The Great Dahlia Divide: A Grower’s Guide to Lifting, Dividing & Storing Tubers.
Dividing dahlia tubers doesn’t have to be intimidating! With the right tools and a few simple steps, you can keep your dahlias thriving year after year. Learn how to divide, store, and protect your tubers for healthy, beautiful blooms next season.
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.
Frost in August | The Fight to Save Our Summer Blooms
An unexpected frost in August tested our resilience and determination as flower farmers. Read how we battled the elements to protect our blooms and learn tips for surviving sudden cold snaps in your own garden.
Bracing for the Unexpected | Navigating August Frost and Seasonal Shifts
An August frost? In the height of bloom season, the unexpected can strike fast. Join us as we navigate the challenges of farming in a short season—preparing for frost, cherishing the blooms we have, and looking ahead to a brighter tomorrow.
Meet the Bug-Busters: Our Feathered Friends in Pest Control
When earwigs wreaked havoc on our flower field, we turned to natural predators for help. Meet the chickens and ducks we’ve welcomed to the farm to combat pests—and learn how these feathered friends are reshaping our pest management approach.
Why Become a Wedding Farmer-Florist? Unveiling the Rewards and Creative Joys
Dreaming of combining flower farming and wedding design? The wedding farmer-florist model offers creativity, control, and profitability, but is it the right fit for you? Explore the rewards, challenges, and whether weddings align with your flower-farming goals.
A Simple Guide to Succession Planting for Cut Flowers
Succession planting is one of the best ways to ensure a continuous, abundant harvest of cut flowers throughout the growing season. In this guide, we break down the basics of succession planting, offering practical tips for planning, timing, and selecting flower varieties that keep your farm or garden in bloom all season long. Whether you’re new to flower farming or looking to refine your planting strategy, this approach will help you simplify your schedule and maximize your yield.
Surviving the Heat: Summer Tips for Thriving as a Flower Farmer
Summer's sweltering heat is no match for these essential tips to keep both you and your flower field thriving. Learn how to stay hydrated, protect your crops, and manage tasks smarter to ensure a successful flower farming season.
Elegance meets Camp: Megan & Holden's Stanford Sierra Camp Wedding at Fallen Leaf
Transforming a Tahoe camp into an elegant wedding retreat, Megan and Holden’s big day at Stanford Sierra Conference Center blended rustic charm with sophisticated designs. From soft drapery to custom floral installations, see how this outdoor-loving couple created a magical experience for their guests.
How to Take Stunning Photos of Your Flowers: Tips for Farmers and Enthusiasts
Learn how to capture stunning photos of your flowers with these simple yet effective photography tips. From mastering lighting to creative composition, discover techniques to showcase your blooms beautifully and authentically.
Marketing Basics for Flower Farmers: Mastering Promotion (Part Three)
Promoting your flower farm doesn’t have to be overwhelming. In this final installment of our Marketing Basics series, discover how to showcase your flowers with authenticity and connect with customers using strategies like social media, local outreach, and SEO.
Marketing Basics for Flower Farmers: Pricing (Part Two)
Learn how to confidently price your flowers with this guide for flower farmers. Discover strategies for balancing costs, customer demand, and profitability, all while staying true to your business goals.
Marketing for Flower Farmers: Starting with the Basics (Part One)
Marketing doesn’t have to be overwhelming! In this first part of our marketing series for flower farmers, we’ll cover the basics of marketing, introduce two of the Four P’s (Product and Pricing), and lay the groundwork for growing your business with confidence.
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.
How to Conduct a Year-End Budget Analysis for Your Flower Farm
Take your flower farming finances to the next level with a detailed year-end budget analysis. Learn how to compare your budget to actual results, analyze variances, and refine your financial strategies for a more accurate and effective budget next year.
Analyzing Profitability for the Flower Farmer
Discover how to analyze the profitability of your flower farm with actionable steps to evaluate pricing, cut costs, and maximize your sales. Learn to make data-driven decisions that help your farm grow, thrive, and stay profitable.
Turning Flower Farming into a Side Hustle | What You Need to Know
Flower farming as a side hustle is a rewarding way to turn your passion into profit. In this guide, we break down essential steps for balancing costs, maximizing profitability, and setting realistic goals to create a sustainable flower farming business. Learn practical strategies to grow a side hustle that thrives without overspending.