The Flower Podcast

Rethinking Growth with Lindsey Mizock of Pompelmo Floral

Scott Shepherd sits down with floral designer and grower Lindsey Mizock of Pompelmo Floral to talk about creativity, freelancing, and what it means to intentionally keep your business small. Lindsey shares insights from her years working on small farms along the California coast, her fine-art background, and her approach to design rooted in observation and authenticity. Together, they explore favorite flower varieties, the freedom of freelancing, and how staying small can create space for deeper creativity and connection in your floral business. Don't miss the Sell Your Flowers Summit, a free three-day online event happening November 20–22. Join host Lennie Larkin and 15+ experts to gain clarity, confidence, and community in selling your flowers. Learn more at SellYourFlowersSummit.com [https://flower-farming-for-profit-academy.mykajabi.com/syfs?mc_cid=3235104a3b&mc_eid=b54af48fbf]. Learn more about today's episode and all of our past guests by visiting TheFlowerPodcast.com [https://www.theflowerpodcast.com] Subscribe to The Flower Podcast on your favorite podcast platform. We are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and many more! If you have a minute, it would be great if you could leave a review wherever you listen to our podcast. You can also watch our conversations on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe5pE8qG36DG6xGFyMuD8XA], in addition to tip-filled videos and educational Lives. Be sure to subscribe to our channel so you don't miss a minute.

The Science and Art of Plant Breeding with Dr. Keith Hammett

This week, Scott explores the intersection of science and artistry in the world of flower breeding. Dr. Keith Hammett, New Zealand's leading ornamental plant breeder, shares his passion for developing Dahlias, Sweet Peas, and Clivias that blend genetics, color, and creativity. Together, they discuss the delicate balance between science and art, the importance of scent in breeding, the joy of discovery, and how breeders quietly shape the world of floristry through their vision and dedication. This episode is made possible by our sponsors: Rooted Farmers: Connecting flower farmers and florists through one simple, trusted platform. Visit RootedFarmers.com [https://www.rootedfarmers.com] and use code TFP25 for special offer of $75.00 off any individual plan (essential or pro) with Rooted Farmers. ASCFG: Supporting flower farmers with education, research, and community. Learn more at ascfg.org [https://www.ascfg.org]. Learn more about today's episode and all of our past guests by visiting TheFlowerPodcast.com [https://www.theflowerpodcast.com] Subscribe to The Flower Podcast on your favorite podcast platform. We are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and many more! You can also watch our conversations on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe5pE8qG36DG6xGFyMuD8XA], in addition to tip-filled videos and educational Lives. Be sure to subscribe to our channel so you don't miss a minute.

Starting Fresh with Galena Berkompas, Micro Flower Farm

Starting Fresh with Galena Berkompas Building a new flower farm from the ground up! In this episode, returning guest Galena Berkompas of Micro Flower Farm shares what it's like to start over on a new piece of land in Vancouver, Washington. She talks about prioritizing perennials, choosing cover crops, and balancing short-term crops with long-term investments. Galena also dives into her watering schedule, dahlia care, and the lessons she's learning as she rebuilds her micro farm from the ground up. Highlights: 1 Starting fresh on new land 2 Planting perennials for long-term success 3 TEFF as a cover crop 4 Midnight watering schedule & overhead irrigation 5 Dahlia care and nitrogen timing 6 Managing pollinated blooms 7 Building structure with shrubs & greens 8 Balancing quick-income crops with long-term growth Sponsors: Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers — Learn more and join at ascfg.org [https://www.ascfg.org] The Gardener's Workshop — Helping flower farmers grow smarter at thegardenersworkshop.com [https://www.thegardenersworkshop.com] Learn more about today's episode and all of our past guests by visiting TheFlowerPodcast.com [https://www.theflowerpodcast.com] Subscribe to The Flower Podcast on your favorite podcast platform. We are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and many more! If you have a minute, it would be great if you could leave a review wherever you listen to our podcast. You can also watch our conversations on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe5pE8qG36DG6xGFyMuD8XA], in addition to tip-filled videos and educational Lives. Be sure to subscribe to our channel so you don't miss a minute.

What Is Your Most Important Tool: Madeline Hooper of Gardenfit

What Is Your Most Important Tool? Madeline Hooper has such a great story. After years in public relations, competing as a ballroom dancer, and teacher she turned her focus to gardening and helping others. Together with her husband, she's spent over three decades creating and caring for their Rockland Farm in New York. She's also the co-creator of the TV series GardenFit, and she shares down-to-earth ways we can take care of our most important tool—our own body. Whether you're planting, weeding, hauling buckets, or marathon wedding installations, her tips will help you move smarter, avoid aches, and enjoy the work we love for years to come. It's all about self-care and taking care of our bodies to let them continue to take care of us. Learn more about today's episode and all of our past guests by visiting TheFlowerPodcast.com [https://www.theflowerpodcast.com] Subscribe to The Flower Podcast on your favorite podcast platform. We are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and many more! If you have a minute, it would be great if you could leave a review wherever you listen to our podcast. You can also watch our conversations on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe5pE8qG36DG6xGFyMuD8XA], in addition to tip-filled videos and educational Lives. Be sure to subscribe to our channel so you don't miss a minute.

Planning for Profit with Jenny Marks, Trademarks Flower Farm

My guest today is Jenny Marks from Clifton Springs New York, a grower and educator who has built her business from the ground up. Jenny runs Trademarks Flower Farm, a productive one-acre farm celebrated for its gorgeous early spring blooms and smart, efficient growing practices. Alongside her own farm work, she created Trademark Farmer, where she teaches and mentors small-scale flower farmers who want to build profitable, sustainable businesses of their own. Jenny is also the voice behind the Six Figure Flower Farming podcast and teaches an in-depth online course of the same name, sharing practical strategies to help growers plan, market, and manage their farms with confidence. On top of that, she serves as the Northeast Regional Director for the Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers [https://www.ascfg.org], helping connect and support growers throughout the region and today Jenny is on The Flower Podcast. Learn more about today's episode and all of our past guests by visiting TheFlowerPodcast.com [https://www.theflowerpodcast.com] Subscribe to The Flower Podcast on your favorite podcast platform. We are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and many more! If you have a minute, it would be great if you could leave a review wherever you listen to our podcast. You can also watch our conversations on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe5pE8qG36DG6xGFyMuD8XA], in addition to tip-filled videos and educational Lives. Be sure to subscribe to our channel so you don't miss a minute.