The Details of Dahlias: Diversity, Hybridization, and Growth
Flower Discoveries: Go-To Apps for Growing and Scheduling
If you haven’t seen it yet, Team Flower Member Derek Woodruff wrote an article on how to use 46 & Spruce’s DIY Floral Grid. Amanda was so impressed that she bought one, used it once, and decided to purchase more to give as gifts! You’ll also hear from Jesse about a couple of super cool apps. One is especially for growers that helps you determine how much fertilizer you might need to add called Fertilizers Calculator. The other is for anyone who needs to plan—FantastiCal!
Special Guest: LeeAnn Huber of Coseytown Flowers
Today, Kelly is chatting with LeeAnn Huber all about Dahlias. What a treat! One would definitely call LeeAnn an expert grower of these sunburst blooms—and whether you’re a designer, a grower, or a wholesaler, you are bound to hear something new!
LeeAnn is talking about seeds versus tubers and she’s sharing in detail how the process of hybridization works. You’ll hear about the various types and forms of dahlias as well as a short list of the dahlias you must grow. And, of course, what is a Team Flower Podcast without a bit of inspiration along with education? This week, it comes in the form of how florist can support their local farmers, what it looks like to pause in your business’s growth to bloom yourself, and how to give and receive grace within a partnership. Listeners, this episode is loaded!
LeeAnn is the owner of Coseytown Flowers. Coseytown (available on Instagram and Facebook) is a flower farm specializing in introducing new, rare, and in-demand dahlias across the US and Canada (new!). Dahlia tuber and seed sales will begin January 2021!
Managing Business Relocation
Myca Sturtevant, Team Flower Member and owner of Whirly Girl Flowers, has moved her business from the East Coast to out West and she’s had two children since starting her floral business. She’s pretty much an expert when it comes to transitions, and she’s here to share a few pointers on managing business relocation in case you ever find yourself in the same situation!
