How Silage Tarps Transformed Our Farm: A Game-Changer for Weeds, Pests, and Soil Health
Silage tarping is one of the most effective, low-labor ways to suppress weeds, improve soil structure, and prepare beds for planting. Whether you're growing flowers or vegetables, this method can save you time, reduce weed pressure, and boost crop success. In this guide, we’ll break down how silage tarping works, when and why to use it, and the best tools to get started. Silage tarping is a proven method for weed suppression, soil improvement, and better crop growth. Learn how to use silage tarps effectively, when to apply them, and why they’re a game-changer for flower farmers and market growers.
Essential Seed Starting Supplies for Successful Flower Farming
Discover the must-have seed starting supplies that save time, reduce frustration, and set your seedlings up for success. From durable trays to soil blocking tools, this guide shares everything we use to grow healthy, thriving plants season after season.
Our Top 5 Flower Field Favorites: Profitable and Beautiful Picks for Local Growers
Discover our top five flowers for local markets, weddings, and florists. From versatile snapdragons to showstopping dahlias, find out which blooms make the cut on our small-scale flower farm.
Maximizing Production for a Small-Scale Flower Farm
Starting a flower farm, even on a small scale, can be incredibly rewarding and profitable with the right approach. In this guide, I’ll share our top strategies for maximizing production in limited space, from layout and spacing techniques to selecting the most productive flower varieties. Whether you’re working with a large plot or a tiny garden bed, these tips will help you turn your space into a floral oasis.
How to Lay Out Your Cut Flower Field for Success
Planning your cut flower field layout doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Learn how to work with your space, optimize sunlight and wind, and design efficient rows to create a thriving, productive flower field.
Crop Planning and Rotation: Seasonal Turnover to Maximize Production
Crop planning is the foundation for a productive flower field, but the real magic happens when you master crop rotations, successions, and the seasonal flow. Learn how to plan, pivot, and keep your beds in bloom all season long!
Crop Planning Tools and Templates: Streamline Your Flower Farm
Simplify your flower farming with tools and templates designed to streamline crop planning. From sowing schedules to rotation guides, get everything you need for a successful season.
Advanced Crop Planning: Succession, Rotation, and Tracking Systems
Master advanced crop planning techniques with this guide, covering succession planting, crop rotation, and tracking systems to help you maximize harvests and streamline your flower farm.
Crop Planning Basics: Mapping, Spacing, and Planting for Beginners
Crop planning is the foundation of a successful flower farming season. From mapping your growing space to estimating plant quantities and setting target dates, this beginner-friendly guide breaks down each step to help you start strong. Ready to transform your farm? Let’s get planning!
The Why and How of Crop Rotation: Long-Term Planning for Flower Farmers
Crop rotation is a powerful tool for flower farmers, helping to build soil health, prevent pests and diseases, and maximize productivity. Learn how to create a sustainable rotation plan tailored to your flower farm.
Season Extension Guide: Unlocking the Potential of Spring and Fall Flower Farming
Learn how to extend your flower farming season with practical methods like low tunnels, shade cloth, and cold storage. Unlock the potential of shoulder seasons to boost profits, grow customer loyalty, and meet market demand year-round.
Transplanting Seedlings: A Step-by-Step Guide to Success
Transplanting seedlings can feel like a daunting step, but with the right preparation and techniques, your plants will thrive. From hardening off seedlings to preparing the soil and timing your planting, this guide walks you through the entire process for healthy, productive crops.
No Gaps, No Wasted Blooms: The Advanced Guide to Succession Planting
Tired of gaps in your harvests or blooms that miss the mark? Advanced succession planting takes your flower farm to the next level, with strategies to fine-tune planting schedules, align blooms with market demand, and maximize production through the growing season. Learn how to plan successions like a pro!
Getting Started with Crop Planning: Choosing the Right Flowers for Your Farm
Starting your flower farming journey? Learn how defining your products and understanding your target market lay the foundation for a successful first season.
The Performance of Flowers: Designing with Intent from Seed to Arrangement
Discover how to craft stunning floral designs by understanding the key roles flowers play in a bouquet. From focal flowers to fillers, learn the components you need to grow and design with confidence.
Snapdragons: Growing, Harvesting, and Designing with a Timeless Favorite
Snapdragons are a must-have for flower farmers, offering stunning blooms, market versatility, and long-lasting stems. Learn everything from seed starting and soil preparation to managing pests and harvesting, plus our favorite varieties for every season.
Pre-Sprouting Ranunculus & Anemone Corms
Pre-sprouting ranunculus and anemone corms is a simple yet game-changing step that can boost your flower-growing success. Learn why this extra step is worth it and how to prepare your corms for healthier, more resilient blooms.
How to Grow Sweet Peas for Cut Flowers: A Guide to Stunning Blooms
Sweet peas are the quintessential flower for spring, captivating with their fragrance, delicate beauty, and nostalgic charm. Learn how to grow, harvest, and design with these customer-favorite blooms while elevating your flower farm offerings.
When to Plant: Frost Dates, Soil Temps, and Timing for Flower Farmers
Demystify the complexities of frost dates, soil temperatures, and photoperiods to create a tailored seed-starting and planting schedule. Learn how to work with your microclimate, extend your growing season, and set your crops up for success!
Don’t Panic! A Flower Farmer’s Guide to Seed Germination Troubles
Struggling with empty seed trays and wondering why your seeds won’t sprout? Discover common germination issues and practical solutions in this comprehensive guide, designed to help flower farmers troubleshoot and succeed.