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Katie from Grown by Lightning Hollows and Sarah from Quayle Cottage; two Aussie flower-farming friends chatting business and blooms.
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- 2 days ago1h 1m
35. September Wrap Up: Out with Ranunculus, in with Dahlias, & Starting Summer Annuals
In this episode, Sarah and Katie share their latest farm updates, discuss the impact of heat on flowering, and explore pest management strategies for the upcoming season.Follow us on Instagram:@bloommatespodcast @grown_by_lightninghollows @quayle.cottageThings we mention a lot:Florlist.com - the online availability platform we use to take florist orders@harvest_flowermarket - the local flower hub connecting growers and floristsHighsun Express - bulk seed supplier Ball Australia - wholesale seedling/seed/plant supplier (hear us talk in detail about Ball on episode 26)Weird crops we mention a lot that you may not know how to spell:Silene vulgarisSalpiglossisNicotianaPhloxMonardaMuscari
- 1 weeks ago40 min
34. A Visit to Three Dogs Flower Farm: New Rented Land and a Love of Perennials
In this episode, Casey from Three Dogs Flower Farm shares her plans for her new rented one acre market garden including on farm events and subscription boxes. She aslo shares insights into her farm operations, seed and dahlia tuber production, and some of her favourite perennials including Windflowers, Silene vulgaris, and Rudbeckia triloba. Find Casey here:@threedogsflowerfarm@hendogfarmhttps://threedogsflowerfarm.com.au/Follow us on Instagram:@bloommatespodcast @grown_by_lightninghollows @quayle.cottageThings we mention a lot:Florlist.com - the online availability platform we use to take florist orders@harvest_flowermarket - the local flower hub connecting growers and floristsHighsun Express - bulk seed supplier Ball Australia - wholesale seedling/seed/plant supplier (hear us talk in detail about Ball on episode 26)Weird crops we mention a lot that you may not know how to spell:Silene vulgarisSalpiglossisNicotianaPhloxMonardaMuscari
- 2 weeks ago1h 49m
33. Chaotic Ramblings with Luen's Flowers: Urban Farming, Roadside Stand & Compost with Luke
In this episode, Katie and Sarah join Luen on her new farm for a catch up over a glass of wine and views of her spring flowers. Luen shares her journey of farm downsizing, plans for her roadside stand, and establishing her new flower farm. She discusses practical tips for crop planning, moving farms, and optimising small-scale flower production. Luke joins for segment on hot composting techniques, farm management, and how he and Luen manage disagreements about the farm.Follow us on Instagram:@luensflowers @bloommatespodcast @grown_by_lightninghollows @quayle.cottageThings we mention a lot:Florlist.com - the online availability platform we use to take florist orders@harvest_flowermarket - the local flower hub connecting growers and floristsHighsun Express - bulk seed supplier Ball Australia - wholesale seedling/seed/plant supplier (hear us talk in detail about Ball on episode 26)
- 3 weeks ago53 min
32. Summer Crop Plan Debrief
Flower farmers Katie and Sarah share their crop plans for the upcoming summer/autumn season including a mix of annuals and flowering perennials. They touch on their goals for this season that helped guide them when planning as well as some growing and sowing techniques for warm weather.
- Sep 7, 20261h 26m
31. Inside the World of Zinnia Breeding, Seed Production & Biodynamics with Robin from Transition Farm
Robin from Transition Farm shares her journey from vegetable farming to seed production, emphasizing the importance of biodynamic practices, soil health and seed sovereignty. Discover how her farm adapts to climate challenges as well as the additional tax that seed growing puts on the soil and how Robin combats this. In this episode, Robin shares how she began seed breeding, the benefits of biodynamic practices, and insights into growing resilient, vibrant flowers like zinnias. Discover how regional seed production and sustainable practices can transform flower farming.TRANSITION FARM DEVELOPED ZINNIAShttps://transitionfarm.com/collections/transition-farm-developed-zinniasTRANSITION FARM SEED RAISING MIX RECIPEhttps://transitionfarm.com/blogs/growing-resources/transition-farm-seed-raising-mixSTAND UP SOIL BLOCKERLadbrooke stand up soil blocker 1.5" 20https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BUV4OOK?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback
- Aug 31, 20261h 18m
30. We're Back! Winter Wrap Up: Big Projects, Winter Flowers & Mulch Film Update
Bioplastic Mulch Film: https://ausbioplas.com.au/products/biodegradable-mulch-film?srsltid=AfmBOoqSEEdTp4npUzMW_rN89aU0uujdUPlNaTLUAMeterJeKXWZ-hZsBlogpost about the Florlist platform update: https://www.quaylecottage.com.au/blog/florlist-overview
- May 25, 20261h 30m
29. Summer/Autumn Wrap Up: New Tools, Direct Sowing & Mother's Day
In this episode, Sarah and Katie share their season wrap-up, discuss challenges like weeds and weather, and share practical tips on DIY tools (the wire weeder), using bio plastic mulch, planting, direct sowing, and pest management. They reflect on their successes, failures, and plans for the next season, offering valuable insights for fellow flower farmers and gardeners.
- May 11, 202647 min
28. Top 5 Dahlias for Cut Flowers (According To Our Podcast Guests)
This episode is a dahlia lover’s dream. Katie and Sarah asked each guest from this season of the podcast to share their top 5 favourite dahlias for cut flower production, then compiled all the answers (as well as their own) into one big list of Australian grower favourites.From tried-and-true classics to newer releases, a few tissue culture varieties from Ball Australia, and even a few that haven’t quite hit the market yet, this episode covers more than 30 cultivars that flower farmers across Australia are loving right now. Whether you’re growing on a tiny patch or a large-scale farm, there’s plenty of inspiration for your wish list ahead of tuber sale season!Featured growers & their picks:Luen (@luensflowers) Coorabell Astrid, Bracken Palomino, Coorabell Texas, Boundary Snowflake, Kotare Buttermilk. Honourable mention: Devon SeattleJen (@southernhighlandsflowerfarm) Fancy Pants, Penhill Watermelon, Lileah Pink Petticoats, Darbro Barton A25, Florelie Cosmic RomanceKate (@bushy.blooms) Portlight Pair Beauty, Orange Stone, Yellow Quartz, Coorabell Astrid, Winkie RhubarbMardi (@qcflowerfarm) Queen Vic Life on Mars, Serenade Rosa, Serenade Fairylights, QC Hot Mess (working title), Coorabell EmmaSarah (@quayle.cottage) Everbloom First Dance, Florelie Antique, Everbloom Lioness, Everbloom Rockmelon, Sheila, Boundary Snowflake.Katie (@grown_by_lightninghollows) Carlos Watermelon, Winkie Truffle, Bracken Palomino, Florelie Lizzie Lou, XanZu Bek, Devon Salmon. Honourable mentions: Pink Quartz, Florelie Flamingo, Coorabell Moonglow
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