Episode 46: Our Top Cut Flower Varieties

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Whether you’re a flower farmer, a florist, or simply a flower enthusiast, this episode is packed with insights about our top cut flower varieties!

Our Favorite Spring Cut Flower Varieties: The Early Bloomers

Spring is a magical time when the farm comes alive. Some of our favorite spring flowers include:

  • Tulips: From bold parrot tulips to soft pastel varieties, tulips are a staple. Their vibrant hues and unique shapes bring joy to spring arrangements.
  • Ranunculus: Known for their delicate layers and wide variety of colors, these flowers are versatile and stunning in weddings and bouquets.
  • Snapdragons: Early spring snapdragons offer sturdy, tall stems and an array of colors, making them perfect for arrangements.
  • Peonies: Our peony patches are a true treasure. These blooms are luxurious, fragrant, and ideal for any spring bouquet.
  • Larkspur: A surprise star, larkspur brings tall, colorful spikes to spring arrangements and is fantastic for drying.

Summer Stars: Heat-Loving Blooms

As temperatures rise, so does the drama in our flower fields. Here are our top summer blooms:

  • Gladiolus: Known for their tall, colorful stalks, gladiolus blooms are a hummingbird favorite and a visual treat.
  • Zinnias: Whether it’s the fluffy cactus zinnias or the classic terracotta shades, zinnias are vibrant and hardy.
  • Celosia: With its dramatic textures and bold colors, celosia shines in summer arrangements. Ruby Parfait and Bombay varieties are standouts.
  • Amaranth: Its trailing, dramatic look makes it a favorite for both fresh and dried arrangements.
  • Sunflowers: A classic summer bloom, sunflowers are always in demand. They’re fast-growing and endlessly cheerful.

Fall Cut Flower Varieties: The Seasonal Transition

Fall flowers extend the beauty of summer and bring rich tones to arrangements. Here are our favorites:

  • Dahlias: A workhorse of the fall, dahlias come in endless varieties, from ball shapes to cactus styles, providing endless inspiration.
  • Asters: These happy little flowers add texture and charm during the transition into autumn.
  • Mums: Although common, mums offer incredible variety and hold up well in cooler temperatures.
  • Eucalyptus: While not a flower, eucalyptus is a key filler in fall arrangements, loved for its scent and versatility.

A Special Mention: Perennial Powerhouses

Throughout the seasons, perennials like foxglove, campanula, and iris bring beauty and consistency to our fields. Their unique colors, shapes, and hardiness make them indispensable. Interesting in learning more about the perennials you should grow for cut flowers? Check out Episode 46!

Pro Tips for Choosing Cut Flowers

  • Purpose Matters: Are you growing for bouquets, farmer’s markets, or weddings? Different flowers excel in different roles.
  • Seasonality: Understanding bloom times helps ensure continuous harvests.
  • Durability: Some flowers, like dahlias and sunflowers, are robust, while others, like foxglove, require extra care.
  • Experimentation: Don’t be afraid to try new varieties and see what thrives in your garden or farm.

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About The Flower Files

Join our team of flower lovers while they take you along their journey as flower farmer florists pursuing business, family, strategy, mother nature, wedding installs, and everything inbetween including fieldwork, floral design, all the way to the day of event execution.

This is a weekly show that talks about all things flowers including the reality of flower farming, using locally grown flowers in wedding design, and other flower use with an environmentaly focused perspective. It includes a variety of guests who are fower lovers, users, sniffers, and ethusiasts that will talk on a range of topics… depending on where the seasont takes us!

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