Story Rooted in the Land

Blake Shelton, a native of Ada, Oklahoma, has always been a country boy at heart. His connection to the land runs deep, forged in childhood memories of fishing creeks, driving buggies, and kicking up dust on backroads. For Gwen Stefani, a California girl raised in the urban sprawl of Orange County, the move to Oklahoma was a leap into the unknown. Yet, as she shared in a 2023 PEOPLE interview, “When I met Blake, that’s when I felt at home. Oklahoma was like being introduced to a whole world I didn’t know about.” Their love story, sparked on the set of The Voice in 2014, culminated in a 2021 wedding at this very ranch, a chapel on the property witnessing their vows. Since then, Oklahoma has become their sanctuary, a place where they’ve built a life with Gwen’s three sons—Kingston, Zuma, and Apollo—and a menagerie of animals, including their recently adopted kitten, Corn Shelton. 🐾

The couple’s decision to prioritize farm life reflects a deliberate shift. After 23 seasons as a coach on The Voice, Blake stepped away in 2023, citing a desire for more time at the ranch. “I think he got to a point where he wants time to just do the other things that he loves to do,” Gwen told Extra in 2024. For Blake, those “other things” include tending to his land, planting seeds, and embracing the role of stepdad. Gwen, too, has embraced the rural lifestyle, trading her signature stilettos for rubber boots and her pop-star glamour for a sunhat. Their social media posts—filled with tractor rides, garden hauls, and family moments—offer fans a glimpse into a life that’s as grounded as it is glamorous. 🌱

The Joys and Challenges of Farming

At the heart of their Oklahoma life is the farm itself, a sprawling operation that includes vegetable gardens, livestock, and fields of wildflowers. Blake, ever the enthusiastic farmer, is often seen behind the wheel of his beloved Kubota tractor, a bright orange beast he affectionately calls his “old friend.” In a February 2025 Instagram post, he shared a video of himself planting onions, singing an impromptu jingle: “You know I’m farming that ground in my new Kubota; it’s making me look like a country Yoda.” Fans flooded the comments, one joking, “I think your tractor’s sexy!!” His passion for farming is infectious, but it’s not without its missteps. In a May 2025 interview with CMT, Blake admitted to a “catastrophic failure” with one particular crop, though he coyly refused to name it. “Let’s just say I’m sticking to onions from now on,” he quipped, his signature humor shining through. 😄

Gwen, on the other hand, has earned the title of “queen of the garden.” Her green thumb has transformed their farm into a vibrant patchwork of blooms and produce. In a March 2024 video posted to Instagram, Gwen showcased their spring planting, proudly displaying seeds for nasturtium, celosia, and yarrow. The couple’s garden inspired their duet “Purple Irises,” a 2024 single born from the discovery of iris flowers they transplanted from a neighbor’s plot. “It’s about planting hope and watching love grow,” Gwen explained, her voice soft with emotion. Their teamwork extends beyond music—Blake trims trees, Gwen arranges bouquets, and together they’ve crafted elaborate fall displays with homegrown pumpkins, corn stalks, and flowers, as seen in an October 2023 Instagram post that left fans swooning. “Y’all’s love just makes me SO happy!!” one commenter wrote.

Yet, farming isn’t all idyllic sunsets and bountiful harvests. Blake has spoken candidly about the challenges, from unpredictable weather to the sheer physical demands of the work. “It’s real labor,” he told Hook & Barrel in February 2025. “You’re out there sweating, cussing at equipment that won’t start, but when you see those first sprouts, it’s worth it.” Gwen, initially hesitant about the “dirt and bugs,” has grown to love the process. “I’m not a dirt person, but Oklahoma’s beauty pulls you in,” she told PEOPLE in 2023. “It’s like a vortex—nature and God are right there.” Their shared commitment to the land has deepened their bond, each seed planted a metaphor for their partnership. 🌻

Family Life: Blending Hollywood and Hayfields

The Oklahoma ranch isn’t just a farm—it’s a home where Blake and Gwen are raising a family. Gwen’s sons, accustomed to the fast-paced life of Los Angeles, faced a culture shock when they first arrived at the ranch. “The boys were like, ‘What do we do now?’” Blake recalled at Country Radio Seminar 2022. “I told them, ‘Go out that door and don’t come back till you’re too tired.’ They couldn’t imagine just exploring.” Over time, the boys have embraced the freedom of rural life, learning to fish, drive buggies, and even wield hatchets—much to Blake’s amusement. “When it comes to starting fires and throwing hatchets, you better get out of the way!” he laughed.

Blake’s role as a stepdad has been transformative. “Every day I’ve fallen in love with the boys as much as I do with Gwen,” he told CMT in 2022. Moments like teaching Apollo to fish or watching Zuma perform at Blake’s Ole Red bar in Tishomingo (July 2024) have become cherished memories. Gwen, meanwhile, brings her creative flair to family life, orchestrating holiday decorations that rival a Hollywood set. In December 2022, she shared a video of their Christmas setup, complete with fake snow and towering trees, prompting fans to marvel at their festive spirit. Their home is a blend of Blake’s rustic roots and Gwen’s artistic touch, a place where camo meets sequins and love ties it all together. 💖

A Simpler Life, A Stronger Bond

The ranch has given Blake and Gwen a chance to step back from the pressures of fame. After decades in the spotlight, Blake finds solace in the simplicity of farm tasks. “There’s nothing like driving a tractor or pulling weeds to clear your head,” he told HELLO! in February 2025. Gwen, once skeptical of rural life, now sees it as her “happy place.” A 2023 TikTok post summed it up: “When you’re with a guy from Oklahoma who rides tractors and you’re from Orange County, but it just works.” Their fans adore this dynamic, with one commenting, “Farmer Gwen, welcome to the country life!”

Their farm life isn’t without its quirks. Blake’s obsession with his Kubota tractor has become a running joke, with Gwen playfully calling him a “dummy” in a February 2025 Instagram comment when he sang about planting onions. Meanwhile, Gwen’s elaborate gardening projects—like acres of wildflowers—leave Blake both impressed and exhausted. “She doesn’t do small,” he told CMT in 2022. “We’re talking fields, not flowerbeds.” These moments of levity, shared through social media, have endeared them to fans who see them as relatable despite their stardom. 😄

Looking Ahead: Seeds for the Future

As they settle deeper into Oklahoma life, Blake and Gwen show no signs of slowing down. Blake’s 2025 album, For Recreational Use Only, reflects his rural roots, with tracks like “Stay Country or Die Tryin’” celebrating the lifestyle he loves. Gwen, meanwhile, is exploring her own creative outlets, from music to gardening tutorials that fans hope might become a YouTube series. Their farm continues to evolve, with plans for more crops, livestock, and perhaps even a community garden, as hinted in a Yahoo article from March 2024.

The Oklahoma ranch is more than a home—it’s a testament to Blake and Gwen’s ability to blend their worlds. “We planted the seeds together, and we’re growing together,” Gwen said of their song “Purple Irises,” a sentiment that applies to their life as much as their music. In Tishomingo, under the vast Oklahoma sky, they’ve found a rhythm that works: part country, part pop, all love. As Blake cruises his tractor and Gwen tends her flowers, they’re writing a new kind of love song—one rooted in the earth and blooming with possibility. 🌾💑