Blooming Essentials: Top Perennials for Every Flower Farm
Aug 9, 2024
Explore the magical world of perennials with expert insights from a seasoned flower farmer. Discover the top ten must-have varieties that promise stability and beauty. Learn essential tips on propagation, care, and extending vase life for optimal bloom enjoyment. Uncover the characteristics of each flower, from the reliable Achillea to the versatile Chrysanthemum. This journey offers practical advice to enhance your flower farming or gardening experience, ensuring your garden stays vibrant all season long!
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Balancing Perennials and Annuals
Aim for perennials to comprise 65% of your flower stock for a sustainable flower farm.
Supplement with annuals for variety and to offer unique blooms.
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Growing Achillea
Sow Achillea annually for a continuous supply, as it can become unproductive by year three.
Achillea Pearl is a recommended variety with small, white flowers.
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Cultivating Lady's Mantle
Grow Lady's Mantle (Alchemilla Mollis) for its unique lime green color and prolific blooms.
Divide it every two to three years, as it grows into a large, heavy plant.
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Hello, flower lovers! It's Roz Chandler here, welcoming you to another delightful episode of The Cutflower Podcast. Today, I'm excited to take you on a tour of our farm's most cherished perennials. Over the years, we've honed our selection, and now I want to share the top perennials that make up the backbone of our farm. This episode is part one of a series where we delve into the beautiful and reliable plants that keep us blooming all season long.
Episode Summary
In this solo episode, Roz Chandler introduces us to the wonders of perennials on her flower farm. With 15 years of experience in flower farming, Roz highlights the importance of perennials, aiming to have them make up 65% of the farm's stock. She shares insights into the top ten perennials from A to G, including tips on propagation, vase life, and how to get the best out of each plant. From the reliable Achillea and striking Scabious to the versatile Chrysanthemums and the ever-popular Dahlias, Roz provides practical advice for both flower farmers and gardening enthusiasts.
Key Takeaways
Importance of Perennials: Perennials are a vital part of a sustainable flower farm, offering consistency and reliability.
Top Perennials: Discover the best perennials from Achillea to Geum, and why they are indispensable in any flower collection.
Propagation and Care: Learn how to propagate, care for, and extend the vase life of these beautiful blooms.
Practical Tips: From dividing plants to preventing slug damage, Roz shares her expert tips for keeping your flowers thriving.
Thank you for joining me on this botanical journey. Stay tuned for the next episode, where we continue exploring more wonderful perennials!
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