Field & Garden

Living with dogs and a garden can be harmonious, but it takes some work, it doesn't just happen. Because my goldens have always been a big part of my public life, I get lots of questions about how I managed to get them to be so well trained in the garden.    I am sharing my dog stories and the wisdoms that have been shared with me. I was so fortunate to have connected with such gifted dog people t...

We are heading into the time of the year that folks start thinking it's to late to start seed, when in fact there is almost always seeds to be started. When we embrace annual seed starting fully--- both cool and warm season, the possibilities are endless.   Part of the secret sauce to a longer and easier season is to learn when to plant each group in your garden and to run with it!    Checkout: Wa...

Where does your mind go when you close your eyes? What do you see? I see where flower farming has led me and I'm so happy to be here. Steve and I are both owners of small businesses. Like all business owners we have worked so hard, made sacrifices, and kept our heads down and continued doing it even when we didn't want too.  Now, as we are entering the time of life that we can stop peddling quite...

Starting and being in business is overwhelming. Yep, it's true, the overwhelm doesn't just stop one day You have to decide to stop it and take control and make it happen. You are the only one that has that choice.   Add on top of starting and being in business, a flower farming business--- and it comes clear how so many new growers never make it out of the gate.   I tend to categorize folks pursui...

I was right there with you and the other 98% of the world trying to start seeds, failing and feeling defeated. I gave up and moved on to buying plants---but then I stumbled onto the a few simple steps to follow on seed starting and I literally became an overnight success. Well, maybe not a "success" out of the gate, but I began starting from seed and growing plants. I can't even tell you how rewar...

It all started for me soon after I married this biker dude that came with a heart of gold and a big vegetable garden. Adding a row of zinnias to the veggie patch to cut a few to take to my grandma in the nursing home literally opened the door to my love of a cutting garden. Whether you are a home gardener, budding or seasoned flower farmer, make some sweet stories to share and inspire you and othe...

I am so proud of the online course that I have created and published. As more and more styles of learning are becoming available I thought I'd share from the heart why I've developed our platform into what has become a medley of flower-industry leaders offering what is needed to start and expand a flower-based business in unlimited ways. I hope it shares a snapshot of what we offer and how it can...

Did you know that very early spring is your 2nd opportunity to plant Cool Flowers? Wait, what are Cool Flowers?? I'm talking about those cool-season hardy annuals that don't just tolerate cold, but thrive in these conditions. I'm sharing my tips on how to make it possible to get these spring blooming beauties in your garden and farm.

Have you ever considered how much being afraid is costing your business? Little did I understand that being afraid led me to chase shiny objects and it held me back from finding the meat and potatoes of my business for years. All because of my fear of being that "simple" field growing flower farmer on that little urban farm. Join me as I share how I believe each one of us brings our unique way to...

We are all in the same boat. Whether starting a flower farm, a podcast, or any other unfamiliar task—-it's the fear that holds us back. I know because I've been afraid to start this podcast! I'm sharing my experience and the encouragement to push past the fear.

My first episode y'all!!! As I am aligning my thoughts to share with you, I thought I would take you along as my season is already unfolding here. Do you peek under the row covers? I find it to be the scariest thing this farmer can do in mid-winter.  Links to my books mentioned: Cool Flowers about the cool-season hardy annuals. Vegetables Love Flowers about the 3-season cutting garden and successi...