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The Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 98 - How to Make My Wedding More Me - Turning Your Ideas Into RealitySo you have a bunch of photos saved for wedding inspo, some invites picked out, and a favorite place setting that is on your non-negotiable list... how do you turn those ideas into a cohesive wedding design that matches your style?Listen in as we talk to event designer Julie Comfort from The Experiential Wedding about the concept of feelings-first design. We dig into choosing color stories rooted in real places and memories, using scent and texture to deepen the narrative, and shaping flow so the timeline feels natural, not choppy. We talk everything from budget clarity t...
2026-01-2735 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 97 - Wedding Trends For 2026 - What Are We Seeing?Wedding flowers are shedding the script and growing wild again. Think whites with nuance, stems that curve instead of behave, blooms chosen for season, heat, light, and how a room actually moves. From peony look-alikes that keep the feeling alive to ceremony flowers that wander into the reception and then out into the community, this is farm-to-aisle design rooted in intention, texture, and timing. Softer, smarter, a little untamed—and very much alive.The Flower Files Podcast Instagram 🌿 https://www.instagram.com/the.flowerfilespodcast Wildly Native Flower Farm Instagram 🌸 https://www.instagra...
2026-01-2028 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 96 - Seasonal Cut Flower Varieties: What to Grow, When, Why (and What to Skip)Seed catalogs make it too easy to fall for every pretty bloom. We zoom out and show you how to choose cut flowers that truly fit your space, season, and goals—so your garden gives you usable stems, steady color, and fewer disappointments. Joined by Kenley, we break down vase behavior (hello, “dirty” stems), conditioning tricks for sappy flowers, and why some favorites are stunning in the field but disastrous in a mixed bouquet. You’ll hear where single-stem showstoppers shine, when cut-and-come-again workhorses save your schedule, and how harvest windows can make or break your week.We also...
2026-01-1337 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 95 - How Do I Set Goals For My GardenIf you’ve ever walked out of a garden center with a cart full of pretty plants and no idea where they’ll go, this conversation is your turning point. We break down how simple, clear goals turn scattered beds into a garden that feels cohesive, low stress, and deeply satisfying.We start with the why: what do you want your space to do for you—cut flowers for the table, a quiet nook to unwind, pollinator habitat, or a yard that asks less every weekend? From there, we translate purpose into practical choices: planning before planting, mappin...
2026-01-0612 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 94 - How to Make Changes as a Flower FarmThe turn of the calendar doesn’t demand reinvention; it invites better rhythm. We’re kicking off a fresh season by trading pressure for practicality and choosing the kinds of small, steady shifts that make farms and creative businesses hum. Think sunflower rotations you can actually maintain, dahlia plans that prevent May meltdowns, and a smarter mix of varieties that reduce waste while boosting joy at the workbench.We unpack what went right—stellar communication on weddings—and what dragged us down, like starting late after a busted tractor and chasing tasks all season. From there, we map tang...
2025-12-3122 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 93 - Our Year In Bloom - Spotify does it, why shouldn't we?Press pause with us for a clear-eyed look at a year that was beautifully full and not always easy. We walk through the harvest days that stretched long, the wedding installs that stretched our creativity, and the moments when the weather, timelines, and plans simply refused to cooperate. Along the way, we return to the heartbeat of Wildly Native: place, seasonality, and doing work with intention even when it takes the harder road.We talk candidly about the layers most people skip: the emotional weight of events, the behind-the-scenes decisions that shape design and operations, and the...
2025-12-2310 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 92 - Wed Society Unveiling Night - What it was Like To Be There for the First One!A refined room, a hand-lettered name tag, and a flow that gently pushed us toward conversation rather than noise—this recap traces a night at King Cole Farm that reminded us why weddings are a craft, not a commodity. We walked through the Wed Society Unveiling with eyes on intention: curated vendor vignettes, a photo setup designed for story, and space that let florists, planners, designers, and makers actually talk. No rush, no hustle theater—just substance.We share what made this gathering feel different for working creatives. From swapping foam-free mechanics tips to comparing contract approaches, the...
2025-12-1716 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 91 - Inside The World’s Most Precious Spice: Growing, Harvesting, And Using SaffronA few crimson threads can change a dish and a farm plan, but what does it really take to grow, pick, and protect the world’s most valuable spice? We sit down with saffron grower and educator Khalil to unpack the full journey: how quality corms set your season, why sandy loam and drainage beat heavy soils every time, and what the flowering bell curve means for labor, timing, and your bottom line. If you’ve ever wondered why saffron is expensive, the answer lives in those peak harvest days when every bloom demands careful hands and quick decisions....
2025-12-0933 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 90 - A Simple Money System Discussion with the Budget Besties Team!Money shouldn’t feel like a roller coaster, and it definitely shouldn’t require a spreadsheet to enjoy your life. We sat down with the Budget Besties to unpack a system that replaces jargon and guilt with clarity and calm. Their approach is all about simple, separated, automatic budgets that mirror how you already spend: one account pays bills, a couple of category accounts handle daily life like gas and groceries, and a handful of savings buckets quietly build for the “unexpected” expenses that are actually totally expected—tires, holidays, kids’ sports, HOA fees, and travel.We tackle the m...
2025-12-0236 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 89 - Building Lush, Natural Holiday WreathsWant a wreath that looks designer without the designer price tag? We walk through a simple, durable method for crafting lush holiday wreaths using farm-grown, foraged, and locally sourced materials—plus the pro tricks that keep everything secure, balanced, and beautiful all season.We start with the foundation that matters: choosing the right ring size for your door, why double or triple rail bases prevent spin, and how to pick paddle wire gauges that match your project. Then we get into the greens—fir for fullness, spruce for structure, pine for movement, cedar for fragrance and berries, holl...
2025-11-2537 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 88 - More Petals, Less Panic: How To Grow Without Melting DownStop guessing and start testing. We sat down with operator and entrepreneur Ashish Gupta to unpack how creative founders and flower farmers can scale without losing the craft—or their minds. From mapping your weekly work to isolating true needle-movers, you’ll hear a clear framework to align your role with your energy and hire for the right gaps, even when you can only afford a part-time seat.Together we walk through practical demand validation so you don’t ramp production into a void. You’ll learn how to define a tight ideal customer profile, run time-bound B2B and...
2025-11-1836 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 87 - Wed Society's Look Book - Print Isn’t Dead—It’s Your Wedding SuperpowerPlanning a wedding shouldn’t feel like wrestling a never-ending feed. We sat down with Wed Society Delaware to unpack how a curated, human-first platform helps couples cut through the noise, discover trusted local vendors, and fall back in love with the process. From the farmer’s field to the florist’s bench to a photographer’s lens, this conversation celebrates the people who make celebrations sing—and the community that holds them up.We dig into the real pain points couples face: sixteen vendor categories, decision fatigue, and inspiration that’s beautiful but often unrealistic. Wed Society’s lo...
2025-11-1135 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 86 - All About Elderberries - A Talk with Heartland Elderberry FarmsSick of watered-down wellness and candy masquerading as care? We sit down with elderberry farmer Russell Carter to unpack the farm-to-bottle truth behind one of the most hyped immune boosters and why fresh-pressed juice changes everything.Russell’s path runs from a 450-hive beekeeping business to a thriving elderberry farm that harvests at sunrise, de-stems on shaker tables, and presses the berries the same day—then freezes the juice to lock in color, flavor, and antioxidants. He explains the big difference between American elderberry (a vigorous primocane shrub) and the European tree-type most dried imports come from. That...
2025-11-0445 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 85 - Funeral Flowers: Meaning, Memories, and Modern TraditionsGrief doesn’t come with a manual, but flowers come close to a language. We open the studio door on how funeral and memorial flowers actually work—what families ask for, what those designs mean, and how small choices can turn a service into a tribute that feels true. From casket sprays and easel arrangements to personalized scenes built with antlers, feathers, boots, or fishing lures, we explore the shift from generic sympathy to storytelling through blooms.We trace the roots of tradition—from Egyptians and Greeks to the symbolism-crazed Victorians—and translate the meanings people still feel tod...
2025-10-2843 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 84 - Why Eucalyptus Wins: History, Growing Tips, And Design UsesThe scent that changes a room, the greenery that holds a wedding arch, and a plant with a passport—eucalyptus earns its reputation on every front. We go deep on how this Australian native became a global favorite, why designers lean on its silvery tone and elegant drape, and how home growers can raise a steady supply for fresh and dried arrangements. From the Greek roots of its name to the cap that pops as it blooms, we bring the history to life and connect it to practical choices you can make in your garden and studio.We...
2025-10-2322 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastPrint Isn’t Dead—It’s Your Wedding SuperpowerPlanning a wedding shouldn’t feel like wading through quicksand. We’re joined by Michelle and Dan from Wed Society Delaware to unpack a simpler path: a curated, local-first approach that connects couples with the best vendors across Delaware and the Eastern Shore—without the noise, hype, or decision fatigue. We talk candidly about how thoughtful curation beats mass directories, why responsiveness and human guidance matter, and how real work from real venues sets honest expectations and sparks better ideas.You’ll get an inside look at The Book of Weddings, a coffee-table-quality print publication designed to be kept...
2025-10-2135 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 83 - From Farmer's Market to Amazon: Scaling Your Floral BrandWhat if your flower business could reach customers nationwide instead of just at your local farmer's market? In this eye-opening conversation, e-commerce expert Neil reveals the untapped potential for flower entrepreneurs in the digital marketplace.Neil shares his journey from corporate tech professional to e-commerce strategist, emphasizing that "you are never ready to start a business" – you simply must begin and commit to moving forward. With refreshing candor, he dismantles common myths about selling online and offers a paradigm shift for flower businesses: instead of just selling flowers, consider selling the entire ecosystem around gardening passion.
2025-10-1446 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 82 - Starting a Flower Farm: Is the Life You Want Hidden in a Handful of Blooms?What if your next chapter starts with a handful of seeds and a sunny corner of the yard? We walk through the surprisingly simple path from backyard blooms to a real, family-powered side hustle—no acres, no greenhouse, and no debt spiral required. You’ll hear how quick-win crops like zinnias, sunflowers, cosmos, and marigolds can deliver early confidence and steady sales, why kid-friendly tasks turn gardening into a living classroom, and how small systems—clean buckets, sharp snips, smart weeding choices—save time without killing joy.We get practical about money, too. From pricing easy-to-grab bunches for a fa...
2025-10-0720 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 81 - The Breaking Point: When Success Costs Too MuchWhat happens when your passion project grows beyond what you ever imagined – and starts suffocating you? Lindsay Krick never set out to be a business owner. She just loved indoor cycling and noticed Delaware needed more of it. So she started trucking bikes to parking lots, wineries, and breweries for pop-up classes. Within months, those weekend events had transformed into a brick-and-mortar studio focused on mental wellness through movement."It was never supposed to be what it became," Lindsay reflects, sharing the raw reality behind her fitness empire that eventually grew to three locations and 45 instructors. Unlike tr...
2025-09-3037 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 80 - Flowers, Farms, and Female Cycles: Nature's Perfect RhythmsYour menstrual cycle isn't just a biological function—it's a blueprint for maximizing your productivity, health, and wellbeing. This eye-opening conversation with Alyx, co-founder of The Agenda app, reveals how tracking your cycle can transform every aspect of your life.Alex shares her journey from accidental discovery to full-fledged "periodpreneur," explaining how she noticed her sales performance directly correlated with her menstrual cycle phases. This revelation led to a powerful insight: aligning our work and life with our natural biological rhythms creates more flow and less struggle.The episode breaks down the four phases of th...
2025-09-2343 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 79 - When Flowers Become Medicine: A Gardener's Mental Health JourneyHave you ever noticed how your shoulders relax and your breath deepens when you step into a garden? There's something profound happening in that moment—something that goes far beyond pretty flowers and vegetable harvests.In this heartfelt episode, I open up about the unexpected mental health lessons I've discovered while tending to my flower farm. The garden has become my therapist, my meditation space, and my teacher. Those zinnias glowing in the morning light aren't just beautiful—they're reminders to slow down in a world that demands we constantly rush. The twisted stems finding their way to s...
2025-09-1622 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 78 - Preserving Your Flowers In Resin - Chatting with Andrea Cole About How to Preserve Your BouquetWhat if the flowers from your wedding day, memorial service, or special celebration could last forever? Andrea Cole, founder of Designs by Andrea, brings this possibility to life through her remarkable flower preservation artistry. In this captivating conversation, Andrea reveals how a Valentine's bouquet and the discovery of her husband's grandmother's pressed flower hobby sparked a passion that evolved into preserving thousands of meaningful floral arrangements.Andrea walks us through the science behind flower preservation, explaining the seven different methods her studio employs to transform fresh blooms into lasting keepsakes. From silica gel extraction to microwave pressing...
2025-09-0935 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 77 - Ghosted, Rejected, and Undervalued: Why Potential Clients Walk AwayEver felt that gut-wrenching disappointment when a potential client ghosts you after what seemed like the perfect consultation? You're not alone. In this refreshingly honest episode, we dive deep into why couples don't book with flower vendors—and why that might actually be the best thing for your business and mental health.From the messy day-to-day realities of running a flower farm to the delicate dance of client expectations, we're pulling back the curtain on what really happens when potential clients walk away. Whether it's price shock (those $10,000 Pinterest installations aren't happening on a $500 budget!), personality clashes, or...
2025-08-2637 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 76 - The Power of Reviews: Growing Your Business Through Social ProofCustomer reviews aren't just nice-to-have compliments—they're powerful marketing tools that build trust and credibility for your business. In this revealing episode, we dive deep into why reviews matter so much, especially for emotionally-driven businesses like floristry and farming where connection and beauty are everything.Feeling awkward about asking for reviews? You're not alone. We explore why this discomfort exists and how to reframe your thinking: when you've delivered a great experience, asking for feedback isn't begging—it's celebrating a successful collaboration between you and your customer. With practical strategies for making requests feel natural and prompts to h...
2025-08-1926 minThe Flower Files: The Wildly Native PodcastEp 75 - Talking About Orchids With the Largest Wholesale Supplier in the US!Ever wonder how those stunning orchids end up in your local grocery store? This eye-opening conversation with Toine Overgaag, president of Westerlay Orchids, reveals the fascinating journey from Dutch immigrant orchid growers to building one of America's largest sustainable greenhouse operations.When South American imports decimated the domestic rose industry, Tuan and his father made a pivotal decision to transition to orchids—plants that couldn't be easily shipped in from abroad. What started as a stopgap career move during the Y2K crisis blossomed into a passion and eventually an empire producing over 4 million orchids annually across 18 ac...
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