The Blooming Garden

36. Tomato Growing - But Make it Simple

Today I’m joined by Lance Turner from Tomato Revolution (Wiltshire) — a proper tomato obsessive — and we break down what actually matters if you want strong plants and lo

35. Wholesale, Markets & Weddings All Mean Different Flowers

Wholesale, Markets & Weddings All Mean Different Flowers In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the biggest mistakes I see beginner cut flower farmers make: trying to

34. Growing Flowers Is Easy — But Customers Don’t Magically Appear

This isn’t about algorithms, dancing on Reels, or becoming someone you’re not.  It is about understanding what running a flower business actually involves. Here’s what w

33. Tomatoes — How to Start Seeds Early Season with Success

In this episode of The Blooming Garden Podcast, I’m breaking down how to start tomatoes properly for an early crop — and why most failures happen before the plants ever r

32. How to Grow Poppies Successfully (When to Sow, Where to Plant & Which Types to Choose)

In this episode, I’m diving into how to grow poppies properly — from sowing method to variety choice — and explaining why poppies are one of the easiest flowers to grow w

31. How to Price Your Flowers Properly - The Beginner’s Guide to Profitable Flower Farming

Most beginner flower farmers aren’t undercharging a little — they’re undercharging a lot, and usually without even realising it. In this episode, I break down exactly why

30. Profit, Pricing & Knowing Your Numbers - The Break-Even Formula Every Flower Business Needs

Hey flower friends — in today’s episode, I’m kicking off a brand-new mini series all about making money in your flower business… and more importantly, how to stop quietly

29. Seed Sowing for Beginners - Preventing Damping off

In this episode, I’m stripping things right back to basics — how to sow seeds successfully. Whether you’re new to gardening or just want better germination rates, this is

28. Autumn Sowing Secrets - Your Growing To-Do List for a Flower-Filled 2026

In this episode, I’m diving into one of the biggest game-changers for your growing season — autumn sowing. Forget the idea that autumn is the end of the gardening year; i

27. Finding Your Ideal Customer

When you’re growing for everyone… you’re really growing for no one. In this episode, I’m unpacking the power of finding your ICA — your Ideal Customer Avatar. This isn’t

26. How to Start Breeding Dahlias (Without Losing Your Mind)

What do you get when you cross patience, petals, and a little bit of chaos? Dahlia breeding. In this episode, I’m sharing the real process behind breeding your own dahli

25. Five Numbers Every Flower Farmer Should Know

If you’ve ever thought “I just need to grow more flowers” or “I don’t know if I’m charging enough” — this episode is for you. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the f

24. AI for Your Flower Business - Chat GPT Prompts Every Beginner Needs

Are you a flower farmer or florist staring at a blank screen trying to write your website, social posts, or emails? AI tools like ChatGPT can help — but only if you use t

23. Cut Flower Secrets - When to Harvest & How to Condition for the best Vase Life

In this episode, I’m getting into the not-so-sexy but absolutely essential topic of flower conditioning — what it is, why it matters, and how to do it properly. Whether y

22. Succession Sowing 101

Ever wonder how some gardeners already have armfuls of colour while you’re still rummaging for your seed trays? It’s not magic — it’s timing. And in this episode, I’m pul

21. Snapdragon Secrets for Long, Straight, Florist-Grade Stems

Snapdragons might look sweet and cottagey, but don’t be fooled — these are serious cut flower powerhouses. In this episode, I’m diving into everything you need to know t

20. The Florist’s Guide to Finding Dream Clients

Sick of posting “Bookings now open!” and hearing nothing but crickets? This episode is your wake-up call. I’m breaking down how to actually attract better clients to your

19. The Florist’s Guide to Building a Website That Sells While You Sleep

In this week’s episode, I’m diving into a topic many florists and flower farmers put off for far too long: your website. Not just having one — but making sure it actually

18. Top 10 Foliage Plants Every Flower Farmer Should Grow

Welcome to the Blooming Garden Podcast — the go-to space for aspiring and established flower farmers who want to grow beautiful blooms and build a thriving business. In

17. Sowing in the Sunshine: The Smart Grower’s Shortcut to Next Year’s Blooms

Summer might look like the end of the flower farming season — but for those of us in the know, it’s actually when the real magic starts happening in the seed trays. In t