In this episode, Katie and Sarah discuss their experiences as flower farmers in Australia during October. They share insights on weather challenges, planting updates, and the success of their harvests, particularly focusing on Corn Cockle/Agrostemma. The conversation also touches on the balance between work and farming, the complexities of ordering and growing dahlias, and the introduction of new woody perennials to their farms. Additionally, they explore financial aspects of flower farming, including budgeting and profitability, while looking ahead to future planting and seasonal changes.

Chapters

00:00 October Wrap-Up: Weather Challenges and Planting Successes

04:53 Harvesting Corncockle: Yields and Lessons Learned

09:05 Weddings and Floral Design: Balancing Business and Personal Life

15:24 Jobs and Seasonal Transitions: Navigating Burnout and Motivation

22:10 Roses and Thrips: Challenges in Flower Farming

27:17 Insecticidal Soap and Dahlias

29:45 Ordering Tubers and Delivery Challenges

33:38 Selling Dahlia Tubers and Storage Issues

35:15 Woody and Perennial Shrubs

39:00 Taking Cuttings and Success Rates

41:05 Budgeting for Farm Expenses

43:32 Profitability and Revenue Insights

45:13 Current Blooms and Seasonal Changes