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Dahlias
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Australia
Local Sourcing
Ball Australia
Newcastle
Hunter Valley
Summer Crop Planning
Ranunculus
Pansies
Roadside Stand
Florists
Crop Planning
Maitland
Valentine's Day
Beetles (monoliptera)
Pansies (italian Varieties)
Milton
Wildflower Academy
Corncockle

Katie from Grown by Lightning Hollows and Sarah from Quayle Cottage; two Aussie flower-farming friends chatting business and blooms.

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In this episode, Sophie from Love Sophie Flowers shares her journey to wedding floristry and flower farming, her strategic approach to growing flowers, and her wish list of flowers she wishes more Australian flower farmers would grow from her perspec... more

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.

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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 so... more

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 optimisi... more

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Recent Guests

Luen from Luen's Flowers
Owner/Operator, Luen's Flowers
Luen's Flowers
Episode: 28. Top 5 Dahlias for Cut Flowers (According To Our Podcast Guests)
Jen from Southern Highlands Flower Farm
Operator, Southern Highlands Flower Farm
Southern Highlands Flower Farm
Episode: 28. Top 5 Dahlias for Cut Flowers (According To Our Podcast Guests)
Kate from Bushy Blooms
Grower, Bushy Blooms
Bushy Blooms
Episode: 28. Top 5 Dahlias for Cut Flowers (According To Our Podcast Guests)
Mardi from Wooden Flower Farm
Grower, Wooden Flower Farm
Wooden Flower Farm
Episode: 28. Top 5 Dahlias for Cut Flowers (According To Our Podcast Guests)
Hannah Urquhart
Employee perspective guest, Floricultural Life on Instagram
Floricultural Life
Episode: 27. Inside a Commercial Flower Farm: The Employee Experience with Hannah Urquhart
Luen Free
Owner of Luen's Flowers, moving her farm to Milton
Luen's Flowers
Episode: 19. Roses in the Subtropics & the Big Flower Farm Move with Luen's Flowers
Nikki Davey
Co-founder of Duck Duck Pig Flower Farm; co-founder of Grown Not Flown; author
Duck Duck Pig Flower Farm; Grown Not Flown
Episode: 14. Lessons from Grown Not Flown & the Bigger Pie Philosophy with Nikki Davey
Ash Wheelhouse
Wedding floral designer behind Film and Foliage; founder of Wildflower Academy
Wildflower Academy / Film and Foliage
Episode: 12. In Class with Wildflower Academy: Pricing, Processes & Practical Magic
Bec Noble
Founder of Dish the Dirt and Growers Avenue, flower industry influencer
Dish the Dirt / Growers Avenue
Episode: 10. Dishing the Dirt with Bec Noble

Hosts

Sarah Quayle
Host of the show and co-owner of Quayle Cottage; regular co-host focusing on bloom farming, business strategy, and guest-led conversations
Katie Grown by Lightning Hollows
Host of the show and co-owner of Grown by Lightning Hollows; frequent co-host discussing business, blooms, and market channels

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • I’m hooked on this !

    So informative and fun to listen along.

    Learning so much about the flower farming world . What a lovely industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SandiPad
    Australiaa month ago
  • So much info and so much fun

    I love what Katie and Sarah have done with this podcast. It’s a wealth of information for flower farmers, and also such a joy to be taken into their world. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aimee2787
    Australia6 months ago
  • Amazing

    Love all the information you are sharing about flower farming and you do it in such a humble way! Highs and lows! My new favorite podcast 😄

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    57thParallelGardening
    Sweden9 months ago
  • Wonderful information

    Thank you Katie and Sarah, you share so much great information for a newbie flower farmer florist. I really appreciate your openness to share.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Woohoolovedit
    Australia10 months ago
  • Fav new flower podcast

    Okay, I’m not usually one to leave reviews but I just wanted to say that this is my fav flower podcast. Absolutely love the dynamic of the podcast, plus everyone you have interviewed so far. So great to hear from Aussie growers and florists. Thank you Sarah and Katie.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RachHowe
    Australia10 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the practical, no-nonsense farming tips and real-world experiences.
Guests are consistently varied and knowledgeable, delivering actionable insights for both newbies and established growers.
The dynamic between hosts feels like a conversation between friends who happen to be running farms.

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31. Inside the World of Zinnia Breeding, Seed Production & Biodynamics with Robin from Transition Farm
Q: So Transition Farm is both certified organic and biodynamic, what does that look like in practical terms?
Biodynamics centers vibrant soil health; the farm uses closed-loop practices, native corridors, and green manures to support plant health, while maintaining organic standards and aiming for holistic farm health rather than treating crops in isolation.
2. Get to know Katie from Grown by Lightning Hollows
Q: Do you see Grown by Lightning Hollows as a one-person business, or might you hire in the future?
She envisions continuing as a two-person operation with her husband Ian handling the sales-driven side, finds hiring daunting due to training and management concerns, and emphasizes doing business tasks herself to stay close to farming. She notes potential for a friend to help with labor in exchange for learning.
2. Get to know Katie from Grown by Lightning Hollows
Q: What are your biggest challenges in flower farming?
Katie cites time management, balancing farming with family responsibilities, and the need to expand production to meet florist demand while keeping her own customers prioritized. She highlights the benefit of a supportive partner and flexible, part-time off-farm work that aids balance.
2. Get to know Katie from Grown by Lightning Hollows
Q: What is your customer base and who do you sell to?
She sells at a roadside stand with an honesty system, supplemented by florists and occasional weddings. Over three years, a local following grew via Instagram and word of mouth, with ongoing efforts to increase florist supply and align production with wholesale demand.
2. Get to know Katie from Grown by Lightning Hollows
Q: Tell us about your background and growing space, where you are, and how you got into growing.
Katie explains that her property is 25 acres, prone to flooding, initially used for horses, and how she transitioned into flower farming through permaculture principles and a fascination with pollinators. She describes starting small, building a sprawling garden, and gradually expanding as the business framework formed.

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Two Aussie flower-farming friends explore business, cultivation, and market dynamics, often swapping hands-on growing tips with guests from the flower farming world. Episodes frequently cover crop planning, direct-to-consumer sales, wholesale partnerships, seasonal planning, and practical farm hacks, all delivered in a friendly, collaborative tone. Noteworthy aspects include a strong focus on small-batch, farm-to-market operations, practical profitability lessons, and a community-minded approach that blends farm experience with education for aspiring growers. Potential listeners can expect actionable techniques, transparent storytelling, and a candid look at balancing passion with sustainable business growth.

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Recent guests on Bloommates include:

1. Luen from Luen's Flowers
2. Jen from Southern Highlands Flower Farm
3. Kate from Bushy Blooms
4. Mardi from Wooden Flower Farm
5. Hannah Urquhart
6. Luen Free
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