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Overwintering Ranunculus in Zone 4B: My Journey and Lessons Learned growing high tunnel Jun 10, 2024

Growing ranunculus in Zone 4B has been an incredible journey filled with challenges, successes, and valuable lessons. As a flower farmer in a colder climate, I've discovered that with the right techniques and tools, these beautiful blooms can thrive even in less-than-ideal conditions. In this week's...

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Efficient Flower Storage Solutions: Insights from CoolBot's Julia DeGennaro growing Jun 04, 2024

In a recent episode of the Sunny Mary Meadow podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Julia DeGennaro from CoolBot about flower coolers and cooling solutions for small businesses. As a flower farmer, I've always emphasized the importance of proper storage to maintain the freshness and longevity ...

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Should You Start a Flower Farm? Part 2: Managing Time and Expenses business growth growing Apr 22, 2024

This blog is a summary of an episode of the Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast. Listen to it in it's entirety below.

Today, we're diving into the essential resources needed to start a flower farm, focusing on two critical elements: time and money.

1. Time and Flexibility

Starting a flower farm demands a s...

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How One Easter Order of 300 Bouquets Transformed My Flower Farming Business growing sales Mar 22, 2024

This blog is a summary of an episode of the Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast. Listen to it in its entirety below. 

As the host of The Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast, I often talk about the power of storytelling with a purpose. Today, I want to share a personal story that embodies this idea—one that changed the c...

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Growing Green: The Vital Role of Composting in Sustainable Flower Farming growing Mar 18, 2024

This blog is a summary of an episode of the Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast. Listen to it in its entirety below. 

In my recent conversation with Liselotte from 80 Miles North Flower Farm, we delved into the crucial topic of composting and its significance for flower farmers like us. Liselotte shared valu...

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Growing Tulips Hydroponically: An Innovative Journey into Year-Round Beauty growing tulips Feb 26, 2024

This blog is a summary of an episode of the Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast. Listen to it in its entirety below. 

As a flower farmer, my journey has been filled with unexpected twists and turns, leading me to discover my true passion for cultivating beauty from the soil. Today, I

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Growing Beyond the Farm Stand: The Evolution of a Flower Farm business growth customer engagement growing Feb 19, 2024

This blog is a summary of an episode of the Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast. Listen to it in its entirety below. 

I've experienced firsthand the evolution of my business from a humble farm stand to a thriving enterprise. 

When I first started my flower farm, setting up a farm stand seemed like the natur...

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How to Start a Flower Farm with $10,000 business growth growing tools Feb 12, 2024

This blog is a summary of an episode of the Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast. Listen to it in its entirety below. 

Check out the other blogs in this series: How to Start a Flower Farm with $100 and How to Start a Flower Farm with $1000

Today, I want to share some insights on how to kickstart your dream f...

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How to Start a Flower Farm with $1000 business growth growing tools Feb 05, 2024

This blog is a summary of an episode of the Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast. Listen to it in its entirety below. 

Check out the other blogs in this series: How to Start a Flower Farm with $100 and How to Start a Flower Farm with $10,000

Starting a flower farm is a dream for many, but it can feel dauntin...

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How to Start a Flower Farm with $100 business growth growing tools Jan 29, 2024

This blog is a summary of an episode of the Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast. Listen to it in its entirety below. 

Check out the other blogs in this series: How to Start a Flower Farm with $1000 and How to Start a Flower Farm with $10,000

Starting a flower farm with just $100 may seem like a daunting tas...

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Enhancing Soil Health and Flower Growth: The Magic of Cover Crops growing Jan 22, 2024

This blog is a summary of an episode of the Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast. Listen to it in its entirety below. 

As a flower farmer, my journey with cover crops has been nothing short of transformative. In a recent episode of The Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Colin Geppe...

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Storing Dahlia Tubers: A Gardener's Guide dahlias growing Nov 13, 2023

This blog is a summary of an episode of the Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast. Listen to it in its entirety below. 

Today, I want to delve into a topic that's close to every gardener's heart: storing Dahlia tubers.

Dahlias are such a delightful addition to any garden or flower farm, but what do we do with...

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