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Welcome to the vibrant world of Wildly Native Flower Farm! Our blog is a treasure trove of resources, tips, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of life as a flower farmer awaits you.
Explore insightful articles that offer expert advice, discover handy tips for nurturing your own botanical haven, and delve into the captivating stories behind the scenes of our flower farm. Join us on this journey as we celebrate the beauty of flower farming and share the joy of cultivating a connection with the natural world.
Popular Posts
A Candle Catalog: Wedding Reception & Events, How To!
Review what could go good, wrong, up or down regarding candles for a wedding reception. This will include information regarding venue rules, tapers, floating candles, combos, burn time, and what to do with them after your magical event! This is your guide for your wedding reception or events, we are here for your design, and how to tie it in simply with the light of a flame!
Wedding Bouquet Preservation: What to Do Next
So you’ve had your big day, bouquets are picked, corsages are counted, boutonnieres are matched to suit colors, table counts are complete. Now your flowers are sitting in their vase full of water (or out which isn’t good), now what? We have made a list of ideas, thoughts and guidance on wedding bouquet preservation. For those who want a forever keepsake of their bouquet. We’ve seen resin, pressed and floating frames, coffee tables, ornaments, you name it we have seen it.
Our Guide to Wedding Day Of Logistics
We have talked about your vision, you know your pieces are all coming together, and at this point you are waiting for final counts from RSVP’s for sure. I mean really?! Why don’t some people just RESPOND already!!! Here, we are going to talk about your big day of wedding logistics from top to bottom.
Real Weddings
Read behind the scenes and see some gorgeous photos from our past weddings here!
Recent Posts
They’re Dried, Not Dead!
Are you ever bummed that your favorite florals are only in season for a short time each year? Us too, we totally get it (even though it feels like we have a new favorite each week). Instead of letting it bring us down, we’ve been figuring out our favorite...
Flower Farmer Florist… Which are You?
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, meaning we get a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through these links, at no change in cost to you! So most of you know that at Wildly Native, we do things a little differently. We grow and harvest our...
Three Tips to Becoming a Flower Farmer
1. Know Your Destination + End Goal When I first started this flower farmer journey I had no doubt about the growing aspect, I KNEW I could grow things easily. The ratio and varieties were where I struggled to decide what to start with and honestly kept me up at...
Dreamy Pastel Wedding at Brittland Manor
Flowers and a stunning venue are important for a wedding (hello July blooms at Brittland Manor!), but we all know that the people are the most important part. Marcella & Justin’s pastel wedding was a day full of celebrating relationships - their own love story and...
What are you thankful for?
Thanksgiving is a time for traditions, favorite dishes, and cherished moments of togetherness. In this episode of The Flower Files, we talk about our favorite holiday meals, quirky family customs, and what we’re most thankful for this year. Join us for a heartwarming chat that’s as comforting as a slice of pumpkin pie.
Retro Vibes for the Elegant Bride
We knew Thalia and Colton’s retro vibes wedding was going to be one for the books from the very first phone call - she wanted a retro seventies vibe with an understated elegance, full of burnt orange, fall colors, jewel tones, and rich hues. Count us in!! “Liza and...
Garden Clean Up: What to Do?
As the growing season winds down, it’s time to tackle one of those tasks we both dread and love—the end-of-season garden cleanup. It’s a mix of emotions, isn’t it? There’s the satisfaction of wrapping up the season and getting the garden ready for a fresh start, but there’s also the frustration of braving the cold and staring down that one corner of the garden that got completely out of hand.
Ugly Candles? or Just Recycled?
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, meaning we get a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through these links, at no change in cost to you! Ok but hear us out!! They aren't so much ugly as they are recycled candles - full of love! As you know,...
Hoop House Growing: What Works for Us
Welcome back, flower friends! 🌸 This week’s episode of The Flower Files is as cozy and chaotic as ever. Liza and Lizzy, your hosts with the most (and by "most," we mean a delightful mix of knowledge and morning silliness), dive headfirst into one of their farm’s MVPs:...
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Wildly Native is a Flower Farm located on the Eastern Shore in Chestertown, Maryland. Our passion for blooms extends beyond weddings and events; we offer floral arrangements, handcrafted self-care products, and engaging floral classes.
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