Podcasts about Cut flowers

IDing leaf spot type, wild boars impacting trees, and my guest Julie Campbell of UGA's Hort Dept explains the logistics of cut flowers

Some of the most beautiful lives begin by accident.Ellen Frost was gifted a bag of tulip bulbs for her wedding. She had never planted a thing. She read the directions, put them in the ground, and when they came up that spring, something in her shifted. She grew up in a working class town in Buffalo with no connection to flowers or gardens or nature, and yet that one small spring miracle set the course for everything that came next.Today Ellen runs Local Color Flowers in Baltimore, one of the early pioneers of the local flower movement in this country. Every stem she uses is grown within a hundred miles of the city. But this conversation is about so much more than sourcing. It is about being a bridge between farmers and the people in your community. It is about the courage to say no so you can say a bigger yes. And it is about the relationships that turn out to be the real harvest.Ellen shares the moment she read Flower Confidential and understood the global flower system for the first time, the year she peaked at 150 weddings and nearly broke her body doing it, and the decision to scale down to 30 that saved her business. She talks about the farmer-florist relationship like the matchmaking it really is, and she gets honest about what she believes now that she did not believe when she started.Connect with Ellen and Local Color Flowers: Website: https://www.ellenfrost.com/ Local Color Flowers: http://locoflo.com/ YouTube (weekly videos, her main home): https://www.youtube.com/@ellenfrostflowers Substack, Flower Nerd: https://ellenfrostflowers.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ellenfrostflowers***Grab Your Dahlia Design Summit Ticket. Join us September 13 through 18. Six days of dahlia design taught by fourteen farmer florists and floral designers. Whether you're growing your first row or you're already selling to florists, every session is about doing more with the dahlias you already have in the ground. Live Pass is $147. All Access is $247 and you keep every session for life. Come join us: https://thefloweringfarmhouse.com/summit ***

Flowers have the power to transform both our gardens and our homes, but creating a steady supply of beautiful blooms throughout the year takes more than simply planting whatever catches your eye. Few people understand that better than Sarah Raven, whose decades of growing, trialing and arranging flowers have inspired gardeners around the world to think differently about the cutting garden. Sarah joins me to share the practical techniques behind growing abundant, long-lasting cut flowers, along with the simple habits that can help gardeners of any skill level enjoy fresh bouquets from their own gardens for much of the year. Podcast Links for Show Notes Download my free eBook 5 Steps to Your Best Garden Ever - the 5 most important steps anyone can do to have a thriving garden or landscape. It's what I still do today, without exception to get incredible results, even in the most challenging conditions. Subscribe to the joegardener® email list to receive weekly updates about new podcast episodes, seasonal gardening tips, and online gardening course announcements. Check out The joegardener® Online Gardening Academy for our growing library of organic gardening courses. Follow joegardener® on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter, and subscribe to The joegardenerTV YouTube channel.

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Episode 34 covers: - Kelly's broken bones; - Gigi's training; - Zelle's vet visit; - Summer vegetable growing; - Fresh cut flowers; and - More.

Want to grow your own bouquets? Bruce and I give our lists of top 10 flowers that are easy and last in bouquets. Plus, Bruce tells us which flower is toxic to other cut flowers. Help support feral cat rescue/spay-neuter/finding good homes by contributing at Flower Power Garden Hour Patreon.   To ask questions for future shows, submit them at:          Facebook           Instagram           email Marlene at marlenetheplantlady@gmail.com Find Marlene over on YouTube, Instagram and Facebook

"The absence of social and the introduction of more silence is what's nourishing my creativity." — Jessica MurnaneThis episode is your invitation to rethink creativity through the lens of nature, generosity, and play. I'm joined by gardener, author, horticultural therapy practitioner, and founder of Basker, Jessica Murnane, for a conversation about growing cut flowers, stepping away from social media, and cultivating a creative life that feels deeply nourishing.Jessica shares how gardening became a turning point in her own healing journey after recovering from major surgery. What started as learning to grow cut flowers evolved into a practice of creativity, hope, and connection. She explains why gardening isn't just about growing plants. It's about growing calm, reducing stress, creating community, and reconnecting with yourself.We talk about creativity beyond productivity and the pressure to monetize every hobby. Jessica reflects on creating simply for the joy of making, whether that's growing varieties of cosmos, arranging flowers, or filling your home with beauty that doesn't need to become a business. Creativity, she reminds us, can simply exist for you.Jessica also shares why she made the bold decision to leave Instagram. After years of creating online, she realized social media was limiting her creativity through comparison, noise, and constant visibility. Instead, she now finds inspiration through books, magazines, silence, and nature, while creating her own “social feed” directly on her website as a slower, more intentional way to share her work.Whether you're growing a flower garden, writing a book, taking a break from social media, or looking for a gentler way to nourish your creativity, this conversation is a reminder that creativity doesn't always ask us to be “on”. In fact, Jessica is on a break from her Substack. Perhaps, you can align yourself with her vibe, even for a moment, this summer.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform while you cook, clean, or create. Get the full show notes & transcript here.Leave a comment on Substack or connect with us on Instagram @chefcarlacontreras & @jessicamurnane to share your takeaways from the episode.xo CarlaPS: Working on your visibility this summer? Join me and Valerie Oula inside the Creative Visibility Summer Immersion.Disclaimer: Always seek the counsel of a qualified medical practitioner or other healthcare provider for an individual consultation before making any significant changes to your health, lifestyle, or to answer questions about specific medical conditions. If you are driving or doing an activity that needs your attention, save the meditation practice for later. This podcast is for entertainment and information purposes only. Note: Some of these are affiliate links. I receive a small percentage of the sales. I appreciate your support of my small Latina & women owned business. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chefcarla.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of Sow and Grow, Learn which cut flowers thrive in vases, how to extend their vase life with simple tricks, and why yanking alstroemeria beats cutting it. Discover companion plant combos that dazzle, including zinnias and marigolds beside bold sunflowers. With blooming roses, scented Eliagnus, and practical answers for Michael in Bantry, […] L'articolo Sow and Grow – Summer's Best Cut Flowers & Garden Companions. proviene da Radio Maria.

Jocelyn Bentley-Prestwich plants peonies, daffodils, and alliums underneath her grape vines, and she has quadrupled the value of every linear foot of her vineyard by doing it.She runs Cluster Flock Farms and Vineyard on twenty-five acres in Husum, Washington, where she grows wine grapes for some of the best winemakers in the Columbia Gorge, raises chickens and ducks and geese, runs flower subscriptions and a flower stand on Highway 141, and books a la carte wedding florals. She is also a queer female farmer who walked into a male-dominated wine industry that did not make room for her, and refused to leave.In this episode: What it looks like to be a female farmer in a male-dominated industry, and the moment Jocelyn started saying "tell me I can't and I'll show you I can" The regenerative companion planting strategy that increased the value of every linear foot of her vineyard by four times The day she stopped calling her farm Blue Elk Farms and renamed it Cluster Flock, and how naming the mess set her free "Side of the road mode," the lesson Jocelyn's mother taught her about letting go of what you cannot control What she would tell the version of herself from ten years ago who did not yet know if she belongedIf you have ever felt behind, or like you do not quite belong, or like you are barely holding it together this season, this is your episode. Share it with another farmer who needs to hear it.Guest BioJocelyn Bentley-Prestwich is the owner of Cluster Flock Farms and Vineyard in Husum, Washington. She has been stewarding twenty-five acres in the Columbia Gorge since 2014 alongside her wife Lacy. Raised by a botanist mother and an organic chemist father, Jocelyn has been in plants her entire professional life. She started in horticulture as a teenager, worked in garden design and at-risk-youth education in the San Francisco Bay Area, and made her way to the Pacific Northwest with a long list of land requirements and a dream of building something diverse and regenerative. Today she grows Tempranillo, Gewurztraminer, Muscat, and Syrah grapes for Gorge winemakers, runs flower subscriptions, an a la carte wedding florals business, and a flower stand on Highway 141. She is a queer farmer, a mother, and a self-described nerd who believes everything is connected.Connect With Jocelyn Website: https://clusterflockfarms.com Instagram: @clusterflockflowersFor Show Notes And More Podcast Details: https://thefloweringfarmhouse.com/the-backyard-bouquet-podcast/Sign up for our newsletter: https://thefloweringfarmhouse.myflodesk.com/backyardbouquetpodcastSave the Date: The Dahlia Design Summit is coming September 13-18. Join the waitlist now for early-bird ticket access: https://thefloweringfarmhouse.myflodesk.com/dahliadesignsummitwaitlist

PJ talks to Ruth Fortune who says Irish flowers work well and keep the airmiles down. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Hort Culture Podcast, hosts Brett, Alexis, Jessica, and Ray are joined by returning guest Savannah Columbia to discuss her master's thesis research on specialty cut flower workshops, consumer behavior, and the rising "experience economy" within agritourism. Savannah framing her study around the concepts of search, experience, and credence goods, explains that hands-on agritourism activities—such as floral arrangement, wreath making, seed starting, and flower drying—function as "experience goods" because their quality and value can only be evaluated by consumers after the event takes place. She points out that consumer interest in these interactive farm experiences has risen sharply since COVID-19, aligning with massive growth in the cut flower industry; national census data shows a 60% increase in farms reporting cut flower sales, and Kentucky's own cut flower directory expanded exponentially from 35 growers in 2020 to roughly 159 by 2026.To better understand what drives this market, Savannah conducted a three-part survey tracking consumer experiences before the workshop, immediately following the event, and four weeks post-experience across nine flower growers in Kentucky and North Carolina. Her research maps out "pre-decision variables" like price, location, demographics, and travel distance alongside long-term consumer relationships. The hosts reflect on how these findings mirror their own real-life behaviors, discussing how modern consumers often prioritize purchasing memorable experiences or experience-based gifts over physical items, concluding that these workshops serve as a vital tool for farmers looking to establish a high consumer lifetime value.FLORAL ENCOUNTERS: EXAMINING THE ROLE OF EXPERIENCE GOODS AND PROMOTERS IN SPECIALTY CUT FLOWER WORKSHOPSCenter for Crop Diversification University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension ServiceQuestions/Comments/Feedback/Suggestions for Topics: hortculturepodcast@gmail.comCheck us out on Instagram!

David chats to renowned plantswoman Sarah Raven and royal florist Shane Connolly at the Festival of Gardens and Nature in County Laois. In West Belfast, he meets Paula Kerr who uses every bit of her back garden to produce fresh organic fruit and veg. Adam Frost reveals his favourite bulb for May, and Brian and Amy Kelly talk about the value of gardening even when it becomes more physically difficult to do. Rosie Maye joins David in studio to take questions and provide seasonal inspiration. Contact the programme on gardenerscorner@bbc.co.uk.

Today I am chatting all about growing cut flowers with Josie Blessing, author of The Homesteader's Guide to Cut Flowers, and why flowers are so much more than just “extra” in the garden. We talk about how to grow flowers even in small spaces, the best low-maintenance varieties for busy seasons, and how they support everything from pollinators to herbal remedies. If you've ever felt overwhelmed or unsure where to start, this episode will give you the confidence to just begin.   Preorder The Homesteader's Guide to Cut Flowers on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4d4aQ2G (affiliate link)

As well as slugs that we need to control, there are useful slugs as well! - Martin and Jill visit their friends Paula & Steve at Floral Media and take some gardening questions about soil, slugs, tulips and magnolia, plus Jill shares a recipe for rhubarb tiramisu!Recipe Link: https://www.martinfish.com/blog/rhubarbtirimasu/ Slugs that are Good for the Garden? Soil & Mulch Advice, Rhubarb Tiramisu & Growing Cut Flowers with Floral Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

She left medicine to grow flowers at her kitchen table. Thirty years later, Sarah Raven has written fourteen books, built a garden empire at Perch Hill, and changed how a generation thinks about cut flowers.In this episode, Jennifer sits down with Sarah to talk about her journey from wildflower-obsessed child to one of the most respected voices in the gardening world. They dig into the science of cutting (and why your garden actually gets better when you harvest from it), the magic of dahlia hybridizing, lessons learned from contaminated compost, and the heart behind Sarah's newest book, A Year of Cut Flowers.What you'll hear in this episode: Why "liveheading" is Sarah's secret to a more productive garden The pinching rule that changed everything: "If in doubt, pinch out" How the local flower movement is reshaping the industry on both sides of the Atlantic What Sarah's new book offers gardeners at every level (and why her own daughter finally picked it up)If this episode inspires you, share it with a friend who loves flowers. And don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a conversation.Resources & Links Mentioned Sarah Raven's Website: sarahraven.com Sarah's Book: A Year of Cut Flowers https://amzn.to/4vhXc41 Sarah's Podcast: Grow Cook Eat Arrange Sarah's Instagram: @sarahravenperchhill | @sarahravensgardenGuest BioSarah Raven is a gardener, teacher, author of fourteen books, and the founder of a gardening brand rooted at Perch Hill in East Sussex, England. Trained as a doctor, she transitioned to full-time growing after the birth of her second child. For more than thirty years, she has championed seasonal, locally grown cut flowers through her writing, teaching, and her weekly podcast, Grow Cook Eat Arrange. Her latest book, A Year of Cut Flowers, is a month-by-month guide drawing on three decades of growing, trialing, and arranging at Perch Hill.Sign up for our podcast newsletter: https://bit.ly/thefloweringfarmhousenewsletterShow Notes: https://thefloweringfarmhouse.com/2026/04/08/ep-90-sarah-raven-a-year-of-cut-flowers/https://thefloweringfarmhouse.com/the-backyard-bouquet-podcast/

Want to grow your own cut flower garden ? Then this episode is for you. We're joined by Fionnuala Fallon, Irish Times garden writer and a flower farmer growing on brilliant soil in County Laois, to unpack what it actually takes to produce beautiful, seasonal wedding flowers without leaning on synthetic chemicals.We chat through the real foundations of sustainable flower farming: protecting soil health, keeping structure intact, and building fertility with local manures, straw mulches, and simple feeds like nettle tea. Fanula shares the practical decisions that helped her get beds established on a budget, including weed suppression and “little dig” cultivation when ground hasn't been worked for decades. If you love cut flowers and want stronger stems with better vase life, the soil section alone is worth a rewind.Then we get into propagation and seasonality for the Irish climate. You don't need a polytunnel to raise great seedlings, but you do need light, frost protection, and reliable peat-free seed compost. We also talk about the tight harvesting window for local flowers, how late frosts can hit, and why many growers balance homegrown stems with carefully chosen imports. Along the way we share favourite plants for a home cut flower garden, including hardy shrubs and perennials that are often overlooked, plus practical dahlias advice for wet winters.If you enjoy the chat, subscribe, share it with a fellow gardener, and leave a review so more people can find the show. What's the one plant you'd grow first for cutting?Support the showIf there is any topic you would like covered in future episodes, please let me know. Email:  info@mastermygarden.com   Check out Master My Garden on the following channels   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mastermygarden/  Instagram @Mastermygarden https://www.instagram.com/mastermygarden/   Until next week  Happy gardening  John  

How higher interest rates are impacting farming. Farmers who raise deer are at odds with the state of Minnesota. Organic farmers weather a tough ag economy. Cut flower industry blooms in South Dakota.

We're in the company of an eminent foreign correspondent, a no less eminent expert in the field of flowers, and the woman who's built the most beautiful spaces for cancer care. Our journalist is our man in Moscow - our last man in Moscow, really - Steve Rosenberg. Bringing colour, fragrance and joy to our studio is the queen of cut flowers, Sarah Raven.And we'll all be scattering rose petals at the feet of Dame Laura Lee for all her work leading the cancer support charity Maggies.All that, plus the Inheritance Tracks of the comedian Mike Wozniak.Presenter: Adrian Chiles Producer: Ben Mitchell Assistant Producers: Lowri Morgan and Alice McKee Researcher: Jesse Edwards Editor: Ed Prendeville

On today's episode, Julia, Andrew, and special guest Lili LeClaire dive into the language of flowers and how they have been used to communicate throughout history. So grab your Valentine and curl up for this special Valentine's Day episode. Sources Discussed:HLA-6425: Annual Flowers for Specific Uses in OklahomaHLA-6426: The Handling and Care of Cut Flowers"Valentine's Day and the Gains from Agricultural Trade: Cut Flowers in the US""Would Valentine's Day exist without the Red Rose"

What's possible when you start with just a small bit of earth—and a love of flowers rooted in childhood stories?In today's episode, I'm joined by Fawn Rueckert, founder of Sego Lily Flower Farm, a thriving suburban flower farm growing on just one-third of an acre in Utah's Salt Lake Valley.Fawn's journey into flower farming began long before her first seed tray—from listening to The Secret Garden as a child to learning from generations of women who gardened before her. What started as a backyard cutting garden evolved into a farmers market business, a regional cut flower plug program serving over 100 growers, hands-on education for backyard gardeners, and leadership as a founding member and president of the Utah Cut Flower Farm Association.In this conversation, we talk about growing cut flowers in small spaces, knowing when to pivot as your business evolves, and why community matters so deeply in flower farming. We also dig into lisianthus—a flower many growers struggle to start from seed—including what it really needs to germinate, why it's so slow, and when it makes sense to grow from seed versus buying plugs.Whether you're growing on an eighth of an acre, dreaming of your first farmers market, or just trying to grow better lisianthus this season, this episode will leave you inspired to try what's possible—right where you are.Links Sego Lily Flower FarmWebsite: https://www.segolilyflowerfarm.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/segolilyflowerfarm/ Snuck Flowers at Snuck FarmWebsite: https://snuckfarm.com/pages/snuck-flowers The Backyard Cut Flower Garden Coursehttps://snuckfarm.com/products/backyard-cut-flower-garden-course-in-collaboration-with-sego-lily-flower-farm-spring-2026 Utah Cut Flower Farm AssociationWebsite: https://www.utahflowerfarms.comSign up for our podcast newsletter: https://bit.ly/thefloweringfarmhousenewsletterJoin Us At The Profitable Dahlia SummitThe first-ever virtual summit focused exclusively on growing dahlias for profit is here!Join us March 3–4, 2026 to learn from experienced dahlia growers who are selling bouquets, tubers, CSA shares, event tickets, and more — and doing it profitably.You'll walk away with real strategies to turn your passion into income, even if you're just getting started.Save your spot here: https://thefloweringfarmhouse.mykajabi.com/profitabledahiliasummit/

March 2026 marks the release of perhaps Sarah's most personal book to date, drawing from childhood love, family influence, and the evolution of one's own gardening tastes.In this week's ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange' Milli Proust joins us to discuss Sarah's new book, ‘A Year of Cut Flowers', blending the memoir and the method to trace her family's historic love of flora, and how it drew Sarah into the world of cut flowers.In this episode, discover:How childhood wildflower hunts with Sarah's father and her life with Adam shaped her lifetime love of cut flowersHow even a small, carefully planned patch of cut flowers can fill your home with abundant, seasonal bloomsThe surprisingly powerful impact of spacing and pinching on plant health, vase life and stem productionWhy gardening, and especially growing for the vase, can become such a life‑enhancing practice which evolves with youProducts mentioned:Abelia x grandiflorahttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/abelia-x-grandifloraCerinthe major 'Purpurascens'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/cerinthe-major-purpurascensEuphorbia oblongatahttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/euphorbia-oblongataSalvia viridis 'Blue Monday'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/salvia-viridis-blueHelianthus annuus 'ProCut Plum' (Sunflower)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/helianthus-annuus-procut-plumAmmi majushttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/ammi-majusPhlox drummondii 'Blushing Bride'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/phlox-drummondii-blushing-brideFollow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Get in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

Struggling to figure out how to turn your love of gardening into something you can share—or even sell? In this episode, Sarah walks us through how she built a thriving cut flower business for her local farmers market. You'll hear the practical steps she took, what she wishes she knew sooner, and how she manages growing for both beauty and profit. If you've wondered whether you could do something similar, this conversation gives you hope and a clear starting point. free download: Garden Cheat Sheet A simple, step-by-step starter plan to help you begin your garden with confidence. https://journeywithjill.net/gardening/when-to-plant/ Key Takeaways Why selling flowers can be more approachable than selling vegetables How Sarah planned her first year—and what she'd change The importance of bloom times, succession planting, and crop selection How working with a partner shaped the business What she's learned from customers and community at the farmers market Chapters 00:00 – Why Sarah chose cut flowers 04:30 – Planning the first flower season 06:20 – Bloom timing and succession basics 10:40 – Overwintering and cool-season flowers 13:40 – Direct sowing vs. plugs 17:30 – Working with a business partner 21:05 – What keeps her motivated 22:50 – The hardest parts of flower farming 25:00 – Planning mistakes in year one 27:45 – Profitable vs. low-profit crops 36:30 – Using plant starts to build early customers 39:10 – Adding microgreens for income 43:40 – What farmers markets taught her about people 47:00 – How to get started selling at a market Resource Links Free Garden Cheat Sheet: https://journeywithjill.net/gardening/when-to-plant/ Friday Emails (newsletter): https://journeywithjill.net/gardensignup YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JourneywithjillNet/videos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeginnersgarden/ Podcast Archive: https://journeywithjill.net/the-beginners-garden-podcast/ Soft Paid Mention: Complete Garden Planner – A simple system to plan and track your season. https://shop.journeywithjill.net/ Disclaimer Gardening advice shared in this podcast is based on my own experience in Zone 8a (Arkansas) and from the feedback I receive from others in different gardening contexts. Your results may differ depending on your location, climate, and growing conditions. Always check your local extension service or trusted resources for region-specific guidance. Some links may be affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Grab a simple bouquet from your local grocery store and you're activating a global network of farms, shipping companies, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers. Zachary Crockett stops to smell the roses. SOURCES:Bob Mellano, vice president of wholesale operations for Mellano & Company.Jasmine Gomez-Gonzalez, chief operations officer at OC Wholesale Flowers. RESOURCES:"From Colombia with love: The journey of a Valentine's Day bouquet," by Júlia Ledur and Fabiola Ferrero (The Washington Post, 2015)."Your Valentine's Day bouquet probably came a long way," by Daniel Ackerman (Marketplace, 2015)."A Brief History of Specialty Cut Flower Production," by Ben Bergmann (NC State Extension).Mellano & Company.OC Wholesale Flowers.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Plant breeder Angus Stewart talks with Deryn about Australian flowers and foliage which make excellent cut flowers. He also chats about breeding work and life on the Tasman Peninsular.

Olivia McCord's The Floral Dream features advice, seasonal tips and simple techniques for foraging, cultivating healthy soil and sowing seeds that flourish in Aotearoa's climate.

Over the course of 32 years Sarah has been perfecting the art of conditioning cut flowers, and her indispensable tips will help breathe life into your vases.This week's episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange' covers 7 essential tips to condition any of your plants for not just a long-lasting tenure in an arrangement, but for keeping them looking proud and pretty for longer.In this episode, discover:The 6 'S' techniques of flower conditioning to transform cut flowers from short-lived showstoppers to stunning, long-lasting displaysWhy some temperature-sensitive flowers flop, and tips to keep them perky for weeksSimple, quick advice on how to arrange for great vase life, while avoiding the ‘pick, plonk' approachProducts mentioned:Euphorbia characias subsp. Wulfeniihttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/euphorbia-characias-subsp-wulfeniiBluebells (Hyacinthoides non scripta)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/hyacinthoides-non-scripta-bluebellsFollow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Get in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, host Jennifer Gulizia sits down with Jenny Jonak of Dragon Song Farm in Oregon's Willamette Valley to explore how one flower farmer is blending sustainable flower farming, community-supported agriculture (CSA), and policy advocacy to create real impact.Jenny shares how she grew her CSA flower farm from a few bouquets for friends into a thriving market business—and why she now champions water rights reform and land access for small farmers. We also dive into her innovative pressed flower jewelry, neurodivergent-friendly farm systems, and real-world tips for succeeding at farmers markets.Whether you're a flower farmer, backyard grower, or passionate advocate for local agriculture, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and heartfelt perspective.What You'll Learn: How Jenny scaled Dragon Song Farm from a backyard garden to a full-time CSA and market farm Her journey as a neurodivergent farmer and systems that support her success Tips for creating high-impact farmers market bouquets (and maximizing cooler space!) The surprising legal hurdles small farms face around water rights in Oregon How pressed flower jewelry became a profitable and creative side of her farm businessResources & Links Mentioned: Visit Jenny's website: dragonsongfarm.com Follow Jenny on Instagram Learn more about the August Press for pressed flowers: https://www.theaugustpress.com/ Explore Friends of Family Farmers – Oregon-based advocacy and resources: https://friendsoffamilyfarmers.org/ Connect with NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service): https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/ Learn about ASCFG – Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers: https://www.ascfg.org/Show Notes: https://thefloweringfarmhouse.com/2025/08/01/ep-65-how-jenny-jonak-of-dragon-song-farm-is-growing-more-than-just-flowers/

Cut flowers are one of the great joys of summer, and since Sarah's last episode on cut flowers, there are a host of wonderful new varieties worthy of adorning your vases.This episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange' hones in on 20 of the best flowers for taking cuttings throughout the coming season, offering unbeatable scent, intriguing shapes, and staggering productivity all summer long.In this episode, discover:Cut flowers with productivity and personality, from the elegant Nicotiana Silvestris to more delicate grasses The top flower picks that last for weeks, or sometimes up to a monthHow to create showstopping arrangements with fragrance, which are also marvellously pollinator-friendlyWhich flowers have the longest flowering seasons for cut flowers all season longProducts mentioned:Nicotiana sylvestris 'Only the Lonely'"https://www.sarahraven.com/products/nicotiana-sylvestrisPaeonia 'Coral Sunset'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/paeonia-coral-sunsetRosa x odorata 'Mutabilis' (China)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/rosa-x-oderata-mutabilisRosa rubrifolia (Shrub)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/rosa-glauca-syn-rubrifoliaLonicera periclymenum 'Graham Thomas'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/lonicera-periclymenum-graham-thomasCerinthe major 'Purpurascens'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/cerinthe-major-purpurascensBriza maxima (Greater Quaking Grass)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/briza-maxima-greater-quaking-grassChasmanthium latifoliumhttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/chasmanthium-latifoliumPanicum capillare 'Sparkling Fountain'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/panicum-sparkling-fountainCosmos bipinnatus 'Purity'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/cosmos-bipinnatus-purityCosmos bipinnatus 'Apricotta'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/cosmos-bipinnatus-apricottaAntirrhinum majus 'Potomac Apple-blossom' F1https://www.sarahraven.com/products/antirrhinum-majus-potomac-apple-blossom-f1Antirrhinum 'Liberty Crimson' F1https://www.sarahraven.com/products/antirrhinum-liberty-crimsonFollow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Get in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

What does it take to grow cut flowers for over 40 weddings a season—while running a farm as a family of four?In Part 2 of our conversation, Jennifer Joray of Eastern River Farm returns to share the details of how her family built a thriving, regenerative flower business in Maine. From crop planning to bouquet-making, and from packing systems to building in family rest, Jennifer walks us through what it really takes to succeed in growing cut flowers for weddings.You'll hear:

Diane Szukovathy of Jello Mold Farm tells host Rebecca Kutzer-Rice how the need for standards for floral crops at the Seattle Wholesale Growers Market (SWGM) led to the creation of the new book Floral Standards: A Practical Guide for Harvesting and Delivering Professional Quality Products. They also discuss Diane's journey in flower farming, the establishment of the Seattle Wholesale Growers Market, and the importance of quality standards in the floral industry. Diane highlights the collaborative efforts of local growers to create the Floral Standards book, which serves as a comprehensive guide for harvesting and delivering the highest quality flowers.The discussion also covers specific crops like dahlias, hellebores and sweet peas, emphasizing the need for careful handling and understanding of harvest stages to ensure product quality. She discusses the importance of harvesting methods, managing geotropism in flowers, and postharvest handling for getting flowers to market with as much vase life as possible. The conversation also touches on unique crops for local growers, pricing strategies in the flower market, and how the group at SWGM collaborated to write the book that will help growers know what the standard is for a wide variety of floral crops and how to meet it. Connect With Guest:Instagram: @jellomoldfarm, @seattlewholesalegrowersmarketWebsite: jellomoldfarm.com, swgm.coop Buy the book: swgm.coop/book/ Podcast Sponsors: Huge thanks to our podcast sponsors as they make this podcast FREE to everyone with their generous support: BCS two-wheel tractors are designed and built in Italy where small-scale farming has been a way of life for generations. Discover the beauty of BCS on your farm with PTO-driven implements for soil-working, shredding cover crops, spreading compost, mowing under fences, clearing snow, and more – all powered by a single, gear-driven machine that's tailored to the size and scale of your operation. To learn more, view sale pricing, or locate your nearest dealer, visit BCS America.Sumisansui is Japanese irrigation brought to you by Wetterfrosch Farm Tools. Sumisansui is a proven tool that is highly adaptable for farms and gardens of all sizes. It is quick and easy to deploy, has a broad, rectangular coverage area and uniformly waters multiple beds at a time. It operates on low water pressure, has multi season durability and is exceptionally gentle on seeds, plants and soil. Learn more at wetterfrosch.farm.Farmhand is the all-in-one virtual assistant created for CSA farmers. With five-star member support, custom websites, shop management, and seamless billing, Farmhand makes it effortless to market, manage, and grow a thriving CSA. Learn more and set up a demo with the founder at farmhand.partners/gfm.Harnois has been pioneering greenhouse design since 1965, working with farmers across North America to deliver turnkey greenhouse solutions. Designed to withstand high snow and wind loads, their greenhouses optimize brightness, boost yields, and offer a rapid ROI. And in 2025, they're introducing a new tunnel starting at just $2 per square foot- and as a GFM listener, you'll receive an exclusive 5% discount on all new structures at Harnois.com. Subscribe To Our Magazine -all new subscriptions include a FREE 28-Day Trial

By all accounts, Green Point Nurseries on the Big Island of Hawaii is a success story, so we decided to pay them a visit. In this episode, we talk about how this family, now in its third generation of cut flower production, has gotten through the hurdles of family succession, shifting markets, and growing pains that any agriculture producer will experience over many decades of growing and selling in, and from Hawaii.Brought to you by University of Hawaii College of Tropical Ag. and Human Resilience (CTAHR), and the Seeds of Well-being (SOW) Project. This podcast is supported by the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN) grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Institute of Food and Agriculture and Hawaii Department of Agriculture.Resources:Green Point Nurseries UH Tadashi Higaki's publication with Donald Watson “Anthurium Culture in Hawaii” Hawaii Floriculture Nursery Association (HEFNA)Podcast with CTAHR Dean Greywall Dr. Tessie Amore Lava eruption in KapohoFind out more about us: Seeds Of Wellbeing website Seeds of Wellbeing Resource Hub All the SOW links

In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, we are joined by Debra Prinzing, founder of the Slow Flowers Movement and co-author of The Flower Farmers: Inspiration and Advice from Expert Growers. Debra shares her journey from writing The 50 Mile Bouquet to founding the Slow Flowers Movement—a movement that champions local, seasonal, and sustainable flowers.In this inspiring conversation, Debra talks about the importance of supporting local flower farmers, how storytelling is transforming the floral industry, and the lessons she's learned from interviewing flower farmers across North America. Whether you're a flower lover, a backyard gardener, or aspiring flower farmer, this episode is full of valuable insights on how to embrace the beauty and purpose of local blooms.Tune in to learn: What the Slow Flowers Movement is and how it's changing the way we source flowers The stories behind The Flower Farmers book and how it highlights the lives of flower growers How the power of local flowers extends beyond beauty to healing and community-building Practical advice for new and experienced flower farmersJoin us for an insightful discussion that will leave you inspired to support local flowers and consider the bigger picture behind every bloom.Show Notes: https://thefloweringfarmhouse.com/2025/05/13/ep-58-the-slow-flowers-movement/Learn More: Slow Flowers Society: https://www.slowflowerssociety.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slowflowerssociety/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debraprinzing/ Purchase The Flower Farmers Book: https://store.abramsbooks.com/products/the-flower-farmers***Rate, Review, & Follow The Backyard Bouquet***If you enjoyed this episode, will you please consider leaving the podcast a review? Your review helps make the podcast more discoverable to others and allows me to continue creating more episodes. I'd love to know what you enjoyed most about the episode.New episodes every week to help keep your garden blooming!

This week on the ReBloom Podcast, we're joined by Calvert Crary—owner of FlowerSchool, internationally recognized master educator, and author of Flower School: A Practical Guide to the Art of Flower Arranging and The Encyclopedia of Cut Flowers.Calvert began his career as a lifestyle and fashion photographer before making a bold pivot into floral design in 2006. Since then, he has launched and led three successful flower businesses in New York City and become a trusted mentor to thousands of aspiring floral professionals around the world. Through immersive travel programs and hands-on workshops, Calvert shares his deep expertise, creative vision, and sharp business insight with a global community.In this episode, Calvert shares his journey of reinvention, how he blends artistry with entrepreneurship, and what it takes to thrive in the floral industry today. Whether you're a budding creative or a seasoned designer, this conversation is sure to leave you blooming with inspiration.Website: https://www.flowerschoolny.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowerschoolnyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwB8T0u_YX94aKuZTPjIvkgThank You to Our Sponsors: Jet Creative and UrbanStems!· Jet Creative: A women-owned marketing firm committed to community and empowerment. Whether you're launching a podcast or building a website, Jet Creative can help you get started. Visit JetCreative.com/Podcast to kickstart your journey!· UrbanStems: Your go-to source for fresh, gorgeous bouquets and thoughtful gifts, delivered coast to coast. Treat yourself—or someone you love—with 20% off! Use code BLOOMBIG20 at checkout.

Morgan Desselle brings a special legislative report about passage of the Alfa Health Plan legalization and Maggie Edwards visits the cut-flower operation on the McLeod Family Farm.Find out more about our sponsor, Alabama Ag Credit, and also about Alabama Farmers Federation.

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Wondering if poppies make good cut flowers? Curious about the proper harvest stage and how to condition both flowers and pods? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of harvesting Iceland Poppies (Papaver nudicaule) and Giant Poppy Pods (Papaver somniferum) for use as cut flowers. They cover the proper harvest stage, conditioning tips, and the expected vase life for both Iceland Poppies and Giant Poppy Pods. Plus, the girls provide an update regarding the podcast schedule going forward. Listen to the podcast and learn how to get the most vase life out of your poppy flowers and pods!The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a ⁠⁠⁠⁠playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions!Mentions:⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to HarvestShop: Poppy Seeds⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW iPhone App⁠⁠⁠⁠ (iOS App Store)⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW Android App⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Google Play)⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News!⁠⁠⁠⁠The ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne"⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcast is produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Gardener's Workshop⁠⁠⁠⁠ and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers⁠⁠⁠⁠ and the publisher of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online⁠⁠⁠⁠. Watch ⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa's Story⁠⁠⁠⁠ and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!

Lori Poliski is reviving the forgotten art of Pot-et-Fleur, an iconic floral style, historically defined as “living arrangements with plants, cut flowers, and foliage.” Having originated in 17th century France and continuing through the Victorian era, Pot-et-Fleur offers today's florists a contemporary, sustainable, and long-lasting method of designing with local and seasonal ingredients. The method is […] The post Episode 706: Flori's Lori Poliski on the Art of Pot-et-Fleur, A Large-Scale Design Demonstration With Plants, Cut Flowers, and Foliage appeared first on Slow Flowers Podcast with Debra Prinzing.

In Episode 49 of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, we sit down with Dustin Saunders of Little Hollow Flowers, a specialty cut flower farm nestled along Colorado's Front Range. Dustin shares how a fallen ash tree unexpectedly led him and his partner, Kate, into flower farming, and how their diverse backgrounds in landscaping and biodynamic vegetable farming shaped their approach. We discuss season extension techniques, the challenges of farming in Colorado's extreme climate, and their passion for growing dahlias, ranunculus, and unique perennials. Dustin also shares insights into building a thriving farmer's market presence, working with the Colorado Flower Collective, and the importance of supporting local flowers over imports.If you love growing flowers, sustainable farming, or supporting local blooms, this episode is a must-listen!

This special episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast features returning guest Marryn Mathis, founder of The Farmhouse Flower Farm and widely known as the Sweet Pea Queen. Marryn joins the show to celebrate the release of her debut book, Sweet Pea School, a comprehensive guide to growing, nurturing, and enjoying these fragrant, timeless blooms.In this conversation, Marryn shares her journey from flower farmer to published author, the inspiration behind her book, and invaluable tips for successfully growing sweet peas—no matter your climate. We also explore the fascinating history of sweet peas, the art of breeding new varieties, and the deep emotional connection flowers bring to our lives.Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting your floral journey, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and a love for all things sweet peas. Tune in to discover why these fragrant flowers are having a moment in the gardening world and how you can cultivate them in your own space.

Alfie Nickerson is a biodynamic flower farmer making his mark in British horticulture, and his 3,500-strong dahlia field, buzzing with wildlife, is testament to that.After working for 6 years as a jobbing gardener in London, and then volunteering at Fern Verrow – the biodynamic farm of previous guest Jane Scotter – Alfie describes his journey in creating the biodiverse haven that is Burnt Fen Flowers, as well as sharing his favourite annuals and dahlias, on this week's episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange'.In this episode, discover:Alfie's early gardening experiences in London, and what drew him to the Norfolk countrysideThe incredible work behind Burnt Fen's biodynamic flower cropHow they prioritise biodiversity in their practices, and what that biodiversity gives back to the landAlfie's absolute favourite varieties of annuals and dahlias for cuttingVisit Burnt Fen Flowers: https://burntfenflowers.com/Products mentioned:Ammi majushttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/ammi-majusHelichrysum bracteatum 'White' (Sunflower)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/helichrysum-bracteatum-whiteZinnia elegans 'Giant Purple Prince'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/zinnia-elegans-giant-purple-princePapaver somniferum 'Black Swan'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/papaver-somniferum-black-swanDahlia 'Jowey Winnie'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-jowey-winnieFollow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Get in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

Ball Seed Cut Flower Business Manager Joan Mazat takes over the golden TOD microphone to join Ball Cut Flower Guru Dave Dowling for a wonderful discussion about cut flowers. Dave shares stories from his beginnings growing flowers, owning a cut flower farm in Maryland for more than 20 years and subsequent career in the world of cut flower supply and product management. He also shares about his long-term involvement with the Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers (ASCFG) and how proud he is of the ASCFG Dave Dowling Scholarship that supports the future of the domestic cut flower industry by awarding scholarships to undergraduate or graduate students pursuing a career in horticulture—focusing on cut flower research and production.   Learn more about ASCFG's Dave Dowling Scholarship: https://www.ascfg.org/outreach/dowling-scholarship/   Find new varieties, best-sellers and many cut flower resources form Ball Seed: https://www.ballseed.com/cutflowers/

Ever wondered what it takes to transition from a corporate career to a flourishing flower farm? Join us as we chat with Rebecca Starling, an inspiring flower farmer from Australia who transitioned from a corporate career in London to flower farming in rural Australia. Rebecca shares her heartfelt journey, including the romantic twist that led her to embrace a new life on her husband's fifth-generation family farm.Rebecca gives us a sneak peek into her upcoming book, Secrets from the Flower Farm, which is filled with insights on growing stunning, fragrant cut flowers and promoting sustainable gardening practices. The book is set to release on March 4th, 2025 in the Northern Hemisphere and is already available in Australia.Throughout the episode, Rebecca discusses her diverse experiences gardening in different climates, from the UK to Switzerland, Connecticut, and finally Australia. She emphasizes the importance of adapting gardening techniques to local conditions and shares valuable tips on growing a variety of flowers, including Mediterranean perennials, North American prairie perennials, and Australian and South African native plants.Rebecca also talks about the challenges and rewards of flower farming in a remote area, her approach to no-till farming, and the importance of perennials in her garden. She highlights some of her favorite perennials, such as salvias, geraniums, lavender, and echinacea, and shares her excitement about new trends in flower fashion.As a flower farmer, Rebecca has diversified her business by offering market bunches, wedding flowers, dried flowers, and even dahlia tubers and seeds. She discusses the unique opportunities and challenges of running a flower farm in a small town and her efforts to promote local flower farming.Be sure to tune in to hear Rebecca's heartwarming story, expert tips, and passion for sustainable flower farming. Don't miss this vibrant and informative episode!Show Notes: https://thefloweringfarmhouse.com/2025/01/21/ep-46-starling-flowers-secrets-from-the-flower-farm/Learn More About Starling Flowers: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starlingflowers_/ Web: https://starlingflowers.com.au/ Secrets From The Flower Farm Book: https://amzn.to/4g9t6XP*****Podcast Listeners Are Invited To Enjoy 7 Days of Growth Day FREE: https://www.growthday.com/?via=floweringfarmhouse*****Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/thefloweringfarmhousenewsletterRate, Review, & Follow The Backyard BouquetIf you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving the podcast a review. Your review helps make the podcast more discoverable to others and allows me to continue creating more episodes. I'd love to know what you enjoyed most about the episode.New episodes every week to help keep your garden blooming!

Ready to bloom in powerful new ways this year? Join us for this special Season 2 premiere of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, for an intimate look at transformation, growth, and choosing joy in the garden and in life.After a groundbreaking first season featuring 44 conversations with inspiring growers worldwide, Jennifer opens her heart about her own unexpected journey of starting fresh. When she lost her growing space in 2024, she didn't just rebuild - she reimagined everything. Through clearing both literal and metaphorical weeds, Jennifer discovered how letting go of what no longer serves us creates space for something extraordinary to bloom.Season 2, themed 'Where We Bloom,' promises to take you on a journey around the world, featuring flower farmers and gardeners who are creating beauty in unique and inspiring ways. Plus, Jennifer reveals an exciting documentary project that will capture every step of transforming bare land into a flourishing flower farm - from breaking ground to first blooms.Whether you're a seasoned flower farmer, a backyard gardener, or someone who's just beginning to dream of growing flowers, this episode will inspire you to see the possibility in new beginnings. Discover how to align your garden with your joy, clear space for what matters most, and bloom exactly where you're planted.Perfect for: flower farmers, gardening enthusiasts, dahlia lovers, small business owners, and anyone interested in sustainable agriculture or starting a cut flower garden. Join our growing community of flower lovers and learn how choosing joy in your garden can transform your entire growing journey.Let's make 2025 the year your garden dreams take root and flourish.Backyard Bouquet Podcast: https://thefloweringfarmhouse.com/the-backyard-bouquet-podcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebackyardbouquetpodcast/Backyard Bouquet FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cutflowergardening

In this episode, farming couple Benny & Courtney Pino talk about why you should consider tacking on cut flowers to your market garden operation.  Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart Daily The Growing Microgreens Podcast Carrot Cashflow Podcast In Search of Soil Check out Diego's book Sell Everything You Grow on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Sell-Everything-You-Grow-Homestead-ebook/dp/B0CJC9NTZF

In this episode, farming couple Benny & Courtney Pino talk about how viable it is to add cut flowers to your market garden offering.  Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart Daily The Growing Microgreens Podcast Carrot Cashflow Podcast In Search of Soil Check out Diego's book Sell Everything You Grow on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Sell-Everything-You-Grow-Homestead-ebook/dp/B0CJC9NTZF

Welcome to the last of our floristry mini-series, perfect for any social affair - Sarah takes you through how to compose a stunning arrangement in a bowl for table flowers.Step by step, you'll see how she creates a natural scaffold through which the display emerges, and shares some of her favourite flowers and foliage to work with in an arrangement that's both gorgeous and utterly relaxed.Products mentioned:Niwaki Pin Holderhttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/niwaki-pin-holderFlexi-Tie Sethttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/flexi-tie-setHibiscus acetosella 'Mahogany Splendor'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/hibiscus-acetosella-mahogany-splendorRosa rubrifolia (Shrub)https://www.sarahraven.com/products/rosa-glauca-syn-rubrifoliaSetaria 'Caramel'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/setaria-caramelDahlia 'Labyrinth'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-labyrinthDahlia 'Schipper's Bronze'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-schippers-bronzeDahlia 'Café au Lait'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-cafe-au-laitGet in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

Welcome to the latest in the Be Your Own Florist Mini-Series, this time showing you how to craft a stunning display in a vase.Any vase can be turned into a gorgeous arrangement, but Sarah shows how best to use the flared neck and wide belly of a vase like our own ‘Favourite Jade Vase', bringing bombastic structure to your arrangement both upwards and outwards.Products mentioned:Favourite Jade Vasehttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/favourite-jade-vaseEucalyptus Stemshttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/eucalyptus-stemsThalictrum delavayihttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/thalictrum-delavayiPersicaria orientalishttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/persicaria-orientalisDahlia 'Molly Raven'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-molly-ravenDahlia 'Caitlin's Joy'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-caitlins-joyDahlia 'Burlesca'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-burlescaGet in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Order Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

Lisa shares her 2025 plan to downsize her growing space and encourages those with smaller spaces to optimize their production in the following areas: bed spacing and maintenance, soil health, weed prevention, intensive planting techniques, and succession planting.    Mentions Podcast: Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne Free Phone App: The Gardener's Workshop Live Shop Lennie's Online Course: Profitable Flower Farming Products: Bio360, Flower Support Netting Irrigation Suppliers: Berry Hill, Dripworks Lisa's Book: ⁠⁠The Cut Flower Handbook⁠ Lisa's Online Course, ⁠⁠Flower Farming School Online: Basics, Annual Crops, Marketing, and More!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop the TGW Online Store for all your seeds and supplies!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Field and Garden Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is produced by Lisa Mason Ziegler, award-winning author of⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, owner of⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Gardener's Workshop,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Flower Farming School Online,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and the publisher of⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Farmer-Florist School Online⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Florist School Online.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Watch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Lisa's Story⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and connect with Lisa on social media!

In this episode, farming couple Benny & Courtney Pino talk about the nuances and differences between selling cut flowers to local florists versus designers.  Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Livestock Farming: https://apple.co/2m75EVG Large Scale Farming: https://apple.co/2kxj39i Small Farm Tools at Modern Grower