Best Flowerfarming Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 132: How Layla Robinson Found Her Niche in Dried Flowers 59:26

20h ago59:26

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In today's BB Podcast episode (No. 132), we're visiting with Layla Robinson, a creative force in the flower industry known for her specialization in dried flower arrangements and installations. This conversation is specifically for you if: 1) you're interested in dried flowers or 2) you're struggling to find your niche in the floral industry. Layla…

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Looking Back and Moving Forward in Flower Farming with Lisa Mason Ziegler of The Gardener's Workshop 1:03:16

3h ago1:03:16

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Lisa Mason Ziegler, cut-flower farmer, author, educator and founder of The Gardener’s Workshop is returning to The Flower Podcast. Since 1998, she has cultivated her three-acre urban farm in Southeastern Virginia, producing thousands of flower stems weekly for florists, supermarkets, farmer’s markets, and her members-only on-farm market. Lisa has a…

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Selling to Florists with Sarah Jo Eversole of Everbloom Fields 1:06:48

16d ago1:06:48

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My guest this week is Sarah Jo Eversole, owner of Everbloom Fields in Lancaster, TX. It might be a micro flower farm, but she produces not only exceptional quality blooms but high volume as well. She shares many of her experiences as a grower especially decisions on what to grow to be more profitable. There’s a wealth of growing and business tips i…

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Ep. 131: The Importance of Self-Care in Creative Work 1:03:08

22d ago1:03:08

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We're visiting with Jen Lagedrost Cavender, owner of Nectar & Bloom. After studying English and creative writing in college, Jen found herself teaching Literature and Creative Writing at a university. But, she felt something was missing and longed to reconnect with her creative side. Inspired by women business owners in the floral industry, she dec…

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Mindshift: Serving Not Selling with Charlotte Smith 1:03:16

15d ago1:03:16

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I’m excited to share that Charlotte Smith is our guest again on The Flower Podcast. Charlotte teaches farmers the skills they need to make money on their farms and live calm, balanced lives through mindset coaching. Going against what most of us have been taught, Charlotte coaches in 13 countries to build successful profitable farms while also gett…

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Replay: Growing Dahlias with Kristine Albrecht of Santa Cruz Dahlias 1:10:28

24d ago1:10:28

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Ready to talk Dahlias? This week my guest is Kristine Albrecht of Santa Cruz Dahlias. Known for her award winning dahlia hybrids and her book, Dahlia Breeding for the farmer florist and the home gardener, Kristine is sharing her flower journey along with numerous tips and insights on her hybridizing process, cover crops, soil testing and more. She …

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Replay: Lights, Camera, Flower with Kimberlee Mitchell, Botanica Floral 1:16:05

28d ago1:16:05

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I’m in Ecuador this week so we’re replaying our episode with my guest Kimberlee Mitchell owner of Botanica Floral located in Atlanta, Ga. She has been a part of the floral community for over 20 years and has been fortunate to grow her business to include 5 star hotels and work within the film industry. Kimberlee has been working on many major films…

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Ep. 130: The Poppy Approach to Wedding Florals 1:11:33

29d ago1:11:33

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We're visiting with Cameron Hardesty, owner of Poppy, a wedding floral business based in the Washington, DC area that has seen rapid growth and success. A transformative experience volunteering at the White House ignited Cameron's passion. We walk through her transition from a career in corporate communications to becoming the founder of a company …

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Ep. 129: Behind the Blooms: Flower Farming at Winkelmann Flowers 47:09

1M ago47:09

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In today’s episode, we’re visiting with flower farmer Grant Winkelmann, owner of Winkelmann Flowers, in Lindale, Texas. Grant shares not only how he’s built a farm producing sought-after blooms, but he also shares what it took to pull off his family’s recent relocation to a new farm. Grant discusses the challenges of moving, including the logistica…

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Growing Your Flower Dream: Natalie Geehr of The Farmer Florist 1:06:01

1M ago1:06:01

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My guest this week is Natalie Geehr and her business is theflowerfarmer.com located in Fresno, California. She grows in her backyard in addition to the 1/4 acre that she leases. Her big dream has allowed her to grow into doing weddings and events. Community has been an important part of her journey with growing flowers which let her to become one o…

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Growing Sweet Peas with Marryn Mathis: The Farmhouse Flower Farm 1:01:21

2M ago1:01:21

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We’re excited to have Marryn Mathis from The Farmhouse Flower Farm on The Flower Podcast this week. She shares how she’s grown and adapted her business to work with her family schedule while maximizing her product reach. Dahlias and Sweet Peas have become two of her main crops. Today, with the launch of her new book, we’re diving into growing sweet…

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Ep. 128: From Flowers to Clay: The Creative Journey of Sullivan Owen 1:04:41

2M ago1:04:41

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Sullivan Owen's journey into the floral industry is as unique as her designs. With a background in retail merchandising, Sullivan transitioned into floristry in 2009 while planning her own wedding. Her distinct style and dedication quickly earned her recognition, leading to a successful career in luxury weddings. However, the COVID-19 pandemic brou…

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Bringing Pansies Back with Brenna Estrada of Three Brothers Blooms 59:09

2M ago59:09

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We're excited to share this NEW and second episode with Brenna Estrada!! Scroll below to connect with her page and listen to her first episode with The Flower Podcast. Home gardeners, flower farmers, and florists are always looking for flowers to help set them apart in their offerings and esthetics. My guest this week found her way to growing cut f…

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2019 Replay: Rick Davis of Amaryllis, Inc. 57:04

2M ago57:04

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Rick Davis of Amaryllis Design in Landover, Maryland is our guest this week on The Flower Podcast. Featured in publications such as Town & Country, Southern Accents, and listed as one of the Top Wedding Florists in the nation by Martha Stewart, Rick shares his transformation story that has made Amaryllis a premiere wedding and event company. Be sur…

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Ep. 127: Building a Floral Brand That Sticks 53:17

2M ago53:17

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In this BB Podcast episode, Amy (Botanical Brouhaha) chats with Natalie & Meg (co-owners of Native Poppy) about the importance of creating a brand that sticks – meaning it continues to draw in ideal customers year after year. Drawing on Amy's recent experiences trying to find new service providers after relocating her business and life out-of-state…

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Finding the Wellspring Flower Farm in Monroe, Ga. 1:01:31

2M ago1:01:31

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During a recent visit to the Monroe Blooms Flower Show in Monroe, GA., I met Ashley Blackstone and Samantha Kramer from Wellspring Flower Farm. What stood out were their vibrant flower varieties and color palettes. In this episode, they discuss their farm's growth from a small plot on a horse farm to a flourishing 3-acre operation, with plans to ex…

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Italian Ranunculus, Anemones, and Tulip Bulb Update with Henk Onings with Onings America Part 2 56:09

3M ago56:09

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Last week when we released our episode with Henk Onings I mentioned at the end that we continued the conversation about Ranunculus, Anemones, and the Tulip bulb crop this year. So be sure to go and listen to Part 1 of our chat with Henk. So to recap, my guest this week is Henk Onings and soon after graduating school he moved to Pompeii, Italy for a…

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Ep. 126 (Part 2): Growing Flowers and Fighting for Change with Grateful Gardeners 38:55

3M ago38:55

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In Part 2 of this two-part podcast episode, co-hosts Amy and Natalie visit with Sarah Daken and Tom Precht of Grateful Gardeners and Floraponics, who transitioned from careers in law and neuroscience to flower farming. Tom discusses their innovative aquaponics system and the challenges they've faced in securing funding. The couple emphasizes their …

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Growing Lilies and More with Henk Onings of Onings America Part 1 1:08:27

3M ago1:08:27

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This week’s guest was born in the Netherlands into a family that started their business in 1935 and now 3 generations later, soon to be 4 generations Onings Holland is known for distributing a wide range of flower bulbs, tubers, and seeds around the world. My guest is Henk Onings and soon after graduating school he moved to Pompeii, Italy for a cou…

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Hawaiian Farmer Florists: Leandra Gollob/Daniel Mench of Cocolani Gardens 1:00:38

3M ago1:00:38

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This weeks my guests are Leandra Gollob and Daniel Mench of Cocolani Gardens located on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. Both were born and raised on the windward side of Oahu, where they’ve grown up with a love for all things nature. Together with this love and gratitude, they farm one-acre of lush tropical land with over 50 varieties of ginger and hel…

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Ep. 125 (Part 1): Growing Flowers and Fighting for Change with Grateful Gardeners 51:28

3M ago51:28

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In Part 1 of this two-part podcast episode, co-hosts Amy and Natalie visit with Sarah Daken and Tom Precht of Grateful Gardeners and Floraponics, who transitioned from careers in law and neuroscience to flower farming. Sarah shares her journey from legal burnout to finding joy in growing flowers with her husband, Tom. Tom discusses their innovative…

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Growing in the Heat with Julia Keel, Full Keel Farm 1:16:21

3M ago1:16:21

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We are starting off our new season with Julia Keel, co-owner of Full Keel Farm in north central Florida. Julia brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the table as she specializes in cultivating specialty cut flowers while navigating the unique challenges of a hot and humid climate. She’s passionate about teaching, has presented and lectured at…

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Ep. 124: How Anna Stouffer Added a Retail Component to Her Floral Business 47:53

4M ago47:53

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In this episode of the Botanical Brouhaha podcast, Amy and Natalie talk with Anna Stouffer, owner of Urban Petals in Greer, South Carolina about her transition from a working in a law firm to becoming a successful floral designer. Anna shares her journey, starting with wedding floristry and eventually adding a retail component to her business. She …

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Ep. 123: The Art of Adaptation: Emily Patrick's Carolina Flowers Evolution 57:38

4M ago57:38

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In this podcast episode, Emily Patrick, owner of Carolina Flowers, shares her journey from journalism to flower farming. She discusses the challenges and successes of starting and running her flower farm, including her approach to business, design, and financial management. Hosts Natalie and Amy engage Emily in a lively conversation about the evolu…

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Ep. 122: How Imelda Ramos Built a Flower Wholesale Business 1:01:07

5M ago1:01:07

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In this episode, we visit with Imelda Ramos, owner of Cali Wholesale. Imelda shares her journey as the founder of a woman-owned company from starting as a small wholesale flower business to expanding her business and her footprint at the flower market. She discusses the importance of team training, effective communication with customers, and the ch…

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Amelia's Flowers with Mattie Bush-Martin 48:36

5M ago48:36

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One of the most exciting trends that I believe is here to stay is flower trucks. These mobile floral shops bring fresh blooms directly to communities, markets, and special events, offering a fun and unique experience for customers. Flower trucks also present fantastic opportunities for aspiring florists and small business owners. With lower overhea…

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Questions for a Floral Wholesaler: Scott Shepherd 1:02:33

5M ago1:02:33

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Welcome to The Flower Podcast, the podcast for anyone who grows or designs with flowers and even then, we talk about so much more. I'm your host, Scott Shepherd and I love chatting with guests about their stories, and uncover the beauty and challenges of working with flowers. I’m excited to share this special conversation this week. Several months …

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Ep. 121: The Quest for Excellence at Madrid Flower School 53:07

5M ago53:07

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In this podcast episode, Sylvia Bustamante Gubbins, the founder of Madrid Flower School, shares her inspiring story of starting a new career in floral design at 48 and following the dream to open a flower school. As Sylvia continues to grow Madrid Flower School, she’s introducing new educational opportunities for floral designers to study the art a…

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Heather Cain: Family Life, Italian Ranunculus, and Petal Pink Flower Farm 1:09:02

5M ago1:09:02

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My guest this week is Heather Cain, owner of Petal Pink Flower Farm. From the urban life in San Francisco to the somewhat accidental purchase of a rundown farm in Eugene, Oregon, Heather shares about the family farm life, her incredible trip to Italy and seeing how they trialing the latest in Italian ranunculus. We are also discussing one of my per…

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Are You Using The Old Farmer's Almanac? 48:27

6M ago48:27

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From planning your planting schedule based on lunar cycles to predicting weather patterns that could impact your crops, The Old Farmer’s Almanac has been a go-to guide offering invaluable insights into moon phase planting, weather prediction, and continues to evolve, meeting the needs of modern farmers and gardeners while staying true to its roots.…

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Replay: Get Back Up! Sandra Sigman of Les Fleurs 1:09:41

6M ago1:09:41

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This week we're replaying our episode with our guest Sandra Sigman, award winning floral designer, owner of Les Fleurs, and author. She launched her first book, French Blooms, last year, which is a beautiful book displaying the design principles she learned from her favorite Parisian florist. Get ready to be transported to a world of elegance and c…

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Pushing the Boundaries with Anna Jane Kocon of Little State Flower Company 1:22:47

6M ago1:22:47

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Anna Jane Kocon is the owner of Little State Flower Company. A sustainable 5 acre flower farm based in Tiverton, Rhode Island that produces cut flowers almost year round. Anna Jane has been professionally growing and selling cut flowers for 18 years by pushing the boundaries of her seasons through the use of heated greenhouses, companion planting p…

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Dundee Butcher: Paving the Future with Phoam Labs 1:02:24

6M ago1:02:24

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My guest is Dundee Butcher, a florist, educator, artist, and advocate for sustainability. After training with the premier London florists of Jane Packer Flowers and McQueens, Dundee established the Russian River Flower School in California. Her journey didn't end with education; in 2016, she took a significant leap by co-founding what would become …

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The New Field Guide by Dr. Allan Armitage 53:40

7M ago53:40

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I'm thrilled to welcome my former professor, Dr. Allan Armitage, to this week's episode of the Flower Podcast. Dr. Armitage, a revered expert in cut flower production and a key figure in horticulture, has profoundly impacted the field worldwide We are discussing* his latest project, A Field Guide for Specialty Cut Flowers co-authored with Kelly Gar…

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The Future of Floristry: Rita Feldmann of The Sustainable Floristry Network 1:08:46

7M ago1:08:46

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Today we tackle an increasingly critical and sometimes controversial topic within the floral industry: sustainability. Amid growing concerns about environmental impacts, the conversation on how the floral industry can adapt and evolve is more relevant than ever. Leading the charge is Rita Feldmann, founder of The Sustainable Floristry Network. Rita…

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Tips for Wholesale Flower Sales with Scott Shepherd 1:04:40

7M ago1:04:40

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We don’t typically dive into business topics on this podcast as I like to keep the focus on regenerative growing practices. But today we’re going to go off theme a bit for a special guest. Many of you already know Scott Shepherd, the host of The Flower Podcast. Scott has such a unique position in our industry. He studied horticulture under the like…

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Hope, Healing, and Flowers: Brianne Womack with Fields of Grace Flower Farm 49:20

7M ago49:20

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Welcome everyone to a new episode of The Flower Podcast. I love uncovering personal stories from the heart of our industry and today, we're taking a slightly different route to shine light on a very special journey of flower farming and how this journey intertwines with nurturing the soul and creating a space for recovery and rejuvenation in the he…

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Ep. 120: Wonder of the Woodlands with Francoise Weeks 1:01:23

7M ago1:01:23

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In episode 120, we have the pleasure of reconnecting with the incredible Francoise Weeks, whose hands weave magic with woodland designs. She's back with a treasure trove of wisdom in her new book, Wonder of the Woodlands: The Art of Seeing and Creating with Nature. It's a visual feast over 200 pages long, and trust us, it's a must-have for your col…

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Ep. 119: The True Value Behind Flower Shop Prices Explained 50:30

7M ago50:30

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In this episode, Natalie & Meg, co-owners of Native Poppy, take us behind the scenes of their retail shops in San Diego, where they've created an immersive experience for their customers. In an effort to explain the price gap between flowers bought at locally-owned flower shops vs. large grocery store chains, they speak about the unique characteris…

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From Seed to Legacy: Hybridizing Dahlias with Steve and Sarah Pabody of Triple Wren Farms 1:11:13

8M ago1:11:13

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It’s all things dahlias this week with Steve and Sarah Pabody of Triple Wren Farms on The Flower Podcast! Steve and Sarah are here to share their journey, from choosing the perfect dahlia blooms to finding joy in the balance between passion and life. From understanding about dahlia seeds to their Dahlia Legacy Program and the Novice Hybridizer Prog…

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2019 Replay with Françoise Weeks 1:11:46

8M ago1:11:46

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This week we’re replaying a favorite episode from 2019 in Season 2 with Françoise Weeks. Françoise Weeks, floral artisan and teacher, is this weeks guest on The Flower Podcast. Françoise is a master of the Woodland Design and Botanical Couture. Her passion for nature, materials, and mechanics will ignite your own curiosity to create with an inspire…

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Regenerative Flower Farming with Jennie Love of Love 'n Fresh Flowers 1:14:44

8M ago1:14:44

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I am pleased to welcome back Jennie Love of Love’n Fresh Flowers to The Flower Podcast. Jennie continues to inspire us with her commitment to flower farming and her obvious love of flowers. Her work is a testament to her dedication to no-till farming, supporting local growers, and her approach, not only nurtures the soil and local ecosystems with n…

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Ep. 118: How Marsha Parker's Flowers Impact Survivors 47:38

8M ago47:38

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In this episode of the Botanical Brouhaha podcast, Amy McGee and Natalie Gill, the co-hosts, interview Marsha Parker, a seasoned teacher with a passion for history and culture. Marsha shares her experiences teaching around the world and her personal battle with cancer as a 3x survivor. She discusses how these experiences influenced her floral busin…

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Sourcing Locally for Weddings with Kim Delgado of Mary Stuart Flowers 1:01:59

8M ago1:01:59

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My guest this week is Kim Delgado, the Owner and Creative Director behind Mary Stuart Flowers, a bridal floral design enterprise that prides itself on capturing the unique narrative with her couples through the charm of local, seasonal blooms. In this episode, we’re discussing a lot about sourcing local flowers and how she has this conversation esp…

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Sustainably Growing Sarracenia with Steve and Margo Galic of Fox Leaf Farm 1:02:56

8M ago1:02:56

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This week we’re exploring another specialty crop that has its unusual roots here in North America where it’s a botanical native. But first, our guests are Steve and Margo Galic from Stanwood, Washington. Their business is Fox Leaf Farm and they specialize in growing and breeding Sarracenia also known as pitcher plants. After seeing these cut stems …

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Storing Peonies and Tulips + How to Handle Cut Flowers After Harvest with Dr. John Dole 1:44:20

9M ago1:44:20

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There are some incredible nuggets of pure gold in this episode. You will definitely want to have a pen and paper handy! Joining me today is Dr. John Dole, cut flower researcher and professor at North Carolina State University. As you’ll hear in the episode, John has been immersed in flowers since he was just 8 years old, planting gladiolas at a nei…

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Personalizing Success in Retail Floristry with Abby Chick 1:20:23

9M ago1:20:23

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In this week’s episode we are diving into the world of retail floristry with Abby Chick. Although mainly speaking about the florists side of flowers, I encourage you to listen because so many of the points we cover apply to all businesses. Starting from her early days at a traditional flower shop to becoming the successful owner of Blakemore’s Flow…

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Ep. 117: Flower Farming for Profit with Lennie Larkin 1:03:47

9M ago1:03:47

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In this podcast episode, flower farmer and author Lennie Larkin of B-Side Farm discusses her experiences in the flower farming industry, her book Flower Farming for Profit, and her educational initiatives for other farmers. She talks about her transition from other careers to farming, the financial aspects of the business, and the importance of str…

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Exploring the World of Clematis with Alla Olkhovska of Linden Grove Gardens 1:08:25

9M ago1:08:25

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I am excited for this week's episode of The Flower Podcast, where I chat with the Alla Olkhovska of Linden Grove Gardens from Kharkiv, Ukraine. When Erin Benzakein of Floret shared Alla’s story with me, and I visited her website, I discovered Alla's incredible garden of flowers especially her amazing work with clematis. Alla’s not just a gardener; …

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Floret Originals: Farm-Bred Seeds with Erin Benzakein 54:12

9M ago54:12

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Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of Erin Benzakein of Floret, one of the country’s most influential farmer/florist and trailblazing a remarkable path to growing cut flowers. From prestigious awards, including the Martha Stewart American Made award, to her New York Time’s bestselling books and an Emmy-nominated documentary series called "G…

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