Text Agony Aunt Roz with your Cutflower Questions.In this episode of the Cut Flower Podcast, Roz delves into the world of seed propagation, sharing her insights on the importance of choosing the right seeds, planning your growing space, and understanding the germination process. She emphasizes th...
Text Agony Aunt Roz with your Cutflower Questions.
In this episode of the Cut Flower Podcast, Roz delves into the world of seed propagation, sharing her insights on the importance of choosing the right seeds, planning your growing space, and understanding the germination process. She emphasizes the profitability of growing from seeds for flower farmers and provides practical tips to avoid common mistakes. Roz also discusses future learning opportunities for listeners interested in expanding their gardening skills.
Takeaways
- Seeds are affordable and can unlock an entire season of flowers.
- Choosing the right seeds is crucial for success in flower farming.
- Planning your growing space can significantly impact your yield.
- Investing in good compost is essential for seed germination.
- Common mistakes include sowing seeds too thickly and not labeling properly.
- Understanding your market helps in selecting the right flower varieties.
- Timing is key when it comes to planting seeds.
- Patience is important; some seeds take weeks to germinate.
- Flower farmers can achieve high returns by growing from seed.
- Propagation skills are valuable year-round.
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