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Hello, and welcome to a rather special episode of our podcast! I’m Roz Chandler, and today I'm diving into a variety of questions posed by members of the Cut Flower Farming Growth and Profit Facebook group. We're here to address your biggest challenges and provide insights to help you grow and profit in your flower farming business.

Summary: In this episode, I tackle a wide range of topics from pricing strategies to scaling your business, and from choosing the right flowers to dealing with market competition. Whether you're a seasoned flower farmer or just starting out, there’s something here for everyone. We explore practical advice and tips on managing costs, optimising flower selection, and enhancing your business strategy to ensure profitability and growth.

Key Takeaways:

1. Effective Pricing Strategies: Understand your costs and value. Pricing isn’t just about covering costs but also about reflecting the value you offer to your customers.
2. Growing and Scaling Up: Focus on your market, choose high-yield and profitable crops, and plan your growing season to maximise productivity.
3. Community and Collaboration: Learn from others, work with local florists, and consider cooperative systems to share resources and market space.
4. Time Management: Balance working on your business versus in your business by using time blocking and seeking help during peak seasons.
5. Choosing the Right Flowers: Opt for

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• Flower Farmers Retreat 2024 (21 &22 September): https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/businessretreat2024
• 2024 Farm Day at Field Gate Farm (10 August): https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/farmvisit
• A Cut Above Waitlist:

• The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub
• Lots of free resources on our website: https://thecutflowercollective.co.uk/cut-flower-resources/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers
• Facebook Group 'Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business' https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874
• Facebook Group 'The Cut Flower Collection' https://www.facebook.com/groups/cutflowercollection

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Welcome to another exciting episode of our podcast! I’m delighted to welcome Bex Partridge, an inspirational author and floral designer. Bex shares her remarkable journey from corporate life to becoming a leading figure in the dried flower movement. As a huge fan of her work, I couldn't wait to dive into the story behind her beautiful creations.

Summary: Bex Partridge takes us through her unique path, highlighting how a passion for gardening evolved into a thriving business. From her early days helping in her mum's garden to discovering the charm of dried flowers, Bex’s story is both inspiring and relatable. She discusses how her experiences, particularly during lockdown, shaped her business and creative approach. Bex reveals her transition from corporate marketing to a full-time floral artist, emphasising the role of nature and seasonality in her work.

Key Takeaways:

1. Passion-Driven Career Change: Bex’s journey shows how following a genuine passion can lead to unexpected and fulfilling career paths.
2. The Beauty of Dried Flowers: Dried flowers offer a unique and lasting alternative to fresh blooms, serving as beautiful, sustainable home decor.
3. Nature as Inspiration: Regular immersion in nature significantly influences Bex’s creative process, resulting in designs that reflect the seasons and natural world.
4. Growing Techniques: Bex shares insights on growing and drying flowers, with specific tips on varieties like strawflowers and grasses that are perfect for dried arrangements.
5. Community and Workshops: The importance of community in her business is evident, as Bex enjoys hosting and participating in workshops and retreats to share her knowledge and connect with others.
6. Creative Projects: From writing books to creating stunning installations, Bex continuously pushes creative boundaries, showing the potential of dried flowers in various forms.

Join us as we explore

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• Flower Farmers Retreat 2024 (21 &22 September): https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/businessretreat2024
• 2024 Farm Day at Field Gate Farm (10 August): https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/farmvisit
• A Cut Above Waitlist: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/ACutAboveWaitlist
• The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub
• Lots of free resources on our website: https://thecutflowercollective.co.uk/cut-flower-resources/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers
• Facebook Group 'Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business' https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874
• Facebook Group 'The Cut Flower Collection' https://www.facebook.com/groups/cutflowercollection

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Welcome to The Cutflower Podcast. Today, I'm excited to delve into a topic that's recently captured my fascination: seed saving for cut flowers.

Episode Summary:

In this episode, I discuss the many benefits of seed saving, including the preservation of flower varieties, cost efficiency, and promoting sustainability. We explore different types of flowers suitable for seed saving, from open-pollinated to self-pollinating and cross-pollinating flowers. I also provide a step-by-step guide on how to save seeds effectively, from selecting the best flowers to proper storage techniques. Additionally, I address common challenges and offer practical solutions to ensure success in your seed-saving efforts.

Key Takeaways:

1. Why Save Seeds: Understand the importance of preserving heirloom varieties, reducing costs, and promoting biodiversity by saving your own seeds.
2. Types of Flowers for Seed Saving: Learn about open-pollinated, hybrid, self-pollinating, and cross-pollinating flowers, and how to choose the best types for beginners.
3. Steps to Save Seeds: Follow a detailed guide on selecting, collecting, cleaning, drying, and storing seeds to ensure successful seed saving.
4. Challenges and Solutions: Discover common challenges such as cross-pollination and disease, and how to address them with techniques like isolation and proper storage.
5. Beginner Tips: Get practical tips for beginners, including choosing easy-to-save annual flowers like marigolds, sunflowers, and zinnias, and the importance of proper labelling and record-keeping.
6. Isolation Methods: Explore various methods to prevent cross-pollination, such as using physical barriers, timed planting, hand pollination, and companion planting.

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• Proud sponsors of The Cutflower Podcast. Elevate your gift-giving game today at Brunchi.shop. Discover the perfect artisan gift at Brunchi.shop! From aromatherapy and candles to gemstones, jewelry, home & garden items, yoga supplies, and more, our eco-friendly treasures are sourced from around the world. Enjoy the convenience of worldwide delivery and find unique, thoughtful gifts for every occasion.
• This podcast episode is sponsored by First Tunnels, leaders in domestic and commercial product tunnels. We've helped extend the growing season for gardeners big and small...whether you're growing fruit and vegetables for you and your family or commercial crops, plants and fl

• Flower Farmers Retreat 2024 (21 &22 September): https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/businessretreat2024
• 2024 Farm Day at Field Gate Farm (10 August): https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/farmvisit
• A Cut Above Waitlist: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/ACutAboveWaitlist
• The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub
• Lots of free resources on our website: https://thecutflowercollective.co.uk/cut-flower-resources/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers
• Facebook Group 'Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business' https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874
• Facebook Group 'The Cut Flower Collection' https://www.facebook.com/groups/cutflowercollection