Bloommates

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35. September Wrap Up

Bloommates ·

2026/10/05

In this episode, Sarah and Katie share their latest farm updates, discuss the impact of heat on flowering, and explore pest management strategies for the upcoming season.Follow us on Instagram:⁠@bloommatespodcast⁠ ⁠@grown_by_lightninghollows⁠ ⁠@quayle.cottage⁠Things we mention a lot:⁠Florlist.com⁠ - the online availability platform we use to take florist orders⁠@harvest_flowermarket⁠ - the local flower hub connecting growers and florists⁠Highsun Express⁠ - bulk seed supplier ⁠Ball Australia⁠ -

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00:40:04

34. A Visit to Three Dogs Flower Farm: New Rented...

Bloommates ·

2026/09/28

In this episode, Casey from Three Dogs Flower Farm shares her plans for her new rented one acre market garden including on farm events and subscription boxes. She aslo shares insights into her farm operations, seed and dahlia tuber production, and some of her favourite perennials including Windflowers, Silene vulgaris, and Rudbeckia triloba. Find Casey here:@threedogsflowerfarm@hendogfarmhttps://threedogsflowerfarm.com.au/Follow us on Instagram:@bloommatespodcast @grown_by_lightninghollows

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01:49:41

33. Chaotic Ramblings with Luen's Flowers: Urban...

Bloommates ·

2026/09/21

In this episode, Katie and Sarah join Luen on her new farm where she shares her journey of farm downsizing, plans for her roadside stand, and establishing her new flower farm. She discusses practical tips for crop planning, moving farms, and optimising small-scale flower production. Luke joins for segment on hot composting techniques, farm management, and how he and Luen manage disagreements about the farm.Follow us on Instagram:@luensflowers @bloommatespodcast @grown_by_lightninghollows

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00:53:11

32. Summer Crop Plan Debrief

Bloommates ·

2026/09/14

Flower farmers Katie and Sarah share their crop plans for the upcoming summer/autumn season including a mix of annuals and flowering perennials. They touch on their goals for this season that helped guide them when planning as well as some growing and sowing techniques for warm weather.

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01:26:53

31. Inside the World of Zinnia Breeding, Seed...

Bloommates ·

2026/09/07

Robin from Transition Farm shares her journey from vegetable farming to seed production, emphasizing the importance of biodynamic practices, soil health and seed sovereignty. Discover how her farm adapts to climate challenges as well as the additional tax that seed growing puts on the soil and how Robin combats this. In this episode, Robin shares how she began seed breeding, the benefits of biodynamic practices, and insights into growing resilient, vibrant flowers like zinnias. Discover how regional

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01:18:21

30. We're Back! Winter Wrap Up: Big Projects, Winter...

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2026/08/31

Bioplastic Mulch Film: https://ausbioplas.com.au/products/biodegradable-mulch-film?srsltid=AfmBOoqSEEdTp4npUzMW_rN89aU0uujdUPlNaTLUAMeterJeKXWZ-hZsBlogpost about the Florlist platform update: https://www.quaylecottage.com.au/blog/florlist-overview

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01:30:29

29. Summer/Autumn Wrap Up: New Tools, Direct Sowing &...

Bloommates ·

2026/05/25

In this episode, Sarah and Katie share their season wrap-up, discuss challenges like weeds and weather, and share practical tips on DIY tools (the wire weeder), using bio plastic mulch, planting, direct sowing, and pest management. They reflect on their successes, failures, and plans for the next season, offering valuable insights for fellow flower farmers and gardeners.

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00:47:30

28. Top 5 Dahlias for Cut Flowers (According To Our...

Bloommates ·

2026/05/11

This episode is a dahlia lover’s dream. Katie and Sarah asked each guest from this season of the podcast to share their top 5 favourite dahlias for cut flower production, then compiled all the answers (as well as their own) into one big list of Australian grower favourites.From tried-and-true classics to newer releases, a few tissue culture varieties from Ball Australia, and even a few that haven’t quite hit the market yet, this episode covers more than 30 cultivars that flower farmers across

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00:57:38

27. Inside a Commercial Flower Farm: The Employee...

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2026/05/04

In this episode, Sarah and Katie chat with Hannah Urquhart from @floriculturalife - an ag science graduate working at Bush Roses in Bookham, NSW, a large-scale commercial flower farm growing everything from roses and natives to annuals, perennials and foliage. We dive into what working on a commercial flower farm actually looks like day-to-day, from the systems and infrastructure needed to run at scale to the realities of working as an employee in the flower industry rather than owning the business

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01:13:53

26. The Ultimate Supplier Guide for Aussie Flower...

Bloommates ·

2026/04/27

OUR FREE GUIDE: ⁠How To Order From Ball Australia⁠In this episode, Katie & Sarah talk through where they actually buy everything from for their Australian flower farms including plugs, seeds, live plants, bulbs, farming tools, and floristry equipment.Chapters:00:37 Ball Australia28:13 High Sun Express for Bulk Seeds35:39 Royston Petrie Seeds40:30 Bulb Suppliers44:35 Plant Suppliers56:39 Retail Seed Suppliers01:05:46 Essential Equipment and Tools for Flower Farming & Floristry. Suppliers

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01:19:09

25. Dahlias, Tuber Sales & Turning Grass into Growing...

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2026/04/20

In this episode, Katie and Sarah chat with Mardi from Quite Contrary Flower Farm. They cover everything from growing dahlias, the digging/dividing/storing process, as well as tuber sales. They also ask Mardi about her field grown roses and her bed prep process when it comes to turning grass into growing space. Find Mardi here: instagram.com/qcflowerfarm/quitecontraryflowerfarm.com

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01:19:09

24. Selling to a Wholesaler & Scaling a Flower Farm...

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2026/04/13

In this episode, Katie and Sarah chat with Kate from Bushy Blooms in Albany, Western Australia. They cover everything from growing at scale, selling to a wholesaler, growing dahlias, and diversifying your sales channels to ensure your flowers always have an outlet. As well as wholesale, Kate also sells her flowers at a farmers market, through her roadside stand, to event florists, and does DIY event buckets. Kate gives a behind the scenes look at the process of selling to a wholesaler and the

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01:09:20

23. (PART 2) Italian Pansies & Growing a Team with...

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2026/04/07

In part two of this interview with Jen from Southern Highlands Flower Farm, Sarah and Katie chat with Jen about all things Italian cut flower Pansies, on farm events and workshops, as well as how Jen has created a workplace that supports mums.Make sure you head to part one to hear about how Jen got started, how the business has evolved and diversified, as well as tips on growing Ranunculus as a cut flower. Find Jen

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01:06:12

22. (PART 1) Ranunculus & Diversifying Sales Channels...

Bloommates ·

2026/04/07

In part one of this interview with Jen from Southern Highlands Flower Farm, Sarah and Katie ask about Jen's background and how she got started before diving into her sales channels, how the business has evolved and diversified, and growing Ranunculus as a cut flower. Make sure you head to part two for all things Italian cut flower Pansies, on farm event and workshops, as well as how Jen has created a workplace that supports mums.Find Jen

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00:47:48

21. March Wrap Up

Bloommates ·

2026/03/30

In this episode Katie & Sarah share an update on seasonal farm activities like what they are sowing, planting and harvesting along with crop planning tweaks, and managing weather challenges. It provides practical tips on planting, support systems, and adapting to weather impacts like high winds, perfect for flower farmers and growers.

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01:09:46

20. Our 2026 Crop Plans

Bloommates ·

2026/03/23

Sarah and Katie share their detailed crop planning process for the 2026-2027 season, focusing on spring flowers, succession planting, intercropping, and lessons learned from last year. They discuss specific crops, planting strategies, and how to optimise flower farm productivity.

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01:21:42

19. Roses in the Subtropics & the Big Flower Farm...

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2026/03/16

Follow Luen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luensflowers/In this episode we chat to Luen Free of Luen’s Flowers who shares her journey of transitioning to a new farm, growing on leased land, and planning her growing season in a different climate. She discusses her move, farm setup, crop choices, and insights into flower farming in subtropical versus a temperate climate. Join us as Luen Free shares her journey into flower farming, her new farm plans, and expert tips on roses and cut flowers

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01:18:24

18. Growing Cool Season Hardy Annuals in Australia

Bloommates ·

2026/03/09

In this episode, Sarah and Katie share their experience with cool flowers in Australia, covering seed starting, climate considerations, crop selection, and tips for success. Perfect for growers in temperate and subtropical climates looking to optimise their spring flower production.

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00:45:44

17. We're back! Summer Wrap Up

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2026/03/02

In the first episode of Season 2, Katie and Sarah are back after a 3 month break, and dive into the challenges and successes they had over summer. Like always, weather and pest pressure caused issues for both flower farmers but Katie has had her best season yet with an abundance of dahlias, and Sarah has had success with her seed shop while her crops recovered from pest damage. Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloommatespodcast/

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01:18:54

16. Season Wrap Up

Bloommates ·

2025/12/22

In this final episode of the season, Sarah and Katie celebrate their milestone of completing Season 1 of the podcast and plan to return with Season 2 in March 2026. They share an update on the working bee at Grown By Lightning Hollows, reflect on the challenges of irrigation and seedling care in the Summer heat, share their data on four crops from the Spring season including Delphinium, Ranunculus, Corn Cockle (Agrostemma), and Pansies. They also give recommendations for resources and podcasts for

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