The Backyard Bouquet Podcast: Cut Flower Farming Podcast for Flower Farmers & Backyard Gardeners

Ep. 96: Growing Regenerative Cut Flowers in a Vineyard with Jocelyn Bentley-Prestwich of Cluster Flock Farms

04 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jocelyn Bentley-Prestwich plants peonies, daffodils, and alliums underneath her grape vines, and she has quadrupled the value of every linear foot of ...

Ep.95: Soil Health for Flower Farmers with Jen Aron of Blue Raven Farm

14 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is the woman I call when I have a real soil question.Jen Aron is a regenerative farmer and soil agronomist at Blue Raven Farm in Corbett...

Ep.94: Graeme Corbett on Life in Bloom: From TV to a Cutting Garden in Kent

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What does it actually look like to leave one career behind and walk into the one that's been waiting for you?In this episode, Jennifer sits down with ...

Ep.93: Should Flower Farmers Be Using AI?

25 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I've been using AI on my flower farm for over a year, and up until recently, I've only told a handful of people. Today I'm opening a conversation I ha...

Ep. 92: Growing Tulips & Dahlias in Holland with FAM Flower Farm

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There are some places on earth that flower people put on a bucket list and never quite cross off. Holland's flower bulb region is one of them. The fie...

Episode 91: Dahlia Hybridizing with Kristine Albrecht of Santa Cruz Dahlias

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There are people who grow dahlias, and then there are people who spend two decades quietly shaping what dahlias can become. Kristine Albrecht is one o...

Ep. 90: Sarah Raven, The Woman Who Changed How We Grow Flowers

08 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

She left medicine to grow flowers at her kitchen table. Thirty years later, Sarah Raven has written fourteen books, built a garden empire at Perch Hil...

Ep. 89: Flower Farming in Australia's Barossa Valley with Katie Lyndoch

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

She started with zero qualifications, a personal trainer husband, and six dahlia tubers from the hardware store. Now Katie and her husband Rob run Lit...

Ep. 88: Farming as Meditation: What Mindfulness Taught Chelsea Willis About Growing Flowers

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Chelsea Willis is the kind of farmer who notices the frogs in the dahlias.She's the owner of Sweet Delilah Farm on Sauvie Island, just 15 minutes outs...

Ep. 87: Starting and Scaling a Flower Farm: Jenny Rae Swan's Journey with Flowerwell

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 87 of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, Jennifer sits down with Jenny Rae Swan, founder of Flowerwell, a cut flower farm and floral design stud...

Summit Speaker Series: Kamille Scellick, Kamille's Flowers

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever looked at a dahlia and wondered "what if I could create my own variety?" Kamille is the person you need to learn from.  Her sessio...

Summit Speaker Series: Charlotte Smith, The Marketing & Mindset Coach for Farmers

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Charlotte is a 5th generation farmer and mindset coach and there's a reason she's one of our first speakers on Day 1 of The Profitable Dahlia Summit. ...

Summit Speaker Series: Heather Cain on Selling Dahlias to Florists

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this bonus episode, I'm sharing my Instagram Live conversation with Heather Cain of Petal Pink Flower Farm. We talked about what florists actually ...

Summit Speaker Series: Marryn Mathis on Selling Out Your Dahlia Tuber Sale

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this bonus episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcst, I'm sharing my Instagram Live conversation with Marryn Mathis of The Farmhouse Flower Farm. We t...

Episode 86: From Backyard Dahlias to 4,000 Plants: Building Sweet Bloom Farm with Melissa Stewart

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, I’m joined by Melissa Stewart of Sweet Bloom Farm, a boutique dahlia farm in Battle Ground, Washing...

Ep. 85: Growing & Breeding Dahlias at Scale: Inside Florelie Flower Farm in Australia

06 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, we’re heading south to Australia to visit Florelie, a small-scale but highly productive specialty c...

Ep. 84: Growing Cut Flowers in Small Spaces: Community, Education & Local Blooms with Fawn Rueckert

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What’s possible when you start with just a small bit of earth—and a love of flowers rooted in childhood stories?In today’s episode, I’m joined...

Ep.83: The Purposeful Gardener: Growing Food, Flowers, and Joy With Tasha Medve

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What if your garden could feed your family, support pollinators, and bring more joy into your everyday life — all at the same time?In this episode o...

Ep. 83: How to Plan Your Most Profitable Growing Season Yet (Live 2026 Dahlia Planning Workshop Replay)

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Season 3 of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast — and to the first episode of 2026.To kick off the new year, I’m doing something a little diff...

Ep. 81: Geotuning the Land: How Addressing Geopathic Stress Can Support Soil Health and Regenerative Farms

26 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if caring for land goes beyond soil tests, nutrients, and visible inputs?In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, Jennifer is joined by B...

Ep. 80: Growing Dahlias, Letting Go of Perfection, and Finding Joy in the Garden With Anne Long of The Dahlia House

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if growing dahlias wasn’t about doing everything perfectly—but about showing up, finding joy, and learning to flourish right where you are?In...

Episode 79: How Janniebird Farm Thrives in Zone 4 with Flower Farmer Annie Amrich

12 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you grow flowers in a region known for long winters, short seasons, and frequent frosts?In this episode, we are joined by Annie Amrich of Janni...

Ep.78: How Claudia Built a Blooming Backyard and a Beloved YouTube Gardening Channel

05 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered how a simple backyard garden can grow into a thriving YouTube channel that inspires gardeners everywhere?In this episode, Jenni...

Ep.77: Flower Farming & Floral Design in Montana: The Flower Hat Story with Julio Freitas

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what it really takes to build a creative and meaningful life in the floral world, especially when your journey starts far from ...

Ep.76: How to Sell Your Flowers with Lennie Larkin of Flower Farming for Profit

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered how to confidently sell your flowers and build a thriving flower business?In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, host...

Ep.75: Gratitude in the Garden: The Five Petals That Root Us Through Every Season

08 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As another growing season comes to a close, Jennifer invites you to pause and reflect on the power of gratitude. In this solo episode, Jennifer shares...

Ep.74: Nicole Pitt of Flower Hill Farm: Growing Through Change and Finding Strength in Every Season

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this heartfelt conversation, Jennifer sits down with Nicole Pitt, the flower farmer and creative behind Flower Hill Farm and Boon Street Nursery in...

Ep.73: Journey to Bloom: Learning to Be Present in Every Season

25 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As the flowers fade and the farm quiets down for winter, Jennifer reflects on what this past year of rebuilding her farm has taught her about patience...

Ep. 72: Inside The Flower Summit with Jessica Eckford-Aguilera: Celebrating Women, Flowers and Creativity in Australia

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this inspiring episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, host Jennifer Gulizia sits down with Jessica Eckford-Aguilera, the visionary founder of The...

Ep. 71: End-of-Season Reflection: Thinning the Weeds and Making Space to Flourish Next Year

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The first frost often marks the end of the flower growing season, and it’s the perfect time to pause and reflect. In this short solo episode, Jennif...

Ep.70: Behind The Dirt on Flowers: How Shannon & Lyndsay Built Thriving Cut Flower Farms

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, host Jennifer Gulizia of The Flowering Farmhouse sits down with Shannon Allen of Bloom Hill Farm and ...

Ep. 69: Painting Flowers and Farming Lavender with Valerie Miller of Steel Cow Lavender Farm

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when flower farming and painting come together? In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, host Jennifer Gulizia sits down with art...

Ep.68: Inside America's Largest U.S.-Based Flower Farm: Sustainability, Innovation & the Future of Floriculture with Madison Milgard of Continental Floral Greens

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does large-scale flower farming really look like in the United States? In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, Jennifer Gulizia sits dow...

Ep. 67: How to Press Flowers Like a Pro: Featuring Kate Punnett of The August Press

15 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve ever had more flowers than you know what to do with—or wished you could make a special bouquet last forever—this episode will spark yo...

Ep. 66: How to Shift Your Mindset and Build a Profitable Flower Farm with Charlotte Smith

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve ever struggled with burnout, self-doubt, or pricing your flowers with confidence, this episode is for you. In Episode 66 of The Backyard B...

Ep. 65: From CSA to Advocacy: How Jenny Jonak of Dragon Song Farm Is Growing More Than Just Cut Flowers

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, host Jennifer Gulizia sits down with Jenny Jonak of Dragon Song Farm in Oregon’s Willamette Valley ...

Ep. 64: From Side Hustle to Full-Time Flower Farmer: Brooke Palmer Reflects One Year Later

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 64 of The Backyard Bouquet, flower farmer and educator Brooke Palmer of Jenny Creek Flowers returns to the podcast—one year after making ...

Ep.63: Floral Standards Every Flower Farmer Should Know with Diane Szukovathy of Jello Mold Farm

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 63 of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, Jennifer sits down with Diane Szukovathy of Jello Mold Farm to explore the critical role of floral stan...

Ep. 62: Inside a Family-Run Wedding Flower Farm: How Jennifer Joray Grows Cut Flowers for 40+ Weddings a Season

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to grow cut flowers for over 40 weddings a season—while running a farm as a family of four?In Part 2 of our conversation, Jennifer...

Ep. 61: Jennifer Joray of Eastern River Farm on Flower Farming, Lyme Disease, and Finding Healing Through Nature

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when a simple question—“What about farming?”—leads to a total life transformation?In this powerful episode of The Backyard Bouque...

Ep. 60: How Flowers Helped Nicole Sardo Heal, Grow, and Begin Again

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful episode of The Backyard Bouquet, host Jennifer Gulizia sits down with Nicole Sardo of Midnight Magic Garden—a former stop-motion ar...

Ep. 59: Frances Palmer on 'Life With Flowers': Gardening, Pottery, and the Art of Everyday Beauty

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet, we are joined by Frances Palmer—renowned potter, gardener, photographer, and author—to celebrate the rele...

Ep.58: The Slow Flowers Movement & The Power of Local Blooms with Debra Prinzing

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, we are joined by Debra Prinzing, founder of the Slow Flowers Movement and co-author of The Flower Far...

Ep.57: Celebrating 100 Years of Bearded Iris: The Legacy of Schreiner's Iris Gardens

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Backyard Bouquet, we’re celebrating a century of spectacular blooms with Schreiner’s Iris Gardens, one of the most iconic names i...

Ep.56: The Push of Spring: How Seeds and Seasons Reshape Us

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, Jennifer invites you to step away from the rush of the season and pause at the garden gate. With raw ...

Ep.55: Cut Flower Farming with Dave Dowling: Real-World Advice for Growing and Selling Flowers

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, we’re joined by one of the most respected voices in the cut flower industry—Dave Dowling. With ov...

Ep.54: Earth Day in the Garden: Where Flowers Lead Us to Soil, Stewardship & Hope

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special Earth Day episode of The Backyard Bouquet, flower farmer and garden educator Jennifer Gulizia shares a deeply personal reflection on g...

Ep. 53: Growing a Cut Flower Business & Preserving Heirloom Mums with Jessica Hall of Harmony Harvest

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, Jennifer sits down with Jessica Hall, co-founder of Harmony Harvest Farm in Virginia’s Shenandoah V...

Ep.52: The Kindest Garden: Regenerative Gardening & Sustainable Design with Marian Boswall

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How can we create gardens that are both beautiful and beneficial to the planet? In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, we sit down with awar...

Ep.51: How Jenny Marks Built a Profitable Flower Farm & Helps Others Do the Same

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jenny Marks, founder of Trademark Farmer and host of Six Figure Flower Farming. Jenny has been immersed in ...

Growing Pansies for Cut Flowers with Brenna Estrada of Three Brothers Blooms

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Can pansies be a cut flower? 🌸 You might be surprised! In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, we’re chatting with Brenna Estrada, autho...

Ep. 49: Sustainable Flower Farming & Extending the Growing Season with Little Hollow Flowers

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 49 of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, we sit down with Dustin Saunders of Little Hollow Flowers, a specialty cut flower farm nestled along Co...

Ep. 48: Sweet Pea School: Marryn Mathis on Growing, Breeding, and the Magic of Sweet Peas

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This special episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast features returning guest Marryn Mathis, founder of The Farmhouse Flower Farm and widely known as ...

Ep.47: Helen Skiba on Balancing Motherhood & Sustainable Flower Farming at Artemis Flower Farm

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From her time as a Peace Corps agriculture volunteer in Ecuador to becoming a passionate flower farmer in Colorado, Helen Skiba's story is a beautiful...

Ep. 46: Secrets From The Flower Farm Down Under With Rebecca Starling

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered what it takes to transition from a corporate career to a flourishing flower farm? Join us as we chat with Rebecca Starling, an inspiring...

Ep.45: Where We Bloom: New Beginnings For 2025

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to bloom in powerful new ways this year? Join us for this special Season 2 premiere of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, for an intimate look at tra...

Ep.44: From A Vision To A Thriving Flower Farm With Lori Hernandez of Three Acre Farm

21 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered “What does it take to transform a dream into a thriving flower farm?” In this episode of the Backyard Bouquet Podcast, host...

Ep.43: Cultivating Kindness & Connection With The Growing Kindness Project

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What if the simple act of giving flowers could transform not only your life but also the lives of those around you? In this episode of the Backyard Bo...

Ep. 42: Growing A Successful & Profitable Cut Flower Farm With Lennie Larkin

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered how you can run a profitable cut flower farm? In this episode, Lennie Larkin, a business leader in the flower farming industry ...

Ep.41: Kelsey Hall: How the 'Daffodahlia' Discovery Is Shaping the Future at Cattle & Cut Flowers Farm

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when a dahlia unexpectedly takes on the appearance of a daffodil? In this episode of the Backyard Bouquet Podcast, Kelsey Hall of Cattle ...

Ep: 40: Grow Beautiful Dahlias Interview with Jennifer Gulizia Hosted by Valerie Miller

26 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of the Backyard Bouquet Podcast features a replay from the Growing Beautiful Dahlias Interview Series hosted by Valerie Miller of Steel C...

Ep.39: How Vonda VandeHoef Hybridizes Dahlias In Her Backyard Cutting Garden

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you curious about what it takes to hybridize dahlias in your own backyard? Tune in to hear how Vonda VandeHoef, PNW gardener, has become a ​​b...

Ep. 38: The Healing Power of Flowers: Mental Health and Farming with Trina Galloway of Mt.View Orchards

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How can legacy farming and mental health intertwine to create a thriving community?In this episode of the Backyard Bouquet Podcast, we are joined by T...

Ep.37 Building a Thriving Cut Flower Business With Katy King of Hidden Springs Flowers

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Backyard Bouquet Podcast, we are joined by Katy King, of Hidden Springs Flowers in central Pennsylvania. Katy shares the inspir...

Ep. 36 How Kara Jamison Is Transitioning Into Fall With Dried Flowers & Sowing Cool Flowers

07 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As fall swiftly approaches, the changing of seasons brings new challenges and opportunities for gardeners. In this episode of the Backyard Bouquet Pod...

Ep. 35: Erin Benzakein of Floret: How Seeds Hold The Past, Present, & Future

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever marveled at how a tiny seed encapsulates not just life but also the past, present, and future? Dive deep into this concept with Erin Ben...

Bonus: Celebrating The Pre-Launch of "Sweet Pea School" with Sweet Pea Seed Saving Tips from Marryn at The Farmhouse Flower Farm

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're excited to welcome back Marryn Mathis from The Farmhouse Flower Farm in Stanwood, WA to celebrate the pre-launch of her new book, 'Sweet ...

Ep.34: Blackburn Gardens: Building A Successful Flower Farm By Focusing On What You Really Enjoy

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever thought about not having to do everything, but instead focusing on what you truly enjoy? Join today’s conversation with Laura Ward fro...

Ep.33: Darcy's Dahlias: Captivating Their Community With Their Flower Stand & Flourishing Dahlias

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered how a backyard garden with just 10 dahlias could transform into a flourishing flower farm with over 1500 dahlias? Join Christop...

Ep.32: How Harris Flower Farm Built a Successful Business Model for Farmers Markets & C.S.A. Subscriptions

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you curious about what it takes to successfully sell flowers at the farmer's market? Imagine the vibrant colors, the sweet scents, and the joy of ...

Ep.31: Bokenkotter Blooms: From City Living To A Thriving Cut Flower Farm On 18 Acres

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever imagined leaving the hustle and bustle of city life behind to embrace the serenity of country living?  In this episode of the Backy...

Ep.30: How To Create a Sustainable Garden When You Have Limited Space with Chia-Ming of Coastal Homestead

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered how you can practice sustainable gardening in a small urban space? In this episode we are joined by Chia-Ming, a Los Angeles-ba...

Ep.29: Meg McGuire of Red Daisy Farm: From Flower Farming to On-Farm Stays

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what it takes to run a successful flower farm and create a unique on-farm experience for visitors? Today we are joined by Meg M...

Ep. 28 How Creating On-Farm Events Has Created Success For Justine Ludwig

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what it takes to transform a traditional farm into a thriving event venue? In this episode, Justine Ludwig joins us to share he...

Ep. 27: Galena Berkompas: Scaling from Micro Flower Farm to 6-Acre Cut Flower Farm

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine turning a small urban garden into a flourishing ½ acre flower farm—all while homeschooling four kids and battling postpartum depression. Th...

Ep.26: Stonehouse Dahlias: Industry Leaders in Growing Virus-Free Dahlia Cuttings

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered how a simple backyard gardening hobby could blossom into a thriving family-run business supplying high-quality rooted dahlia cu...

Ep.25 Blooming Success: Mastering Peonies and Sustainable Flower Farming with Melissa Hessney Masters, Tanglebloom

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Melissa Hessney Masters, of Tangleboom Flower Farm, takes us on a heartfelt journey that began with a simple yet profound desire to f...

Ep.24: How To Use Dried Flowers To Cultivate Everlasting Beauty With Full Belly Farm's Hannah Muller

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered about the art of drying flowers and creating stunning arrangements that last a lifetime? In this episode of the Backyard Bouque...

Ep.23: Flower Farming And Sustainable Floral Design: An Interview with Farmer-Florist Heather Staten

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you curious about what it takes to be a sustainable farmer-florist? In episode 23, we  delve into the vibrant world of flower farming with He...

Ep.22 How Breeding Dahlias In Australia Cultivates Curiosity with Bec McConnell of Serenade Farm

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what happens when a passion for music and farming intertwine to create a symphony of nature and artistry? In Episode 22 of the ...

Ep.21: How Kamille Scellick Balances Motherhood and Dahlia Breeding: A Story of Love and Growth

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to be inspired by a heartfelt story of healing, motherhood, and the beauty of dahlias? Join us on the Backyard Bouquet Podcast this week...

Ep.20: Sunflower Steve: A Farmers Journey of Passion & Perseverance

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, Steve Kaufer, also known as Sunflower Steve, shares his journey from planting a prairie garden to bec...

BONUS: What You Need To Know To Get Started With Growing Dahlias This Year

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a special BONUS episode of the Backyard Bouquet Podcast. Today, we're diving into the world of dahlias, my favorite flower, and I'm here to...

Ep.19: From Allotment to Backyard Cut Flower Farm: Nicole's Flower Growing Journey

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Backyard Bouquet Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Nicole from Cherry Garden and the Let's Grow Girls podcast. Nicol...

Ep.18 Capturing the Beauty of Flowers With Jess Buttermore of Cedar House Living

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we are joined by Jess Buttermore, of Cedar House Living. Jess is a dedicated homesteader, published author, and passionate advocate fo...

Ep.17: How Brooke Palmer Went From School Teacher To Full Time Flower Farmer

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Brooke Palmer from Jenny Creek Flowers shares her inspiring story of how she seamlessly balances her teaching career with her blossom...

Ep.16: Blooming in the Cold: How to Grow a Vibrant Cut Flower Garden in Zone 2B

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Madeline Cooper left behind city life when she traded in her stilettos for muck boots to flower farm in zone 2b. She’s now the soul behind Fraiche F...

Ep. 15: From Dreams to Blooms: Niki Irving of Flourish Flower Farm

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we are joined by Niki Irving, owner of Flourish Flower Farm and the SE Regional Director of the ASCFG. Nestled in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mou...

Ep.14: Mastering the Art of Growing Roses with Ben Hanna of Heirloom Roses

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Ben Hanna of Heirloom Roses provides valuable insights into growing and caring for roses, offering expert advice on pruning, fertiliz...

Ep.13: Growing Roots, Connection, Wholeness and Hope In The Garden with Christie Purifoy

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Backyard Bouquet, we explore the profound impact of gardens on our lives. This episode features published author Christie Purif...

Ep.12: Growing A Fragrant Cut Flower Garden With Stefani Bittner

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you been wanting to add fragrant flowers to your garden? In this episode of the Backyard Bouquet Podcast, host Jennifer Gulizia welcomes garden g...

Ep.11: Lori Bochner's Journey from Home Gardener to Flower Farmer

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with Lori Bochner from Bochner Farms, a picturesque flower farm nestled in rural central Iowa countr...

Ep.10: Cultivating Community With Urban Flower Farmer Dee Hall of Mermaid City Flowers

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wanted to start an urban or micro flower farm? In this episode of the Backyard Bouquet Podcast, we are joined by Dee Hall of Mermaid Cit...

Ep.9: Growing Specialty Cut Flowers For Florists With Heather Cain From Petal Pink Flowers

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to sell your flowers to florists but don't know where to start? In this episode of the Backyard Bouquet Podcast, hear from local flower fa...

Ep. 8: Mastering the Art of Cut Flower Gardening with Master Gardener Stacy Ling

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Backyard Bouquet Podcast, we have the pleasure of hearing from Stacy Ling, a master gardener and published author. Stacy is als...

Ep.7: Connecting with Nature and Giving Back with Flower Farmer Misha Gillingham

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Backyard Bouquet Podcast, we are joined by Misha Gillingham of Farmluxe. Misha shares her journey to becoming a flower farmer a...

Ep.6: Flower Farming on 1/6 Acre with Erin Simmons of Handpicked Homestead

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you dreaming of starting your own small-scale flower farm? In this episode of the Backyard Bouquet Podcast, host Jennifer Gulizia interviews Erin ...

Ep.5: Growing Cut Flowers in the Pacific Northwest: Tips and Inspiration from Cottage-Style Gardener Kim Robinson

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready to be inspired by this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast to create your own cottage-style flower garden! In today’s episode, host Je...

Ep.4: The Sweet Pea Queen: Flower Farmer Marryn Mathis on Her Passion for Growing and Sharing Sweet Peas

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Learn How To Grow Sweet Peas with Flower Farmer Marryn MathisIf you're listening, get ready to be inspired by the world of sweet peas in this episode ...

Ep.3: The Art of Flower Farming: Lessons in Letting Go and Embracing Nature with Paul Matalucci of Apple Core Farm and Cut Flowers

28 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Backyard Bouquet Podcast, host Jennifer Gulizia is joined by Paul Matalucci of Apple Core Farm and Cut Flowers. Paul shares his...