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Can You Grow Saffron?

Saffron, the most expensive spice in the world, is derived from the stigma of the saffron crocus flower. It takes approximately 75,000 flowers to produce just one pound of dried saffron, making it a labor-intensive crop. However, with the right … Continue reading

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Grow Lavender Flowers

Lavender is a versatile plant that can be used for a variety of purposes, including aromatherapy, beauty products, cooking, and even in medicine. It can make a beautiful addition to bouquets. This plant is a considered a shrub and generally … Continue reading

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How to Grow Cosmos

Cosmos are beautiful and versatile flowers that can be grown for a variety of purposes, including cut flowers. These hardy annuals are easy to grow and come in a range of colors and sizes, making them a popular choice for … Continue reading

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Biodegradable Seed Starter Tray – Review

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases Product – 160 Cell Biodegradable Seed Starter Tray Cheapest Place To Buy – amazon.ca Size of Container – each cell 1.6” x 1.6” x 2” deep Guarantee – Return or Replacement … Continue reading

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Essential Flower farming tools

So if you have been thinking of starting on this journey of becoming a flower farmer you are going to need some stuff and depending on your budget, there is so much to choose from.  Now many of the things … Continue reading

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Growing snapdragons for cut flowers

Snapdragons have been used in home gardens for a long time.  The common name comes from the fact that the individual blooms look like the head of a dragon.  Forever, children have plucked the flower off the stem and pretended … Continue reading

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Best zinnias for cut flowers

Zinnias are remarkable and their colour and variety. They are annual flowers. Many are low growing and make wonderful edging flowers or ground cover but they’re not useful for cut flowers.  There are, however, a great many that grow tall … Continue reading

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Are you an entrepreneur?

An entrepreneur is someone who starts and manages a business enterprise.  Besides the paperwork involved in starting a new business there are attributes that make an entrepreneur.  Can you accept the risks? Do you have a dream? Do you know … Continue reading

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Best Foliage for cut flower arranging

Foliage, Filler, Greenery. Flower farmers should consider planting two or three foliage plants if there is any intention of creating arrangements to sell at a roadside stand or farmers market. It also allows you variety when making offers to local … Continue reading

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Best Rudbeckia for Cut Flowers

Rudbeckia, otherwise known as Black Eyed Susan, is a very popular flower.  It is easily recognizable and easy to grow.  It may also be called the coneflower due to the raised centre that may be black, brown or green.  A … Continue reading

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