If you’re considering growing peonies for cut flowers, understanding your potential yield is essential for planning both your harvest and your profits. At Tanglebloom, we use practical experience and data to guide our planning—and you can too.
Read moreAre Peonies a Profitable Crop for Small Flower Farms?
If you’re considering adding peonies to your small flower farm, you probably want to know one thing first: are they worth it financially? From my experience at Tanglebloom Farm, the answer is a resounding yes—if you plan strategically.
Read moreHerbaceous, Tree, and Itoh Peonies: What’s the Difference?
If you’re a flower farmer or small-scale grower, knowing the types of peonies is essential for planning your farm, maximizing blooms, and managing care. Peonies come in three main types: herbaceous, tree, and Itoh (intersectional). Each has unique characteristics, and understanding them helps you choose the right varieties for your climate, garden, or cut flower business.
Read moreHow Much Space Should I Leave Between Peony Plants for Cut Flower Production?
If you’re planning a peony field for cut flowers, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is how far apart to plant your peonies. The right spacing sets your farm up for long-term success, better blooms, and easier harvesting.
From my experience at Tanglebloom Farm, generous spacing is always worth it. Peonies are perennials that can remain productive for 50+ years, so planning ahead will save you headaches later.
Read moreWhat type of soil do peonies need to thrive?
Peonies are beloved for their lush, fragrant blooms and incredible longevity—but they can also be a bit picky about where they’re planted. The secret to happy, healthy peonies starts underground, with the right soil conditions.
Here’s what you need to know to give your peonies the best possible start:
Read moreHow Many Years Does It Take for Peonies to Bloom After Planting?
If you’re planting peonies for the first time, one of the most common questions is: How long until peonies bloom?
The short answer: bare root peonies usually begin producing abundant flowers in their third year.
But what happens in years one and two makes all the difference for the health and productivity of your plants. Let’s look at the timeline more closely.
Read morePeony Farming: A Beginner’s Guide to Building a Profitable Crop
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So, you’re curious about peony farming—and wondering if it’s right for you. Whether you’re a new flower farmer, a homesteader, or a florist dreaming of your own patch of blooms, peonies can be a rewarding (and profitable) crop.
In this beginner-friendly guide, I’ll walk you through the basics of starting a peony farm—and how to do it in a way that sets you up for profit.
Read moreProfitable Peonies: How to Choose Varieties That Sell
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You may have heard that peonies are among the most profitable flowers you can grow—but here’s the truth: not all peonies are equally profitable.
Some varieties are reliable workhorses, while others are showstoppers with limited demand. Choosing wisely can mean the difference between steady sales and wasted field space.
In this article, we’ll cover how to choose profitable peony varieties for your flower farm or floral business.
Read moreIs Peony Farming Profitable? The Real Numbers Behind a Legacy Crop
If you’ve ever wondered, “Is peony farming profitable?” you’re not alone. This is one of the most common questions I hear from new and aspiring flower farmers. The short answer? Yes—but only if you understand how peonies fit into your farm’s business model.
In this guide, we’ll break down the startup costs, potential revenue, and what makes peonies one of the most reliable, profitable cut flowers you can grow.
Read moreGrowing Peonies for Profit: A Quick-Start Guide for Flower Farmers and Florists
Discover how to grow, harvest, and sell peonies for profit. This beginner-friendly guide is packed with tips for launching a profitable flower farm using this low-maintenance, high-value crop.
Read moreThe Ultimate Guide to Growing and Harvesting Peonies
It’s almost peony season, and I often receive questions from gardeners about growing these stunning flowers, so today, I’m answering the top ones. Read on for essential peony growing and harvesting tips!
Read moreGrowing Peonies with TANGLEBLOOM: The Backyard Bouquet Podcast
In This Episode You’ll Hear About:
Melissa’s journey to flower farming (00:02:30)
Starting a flower CSA (00:07:18)
Transition to agritourism and education (00:14:30)
Focus on peonies and perennials (00:17:23)
Agritourism and Glamping (00:22:48)
Niche Down to Peonies (00:26:11)
Lessons Learned and Challenges (00:33:00)
Peony Growing Tips (00:36:56)
Favorite Peony Varieties (00:42:57)
Controlling botrytis and other diseases (00:49:08)
Harvesting peonies and preventing thrips (00:57:52)
Relocating and dividing peonies (01:02:25)
Harvesting peonies in the first season (01:03:38)
Harvesting and Marketing Strategy (01:04:49)
Peony Course (01:07:44)
The Backyard Bouquet Podcast | Episode 25
What I Wish I Knew Before Starting a Flower Farm
While it's unrealistic to expect you won't make any mistakes, I hope you'll learn something valuable that saves you time, stress, and money.
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