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by Liza Goetz
The Flower Files is a flower farming podcast for growers, florists, and flower lovers who want to grow beautiful cut flowers and turn them into a sustainable business. Hosted by Liza Goetz of Wildly Native Flower Farm, this show blends real-life flower farming experience with practical advice on cut flower farming, selling flowers, and building a local flower business.Each episode dives into the honest, behind-the-scenes realities of running a small flower farm — from growing cut flowers and seasonal planning to pricing, farmers market sales, and creative ways to connect with customers. You’ll hear conversations about simple gardening, sustainable growing practices, and what it really takes to make flowers profitable without losing the joy of growing them.Whether you’re just starting out or scaling an established operation, The Flower Files offers florist education, flower business tips, and encouragement rooted in experience. This podcast is for anyone interested in Growing flowers, is a flower lover, if you want to start selling flowers, growing locally, and building a thoughtful, sustainable flower farming business that fits real life.Subscribe to The Flower Files for weekly conversations that help you grow smarter, sell confidently, and stay inspired by flowers.
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- Yesterday30 min
Ep 125 - It's Hot, How Do I Water My Plants?
Your flowers look wilted, the sun is blazing, and your first instinct is to grab the hose—but watering more isn't always the answer. In this episode, we break down the most common summer watering mistakes and show you how to tell the difference between thirsty plants, heat stress, and deeper root issues. You'll learn why timing matters, how to water for stronger roots, and what your plants are really trying to tell you. We also head into the hoop house for a hands-on look at hose nozzles, wat...
- 1 weeks ago42 min
Ep 124 - Seed Packets - What Does The Stuff On the Back Mean?
Seed packets are small, but the information they hold can shape your entire growing season. In this episode, we break down the details most growers overlook and show you how to use them to make smarter decisions—from crop timing and germination rates to spacing, height, and variety selection. Whether you're growing a backyard garden or managing a cut flower farm, understanding what’s on the packet can save time, space, and frustration. We also decode common seed terminology, including F1 hybr...
- 2 weeks ago42 min
Ep 123 - Behind the Seed Carousel: Seed Supply Insights
A seed packet may be small, but the system behind it is anything but. In this episode, we sit down with the team at GOC to follow the journey of wholesale flower seeds—from forecasting and inventory management to packing, fulfillment, and shipping. If you've ever wondered what happens before a seed packet arrives at your farm, this conversation offers a fascinating look behind the curtain. We also explore the realities growers face every season, including seed shortages, allocation, import re...
- 3 weeks ago34 min
Ep 122 - Planting Seeds of Success - Park Seed
A seed catalog can feel equal parts treasure map and strategy guide, especially when you're growing for real customers and real deadlines. In this episode, we sit down with the team behind GeoSeed and Park Seed to explore what happens behind the scenes of a modern seed company—from customer service and inventory management to fulfillment systems that help get seeds, plugs, and liners into growers’ hands. We also unpack how brands like Park Seed, GeoSeed, Twilley, and Jackson & Perkins fit...
- 4 weeks ago30 min
Ep 121 - What I Wish Someone Had Taught Me Before I Started Flower Farming
Social media makes flower farming look effortless, but the reality is far more complex—and far more valuable to learn from. In this episode, I share my journey from agriculture teacher to flower farmer, the lessons I learned the hard way, and why I feel called back to teaching through this podcast and the flower farming community. If you've ever wondered why growing more flowers doesn't always mean making more money, this conversation is for you. We dive into the common mistakes new growers m...
- Jun 23, 202641 min
Ep 120 - Beyond Honey Bees: The Pollinators Your Garden Really Needs
Your yard can be full of flowers and still fall short when it comes to supporting pollinators. In this episode, we look beyond nectar plants to explore what bees, butterflies, moths, bats, beetles, and birds actually need to thrive—nesting sites, host plants, shelter, and habitat that isn’t stripped down to mulch and stone. We uncover the often-overlooked roles these species play in keeping gardens, farms, and ecosystems resilient. We also dive into practical ways to create a truly pollinator...
- Jun 16, 202625 min
Ep 119 - How To Help My Garden Have Less Weeds
We’re standing in the middle of a working flower farm in early spring talking about the one crop that never fails: weeds. In this episode, we break down what common weeds are actually telling you about your soil, moisture, light, and growing systems—and why weed pressure isn’t a personal failure, it’s information. From bindweed and thistle to surprise woody seedlings, we walk through how to read your fields with a more strategic eye. We also share the weed suppression methods we truly rely on...
- Jun 9, 202644 min
Ep 118 - I Love To Be Outside, Do I Really HAVE To Wear Sunscreen?
A sunburn you forgot about might be the one your skin never does. In this episode, I’m joined by Christina DeLeon of Well Ave Dermatology to talk about skin cancer prevention, sunscreen myths, and what it really takes to protect your skin when you spend your life outdoors. From melanoma awareness and skin checks to the truth about sunscreen ingredients, we break through the noise with practical, evidence-based guidance that actually makes sense. We also dive into everyday skincare—sensitive s...
About The Flower Files: The Wildly Native Podcast
The Flower Files is a flower farming podcast for growers, florists, and flower lovers who want to grow beautiful cut flowers and turn them into a sustainable business. Hosted by Liza Goetz of Wildly Native Flower Farm, this show blends real-life flower farming experience with practical advice on cut flower farming, selling flowers, and building a local flower business.Each episode dives into the honest, behind-the-scenes realities of running a small flower farm — from growing cut flowers and seasonal planning to pricing, farmers market sales, and creative ways to connect with customers. You’ll hear conversations about simple gardening, sustainable growing practices, and what it really takes to make flowers profitable without losing the joy of growing them.Whether you’re just starting out or scaling an established operation, The Flower Files offers florist education, flower business tips, and encouragement rooted in experience. This podcast is for anyone interested in Growing flowers, is a flower lover, if you want to start selling flowers, growing locally, and building a thoughtful, sustainable flower farming business that fits real life.Subscribe to The Flower Files for weekly conversations that help you grow smarter, sell confidently, and stay inspired by flowers.
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