The Backyard Bouquet

Welcome to 'The Backyard Bouquet,' a cut flower podcast where vibrant stories bloom from the fields of local flower farmers and home gardeners alike. Join host Jennifer Gulizia of The Flowering Farmhouse as she dives into the captivating journey of local flowers, sharing inspiring tales and practical insights.

This podcast celebrates the heartfelt journeys of both seasoned flower farmers and passionate backyard growers. Each episode is a vibrant tapestry woven with personal narratives, shedding light on the joys, challenges, and invaluable lessons learned through cultivating flowers.

From nurturing backyard gardens to supporting local flower farmers, 'The Backyard Bouquet' is your go-to place for heartfelt stories and expert growing tips. Discover the art of growing flowers, embrace inspiring tales from the fields, and uncover tricks to cultivate your own beautiful blooms.

Tune in to explore the enchantment of local flowers, find encouragement to cultivate your own floral haven, or discover ways to support local flower farmers. Join us on this flourishing journey and let the blossoms inspire your story.

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Recent Episodes
  • Ep.54: Earth Day in the Garden: Where Flowers Lead Us to Soil, Stewardship & Hope
    Apr 22, 2025 – 52:43
  • Ep. 53: Growing a Cut Flower Business & Preserving Heirloom Mums with Jessica Hall of Harmony Harvest
    Apr 10, 2025 – 01:02:47
  • Ep.52: The Kindest Garden: Regenerative Gardening & Sustainable Design with Marian Boswall
    Mar 26, 2025 – 01:04:40
  • Ep.51: How Jenny Marks Built a Profitable Flower Farm & Helps Others Do the Same
    Mar 18, 2025 – 57:12
  • Growing Pansies for Cut Flowers with Brenna Estrada of Three Brothers Blooms
    Mar 11, 2025 – 01:00:08
  • Ep. 49: Sustainable Flower Farming & Extending the Growing Season with Little Hollow Flowers
    Mar 4, 2025 – 52:37
  • Ep. 48: Sweet Pea School: Marryn Mathis on Growing, Breeding, and the Magic of Sweet Peas
    Feb 25, 2025 – 01:13:19
  • Ep.47: Helen Skiba on Balancing Motherhood & Sustainable Flower Farming at Artemis Flower Farm
    Jan 28, 2025 – 01:17:19
  • Ep. 46: Secrets From The Flower Farm Down Under With Rebecca Starling
    Jan 21, 2025 – 01:01:33
  • Ep.45: Where We Bloom: New Beginnings For 2025
    Jan 15, 2025 – 20:12
  • Ep.44: From A Vision To A Thriving Flower Farm With Lori Hernandez of Three Acre Farm
    Dec 21, 2024 – 01:12:32
  • Ep.43: Cultivating Kindness & Connection With The Growing Kindness Project
    Dec 12, 2024 – 01:09:03
  • Ep. 42: Growing A Successful & Profitable Cut Flower Farm With Lennie Larkin
    Nov 7, 2024 – 01:05:15
  • Ep.41: Kelsey Hall: How the 'Daffodahlia' Discovery Is Shaping the Future at Cattle & Cut Flowers Farm
    Oct 30, 2024 – 01:08:13
  • Ep: 40: Grow Beautiful Dahlias Interview with Jennifer Gulizia Hosted by Valerie Miller
    Oct 26, 2024 – 01:24:47
  • Ep.39: How Vonda VandeHoef Hybridizes Dahlias In Her Backyard Cutting Garden
    Oct 16, 2024 – 01:00:50
  • Ep. 38: The Healing Power of Flowers: Mental Health and Farming with Trina Galloway of Mt.View Orchards
    Oct 10, 2024 – 58:26
  • Ep.37 Building a Thriving Cut Flower Business With Katy King of Hidden Springs Flowers
    Sep 10, 2024 – 58:19
  • Ep. 36 How Kara Jamison Is Transitioning Into Fall With Dried Flowers & Sowing Cool Flowers
    Sep 7, 2024 – 01:05:53
  • Ep. 35: Erin Benzakein of Floret: How Seeds Hold The Past, Present, & Future
    Aug 27, 2024 – 01:10:12
  • Bonus: Celebrating The Pre-Launch of "Sweet Pea School" with Sweet Pea Seed Saving Tips from Marryn at The Farmhouse Flower Farm
    Aug 22, 2024 – 22:03
  • Ep.34: Blackburn Gardens: Building A Successful Flower Farm By Focusing On What You Really Enjoy
    Aug 20, 2024 – 56:25
  • Ep.33: Darcy's Dahlias: Captivating Their Community With Their Flower Stand & Flourishing Dahlias
    Aug 16, 2024 – 01:02:55
  • Ep.32: How Harris Flower Farm Built a Successful Business Model for Farmers Markets & C.S.A. Subscriptions
    Aug 13, 2024 – 01:08:48
  • Ep.31: Bokenkotter Blooms: From City Living To A Thriving Cut Flower Farm On 18 Acres
    Jul 24, 2024 – 01:04:35
  • Ep.30: How To Create a Sustainable Garden When You Have Limited Space with Chia-Ming of Coastal Homestead
    Jul 18, 2024 – 01:04:10
  • Ep.29: Meg McGuire of Red Daisy Farm: From Flower Farming to On-Farm Stays
    Jul 9, 2024 – 59:56
  • Ep. 28 How Creating On-Farm Events Has Created Success For Justine Ludwig
    Jul 2, 2024 – 01:02:06
  • Ep. 27: Galena Berkompas: Scaling from Micro Flower Farm to 6-Acre Cut Flower Farm
    Jun 25, 2024 – 01:05:01
  • Ep.26: Stonehouse Dahlias: Industry Leaders in Growing Virus-Free Dahlia Cuttings
    Jun 18, 2024 – 01:01:04
  • Ep.25 Blooming Success: Mastering Peonies and Sustainable Flower Farming with Melissa Hessney Masters, Tanglebloom
    Jun 11, 2024 – 01:14:03
  • Ep.24: How To Use Dried Flowers To Cultivate Everlasting Beauty With Full Belly Farm's Hannah Muller
    Jun 4, 2024 – 53:25
  • Ep.23: Flower Farming And Sustainable Floral Design: An Interview with Farmer-Florist Heather Staten
    May 28, 2024 – 01:05:36
  • Ep.22 How Breeding Dahlias In Australia Cultivates Curiosity with Bec McConnell of Serenade Farm
    May 21, 2024 – 01:03:18
  • Ep.21: How Kamille Scellick Balances Motherhood and Dahlia Breeding: A Story of Love and Growth
    May 14, 2024 – 01:04:21
  • Ep.20: Sunflower Steve: A Farmers Journey of Passion & Perseverance
    May 7, 2024 – 01:23:17
  • BONUS: What You Need To Know To Get Started With Growing Dahlias This Year
    May 1, 2024 – 26:27
  • Ep.19: From Allotment to Backyard Cut Flower Farm: Nicole's Flower Growing Journey
    Apr 23, 2024 – 01:02:07
  • Ep.18 Capturing the Beauty of Flowers With Jess Buttermore of Cedar House Living
    Apr 18, 2024 – 01:09:51
  • Ep.17: How Brooke Palmer Went From School Teacher To Full Time Flower Farmer
    Apr 9, 2024 – 01:05:09
  • Ep.16: Blooming in the Cold: How to Grow a Vibrant Cut Flower Garden in Zone 2B
    Apr 2, 2024 – 01:04:28
  • Ep. 15: From Dreams to Blooms: Niki Irving of Flourish Flower Farm
    Mar 26, 2024 – 01:03:29
  • Ep.14: Mastering the Art of Growing Roses with Ben Hanna of Heirloom Roses
    Mar 19, 2024 – 01:00:01
  • Ep.13: Growing Roots, Connection, Wholeness and Hope In The Garden with Christie Purifoy
    Mar 12, 2024 – 59:54
  • Ep.12: Growing A Fragrant Cut Flower Garden With Stefani Bittner
    Mar 5, 2024 – 01:05:14
  • Ep.11: Lori Bochner's Journey from Home Gardener to Flower Farmer
    Feb 27, 2024 – 57:16
  • Ep.10: Cultivating Community With Urban Flower Farmer Dee Hall of Mermaid City Flowers
    Feb 20, 2024 – 01:01:17
  • Ep.9: Growing Specialty Cut Flowers For Florists With Heather Cain From Petal Pink Flowers
    Feb 13, 2024 – 01:00:35
  • Ep. 8: Mastering the Art of Cut Flower Gardening with Master Gardener Stacy Ling
    Feb 6, 2024 – 55:54
  • Ep.7: Connecting with Nature and Giving Back with Flower Farmer Misha Gillingham
    Jan 30, 2024 – 57:41
Recent Reviews
  • melissakipe @oakandzinnia
    A breath of fresh air
    Jennifer’s podcast is the perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea or a jaunt into the garden. Her guests are so fun to listen to, and you will certainly be inspired to get your backyard producing blooms of joy
  • guavegirl
    Delightful and informative!
    I love listening to this podcast, especially in the winter it is so nice to think about flowers coming soon! Jennifer is an excellent host and asks great questions to get conversation flowing and the podcast is always so uplifting and informative.
  • EWS25
    Informative & Heartwarming
    I love this podcast so much! Each time I listen it feels like I’m sitting down to coffee with Jen + a new friend. I love the personable questions and conversation Jen creates. I always learn something and come away feeling like I made a good investment of time -every episode feels invigorating like a virtual walk in the garden!
  • MelissaKressNP
    Love your podcast so much!!
    Love ALL of your episodes but especially enjoyed the one of you and Erin connecting today! I enjoyed listening to two inspiring and amazing women who made me feel like I was capable of achieving absolutely anything after listening to you two chat.. positive energy, incredible knowledge! As a beginner gardener it was truly empowering! Love your podcast so much Jennifer!! 🌺 Thank you for that dose of happiness today!
  • sarahg719
    Love this podcast!
    These interviews are so much fun! I missed flower farmer chat when the British ladies stopped recording, so I was excited to stumble across this. Always interesting to hear other people’s stories and specialties - I enjoy how the focus is flower gardening/farming in general and not just the business side.
  • fingerlakes artisan
    Flowers rule!
    It was refreshing to hear about a flower farmer in my neck of the woods. The conversations are insightful and I always take away tips for my own backyard garden.
  • ABW Gardens
    Delightful joy
    I found this podcast as a fellow gardener in the PNW, but I have stayed as a consistent listener because I love learning from Jennifer! She is a great podcast host- expect engaging questions, great information shared, encouragement for gardeners, and the most soothing voice! It’s a joy to listen week over week and I am grateful for the shared content!
  • The Turquoise Iris
    Refreshing stories about a variety of topics!
    I have been following Jennifer for a while and have come to know her as one of the most resilient, flower farmers, I know. This podcast is a natural addition to her ever growing business! She pours her heart into everything she touches, and that shows through in this podcast! Highly recommend!
  • KristinS777
    Love the Variety!
    I am really enjoying Jen’s podcast. She interviews a range of growers large production to small and has thoughtful conversations with them. Her interviews seem intentional yet friendly. No matter where you’re at in your gardening journey, this podcast will meet you there. I can’t wait to throw on the earbuds when the snow melts and get growing!
  • it's hard but I like it!
    Best podcast in the universe!
    I love your podcast and it inspired me to start my own garden!
  • BestFeed YR Baby
    Stacy K
    Such a great wealth of information…Jennifer does a fabulous job of asking the right questions of her guests to provide an even richer exploration of the topic.
  • ptmavin
    I really wanted to like this
    Please get some help from a radio or podcast tech. The constant level and quality changes between the host and the guest is very off putting. So much so, I have stopped listening.
  • brantley goodson
    Wonderful resource
    I’ve listed to the first two podcast already and can’t wait to listen to the latest one today during my walk! Loved both interviews and gained motivation, encouragement, and knowledge to help move me forward!
  • DC Tre
    Great Listen!!
    What a great show & format… definitely worth checking out!!
  • Carol’s garden
    The Backyard Bouquest
    I am a backyard gardener and I love growing dahlias, etc. Thank you for your informative podcasts. I have learned of new flowers to plant in my garden and some simple ways to start my seeds. Your guests are very informative and interesting to listen to. I spend quite a bit of time driving and I have found it very convenient to listen to your podcasts while I am in my car. I have listened to the first 3 podcasts and I am looking forward to your next release! Thank you!
  • Brenna St Peter
    Great Cut Flower Resource
    Just listened to one episode and I’m already hooked! I have learned so much and can tell a lot of work has gone into this podcast! Love it!🤩💐
  • aadodge
    A new must listen podcast
    I really enjoy the easy conversations that take place in these first two episodes. This is going to be a must listen flower farming podcast for me. I enjoyed hearing about what works/doesn’t work for others and how I can improve my own growing journey. I especially appreciated the topic of flowers as agents of healing and happiness. I have experienced it firsthand and love hearing other people’s stories too.
  • mmmk244
    Great informative listen
    Listened to all three episodes today and defiantly learned a good amount of things ! Now I’d like to purchase some “ Swans in Flight “ irises that I’ve never heard of !
  • kjm123445566789
    Perfect!
    This is EXACTLY what I need right now! I am new to flower farming. I have always loved flowers and am finally ready to begin my own flower business. I can’t wait to see what the future holds!
  • yellowdogstrider
    Great Information on Cut Flower Growing
    Wonderful new podcast on cut flowers. Looking forward to listening to new stories as we move into the growing season.
  • Jen@HHFF
    Informative and a pleasure to listen to! 💐
    I enjoyed listening to the first few episodes, Jennifer asks her guests thoughtful questions that I would have asked myself if I had been chatting with them. I appreciated hearing their discussions and also glimpses into Jennifer’s own farm and practices. Give it a listen!
  • ShelyLynn
    🌸🌸🌸
    Love this! Can’t wait to follow along!
  • mmmmmmm530
    A wealth of knowledge
    Jennifer’s passion and knowledge about gardening and flower farming make this a podcast to follow! I have been following her on instagram but now to listen to her is the icing on the cake! Give her a listen and allow her to nourish your life
  • Eden with Accessories
    Backyard Bouquet
    How fun! Some take away info and a great glimpse into flower farming.
  • Fly guy 2022
    New favorite!
    I’ve followed Jennifer for a few years now on Instagram and always enjoy her content on that platform (I’m @Barefoote_blooms - not the name listed here on this review 😂). I love podcasts and love learning from other growers so I was so excited when I saw the announcement this morning that she was starting a new podcast! I’ve listened to the first 2 episodes (the Intro episode and Kara’s episode- I have followed Kara as well on Instagram and love her content too!) and enjoyed both! I’ll be listening to the 3rd episode this afternoon as I start my lisianthus seeds! So happy to have another cut flower podcast to listen to!
  • Slma626
    So excited to see this in my feed!
    Congratulations on the new podcast!!! VERY excited to listen every week. I did your digging and storing class and I learned so much!
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