Flower farming

Big news - we're going from homestead to farmstead and starting a flower farm! This might just be our biggest (and scariest) adventure yet!

So you found the space to grow, amended and prepared the soil, and decided what to grow. But now what? Where do you find your customers? How do you keep your income consistent? And how do you maintain a work/life balance? Here are five tips I want to share with you to help you build a successful flower farming business.

In Episode 7 of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, guest Misha Gillingham shares her evolution from novice to expert flower farmer and garden designer. Starting with a small, pre-established garden, Misha expanded her knowledge through trial and error, emphasizing the importance of starting small and organic gardening. She integrates design elements and community spirit into her work, encouraging others to embrace local, sustainable practices and contribute to their communities.

Crafting a Comprehensive Flower Farming Business Plan with a template pdf included. A cut flower farm requires planning and preparation.

Springtime is in full bloom, and along with the warm sun, fragrant blossoms, and promise of a long, fun summer often comes the edgy restlessness of spring fever. If you're considering a drastic career change--ditching those stocks and bonds you sell all day for stalks and petals instead, we have some tips to get your

Join us for Episode 4 of The Backyard Bouquet and learn more about Growing Sweet Peas with Marryn Mathis of The Farmhouse Flower Farm.

Here at Floret, we have just 2 tiny acres dedicated to flower production. We utilize every available square inch of that space growing large volumes of high-quality cut flowers that supply more than a dozen grocery stores, numerous flower shops, our on-farm workshops, and wedding couples throughout the Pacific Northwest. We employ high-intensity production techniques […]

6 ways I'm simplifying flower farming this year by saying "no". From growing several different varieties, drip tape, labeling and storing dahlias. Things that I've done over and over again in passed years I am confidently saying "no" to this year.

A myth has a way of taking on a life of its own and driving us to unhelpful practices. While a myth might be false, it is often widely held and very influential. I’ve fallen for a few flower farming myths through the years, but on top of that, I created some of my own! One of my first myths was thinking that my flowers

Have you ever thought about not having to do everything, but instead focusing on what you truly enjoy? Join today’s conversation with Laura Ward from Blackburn Gardens as she shares her journey from dreaming about dirt and flowers as a child to creating a local garden haven. Discover how Laura transitioned from a vegetable CSA model to a successful You-Pick flower farm, finding joy in sharing her space with others and drying flowers for beautiful arrangements.