Welcome to the Liz Fiedler Mergen Blog 💐

 

Here you'll find podcast episodes, hands-on tips and strategies for flower farmers and florists, upcoming events, and everything else happening in this corner of the floral and agritourism world.

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Overwintering Ranunculus in Zone 4B: My Journey and Lessons Learned growing high tunnel Jun 10, 2024

Growing ranunculus in Zone 4B has been an incredible journey filled with challenges, successes, and valuable lessons. As a flower farmer in a colder climate, I've discovered that with the right techniques and tools, these beautiful blooms can thrive even in less-than-ideal conditions. In this week's...

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Efficient Flower Storage Solutions: Insights from CoolBot's Julia DeGennaro growing Jun 04, 2024

In a recent episode of the Sunny Mary Meadow podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Julia DeGennaro from CoolBot about flower coolers and cooling solutions for small businesses. As a flower farmer, I've always emphasized the importance of proper storage to maintain the freshness and longevity ...

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Should You Start a Flower Farm? Part 2: Managing Time and Expenses business growth growing Apr 22, 2024

This blog is a summary of an episode of the Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast. Listen to it in it's entirety below.

Today, we're diving into the essential resources needed to start a flower farm, focusing on two critical elements: time and money.

1. Time and Flexibility

Starting a flower farm demands a s...

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How One Easter Order of 300 Bouquets Transformed My Flower Farming Business growing sales Mar 22, 2024

This blog is a summary of an episode of the Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast. Listen to it in its entirety below. 

As the host of The Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast, I often talk about the power of storytelling with a purpose. Today, I want to share a personal story that embodies this idea—one that changed the c...

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Growing Green: The Vital Role of Composting in Sustainable Flower Farming growing Mar 18, 2024

This blog is a summary of an episode of the Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast. Listen to it in its entirety below. 

In my recent conversation with Liselotte from 80 Miles North Flower Farm, we delved into the crucial topic of composting and its significance for flower farmers like us. Liselotte shared valu...

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Growing Tulips Hydroponically: An Innovative Journey into Year-Round Beauty growing tulips Feb 26, 2024

This blog is a summary of an episode of the Sunny Mary Meadow Podcast. Listen to it in its entirety below. 

As a flower farmer, my journey has been filled with unexpected twists and turns, leading me to discover my true passion for cultivating beauty from the soil. Today, I

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