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What We're Doing in February on a Zone 3 Flower Farm

February on a Zone 3 flower farm does not look impressive. The fields are frozen, the rows are buried in snow, and from the road it appears nothing is happening. But winter is when the real work begins. From breeding zinnias and mapping the field to planning infrastructure and preparing for summer markets, this is the month that quietly determines whether July feels abundant or chaotic.

Stock Flowers (Matthiola Incana): The Worst Name for One of the Best Flowers We Grow

Stock Flowers (Matthiola): The Worst Name for One of the Best Flowers We Grow Let’s talk about stock for a minute. F...

Flowers That Truly Thrive on a Zone 3 Flower Farm

(And Why They Work Here, Even When They’re Not Supposed To) When people hear Zone 3 Flower Farm, the disbelief is und...

How to Care for Your Farm Fresh Flowers

How to Care for Your Farm Fresh Flowers Simple steps to help your locally grown blooms last longer and look their bes...

The Ranunculus Diaries: Our First Spring with These Ruffled Beauties

The Ranunculus Diaries: Our First Spring with These Ruffled BeautiesThis season, we took on the challenge of growing ranunculus in our Zone 3 hoophouse, and they’re finally blooming in all their ruffled glory. From soaking corms and pre-sprouting for weeks, to planting and praying for blooms, it’s been a true labor of love. In this post, we share the full journey, what we’ve learned, and why these blooms are totally worth the effort. A must read for anyone who loves flowers with a little drama and a lot of charm.