The Cut Flower Podcast

If you love cut flowers you are in the right place. The host Roz Chandler has been a cut flower farmer for nearly ten years and is passionate about helping others to have their own cutting patches. This podcast is for you if:-. You currently grow or want to grow cut flowers for pleasure or profit and be part of a growing community. Your host is passionate about reducing the number of cut flowers travelling many thousands of miles from across the globe and therefore helping to reduce the carbon footprint on our planet for our children and their children. Cut flower guests will join us on this journey. We look forward to welcoming you to our community. We would love you to subscribe to this podcast and join our communities online. We do have two Facebook groups:-For Beginners and those looking to grow for pleasure - https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnwiththecutflowercollective For those wanting to start flower farming or indeed are flower farmers:-https://www.facebook.com/gro

The Cut Flower Podcast is a leisure podcast hosted by Roz Chandler, with 202 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Roz Chandler hosts The Cut Flower Podcast, a leisure show with 202 episodes published.

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  Episode #163

  Roz's Dahlia Advice

  Oct 2, 202624 minS1

  Text Agony Aunt Roz with your Cutflower Questions. Roz shares her expert insights on growing dahlias for cut flowers, from selecting varieties and planting to harvesting and winter storage. Perfect for flower farmers and enthusiasts aiming to maximize productivity and quality. Key topics Choosing dahlia varieties for cutting Planting and caring for tubers Supporting and pinching dahlias Harvesting and post-harvest care Overwintering dahlias and dividing tubers Take a look at the Dahlia Catalogue here https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/newsletters The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub Lots of free resources on our website: https://thecutflowercollective.co.uk/cut-flower-resources/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers Facebook Group 'Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business' https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874 Facebook Group 'The Cut Flower Collection' https://www.facebook.com/groups/cutflowercollection

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  Episode #162

  Roz's Ramblings

  Aug 28, 202616 minS1

  Text Agony Aunt Roz with your Cutflower Questions. Roz shares practical business insights tailored for flower farmers and small business owners, emphasizing action, profitability, and customer focus. She debunks common myths and offers actionable advice to grow a sustainable, profitable business. Key topics The importance of action over perfection Debunking myths about flower farming and business success Focusing on profitability rather than turnover The significance of follow-up in sales and marketing The value of testing ideas before full implementation Understanding your ideal customer and niche The importance of email marketing and customer relationships Why business change and pivoting are signs of growth https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/newsletters The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub Lots of free resources on our website: https://thecutflowercollective.co.uk/cut-flower-resources/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers Facebook Group 'Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business' https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874 Facebook Group 'The Cut Flower Collection' https://www.facebook.com/groups/cutflowercollection

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  Episode #161

  Roz's Blueprint for Flower Farming

  Aug 17, 202615 minS1

  Text Agony Aunt Roz with your Cutflower Questions. Roz shares her comprehensive flower farmer blueprint, emphasizing the importance of building a sustainable business around your passion for flowers. She discusses the three essential hats every flower farmer must wear, the significance of knowing your market, pricing with confidence, and taking consistent action to achieve success. Key topics The three hats of a flower farmer: grower, florist, business owner The importance of building your business around your desired lifestyle How to identify your hero crops for maximum profitability Pricing strategies that reflect value, not just costs Effective marketing and storytelling to attract customers The role of systems and knowing your numbers in farm success Setting a focused 90-day action plan for growth The importance of saying no to non-essential opportunities https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/newsletters The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub Lots of free resources on our website: https://thecutflowercollective.co.uk/cut-flower-resources/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers Facebook Group 'Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business' https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874 Facebook Group 'The Cut Flower Collection' https://www.facebook.com/groups/cutflowercollection

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  Episode #159

  Building a Profitable Flower Farming Business: Mistakes and Lessons

  Jul 17, 202613 minS1

  Text Agony Aunt Roz with your Cutflower Questions. In this episode, Roz shares insightful lessons from her 15 years of flower farming, focusing on common mistakes that prevent farmers from earning a proper wage. Whether you're a seasoned grower or starting out, discover practical advice to turn your flower farm into a sustainable and profitable venture. Key topics covered: The reality of earning from flower farming versus perceptions of success Why pricing is crucial and how to value your product correctly The importance of including your own labor costs in your pricing Growing the right flowers for your market and avoiding over-complication Diversifying income streams for stability The significance of marketing and telling your story effectively Building a business that supports the life you want, not just being busy Lessons learned from mistakes that many flower farmers face How to implement these insights for long-term success To join our UK retreat being held on the 8th and 9th August click here. https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/newsletters The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub Lots of free resources on our website: https://thecutflowercollective.co.uk/cut-flower-resources/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers Facebook Group 'Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business' https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874 Facebook Group 'The Cut Flower Collection' https://www.facebook.com/groups/cutflowercollection

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  Episode #158

  GETTING KIDS GARDENING WITH LEE CONNOLLY

  Jun 26, 202634 minS1

  Text Agony Aunt Roz with your Cutflower Questions. In this episode of the Cut Flower Podcast, Roz Chandler speaks with Lee Connelly, the Children's Gardening Coach, about the profound impact of gardening on children and families. They explore Lee's journey from starting an allotment with his brother to becoming a prominent advocate for children's gardening. The conversation delves into the benefits of outdoor learning, the importance of connection and wellbeing, and the need for gardening to be integrated into education. Lee shares inspiring stories of how gardening has transformed lives and discusses the challenges of promoting gardening careers. The episode concludes with insights on balancing purpose and profit in the gardening industry, emphasizing the importance of creating memories through gardening. Takeaways Gardening is about more than just plants; it's about connection and wellbeing. Children benefit greatly from outdoor learning and gardening experiences. Getting children away from screens and into nature is crucial for their development. Gardening can significantly improve communication between parents and children. Schools have a responsibility to provide gardening opportunities for children. Promoting gardening careers is essential for the future of the industry. Resources and funding are major challenges for schools wanting to implement gardening programs. Engaging children in gardening can spark lifelong passions and careers. Creating memories through gardening can have lasting impacts on individuals. Balancing purpose and profit is key for sustainable gardening businesses. First Tunnels, leaders in domestic and commercial product tunnels. https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/newsletters The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub Lots of free resources on our website: https://thecutflowercollective.co.uk/cut-flower-resources/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers Facebook Group 'Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business' https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874 Facebook Group 'The Cut Flower Collection' https://www.facebook.com/groups/cutflowercollection

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