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On this week’s podcast, we draw on Lisa’s years of flower farming experience to talk not just about growing flowers, but the business and practical tips needed to grow a profitable flower business. Lisa’s new book, The Cut Flower Handbook, is full of information on the growing side, and in our interview we talk about how to put it all together to sustain the passion with a profitable business. We discuss workhorse flower crops, when to harvest, how to ensure the best vase life, and the practical tips that will build a cut flower business and keep it going.

Over the years, Lisa’s farm, The Gardener’s Workshop, has grown to include online courses, seeds, and flower growing tools and supplies. Lisa is also the author of the books Cool Flowers, Vegetables Love Flowers, and The Cut Flower Handbook. She has been selling cut flowers since 1998, including to Colonial Williamsburg, florists throughout the Hampton Roads region, supermarkets, farmers markets, a members-only on-farm market, and a bouquet drop-off subscription service.

Connect With Guest:

Website: thegardenersworkshop.com

Instagram: @gardenersworkshopfarm

The Cut Flower Handbook

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Local Line is the all-in-one sales platform for direct-market farms and food hubs of all sizes. Increase your sales and streamline your processes with features including e-commerce, inventory management, subscriptions, online payments, and more! Get 15% off marketing services and one premium feature for a year with the code Growing4market at https://hubs.la/Q02bpWQV0

Bootstrap Farmer offers a complete range of growing supplies including heat mats, ground cover, frost blankets, silage tarps, irrigation, and trellising. They also make all-metal, all-inclusive greenhouse frames, constructed of steel made in the USA and fabricated in Texas. Their heavy-duty, Midwest-made propagation and microgreens trays will last for years and are available in a full range of colors, great for keeping farm seedlings separate from retail, or just for fun. For all that and more, check out Bootstrap Farmer at bootstrapfarmer.com.

BCS America BCS two-wheel tractors are designed and built in Italy where small-scale farming has been a way of life for generations. Discover the beauty of BCS on your farm with PTO-driven implements for soil-working, shredding cover crops, spreading compost, mowing under fences, clearing snow, and more – all powered by a single, gear-driven machine that’s tailored to the size and scale of your operation. To learn more, view sale pricing, or locate your nearest dealer, visit BCS America.

Rimol Greenhouse Systems designs and manufactures greenhouses that are built to be intensely rugged, reliably durable, and uniquely attractive – to meet all your growing needs. Rimol Greenhouses are guaranteed to hold up through any weather conditions, while providing exceptional value and an easy installation for vegetable growers of all sizes. Learn more about the Rimol difference and why growers love Rimol high tunnels at Rimol.com.

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Rebecca owns Moonshot Farm, a specialty cut flower farm in East Windsor, NJ. She and her husband Mark started the farm in 2019 with big goals of providing sustainably grown flowers year-round — literally 52 weeks of the year. They thought their goals were so lofty that it informed their farm’s name — they are trying to “shoot the moon,” as they say. However, it must be working, because they do in fact grow flowers year-round, including in a geothermal greenhouse, for retail markets in and around New York City.

Rebecca clearly has tons to share with our audience and we were excited to hear about growing flowers, how they are making this work to harvest year-round in their climate, and also her recent shift to quitting her off-farm job so that both she and Mark could work full-time on the farm. Rebecca wrote a great article for the September 2023 Growing for Market about that move, including interviewing many other farmers who have made the same leap. It’s a big decision, and we talk about the successes and challenges she and others have faced.

The link to the article “Making the leap to farming full-time” is available below; Rebecca’s other articles are available in the archive and in back issues for Growing for Market Magazine subscribers.

Free article by Rebecca Kutzer-Rice from Growing for Market Magazine:

Making the leap to farming full-time

Connect With Guest:

Email: info@moonshotfarm.com

Website: www.moonshotfarm.com

Instagram: @moonshot_farm

Podcast Sponsors:

Huge thanks to our podcast sponsors as they make this podcast FREE to everyone with their generous support:

Rimol Greenhouse Systems designs and manufactures greenhouses that are built to be intensely rugged, reliably durable, and uniquely attractive – to meet all your growing needs. Rimol Greenhouses are guaranteed to hold up through any weather conditions, while providing exceptional value and an easy installation for vegetable growers of all sizes. Learn more about the Rimol difference and why growers love Rimol high tunnels at Rimol.com

Local Line is the all-in-one sales platform for direct-market farms and food hubs of all sizes. Increase your sales and streamline your processes with features including e-commerce, inventory management, subscriptions, online payments, and more! Get 15% off marketing services and one premium feature for a year with the code Growing4market at https://hubs.la/Q02bpWQV0

Certified Naturally Grown (CNG) offers peer-review certification to ecological farmers and beekeepers producing food, flowers, and fiber for their local communities. Demonstrate your commitment to sustainable growing practices with a certification that fits your farm’s scale, budget, and community values. Learn more and apply at the link! www.naturallygrown.org

Bootstrap Farmer offers a complete range of growing supplies including heat mats, ground cover, frost blankets, silage tarps, irrigation, and trellising. They also make all-metal, all-inclusive greenhouse frames, constructed of steel made in the USA and fabricated in Texas. Their heavy-duty, Midwest-made propagation and microgreens trays will last for years and are available in a full range of colors, great for keeping farm seedlings separate from retail, or just for fun. For all that and more, check out Bootstrap Farmer at bootstrapfarmer.com.

BCS two-wheel tractors are designed and built in Italy where small-scale farming has been a way of life for generations. Discover the beauty of BCS on your farm with PTO-driven implements for soil-working, shredding cover crops, spreading compost, mowing under fences, clearing snow, and more – all powered by a single, gear-driven machine that’s tailored to the size and scale of your operation. To learn more, view sale pricing, or locate your nearest dealer, visit BCS America.

Vermont Compost Company - Since 1992, Vermont Compost Company has supplied premium living soils and compost-based amendments to thousands of successful growers all over the country. All ingredients used in Vermont Compost products are approved for certified organic production. In addition to product consistency, growers can depend on Vermont Compost as an invaluable resource for a breadth of soil and plant knowledge and the technical expertise it takes to grow organically in an ever-changing environment. Why Grow Alone? Visit vermontcompost.com/gfm for details or mention this podcast when you place your order.

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Welcome to The Cut Flower Podcast!

In this delightful episode, your host Roz engages in a captivating conversation with the talented Janne Ford. Join them as they dive into the world of cut flowers, social media, and the joys of creativity.

Roz and Janne share their insights into the dynamic realm of social media, discussing the unpredictability of content going viral and the importance of authenticity and consistency in the online space. Janne opens up about her journey, from her childhood dream job to her current passion for flowers and plans for the future.

Key Takeaways:

1. The Viral Journey: Discover the intriguing story behind Janne's viral social media moment, emphasizing the significance of choosing trending audio and the element of luck.
 
2. Creativity and Nature: Janne's inspiration drawn from nature highlights the importance of observing and emulating the beauty found in the outdoors, showcasing the charm of spiky flowers like foxgloves and the allure of David Austin roses.

3. Challenges and Imposter Syndrome: Gain insights into the challenges Janne faced during her career transition and her reflections on imposter syndrome, a common hurdle for those venturing into second careers.

4. Future Ventures: Explore Janne's exciting plans for 2024, including the establishment of a new studio space and the anticipation of running workshops, fostering a hub of creativity and collaboration.

Connect with Janne Ford:
If you're as captivated by Janne's flower-filled journey as we are, connect with her on Instagram @janneford (https://www.instagram.com/janneford/) and stay tuned for updates on her upcoming workshops and creative ventures.

Thank you for joining us on the Cut Flower Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share the floral inspiration with your friends! 

New Catalogue Out Now, Oct 23,
https://plantsofdistinction.co.uk  use the code CUTFLOWER30 for 30% off your order.

This podcast episode is sponsored by First Tunnels, leaders in domestic and commercial product tunnels.
A polytunnel is an amazing protective environment for plants, vegetables and flowers, extending any growing season, whether you're growing for pleasure or commercially. 
Whether you go for a small or a large tunnel, you can be assured of the same high quality product from First Tunnels, poly tunnels.  Do pop over to their website and take a look at their range

In this episode, Roz shares her top book recommendations that delve into the world of flowers, gardening, and the floral industry. From promoting mental well-being in the garden to exploring the journey of cut flowers, Roz's selections cover a range of topics that flower enthusiasts will find both insightful and enjoyable.

Key Titles Include:

• The RHS Your Well Being Garden: Discover the profound impact of green spaces and gardening on mental and physical health, backed by scientific evidence.
• Gilding the Lily by Amy Stewart: A compelling exploration of the flower industry, shedding light on its practices, from worker treatment to environmental impact.
• Everlastings by Bex Partridge: Beck's Partridge takes you on a journey celebrating dried flowers, offering practical advice on picking and drying, along with stunning projects for all levels.
• Fantastic Foliage and How to Farm It by Hilary Collins: An indispensable guide to eucalyptus, providing in-depth knowledge on varieties, cultivation, and maintenance.
• The Cut Flower Source Book by Richard Sigfried: Delve into the world of perennials and woody plants for cutting, offering valuable insights for both enthusiasts and aspiring flower farmers.
• The Cut Flower Planner by Roz Chandler: A beautifully designed planner providing month-by-month guidance for a successful cutting garden, including tasks, recommendations, and space for notes.
• From Seed to Vase : Experience the transformative journey of participants in an eight-month cut flower course during the challenges of COVID-19, a testament to the power of nature and community.
  
  Thank you for joining us on this exploration of flower-related literature. As the autumn and winter seasons approach, take some time to cozy up by the fire with a good book. Happy reading!*

• A Cut Above Waitlist: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/ACutAboveWaitlist
• The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub
• Lots of free resources on our website: www.thecutflowercollective.co.uk
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers
• Facebook Groups Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874
• Learn With The Cut Flower Collective https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnwiththecutflowercollective

We're back! It's been the busiest garden season but Andrea and Ashley are back with their tips for how to use the July harvest, fighting pests, July bouquets, herbs, preparing for fall gardens, and so much more.

Favorites:

Boggs Bag
Sun Buddy
Cetaphil Face Stick
Herb Drying Rack
Scape Salt Recipe
Growing Vegetables in the Northeast

Social Media:
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Ashley Kirnan
Tarry Grove
Andrea Burke

In this episode, Ashley and Andrea answer all of the questions about seed starting, cut flowers, chicken keeping, date nights, and more.

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Gladys Taber
Brooke Ligertwood's SEVEN

My guest is Alex Van Wingerden is the owner and CEO of Westland Floral, Gallup & Stribling Orchids and Alexander Ranch.  

Westland Floral traces its roots to the 17th century and the Cornelis Van Wingerden family of the Westland region of the Netherlands. For fifteen generations, the knowledge and passion for cultivating flowers, fruits, and vegetables under glasshouses have passed from one generation to the next.

The story of Westland Floral evolves into the 21st century with the journey of four Van Wingerden brothers to America in 1967. Lured by the promise of prosperity and the American dream, the “Dutch Brothers” came in search of farmland where they could cultivate a better life. The brothers brought with them their families, the spirit of entrepreneurship, horticultural knowledge, and a passion for farming.

Westland Floral  website - http://westlandfloral.com/, https://gallup-stribling.com/westlandfloral/ and https://alexanderranchinc.com/contact/sister-companies/

This episode is sponsored by UnitedAg,  one of the largest association health plans to offer healthcare to the agriculture industry of California and Arizona.  

Kirti Mutatkar, President and CEO of UnitedAg. Reach me kmutatkar@unitedag.org, www.linkedin.com/in/kirtimutatkar

UnitedAg's website - www.unitedag.org

The episode is also sponsored by 

Brent Eastman Insurance Services Inc. - https://brenteastman.com/

Blue Shield of California - https://www.blueshieldca.com/

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In this week's episode, Roz shares with you her top ten tips for making money as a flower farmer. Roz has been a flower farmer now for over 10 years, but it has been an eventful journey. Today Roz shares some of that journey with you. 

Topics covered in today's podcast:

• Why do you want to be a flower farmer?
• Are you transitioning from a corporate role or a career?
• Do you know which market you're going to serve?
• What is your product mix? 
• The brand is vital. It's you.
• Your marketing plan - what to include. 
• The financials.
• Competition - should you be worried?

Roz Chandler Resources:

• Lots of free resources on our website: www.thecutflowercollective.co.uk
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers  
• Facebook Groups Cut Flower Farming  - Growth and Profit in your business https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874
•  Learn With The Cut Flower Collective https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnwiththecutflowercollective

• A Cut Above Waitlist: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/ACutAboveWaitlist
• The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub
• Lots of free resources on our website: www.thecutflowercollective.co.uk
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers
• Facebook Groups Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874
• Learn With The Cut Flower Collective https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnwiththecutflowercollective

Welcome to this week's episode of The Cut Flower Podcast.  In the studio today I am joined by Roger Parsons of Roger Parsons Sweat Peas. 

Today we will be discussing;

• How Roger became interested in sweet peas -where did it all begin?
• Recommendations for sowing sweet peas.
• Roger's best tips for growing sweet peas
• Best varieties for cutting.
• Help for new sweet pea growers 

Roz Chandler Resources:

• Lots of free resources on our website: www.thecutflowercollective.co.uk
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers  
• Facebook Groups Cut Flower Farming  - Growth and Profit in your business https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874
•  Learn With The Cut Flower Collective https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnwiththecutflowercollective

 FACEBOOK GROUP: 

Roger Parsons Resources:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rpsweetpeas  
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roger_parsons_sweet_peas/ 
• Website: https://www.rpsweetpeas.com/

• A Cut Above Waitlist: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/ACutAboveWaitlist
• The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub
• Lots of free resources on our website: www.thecutflowercollective.co.uk
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers
• Facebook Groups Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874
• Learn With The Cut Flower Collective https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnwiththecutflowercollective

Flowers. Frasier. Fun. They're elements that make a good blueprint. Plus, an re-introduction to the oft-maligned Brussel sprout, and later, a trip to '90s St Petersburg with writer Maria Tumarkin.

Roz Chandler started her flower farming business ten years ago. This podcast is for you if you want to learn more about growing your own cut flowers. Roz will cover various subjects including setting a patch, your soil, manure and compost, seeds and germination, perennials and biannuals, foliage, and so much more.

In this episode, Roz shares her top recommendations for tulips in your cutting patch. Of course, a lot depends on why you are growing them and what you want to achieve. Tulips are a splash of colour and cheer us all up at the end of the winter. 

Connect with Roz Chandler: 

Website

Join my Facebook group: Cut Flower Collective

Thank you for listening. I’d love it if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review or rating. 

• A Cut Above Waitlist: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/ACutAboveWaitlist
• The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub
• Lots of free resources on our website: www.thecutflowercollective.co.uk
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers
• Facebook Groups Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874
• Learn With The Cut Flower Collective https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnwiththecutflowercollective

Why do you want a cutting patch? Where will you put it? What is important to you in your cutting garden? 

Roz Chandler started her flower farming business ten years ago. This podcast is for you if you want to learn more about growing your own cut flowers. Roz will cover various subjects including setting a patch, your soil, manure and compost, seeds and germination, perennials and biannuals, foliage, and so much more.

In this episode, Roz discusses creating a cut flower patch by sharing a simple step-by-step guide. She covers aspect, soil, and planning your cutting patch.  Roz also reveals her top annuals and perennials to grow in your patch.

Connect with Roz Chandler: 

Website

Join my Facebook group: Cut Flower Collective

Thank you for listening. I’d love it if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review or rating.

• A Cut Above Waitlist: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/ACutAboveWaitlist
• The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub
• Lots of free resources on our website: www.thecutflowercollective.co.uk
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers
• Facebook Groups Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874
• Learn With The Cut Flower Collective https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnwiththecutflowercollective

Want to learn more about green manures and how they can help your cutting patch?

Roz Chandler started her flower farming business ten years ago. This podcast is for you if you want to learn more about growing your own cut flowers. Roz will cover various subjects including setting a patch, your soil, manure and compost, seeds and germination, perennials and biannuals, foliage, and so much more.

Green manures are fast-growing plants sown to cover bare soil. Often used in the cutting patch, their foliage smothers weeds and their roots prevent soil erosion. When dug into the ground while still green, they return valuable nutrients to the soil and improve soil structure.

You will learn: 

• The different types of green manure
• How to sow the seeds

Connect with Roz Chandler: 

Website

Join my Facebook group: Cut Flower Collective

Thank you for listening. I’d love it if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review or rating. 

• A Cut Above Waitlist: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/ACutAboveWaitlist
• The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub
• Lots of free resources on our website: www.thecutflowercollective.co.uk
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers
• Facebook Groups Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874
• Learn With The Cut Flower Collective https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnwiththecutflowercollective

Will you grow peonies as a cut flower?

Roz Chandler started her flower farming business ten years ago. This podcast is for you if you want to learn more about growing your own cut flowers. Roz will cover various subjects including setting a patch, your soil, manure and compost, seeds and germination, perennials and biannuals, foliage, and so much more.

Field Gate Flowers love peonies. As a crop for a flower farmer, we wish their season was longer. There is little doubt that peonies have a special place in the hearts of those who love their sheer beauty. Peonies are known to live over fifty years  - a heritage plant in every cutting patch. 

Peony plants offer big, fluffy, fragrant flowers in a wide range of colours, forms and sizes. These resilient, long-lived perennial bushes have a history of popularity as a garden plant.

You will learn:

• The top ten peonies you could grow in your cutting patch 
• How best to grow your peonies
• The characteristics of each so you can choose the right ones for your flower farm

Connect with Roz Chandler: 

Website

Join my Facebook group: Cut Flower Collective

Thank you for listening. I’d love it if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review or rating. 

• A Cut Above Waitlist: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/ACutAboveWaitlist
• The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub
• Lots of free resources on our website: www.thecutflowercollective.co.uk
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers
• Facebook Groups Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874
• Learn With The Cut Flower Collective https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnwiththecutflowercollective

How many different uses do herbs have?

Roz Chandler started her flower farming business ten years ago. This podcast is for you if you want to learn more about growing your own cut flowers. Roz will cover various subjects including setting a patch, your soil, manure and compost, seeds and germination, perennials and biannuals, foliage, and so much more.

Herbs generally refers to the leafy green or flowering parts of a plant (either fresh or dried), while spices are usually dried and produced from other parts of the plant, including seeds, bark, roots and fruits. They have a variety of uses including culinary, medicinal, and in some cases, spiritual. Roz explains why as a flower farmer she grows a large selection of them - mints, sage, borage, rosemary, and lemon balm. Easy to grow herbs add that something little extra to flower arrangements.

In this episode, Roz shares her top ten herbs.

Connect with Roz Chandler: 

Website

Join my Facebook group: Cut Flower Collective

Thank you for listening. I’d love it if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review or rating.

• A Cut Above Waitlist: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/ACutAboveWaitlist
• The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub
• Lots of free resources on our website: www.thecutflowercollective.co.uk
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers
• Facebook Groups Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874
• Learn With The Cut Flower Collective https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnwiththecutflowercollective

Confused about muck manure and how best to use it? 

Roz Chandler started her flower farming business ten years ago. This podcast is for you if you want to learn more about growing your own cut flowers. Roz will cover various subjects including setting a patch, your soil, manure and compost, seeds and germination, perennials and biannuals, foliage, and so much more.

Manure is mainly produced from animal waste and is a great product to use as a fertiliser and therefore improves soil fertility. You will need both manure and compost for your cutting patch - what to use, when and how. Roz discusses all you need to know about muck. Join us on this mucky journey!

You will learn: 

• Why you should compost 
• The benefits of composting 
• What to compost and what not to compost
• How to compost and turn it effectively 

Connect with Roz Chandler: 

Website

Join my Facebook group: Cut Flower Collective

Thank you for listening. I’d love it if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review or rating. 

• A Cut Above Waitlist: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/ACutAboveWaitlist
• The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub
• Lots of free resources on our website: www.thecutflowercollective.co.uk
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers
• Facebook Groups Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874
• Learn With The Cut Flower Collective https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnwiththecutflowercollective

Roses are fabulous cutting flowers and a favourite of all. What is your favourite for your cutting patch?

Roz Chandler started her flower farming business ten years ago. This podcast is for you if you want to learn more about growing your own cut flowers. Roz will cover various subjects including setting a patch, your soil, manure and compost, seeds and germination, perennials and biannuals, foliage, and so much more.

Often cited as the UK's most loved garden flower, we have a rose for every occasion; climbers, bushes, and even standards. There is no better bloom than a David Austin traditional rose for scent and cutting.

In this episode, Roz discusses her favourite blooms. Dame Judi Dench, Queen of Sweden and Gertrude and Jekyll are a few that made the cut. 

Connect with Roz Chandler: 

Website

Join my Facebook group: Cut Flower Collective

Thank you for listening. I’d love it if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review or rating. 

• A Cut Above Waitlist: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/ACutAboveWaitlist
• The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub
• Lots of free resources on our website: www.thecutflowercollective.co.uk
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers
• Facebook Groups Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874
• Learn With The Cut Flower Collective https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnwiththecutflowercollective

Do you have questions about sweet peas? Roz provides all the answers in this podcast. 

Roz Chandler started her flower farming business ten years ago. This podcast is for you if you want to learn more about growing your own cut flowers. Roz will cover various subjects including setting a patch, your soil, manure and compost, seeds and germination, perennials and biannuals, foliage, and so much more.

Perfect for picking, fragrant sweet peas are easy to grow and come in a range of beautiful colours. What’s not to love about these beautiful cutting flowers? No cutting patch is complete without the British favourite, Sweet Peas. They grow, cut, and come again in bloom. 

In this episode, Roz shares her favourite Sweet Peas. You will learn: 

• Should you pick sweet peas.
• Can you grow sweet peas in a pot. 
• Which variety of sweet pea to grow
• How you should water sweet peas

Always known as the flower of scents - Roz highly recommends you consider these in your cutting patch.

Resources mentioned in the show: 

Sweet peas masterclass is available here.

Thank you for listening. I’d love it if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review or rating. 

Connect with Roz Chandler: 

Website

Join my Facebook group: Cut Flower Collective

• A Cut Above Waitlist: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/ACutAboveWaitlist
• The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub
• Lots of free resources on our website: www.thecutflowercollective.co.uk
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers
• Facebook Groups Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874
• Learn With The Cut Flower Collective https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnwiththecutflowercollective

Why is foliage in a cutting garden important? 

Roz Chandler started her flower farming business ten years ago. This podcast is for you if you want to learn more about growing your own cut flowers. Roz will cover various subjects including setting a patch, your soil, manure and compost, seeds and germination, perennials and biannuals, foliage, and so much more.

In this episode, your host, Roz Chandler, shares her recommendations for growing foliage in your cutting patch. Useful and practical advice is given.  Foliage refers to the leafy parts of a tree or plant and is often overlooked in a cutting garden. Roz explains why we need to plan in advance to have enough foliage.

You will learn: 

• The top ten foliages you could grow in your cutting patch 
• The characteristics of each one and how best to grow them 
• How each foliage is best used in your arrangements 

Connect with Roz Chandler: 

Website

Join my Facebook group: Cut Flower Collective

Thank you for listening. I’d love it if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review or rating.

• A Cut Above Waitlist: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/ACutAboveWaitlist
• The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub
• Lots of free resources on our website: www.thecutflowercollective.co.uk
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers
• Facebook Groups Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874
• Learn With The Cut Flower Collective https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnwiththecutflowercollective