
EP 191: Growing Cool Flowers with Lisa Mason Ziegler
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In this episode of "The Dirt on Flowers," hosts Lyndsay and Shannon interview Lisa Mason Ziegler, renowned as the "cool flowers queen." Lisa shares her inspiring journey from starting a flower farm on a small city lot to becoming a leading educator in cut flower farming. The discussion covers the benefits and challenges of growing cool season hardy annuals, succession planting, and adapting to changing markets. Lisa offers practical advice on planting, harvesting, and business growth, emphasizing resilience, patience, and the value of education for aspiring flower farmers.
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