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The Dirt on Flowers
Learn from our mistakes as we talk business, marketing, and growing techniques to help you create the farm of your dreams. So, let's roll up our sleeves and get the dirt on flowers!
Episodes
The Dirt on FlowersEP 209: Tulip Deep Dive
In this episode, Lyndsay and Shannon share their experiences navigating the financial and operational challenges of tulip farming amid rising costs, tariffs…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 208: Uncut Week 38
Lyndsay and Shannon share real moments from their flower farms, including hosting a popular permanent jewelry pop-up and their annual Design and Dine event…
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EP 207: 5 Ways to Make Money before the end of the year
In this episode, Lyndsay and Shannon share candid insights on navigating the fall season as flower farmers. They discuss creative ways to boost year-end…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 206: Uncut Week 37
In this episode of The Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon, the flower-farming duo shares candid updates on farm life, from vacation stories to dahlia woes and…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 205: How to Launch a Successful Early Bird CSA
Lyndsay and Shannon share actionable strategies for launching a successful CSA early bird campaign. They discuss the importance of timing, creating urgency…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 204: Uncut Week 36
Shannon hosts solo while Lyndsay is on vacation, joined by Judd, her supportive "hype guy." They discuss coping with drought in Northeast Ohio, prepping fall…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 203: Are you in a CSA slump?
In this episode, Lyndsay and Shannon discuss strategies for overcoming the mid-season “CSA slump” in flower subscription programs. They share insights on…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 202: Uncut Week 35
In this episode of "The Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon," the hosts share an honest, unscripted chat about the realities of flower farming. They discuss the…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 201: The Best Thing You'll Ever Do for Your Business
In this episode of "Dirt on Flowers," Lyndsay and Shannon discuss the vital role of education in flower farming and business growth. They share personal…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 200: Uncut Week 34
Join Shannon and Lyndsay at their midweek catch up. They are chatting about their events that they had this past weekend. Lyndsay talks about the new dinner…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 199: How to Get Your Emails Seen & Opened with Angie Machado
In this episode of "The Dirt on Flowers," hosts Lyndsay and Shannon welcome email marketing expert Angie Machado to discuss why email marketing is essential…
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EP 198: Uncut Week 33
In this episode of "The Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon," share about the crops they are patiently waiting to bloom and the zinnias that they are enjoying this…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 197: Sourcing Local Flowers with Ellen Frost
In this episode of "The Dirt on Flowers," hosts Lyndsay and Shannon interview Ellen Frost, founder of Local Color Flowers in Baltimore. Ellen shares her…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 196: Uncut Week 32
In this episode of "The Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon," the hosts share an honest, unscripted look at flower farming life. They discuss balancing work with…
The Dirt on FlowersEP: 195 Workshops that Work: Systems, Strategy & Scaling with Brittany Doyle
In this episode, Lyndsay and Shannon chat with Brittany Doyle, owner of Dahlia and Vine Flower Farm. Brittany shares her journey from neuro trauma physician’s…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 194: Uncut Week 31
Lyndsay and Shannon share what has been going on at their arms this week. Lyndsay talks about her U-Pick event this past weekend, how she is trying something…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 193: Kelly Shore the Floral Source
In this episode of "The Dirt on Flowers," Lyndsay and Shannon interview Kelly Shore, founder of The Floral Source. Kelly shares her 25-year journey from flower…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 192: Uncut Week 30
Lyndsay and Shannon share an honest, unscripted chat about their recent busy weekends, including Lyndsay’s Floral Foundations workshop and Shannon’s flower…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 191: Growing Cool Flowers with Lisa Mason Ziegler
In this episode of "The Dirt on Flowers," hosts Lyndsay and Shannon interview Lisa Mason Ziegler, renowned as the "cool flowers queen." Lisa shares her…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 190: Uncut Week 29
In this episode of "The Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon," the hosts share an honest, behind-the-scenes look at flower farming. They discuss the excitement and…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 189: The Power of Reviews
In this episode of "The Dirt on Flowers," Lyndsay and Shannon discuss the critical role of customer reviews in flower farming businesses. They share practical…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 188: Uncut Week 28
In this episode of "Uncut with Lyndsey and Shannon," the hosts—both flower farmers—reflect on their week around July 4th. Lyndsay opens up about the emotional…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 187: Sweet Pea School with Marryn Mathis
In this episode of "The Dirt on Flowers," co-hosts Lyndsay and Shannon welcome Marryn Mathis, owner of Farmhouse Flower Farm and author of "Sweet Pea School."…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 186: Uncut Week 27
In this episode, flower farmers Shannon and Lyndsay candidly discuss the realities of their work, from the chaos of returning after vacation to the ongoing…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 185: How to Plan Now for a Strong second Half of the Year
In this episode of "The Dirt on Flowers," Lyndsay and Shannon discuss strategies for flower farmers to navigate the second half of the year. They candidly…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 184: Uncut Week 26
Lyndsay and guest Shawn candidly discuss the realities of flower farming during a summer heat wave. They share adjustments made to protect crops, the…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 183: Then vs. Now: Our Perennial Journey (Replay + Reflection)
Lyndsay and Shannon revisit their early discussion on perennials, sharing how their knowledge and practices have evolved. Building on insights from EP 59, they…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 182: Uncut Week 25
In this episode of "Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon," the hosts share candid stories from their flower farms, including Shannon's chaotic experience with a…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 181: Tips and Tricks on "You Pick" Events
In this episode of "The Dirt on Flowers," Lyndsay and Shannon share their experiences organizing large-scale "you-pick" events. They discuss essential…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 180: Uncut Week 24
In this episode of Uncut hosts Lyndsay and Shannon share candid updates from their flower farms. They discuss Lyndsay’s recent name change, the impact of…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 179: Refocus, Reconnect and Embracing Change with Jessica Chase
In this episode of "The Dirt on Flowers," co-hosts Lyndsay and Shannon discuss the theme "Refocus and Reconnect: Building a Business That Loves You Back" with…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 178: Uncut Week 23
In this episode of "Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon," the hosts candidly discuss the ups and downs of flower farming. They share updates on their crops, weather…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 177: Profit-Driven Farming with Jenny Marks
In this episode, Lyndsay and Shannon welcome back Jenny Marks, a small-scale flower farmer from New York, to discuss "farming smarter, not harder." Jenny…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 176: Uncut Week 22
In this episode of "The Uncut," flower farmers Lyndsay and Shannon share an unfiltered look into their daily lives. They discuss the impact of unusual weather…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 175: Stop Playing Small - Creating confidence in pricing
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss the challenging topic of pricing flowers. They highlight that new flower farmers often struggle with valuing their time and…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 174: Uncut Week 21
In this episode of "Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon," the hosts candidly discuss the ups and downs of flower farming during a busy spring season. They…
The Dirt on FlowersEP: 173 Calculating the Leap: Quitting your 9-5
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss their transition from traditional 9 to 5 jobs to full-time farming. They share personal experiences of burnout and dissatisfaction…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 172: Uncut Week 20
In this episode of "Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon," the hosts share their experiences as flower farmers during the busy Mother's Day season. They discuss the…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 171: Transform Your Marketing with Expert Tips from Channing Muller
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss marketing strategies for small businesses with Channing Muller, an award-winning marketing consultant and founder of DCM…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 170: Uncut Week 19
In this episode of "Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon," they discuss the hectic week leading up to Mother's Day. They share personal anecdotes, including…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 169: Fire, Ready, Aim - Overcoming Indecision
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss the "fire, ready, aim" approach to decision-making in flower farming. They emphasize the importance of taking swift action rather…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 168: Uncut Week 18
In this podcast episode, flower farmers Lyndsay and Shannon engage in a candid discussion about their week on the farm. They cover the progress of their tulip…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 167: Embracing Your Enneagram Type with Jackie Brewster
In this episode, Lyndsay and Shannon discuss the Enneagram with certified coach Jackie Brewster. They explore how this personality typing system provides…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 166: Uncut Week 17
In this episode, Lyndsay and Shannon share their experiences with tulip farming during the spring season. They recount a successful but hectic Easter tulip…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 165: Spilling the Dirt on Coolers
Lyndsay and Shannon dive into the crucial topic of flower coolers. They discuss the significant benefits of having a cooler on a flower farm, such as reducing…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 164: Uncut Week 16
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss their experiences as flower farmers, focusing on the challenges of growing tulips and the impact of unpredictable weather. Lyndsey…
The Dirt on FlowersEP: 163: Is Your Farm Properly Insured? Essential Coverage for Agritourism with Keith Allen
Lyndsay and Shannon, along with insurance expert Keith Allen, discuss the critical importance of insurance for farmers, especially those involved in…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 162: Uncut Week 15
Lyndsay and Shannon share the unfiltered realities of flower farming. They discuss the humorous chaos of having chicks in the studio, the emotional challenges…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 161: Avoid these Flower Farming Pitfalls
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss common pitfalls in flower farming. They emphasize treating the farm as a business, managing finances wisely, and being prepared for…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 160: Uncut Week 14
In this episode of Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon they discuss transitioning from winter to the busy spring season. They share their struggles with getting…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 159: Understanding Agritourism Law with Attorney Robert Barga
Lyndsay and Shannon welcome attorney Robert Braga, to explore the legal intricacies of running a flower farm with a focus on agritourism. They discuss the…
The Dirt on FlowersEp 158: Uncut Week 13
In this episode of "Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon," they share candid updates from their farms. Shannon recounts the delayed arrival of workers due to customs…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 157: A Day in the Life of
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss their daily routines as flower farmers. They emphasize the importance of structured planning to manage the unpredictable nature of…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 156: Uncut Week 12
In this episode of "Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon," the flower farmers share candid updates from their farm. They discuss the positive impact of warmer…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 155: 10 Flowers to Grow in Your First Year
Lyndsay and Shannon share essential flower varieties for new farmers. They discuss ten must-grow flowers, emphasizing sunflowers, marigolds, and dahlias for…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 154: Uncut Week 11
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss recent weather events, including "muddy rain," and share personal updates about family milestones. They celebrate gaining new…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 153: 5 IG Strategies That Will Improve Your Local Business Visibility with Emily Connors
Lyndsay and Shannon are joined by Em Connors, a Canva verified expert and marketing mentor. The trio discusses actionable Instagram strategies to boost local…
The Dirt on FlowersEp 152: Uncut Week 10
In this episode of "Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon," discuss their recent experiences and challenges. They share the mixed reactions to a social media post…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 151: Is your perfectionism holding you back?
Lyndsay and Shannon delve into the topic of perfectionism and its impact on their industry. They share personal stories and challenges, emphasizing how the…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 150: Uncut Week 9
In this weeks uncut Shannon and Lyndsay answer "What are your “we could do without” things?" Lyndsay shares that she will be doing prom bouquets and how she is…