Best Lisa Mason Ziegler Podcasts (2024)

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#304: Ellen Frost's May Q&A, Ask A Florist 23:43

2h ago23:43

23:43

Today’s episode features a takeover of our popular weekly live Q&A session on Instagram, normally called Ask a Flower Farmer. This one, however, we called Ask a Florist, and it featured guest hostess Ellen Frost of Local Color Flowers in Baltimore, MD. Ellen is a floral designer who creates exclusively with flowers and foliage purchased from local …

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#103 - Protecting Transplants with a "Suncap" 17:23

2h ago17:23

17:23

Do your transplants struggle when planted out in the extreme summer heat? Have you had to delay putting your fall cool flower transplants in the ground due to extended warm weather? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss how to protect your transplants in extreme heat with a "suncap". They cover what a "suncap" is and when you may want to install it, the be…

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#102 - Sweet William Variety Comparison with Dave Dowling 22:56

2h ago22:56

22:56

Confused by all the Sweet William varieties available? Wondering how to choose which ones to plant, if there are benefits to growing multiple varieties, and when to start your seeds? Today, Lisa and Layne are joined by Dave Dowling of Ball Seed to compare and contrast six varieties of Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus / Dianthus x barbatus). They di…

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#303: Meet Torrie Anderson of The Flower Farm at Youngs Mill 50:04

14d ago50:04

50:04

I had a wonderful time visiting Torrie Anderson's place, The Flower Farm at Youngs Mill, back in June. Located just a couple of miles from my farm here in Virginia, Torrie is one of my dedicated students who has truly embraced the lessons and made remarkable progress! Now in her third year of flower farming with her husband and four children, join …

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#101 - Growing Perennials as Annuals for Cut Flowers 17:40

5d ago17:40

17:40

Wondering if there are any perennials that are best treated as annuals for cut flowers? Curious why someone might choose to plant a fresh crop each year rather than leave the existing plants in place? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss various reasons why growers may choose to treat certain perennial plants as annuals for cut-flower production. They cov…

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#302: Dave Dowling's May Q&A, Ask A Flower Farmer 23:39

19d ago23:39

23:39

This episode features a takeover of our popular weekly live Q&A session on Instagram, called Ask a Flower Farmer. It was guest-hosted by Dave Dowling of Ball/ColorLink, a former flower farmer and the instructor for our online course: ⁠⁠⁠Flower Farming School Online: Bulbs, Perennials, Woodies, and More⁠⁠⁠. Dave is always happy to share his knowledg…

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#100 - 10 Years of Cool Flower Lessons 25:12

26d ago25:12

25:12

Did you know that this is both the 100th episode of "Seed Talk" and the 10-year anniversary of Lisa's Cool Flowers book? To celebrate these two special occasions, Lisa and Layne discuss six important Cool Flower lessons Lisa has learned in the ten years following the book's publication. Listen to the podcast and learn some of the most critical keys…

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#301: Top 5 Mistakes, Cool Flowers Edition 19:35

19d ago19:35

19:35

These are the top 5 mistakes I see folks making related to Cool Flowers, don't be one of them! 1. Not knowing your first & last frost dates, along with your lowest expected winter temperature 2. Not preparing your garden beds ahead of time 3. Not knowing how each seed prefers to be started (indoors or outside, direct sow vs transplants) 4. Not prov…

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#99 - 3 Native Perennials for the Cutting Garden 26:09

22d ago26:09

26:09

Would you like to incorporate more native plants in your garden or on your farm? Wondering which ones are not only beautiful and beneficial but also make great cut flowers? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss three perennials native to various parts of the United States (Joe Pye Weed, Mountain Mint, and Goldenrod) to consider including in your cutting ga…

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#300: Cool Flowers, Unveiling the Truth 32:29

23d ago32:29

32:29

If you are a Southerner or a Northerner you may think the Cool Flower concept doesn't work for you, but nothing could be further from the truth! When you find your planting time sweet spot you will be the envy of all your grower friends, and your customers will think you are nothing short of a miracle worker! As a Southerner, I spent years at the f…

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#98 - 6 Great Grasses for Fall Bouquets 14:43

29d ago14:43

14:43

Looking for interesting, textural elements to add to your autumn bouquets? Wondering which varieties of seed-grown grasses work well as fall crops? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss six gorgeous grasses that are perfect for fall bouquets. For each cultivar (Frosted Explosion, Green Drops, Lowlander, Hylander, Lime Light, and Purple Majesty), they descr…

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#299: Easy Flower Sales: Spring vs. Summer 28:31

30d ago28:31

28:31

Stepping away and looking at the big picture, it is easy to see why and how we have been skipping over spring crops. Some of us go to extremes to get warm plants blooming sooner than they should be and others are still planting this family way too late to reap the rewards that well-established plants give. Warm-season plants are familiar, which mak…

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#97 - Cosmos Variety Comparison 18:41

1M ago18:41

18:41

Wondering which varieties of cosmos to grow in your garden or on your farm? Curious which blooms have the longest vase life, or which ones are must-have flowers for fall? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss some of the most popular varieties of cut-flower cosmos. For each cultivar (Double Click, Sensation Mix, Apricotta, Cupcakes Blush, Rubenza, Fizzy Wh…

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#298: Why Grow Annuals? 24:25

1M ago24:25

24:25

Why Grow Annuals? I stumbled into growing annuals. I initially began planting perennials but I quickly saw the errors of my way-- I was going to run out of space, QUICK! As my business was gaining more demand than flowers I had-- I became a little crazy figuring out how to make the most of my total property of 1.17 acres that also had my home and o…

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#96 - Open Farm Highlights with Dave, Ellen & Lisa 18:40

1M ago18:40

18:40

Did you come to The Gardener's Workshop's Open Farm event this past weekend? If so, we are thrilled you were able to join us! Even if you were not able to attend, would you like a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the day's happenings? Today, Layne talks to flower experts and online course instructors Dave Dowling, Ellen Frost, and Lisa regarding their …

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#297: Daniel Schavey, Ask A Flower Farmer (May) 30:42

1M ago30:42

30:42

This episode features a takeover of our popular “Ask a Flower Farmer” live Q&A session on Instagram. Daniel Schavey of Petal Pickers Flower Co. in Greenville, SC hosted this one. Daniel is an 8th-year flower farmer growing in zone 8a and an alumnus of most of The Gardener’s Workshop’s online courses. Here, he answers questions on topics such as Mot…

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#95 - Flower Conditioning Products & Process 26:17

2M ago26:17

26:17

Wondering how to maximize the vase life of your flowers? Unsure which flower conditioning products you should use and when? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of flower conditioning. They cover the importance of conditioning flowers and the process, from harvesting out in the field or garden to the vase, using four key products (pre-tre…

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#296: Hardest Job of the Season 17:44

2M ago17:44

17:44

Take control now, because if you don’t, nobody will! Resist distractions, structure your workdays to get the tasks that matter done, grow more of less, endlessly market your business, and streamline everything! Mentions Lisa's Favorite Hat to Beat the Heat! Lisa's Book, Cool Flowers ⁠Shop the TGW Online Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for all your seeds and supplie…

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#94 - Warm-Season Foliage Favorites 13:27

2M ago13:27

13:27

Looking for different colors, forms, and textures of foliage to fill out your bouquets? Wondering which warm-season plants you can grow from seed to meet your needs? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss three of their favorite foliage plants for the warm-season cutting garden, plus helpful harvesting tips for each one. Listen to the podcast and learn tips…

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#295: Profitable Flower Farming, Inside the Course 21:28

2M ago21:28

21:28

In this episode, Lisa and our newest TGW instructor Lennie Larkin offer a look inside our online course, Profitable Flower Farming. Mentions Online Course: ⁠Profitable Flower Farming with Lennie Larkin⁠ ⁠Shop the TGW Online Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for all your seeds and supplies!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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#93 - Growing Hydrangeas as Cut Flowers 23:25

2M ago23:25

23:25

Looking for big, beautiful flowers to fill up your summer bouquets? Wondering how to grow, harvest, and store hydrangeas to ensure a long vase life and prevent wilting? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of growing hydrangeas as cut flowers. They cover why they are a valuable addition to cutting gardens and flower farms, the optimal gro…

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#294: Meet Lennie Larkin of B-Side Farm 29:11

3M ago29:11

29:11

In this episode, Lisa and guest Lennie Larkin discuss her journey into flower farming, her move to Oregon, and the creation of her educational business. They also delve into the challenges of profitable flower farming, the future of the domestic cut flower industry, and introduce Lennie's new online course published by The Gardener's Workshop. Ment…

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#92 - 5 Common Cockscomb Questions 21:26

3M ago21:26

21:26

Frustrated by cockscomb plants blooming on short stems? Confused by conflicting information about whether or not you should pinch your plants? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss five of the most common cockscomb (Celosia argentea cristata) questions. They cover pinching, which varieties are the best for drying, cockscomb varieties with the largest heads…

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#293: Dave Dowling's April Q&A, Ask A Flower Farmer 30:14

3M ago30:14

30:14

This episode features a takeover of our popular weekly live Q&A session on Instagram, called Ask a Flower Farmer. Guest-hosted by Dave Dowling of Ball/ColorLink, also a former flower farmer and the instructor for our online course: ⁠⁠Flower Farming School Online: Bulbs, Perennials, Woodies, and More⁠⁠. Dave is always happy to share his knowledge wi…

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#91 - All About Flower Support Netting 26:15

3M ago26:15

26:15

Wondering whether or not you should bother netting your flowers? Curious about when to install support netting, what height to place it at, and the most efficient and effective way to install it? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of flower support netting. They cover reasons to consider netting (or not netting) your flowers, the pros a…

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#292: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest, Inside the Course 30:59

3M ago30:59

30:59

Today’s episode features Lisa Ziegler and Layne Angelo as they introduce their new online course. It was over a year in the making and is called Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest. Listen in as they talk about their inspiration and how the course came to be, what it includes, and answer audience questions. Mentions Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest …

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#90 - 3 Vining Plants to Grow Plus Tips for Building a Tunnel 24:51

3M ago24:51

24:51

Would you like to add some vertical interest to your garden and unique elements to your flower arrangements? Wondering how to support vigorous vining plants as they grow and prevent your underlying structures from collapsing? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss three warm-season vining plants to consider growing this summer. They cover what makes each pl…

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#291: Lisa's 5 Tips in 5 Minutes 6:42

3M ago6:42

6:42

A quick little set of reminders for busy flower growers! 1) Weeds: You need a prevention plan, plus a plan to extinguish any that survive when they're small. 2) Succession planting: designate resources/time to getting those successions done, it needs to be a top priority. 3) Always be selling: be on the lookout for additional sales opportunities, p…

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#89 - 3 Warm-Season Flowers to Succession-Plant Every Week 14:12

3M ago14:12

14:12

Working on your summer succession-planting schedule? Wondering if there are any warm-season flowers you should consider planting on a weekly basis? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss three warm-season flowers to consider succession-planting every week. They cover why the flowers are worth growing and planting weekly, favorite varieties, the price per st…

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#290: Ask A Florist with Ellen Frost 30:42

3M ago30:42

30:42

Today’s episode features a takeover of our popular weekly live Q&A session on Instagram, normally called Ask a Flower Farmer. This one, however, we called Ask a Florist, and it featured guest hostess Ellen Frost of Local Color Flowers in Baltimore, MD. Ellen is a floral designer who creates exclusively with flowers and foliage purchased from local …

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#88 - Growing Peonies as Cut Flowers 25:45

4M ago25:45

25:45

Searching for the perfect focal flower to star in your spring bouquets? Wondering how to grow, harvest, and store peonies to ensure loads of luscious blooms with the longest possible vase life? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of growing herbaceous peonies as cut flowers. They cover why they are a valuable addition to cutting gardens …

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#289: Happy Spring or Not? 25:55

4M ago25:55

25:55

I don't know about you, but I am always anxious about spring. A lot is riding on it, right? Weather, seed sowing issues, never enough help, everything seems urgent, netting-netting-netting... seedling care, and then bedmaking, planting, and harvesting starts. What I have learned after decades of facing anxiousness is that constant support, encourag…

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#87 - Cover Crop Basics 20:05

4M ago20:05

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Looking for ways to suppress weeds and improve your soil? Wondering what cover crops are and if you should incorporate them into your farm or garden? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of cover cropping. They cover what cover crop is and why it is used, potential benefits, crop considerations depending on the time of year and equipment …

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#288: Dave Dowling's March Q&A, Ask A Flower Farmer 30:11

4M ago30:11

30:11

This episode features a takeover of our popular weekly live Q&A session on Instagram, called Ask a Flower Farmer. Guest-hosted by Dave Dowling of Ball/ColorLink, also a former flower farmer and the instructor for our online course: ⁠Flower Farming School Online: Bulbs, Perennials, Woodies, and More⁠. Dave is always happy to share his knowledge with…

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#86 - Bunny Tails - A 'Cool Flower' Grass 17:57

4M ago17:57

17:57

Looking for a cute new addition to your spring cool flowers lineup? Do you love the look of 'Bunny Tails' blooms but struggle with stems that are too short to use? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the newest plant to be designated as a cool flower (aka cool-season hardy annual) - 'Bunny Tails' grass (Lagurus ovatus). They describe the soft, cottontail…

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#287: Flower Farming Mythbusters (Encore) 20:04

4M ago20:04

20:04

Don’t allow these things to hold you back from pursuing your flower farming business dreams. No acreage, tractor, or greenhouse? No problem. I didn’t have any of those during the first decade of my flower farm. Originally aired 9/27/22 Mentions Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers (ASCFG) Online Courses from The Gardener's Workshop Shop the …

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#85 - Warm-Season Planting Checklist 19:16

4M ago19:16

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Looking forward to a flower-filled garden all summer long? Wondering when to plant, and how to adjust your grow room to provide the optimal environment for warm-season seeds and seedlings? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss their checklist of key items to keep in mind when planning your warm-season plantings and sowing your seeds. They cover when to pla…

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#286: Daniel Schavey's March Q&A, Ask A Flower Farmer 34:02

4M ago34:02

34:02

This episode features a takeover of our popular “Ask a Flower Farmer” live Q&A session on Instagram. Daniel Schavey of Petal Pickers Flower Co. in Greenville, SC hosted this one. Daniel is a 7th-year flower farmer growing in zone 8a and an alumnus of most of The Gardener’s Workshop’s online courses. Here, he answers questions on topics such as high…

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#84 - 6 Tips to Maximize Flower Production + An Exciting Announcement 19:36

5M ago19:36

19:36

Looking forward to buckets of blooms this growing season? Wondering how to get the most flowers out of your space? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss six tips for maximizing flower production in your field or garden. Plus, the girls share an exciting announcement for cool flower growers everywhere. Listen to the podcast and learn how to make the most of…

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#285: Restoring Nature with Rhonda & Lisa (Bug Talk) 37:21

5M ago37:21

37:21

Join Rhonda Graves and Lisa for another episode of Bug Talk! Today, they expand into the broader topic of restoring the natural order on your farm or in your garden: the benefits, the methods, and the rewards. They share all of their favorite resources for learning more about what YOU can do to improve the natural conditions in your space. Recommen…

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#83 - Fungus Gnats + Tips to Prevent & Control 22:13

4M ago22:13

22:13

Frustrated by fungus gnats in your growing space? Wondering how to get rid of your unwanted house guests or prevent them from taking over in the first place? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss fungus gnats and practical methods for prevention and control. They cover the fungus gnat life cycle and lifespan, where they prefer to lay their eggs and how man…

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#284: Failed Expectations (Encore) 32:37

5M ago32:37

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We are so hard on ourselves when we hit a wall or fail. I’ve found that the reality so often for me is that my expectations weren’t based on any facts or experiences, just hopes, and dreams. No wonder it didn’t work out! Stepping back and rethinking the process can change it all. Hopes + Dreams + Experience + Knowledge = a smoother and straighter r…

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#82 - Snapdragon Bloom Order & Group Considerations 14:42

5M ago14:42

14:42

Wondering which order your snapdragon varieties will bloom in this spring? Confused about snapdragon groups and if you should consider them when planning your plantings? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the typical bloom order of snapdragons, how group classifications factor in, and important considerations when planting in spring. They cover how snap…

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#283: Dave Dowling on Ask A Flower Farmer 28:16

5M ago28:16

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This episode features a takeover of our popular weekly live Q&A session on Instagram, called Ask a Flower Farmer. Guest-hosted by Dave Dowling of Ball/ColorLink, who is also a former flower farmer and the instructor for our online course: Flower Farming School Online: Bulbs, Perennials, Woodies, and More. Dave has such a wealth of knowledge to shar…

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#81 - Germination Chambers for Seed Starting 17:19

5M ago17:19

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Running short on heat mat space? Wondering how to sprout high volumes of seeds in a space-efficient manner? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of germination chambers for seed starting. They cover what germination chambers are, key benefits and considerations, which seeds can be sprouted inside, an overview of how to make one yourself, …

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#282: Lisa on the Growing For Market Podcast 1:06:26

5M ago1:06:26

1:06:26

Lisa was recently featured on Growing For Market podcast, joining host Andrew Mefferd to discuss concepts from her new book, The Cut Flower Handbook. Topics covered include: The current US market demand for cut flowers Cool vs. warm season flower crops Professionalism in flower farming Succession planting concept for continuous blooms Podcast excer…

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#80 - 3 Green Cool Flower Fillers to Add Texture & Interest to Bouquets 13:52

6M ago13:52

13:52

Do you love the fresh look green flowers bring to a bouquet? Looking for unique shapes, forms, and textures to add interest to your arrangements? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss three gorgeous green cool flower fillers, plus a helpful tip for each one. Listen to the podcast and learn tips and tricks for growing and harvesting Atriplex, Bells of Irela…

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#281: Introducing The Gardener's Workshop Club! 15:24

6M ago15:24

15:24

After almost a year in development, we're so excited to tell you about our new online community! Membership Features: Monthly live Q&As with Lisa Z! Exclusive training sessions Expert guidance from Lisa Commiserate with your flower-loving peers Interactive challenges keep you inspired to succeed Private club platform - no tracking or advertising Ac…

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#79 - Early Sunflower Checklist 17:38

5M ago17:38

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Would you like to have sunflowers blooming as early as possible in your growing season? Wondering what steps you should take to make that happen and which varieties to choose? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss a checklist of key items to keep in mind when planting "early bird" sunflowers. They cover the potential risks and rewards, variety and color co…

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#280: Lisa & Joe Lamp'l Discuss The Cut Flower Handbook 50:36

6M ago50:36

50:36

Lisa was recently featured on The joegardener® Show podcast, joining host Joe Lamp'l to discuss the foundational concepts from her new book, The Cut Flower Handbook. Topics covered include: The soil blocking method of seed starting Cool vs. warm season flower crops Natural weed & pest prevention Succession planting concept for continuous blooms Pod…

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