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Becoming a Cut Flower Grower

Lydia Watson
Gardening
Cut Flowers
Cut Flower Business
Sweet Peas
Seed Sowing
Cut Flower Growing
Dahlias
Floristry
Composting
Flower Selection
Cut Flower Sales
Cut Flower Gardening
Trial Beds
Growing Flowers
Perennials
Organic Gardening
Weed Management
Homemade Seed Compost
Resilience
Self-Education

Join new cut flower grower Lydia for a behind-the-scenes look at how she's starting to grow and sell cut flowers in the south of England. Over the course of 2025 she'll be sharing everything she's doing to get her cut flower business up and running, from the planning stages all the way through to harvesting flowers, by way of highs and lows, hints and tips, lessons she's learning along the way (of... more

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Hello, it's Friday 28 November 2025. 

Today's episode discusses the million-dollar dahlia question: to lift or not to lift tubers? It's a question that many growers have a dilemma about every year and I'm no exception. This year I'm leaving mine in ... more

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Hello and welcome to a chilly Tuesday 25 November 2025. 

Tonight I'm talking about the foliage that I'm growing for 2026 and beyond. I realised that I needed more foliage about mid-way through this year when I suddenly started selling buckets and bu... more

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Hello, it's Friday 21 November 2025. 

Welcome - I'm in a much better mood tonight! It's been a busy week, both indoors and outdoors. My course is going well: module 2 has just dropped which is all about pricing. Can't wait to start that. Pricing is ... more

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Hello, welcome to Tuesday 18 November 2025. 

Winter is here! The temperature has plummeted and I'm bundled up in so many layers that it's hard to even bend down sometimes. Tonight's episode gives you an update of my progress on the new course with J... more

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Recent Guests

Unnamed Fellow Grower
A fellow grower who visited Lydia's plot and shared advice on cultivation.
Episode: A Fellow Grower Visits, Something Ate My Apples & Grasses, The Lavenders Are Coming Back & The Zinnias Are Kicking Off
Richard Bailey
Horticultural expert with experience in growing flowers
Episode: Mini-Digger Excitement! Dahlia Cuttings with Hollow Stems - What Do They Mean for Cut Flowers?

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Lydia
Host and novice cut flower grower sharing her journey of starting a cut flower business, focusing on the planning, successes, and challenges involved.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • A chill guy

    Very calming and very fun to listen and this is probably one of my favourite podcast cause it’s just so calm just nice to listen to and the music is amazing and one of my favourite parts is in the music it is like do do do do

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spooooooncer
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • A chill guy

    Very calming and very fun to listen like I’m 11 and this is probably one of my favourite podcast cause it’s just so calm just nice to listen to and the music is amazing and one of my favourite parts is in the music it is like do do do do

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spooooooncer
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Fabulous, honest and informative

    I am a full on true crime junkie however I stumbled across this podcast by accident and I am absolutely thrilled that I did. Utterly raw and honest about the struggles with cut flower growing, personal belief and confidence. Feel so happy to be going on the authors journey with her. Highly recommended to anyone and you don’t have to be even interested in cut flowers as it’s so lovely to just hear someone’s journey into starting something new. Think what I am trying to say is that this podcast is... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cazzab25
    United Kingdom10 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the calm and enjoyable presentation style, finding it relaxing and a nice escape.
Many listeners express gratitude for the informative and personal nature of the content, which feels uplifting and encouraging as they follow along with the host's journey.
Reviews highlight the raw honesty and transparency regarding the challenges of starting a cut flower business, making it relatable for many aspiring entrepreneurs.

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Perennials: What Worked in 2024 and What's New for 2025
Q: Why don't you ever say goodbye at the end of every episode?
Lydia dislikes goodbyes and prefers to sign off with phrases like 'see you later' instead.
Perennials: What Worked in 2024 and What's New for 2025
Q: If I could pick only three annuals, which ones would I grow?
Amaranthus, zinnias, and cornflowers are the best choices based on their performance last year.
Perennials: What Worked in 2024 and What's New for 2025
Q: Can I change my goals?
You should revise your goals as the season progresses, but your original goals should remain unchanged.
Why I Don't Use Chemicals on my Cut Flowers & How to Tackle Weeds Effectively
Q: How to make weeding easier?
Lydia discusses prioritizing specific weeds and offers practical advice on weed management, emphasizing the importance of identifying and addressing perennial weeds carefully.
Q&A Session with the CEO (that's me). And I Talk About Profitability, which is Very Important.
Q: What's the most profitable flower to grow?
I think dahlias could be the most profitable due to their unique qualities and low import volume.

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What is Becoming a Cut Flower Grower about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the journey of a novice cut flower grower, a new host shares her authentic experiences of starting a cut flower business in southern England. The episodes cover a range of topics, from the emotional and technical challenges of managing crops in varying weather conditions to personal stories that illustrate the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. Regular discussions include practical advice on growing techniques, flower care, market challenges, and the importance of community support among local florists and growers. Listeners can expect to gain insights that are both insightful and relatable, making it ideal for garden enthusiasts and aspiring florists alike. The engaging narrative style, coupled with personal anecdotes, keeps it... more

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