Viburnum nudum ‘Winterthur’ is an easy-to-grow native producing striking dark blue berries on red stems with glossy green foliage that turns a glossy burgundy in September and October.
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
Perennial Campanula for Cutting and Arranging
This perennial campanula is a cottage garden classic that looks like it belongs in a fairytale, and is virtually pest and disease free.
Read moreHow to Divide Geum Plants for Cut Flowers
Geum are a compact perennial producing semi-double blooms in early summer. Cut flower stem length ranges from 15-18” making Geum a wonderful accent for floral arrangements. Hardy in zones 5-9, they need to be divided every 2-3 years to remain vigorous. Here’s how to divide your Geum plants quickly and easily.
Read moreWhat 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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