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.
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.
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.
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.
Starting a flower farm is an exciting journey, but it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the many choices and tasks. In this guide, I share the key strategies for a successful first year, from selecting easy-to-grow varieties like zinnias and sunflowers to essential planning tips that ensure your garden thrives. Learn how to prioritize soil health, manage your climate challenges, and pick flowers that fill bouquets beautifully, making your farm both productive and profitable from the start.
Flower farming isn’t just about flowers—it’s about balancing beauty, business, and your well-being. This heartfelt post dives into redefining success, scaling back when needed, and staying inspired on your flower farming journey. Whether you’re just starting out or deep in the trenches, this advice will help you dream big while staying grounded.
Not every variety we grow turns out to be a winner. Some are downright dangerous! In this blog, I’m sharing four varieties I’ll never grow again and the alternatives I’ve found that work better for our high-desert flower farm.
Discover the five crops that save my flower farm every season. These reliable, versatile varieties handle tough conditions and keep the blooms coming all year long!
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.
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 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!
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.
Winter is the perfect time to set meaningful goals for your flower farm. From vision boarding to mapping out actionable steps, this blog will help you set your farm up for a successful and fulfilling season ahead. Whether you're aiming to sell bouquets, expand your offerings, or just keep your sanity intact, this guide is here to inspire and organize your journey!
Farmers markets can be a fantastic way to grow your flower business, build community connections, and master your craft. Discover practical tips for setting up a successful booth, choosing the right products, and creating a memorable customer experience.
Exploring the best ways to sell your flowers? From farmers markets to online shops and pop-ups, discover direct-to-consumer sales outlets that help you build your brand, connect with customers, and grow your flower farm.
Starting a flower farm doesn’t have to break the bank. In this post, we share practical tips and creative solutions for launching a successful flower farm on a budget. From essential tools to budget-friendly resources, learn how to make smart investments that set you up for growth while keeping costs low. Perfect for new growers or anyone looking to expand with limited funds
Starting your flower farming journey? Learn how defining your products and understanding your target market lay the foundation for a successful first season.
Starting your flower farm’s first year can feel overwhelming, but with a practical budget, you’ll gain clarity and confidence. This guide helps you map out costs, prioritize investments, and decide if flower farming is the right step for your finances and goals.
Effective bookkeeping is the backbone of a successful flower farming business. Learn how to set up your financial systems, simplify data entry, and make informed decisions with this guide tailored for flower farmers.
Starting a flower farm taught us some tough lessons, from soil care to space limitations. Through trial and error, we discovered the importance of investing in quality soil, efficient irrigation, and understanding our growing conditions. As we transitioned to a larger property, we put these lessons into practice, learning how to make the most of every square foot to grow a thriving flower farm. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to improve, these insights can help you bloom where you’re planted!
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!
Starting a flower farm is a leap into hard work, resilience, and personal growth. Reflecting on my own journey, here are some unexpected insights and advice for anyone starting out in flower farming—not just about growing flowers but about growing as a farmer.
