Reach an audience that values flowers, seasonality, and thoughtful brands through podcast, website, email, and social placements.
In this episode of The Flower Files, we sit down with Ellen Frost, founder of Local Color Flowers, to talk about how local flowers move from farms to florists. We explore floral hubs, wholesale markets, flower education, seasonality, and what the future of the American-grown flower movement could look like.
A beautiful product is not always enough to make shoppers stop. In this episode of The Flower Files, we talk about what really makes a farmers market booth stand out—from layout and signage to body language, product flow, and customer experience.
Selling at a farmers market is about more than showing up with beautiful flowers. From booth placement and pricing pressure to copycats and market dynamics, success often comes down to strategy, professionalism, and understanding how the market really works.
In Episode 108 of The Flower Files, we sit down with branding and marketing expert Christine Blasdale to talk about what it really takes to create a brand for your business. From niche strategy and storytelling to websites, video, and social media, this conversation breaks branding down into practical steps small business owners can use right away.
Want to turn your flower garden into a reliable income stream? In this episode of The Flower Files, we walk through the entire system—from planning your seed beds and building a sales mix to harvesting, bouquet recipes, and beginner-friendly sales channels. If you’ve ever grown beautiful flowers but struggled to actually sell them, this guide is for you.
In this special 100th episode of The Flower Files, Liza Goetz and the team take you behind the scenes of their podcasting journey. From unexpected fan-favorite topics to learning how to grow a brand beyond the mic, this episode is packed with honest insights, future plans, and a lot of laughter. Dive into what it really takes to podcast from a flower farm.
Let’s get real and talk about the beauty (and the power) of starting late, starting small, or starting over. No matter where you are in your gardening journey, you are not behind! You’re simply beginning where you are, and that’s enough.
This season isn’t about grand resolutions—it’s about choosing smaller shifts that lead to bigger growth. In this episode, we reflect on what worked, what we’re letting go of, and how we’re making space for more intention, creativity, and connection on the farm.
As the year comes to a close, this flower farming podcast reflects on growth, challenges, and lessons learned at Wildly Native Flower Farm—one petal, one season at a time.
A curated wedding vendor event in Delaware became a powerful reminder of what makes the industry thrive: connection, creativity, and community. From edible floral garnishes and hand-calligraphed name tags to real conversations between florists and planners, the Wed Society Unveiling redefined what a networking night can be. This behind-the-scenes look captures the beauty of intentional gatherings that prioritize craft over clout—and collaboration over competition.
Liza chats with The Budget Besties about creating a simple, stress-free budgeting system for florists and creative entrepreneurs. Learn how to build money habits that support your business and your life — without spreadsheets, shame, or financial overwhelm.
In a digital-first world, the wedding industry is rediscovering the magic of print. In this episode, we chat with Wed Society Delaware about their stunning Book of Weddings, the value of local vendor collaboration, and why print just might be your secret wedding planning superpower.
Are you ready to move beyond bouquets and grow your floral business into something larger? In this episode of The Flower Files, we sit down with e‑commerce strategist Neil Twa to explore how flower farmers and florists can scale from local markets to national reach—via platforms like Amazon. You’ll learn how to treat your brand as more than just a product, test smart launches, and connect your farm‑stand roots with an online storefront. It’s not about abandoning your local presence—it’s about planting new seeds for growth.
We believe that sometimes, the life you’re looking for is closer than you think—maybe even hiding in a handful of blooms. In this episode, we talk about how growing flowers with our kids led to deeper connection, new income streams, and a thriving flower farm we never saw coming. It all starts with one small step.
In this episode of The Flower Files, wellness advocate Lindsay Crick opens up about the cost of chasing passion without boundaries. From pop-up fitness classes to running three studios, Lindsay’s journey offers a deeply honest look at burnout in entrepreneurship and the power of choosing yourself.
When flowers become medicine, the garden becomes more than just a hobby—it becomes healing. In this vulnerable episode of The Flower Files, Lizzie Frey shares how gardening taught her to slow down, let go, find joy in small moments, and reconnect with herself and others. It’s a beautiful reminder that, sometimes, all we need is one bloom to feel whole again.
Florists: Getting ghosted after a consult? You’re not alone—and it’s not your fault. In this brutally honest episode, learn why some clients walk and how rejection can be a gift that makes space for dream bookings.
Asking for reviews can feel weird — but it shouldn’t. In this episode of The Flower Files, Liza Goetz breaks down how customer feedback builds trust, boosts visibility, and reminds florists why their work matters. Discover easy, heartfelt ways to ask for reviews and use them to grow your business with grace.
In Episode 75 of The Flower Files, we chat with Westerlay Orchids president Tuan Overgaag about building one of the largest orchid operations in the U.S. From his family’s Dutch greenhouse beginnings to producing over 4 million orchids a year in California, Tuan shares how sustainability, core values, and smart scaling fuel the business. Whether you’re growing a single Phalaenopsis on your windowsill or dreaming of a commercial greenhouse, this episode offers inspiration — and practical advice — for making your floral dreams a reality.
If you think flower farming is just frolicking through fields in flowy dresses, think again. In Episode 73 of The Flower Files, we pull back the curtain on what our days really look like — 5:30 AM harvests, duct-taped pant legs to keep out ticks, planning wedding color palettes over a year in advance, and occasionally dodging cicada killers in the zinnia patch.
In Episode 73 of The Flower Files, we get real about what it means to be your own boss. From financial fears to freedom and fulfillment, this one’s for anyone navigating the messy middle of building something that matters.
In Episode 71 of The Flower Files, we’re getting honest about what makes a product launch flop—or fly. From behind-the-scenes storytelling to authentic urgency, here’s how we’ve learned to launch with strategy and soul.
In How to Stand Out: Cut Flowers at Market, Liza and Renee of Wildly Native Flower Farm spill their best tips for making a splash at the farmer’s market. Learn how to create a visually striking booth, engage customers with ease, and keep your flowers fresh—even in the summer heat.
Spring is the busiest—and most magical—season on the flower farm. In this episode of The Flower Files, we walk through a typical day in the life of our team at Wildly Native Flower Farm. From 5:30 AM wake-up calls to messy tulip harvests and spreadsheet overload, here’s what it really looks like behind the blooms.
As we close out 2024, Episode 43 of The Flower Files takes a thoughtful look back at the year while setting flexible and inspiring goals for 2025. From lessons in personal growth to exciting plans for the upcoming gardening season, this episode is all about progress, reflection, and embracing change. Plus, don’t miss the launch of our free 2025 Garden Goals Planner to help you cultivate your best year yet!