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Growing and Breeding Dahlias at Scale: Inside Florelie Flower Farm in Australia

Growing and Breeding Dahlias at Scale: Inside Florelie Flower Farm in Australia

In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, Jennifer heads south to Australia to explore what it really looks like to grow and breed dahlias at scale. Lorelie Merton of Florelie Flower Farm shares how a gifted bunch of peonies sparked her journey into flower farming, how she now manages 20,000 dahlias across multiple paddocks, and why thoughtful breeding, soil care, and family collaboration are at the heart of her farm.

Growing Bearded Iris

Growing Bearded Iris

🌸 Discover expert tips for growing bearded iris from Schreiner’s Iris Gardens, celebrating 100 years of iris breeding and flower farming. Learn when to plant, how to care for irises, and why these perennials belong in every spring garden.

Artemis Flower Farm

Artemis Flower Farm

In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Helen Skiba from Artemis Flower Farm. Helen and her team are redefining what it means to be young, innovative farmers by focusing intensely on soil health and collaborative land-sharing with other local farmers. Join us as we explore Helen’s journey, her commitment to organic practices, and the balance of motherhood and cut-flower farming.

Where We Bloom

Where We Bloom

Ready to bloom in powerful new ways this year? Join us for this special Season 2 premiere of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, for an intimate look at transformation, growth, and choosing joy in the garden and in life.