Ever wondered how a seed transforms into a work of art in a vase on your kitchen table? Join us at Wildly Native Flower Farm, where we peel back the petals of the floral industry, from our sustainable seed-to-dried-bloom cycle to the whimsy of wedding bouquets. This episode is a vibrant tapestry of stories and strategies, showing how we blend the raw beauty of nature with the grit required to run a successful flower farming operation.
As we tiptoe through the tulips, so to speak, we uncover the less-talked-about aspects of floral arrangements, including the delicate dance of hydration, the complexities of non-traditional materials like oasis moss, and the artful avoidance of toxicity in our bouquets. The secrets of shipping, rehydrating, and reviving blooms are shared, along with the seasonal intricacies that keep you—and your flowers—safe and stunning year-round. Whether you're a budding florist or an aficionado of all things flora, gain fresh insights into the care and craft that goes into every stem and leaf.
Pivoting to the hustle of the horticultural market, we share the thorns and roses of venturing into wholesale. From the surprise triumphs of unexpected crops to the local grower networks that keep our community rooted, this episode digs into the fertile ground of flower farming economics. Plus, we sprinkle in a few laughs over the occasional weed mistaken for a crop. It's a tale of business, blooms, and the occasional blunder—perfect for anyone interested in the flowering crossroads of agriculture and artistry.