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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 149: Small Hinges, Swing Big Doors
Lyndsay and Shannon explore the theme "small hinges swing big doors," emphasizing how small, consistent actions can lead to significant changes in flower…
The Dirt on FlowersEP 148: Uncut Week 8
Lyndsay and Shannon share candid stories about their experiences, particularly during the busy Valentine's Day period. They discuss the challenges of flower…
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EP 147: Farming: Where Flowers Bloom, Self-Care Dies?
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss the challenges and realities of flower farming. They emphasize the importance of self-care, setting boundaries, and managing…
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EP 146: Uncut Week 7
In the podcast episode "Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon," Lyndsay shares her experiences from a recent agritourism conference, highlighting the differences…
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EP 145: Creating Boundaries for your Business
Lyndsay and Shannon introduce their "Flourish February" theme, focusing on self-love and thriving in farming. They discuss the importance of setting boundaries…
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EP 144: Uncut Week 6
Lyndsay and Shannon share an unfiltered glimpse into their lives and farms. They discuss their current activities, frustrations, and plans for the upcoming…
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EP 143: The Dirt on Peonies with Dave Dowling
In the final episode of January crop deep dive series, hosts Lyndsay and Shannon are joined by guest expert Dave Dowling to discuss peonies. Reflecting on…
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EP 142: The Dirt on Celosia with Michelle Elston
Lyndsay and Shannon welcome guest Michelle from Roots Cut Flower Farm to discuss the realities of flower farming. They share their experiences with weather…
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EP 141: The Dirt on Sunflowers with Sunflower Steve Kaufer
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss the challenges and triumphs of farming, with a focus on sunflowers. They introduce Steve Robert, known as "Sunflower Steve," who…
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EP 140: Growing Lisianthus with Dave Dowling
Lyndsay and Shannon, co-hosts from Wildflower Company and Bloom Hill Farm, welcome expert guest Dave Dowling to discuss the cultivation of Lisianthus. They…
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EP 139: Interview with Linda D'Arco from Ampersand Bulb Co.
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss their recent wreath workshops, navigating weather challenges and vendor communication issues. They introduce Linda D'Arco from…
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EP 138: Q4-ish Review with Shawn Mercer
Lyndsay and Shannon reflect on their past year in flower farming with special guest Shawn Mercer, focusing on the challenges and successes of their wreath…
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EP 137: The Journey of a Chrysanthemum Grower Brian Kanotz of King's Mums
Lyndsay and Shannon welcome Brian Kanotz from Kings Mums. Brian, with over 20 years of professional growing experience, shares his journey from childhood…
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EP 136: The 2025 Cut List
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss their flower farming experiences and plans for 2025. They reflect on the challenges and successes they've faced, focusing on which…
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EP 135: Our Favorite Things
Lyndsay and Shannon share their favorite tools and products that enhance their farming and personal lives. They discuss practical items like soil knives and…
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EP 134: Do these 5 things before the end of the year
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss essential year-end business practices for farmers. They start with a light-hearted chat about holiday preparations before diving…
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EP 133: Spilling the Dirt on Managing a Flower Farm During Fall's Busy Transition
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss the complexities of managing flower farms during the busy fall season. They share their strategies for prioritizing tasks, managing…
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EP 132: The evolution of Sunny Meadows Flower Farm with Gretel Adams
Lyndsay and Shannon chat with Gretel Adams, co-owner of Sunny Meadows Flower Farm in Columbus, Ohio. They discuss the realities of flower farming, especially…
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EP 131: Discover the Insiders: Learn How You Can Benefit From Joining
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss how "The Insiders," launched nearly two years ago. They share insights on flower farming and the supportive environment within the…
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EP: 130 Growing in Low Tunnels with Jennifer Rall
Lyndsay and Shannon chat with Jen from Jen's Flower Garden in Marysville, Ohio. They delve into the benefits and practicalities of using low tunnels in flower…
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EP 129: Blooms and Doom: Hilarious Misadventures in Flower Farming
In this "spooky edition" episode, co-hosts Lindsay from Wildflower Company and Shannon from Bloom Hill Farm, host three special guest to share horror stories…
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EP 128: How Mistakes Shape Our Flower Farming Journey
Lyndsay and Shannon dive into the realities of flower farming. They discuss the challenges of dealing with unexpected frosts, the emotional ups and downs of…
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EP 127: From Soil to Storage: Mastering the Art of Dahlia Digging
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss the challenges of fall flower farming, focusing on digging dahlias and winter preparations. Recorded in late September, they…
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EP 126: Why Your Farm Needs a Website With Alix Northrup
Lyndsay and Shannon welcome branding expert Alix Northrup, they discuss the essential role of having a website for farming businesses. They share personal…
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EP 125: Mythbusting Social Media Trends
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss their six-year collaboration in growing their flower farms into six-figure businesses. They candidly address the complexities and…
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EP 124: Spillin' the Dirt: From Date Nights to CSA Bouquets
Lyndsay and Shannon share experiences with flower workshops, date nights on the farm, and managing a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. She…
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EP 123: From Engineer to Crops: Andrea McAdow's Path to Building a Thriving Farm Business in Arizona
Lyndsay and Shannon respectively, engage in a vibrant discussion with Andrea McAdow of Rosebird Farms. Andrea shares her journey from civil engineering to…
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EP 122: Defining What Success Means to You
This week Lyndsay and Shannon explore the evolving nature of success in flower farming and personal growth. They discuss the challenges of defining success…
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EP 121: Don't Let "Dream Destroying Deborah" Hold You Back: Embrace Your Marigolds!
Shannon and Lyndsay revisit their popular episode "Finding Your Marigold," inspired by Jennifer Gonzales' article. They discuss the importance of surrounding…
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EP 120: Spillin' the Dirt on Lisianthus
This week Lyndsay and Shannon delve into their flower farming experiences, focusing on Lisianthus, affectionately called "Lizzie." They share personal stories…
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EP 119: Q2-ish Review
Lyndsay and Shannon review their second quarter (Q2) from May to July. They discuss the challenges of unpredictable weather, the emotional ups and downs of…
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EP 118: Entrepreneurial Mindset with Julia Shanks - The Farmers Office
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss the business aspects of flower farming with Julia Shank, author of "The Farmer's Office." They emphasize the importance of…
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EP 117: Wreaths, Workshops, and Winter: Unlocking Holiday Success in Flower Farming
In this podcast episode, Lyndsay and Shannon share their experiences and insights on running profitable flower farms. They discuss the importance of strategic…
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EP 116:Spill the dirt- Harvest timing & efficiencies
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss the challenges of running flower farms in early July. They tackle the pressures of summer heat, irrigation, and wedding bookings…
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EP 115: Blooms, Challenges, and Resilience with Shanti of Whipstone Farm
Lyndsay and Shannon are joined by Shanti from Whipstone Farm. They discuss the challenges of flower farming, including weather-related issues and the impact on…
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EP: 114 Our Favorite Online Tools
Lyndsay and Shannon share their journey of growing their farms into six-figure businesses. They discuss the challenges of irrigation and crop management during…
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EP 113: Breaking the Mold of Traditional Flower Farming with Laura Beth Resnick
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss their flower farming experiences, focusing on challenges like weather conditions, crop failures, and color preferences for wedding…
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EP 112: The Heavy Cost of Staying in your Comfort Zone
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss the challenges posed by the Ohio heatwave on their farms and the measures they are taking to mitigate its effects. They emphasize…
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EP 111: Blooming Beyond Borders: A Conversation with Canadian Flower Farmer Janis Smith-Harris
Lyndsay and Shannon chat with Janis Smith-Harris, a Canadian cut flower farmer from Harris Flower Farm in Saint Thomas, Ontario. Janis shares her journey from…
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EP 110: 7 Characteristics of a Resilient Farmer
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss the challenges of flower farming, emphasizing the importance of resilience. They share insights on coping with weather impacts, the…
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EP 109: Our Q1-ish Reviews
This week Lyndsay and Shannon share the gritty realities of flower farming. They discuss the intense challenges faced during the first quarter, from staffing…
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EP 108: Mastering Tulips with Linda D’Arco & Emily von Trapp
Lyndsay and Shannon are joined by Emily Von Tapp of von Trapp Flowers and Linda D'Aarco of Little Farmhouse Flowers to discuss their experiences in flower…
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EP 107 : Workshop Series (Part 3 Marketing your Workshops)
Lyndsay and Shannon share their expertise on marketing strategies for farm-based workshops. They discuss the importance of understanding the target audience…
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EP 106: Workshop Series (Part 2 Pricing Strategies)
In this podcast episode, Lyndsay and Shannon, share their expertise on pricing strategies for farm workshops and events. They discuss cost-plus, hourly-based…
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EP 105: Workshop Series (Part 1-Planning)
In this podcast episode, Shannon and Lyndsay share their passion for hosting various workshops on their farms, from flower crown making to Christmas wreath…
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EP 104: The FSA Lowdown with Amanda Sargent
In this episode Lyndsay and Shannon are joined by Amanda Sergeant from the Farm Service Agency (FSA). They discuss the FSA's programs and services, emphasizing…
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EP 103: Knowing your Critical Number
In this episode Lyndsay and Shannon share their insights on tulip farming and the broader aspects of running a flower farming business. They emphasize the…
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EP 102: Mental Prep - Forcing Tulips and Endless House chores
In this podcast episode, Lyndsay and Shannon discuss the mental and logistical preparations for the upcoming growing season. They explore the excitement and…
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Ep 101: Running a Profitable U-Pick with Loretta Ball
Lyndsay and Shannon interview Loretta Ball, owner of The Never Ending Flower Farm. They discuss the unique aspects of running a u-pick flower farm, including…
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EP 100: Our Most Memorable Moments
In the 100th episode of their podcast, Shannon and Lyndsaycelebrate their journey as farmers and podcast hosts. They share behind-the-scenes stories, reflect…
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EP 99 : Aunt Willie's Wild Flowers with Linda Doan
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss the intricacies of flower farming with special guest Linda Doan. They share their personal journeys, the challenges of maintaining…
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EP 98: Why branding matters with Alix Northrup
Lyndsay and Shannon, welcome guest Alix Northrup, a freelance illustrator delve into the intricacies of branding for businesses. They discuss the comprehensive…
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EP 97 : Finding your Customer Avatar with Corinna Bench of My Digital Farmer
Lyndsay and Shannon welcome Corina Bench from My Digital Farmer. Corina shares her journey in applying online marketing strategies to her farm, Shared Legacy…
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EP 96 : 6 Symptoms of Fear in Flower Farming
Lyndsay and Shannon engage in a heartfelt discussion about the role of fear in their lives as flower farmers and business owners. They explore the different…
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EP 95 : Digging into SEO with Julia Bocchese
Lyndsay and Shannon discuss SEO strategies with guest Julia Bocchese, an SEO consultant for agriculture and horticulture businesses. They cover the importance…
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EP 94: Wedding Consults 101
Lyndsay and Shannon dive into the intricacies of wedding consultations for their flower businesses. They discuss strategies for acquiring leads, managing…
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EP 93: 5 Things to do now for your best year!
In this podcast episode, Lyndsay and Shannon share their flower farming insights and advice. They reflect on their business growth, the importance of honest…
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EP 92 : Master Growing in a High Tunnel with Tracey & Matt Parriman
Shannon and Lyndsay are chatting with Tracey & Matt Parriman this week about how they use their high tunnels. They are going to share with you how and why they…
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EP 91: So You Want a High Tunnel? Part 2
In the second part of this podcast Lyndsay and Shannon are sharing what to plant and when to plant it. The things that need to be thought about because this is…
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EP 90: So You Want a High Tunnel? Part 1
Have you been thinking about getting a high tunnel? Shannon and Lyndsay are talking all things high tunnels in this two part series. They are sharing with you…