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	Title	Pub. Date	Duration
	Wallingford Flowers	25 Mar 2021	00:40:29
Lisa grows, creates and teaches on her flower farm in Echuca Yorta Yorta Land Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Cosmos and Kale	03 Feb 2021	00:46:01
Ally and her family grow as many flowers as possible on their acre of land south of Hobart, Tasmania. Originally from NSW, Ally never believed flowers were an important part of daily life until living in Europe and Tasmania changed her mind. With techniques learned from regenerative market gardeners, cool and warm season annuals are grown alongside hardy perennials that can withstand Tasmania’s famously fickle weather and the sandy soil. Ally and the family also grow dahlias, roses and lots of edible plants. The flowers are harvested and arranged in mixed bouquets for their stall at Hobart’s iconic Sunday farmers’ market, The Farm Gate Market. Ally loves talking to customers about flower miles, sustainable flower farming and the local flower movement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Bloom into You Bonus Episode	09 Oct 2020	00:55:22
Hayden and Tash seed and grow their flowers with a strong intent for building climate resilience through combined regenerative agricultural practices. Their focus is healthy soil biology & building humus. Humus sequesters (stores) carbon, helping the natural cooling effect of the planet. How amazing!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Noble Flower Farm	03 Sep 2021	00:56:57
In May 2020 Moroni and Phaedra started a flower farm in North East Victoria, on their property they share with their three children. Moroni, utilising his Agricultural Engineering degree and generational farming history from Mexico, Phaedra utilising her drive for business, marketing, visual marketing and creativity. They now run their flower farm and floral business as a full time income. Starting during a pandemic has been tricky, but has forced them to think outside the square and make things happen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Growing Your Own Way — with Mardi from Quite Contrary Flower Farm	27 May 2025	00:58:57
🌸 Episode Summary: In this episode of Dish the Dirt, we're thrilled to welcome back Mardi from Quite Contrary Flower Farm in Gippsland, Victoria. From lawyer to full-time flower farmer, Mardi’s journey is anything but conventional—and that’s exactly what makes it so inspiring. We dive into what’s changed since she last joined us: refining her business model, narrowing in on specialty crops like dahlias, David Austin roses, and bearded irises, and what it really means to grow your way. Mardi speaks candidly about burnout, quality control, the pitfalls of trend-chasing, and the realities of running a flower farm that’s both sustainable and soulful. Whether you’re a seasoned grower, a budding florist, or someone who just loves local flowers, this episode is packed with wisdom, humour, and deeply honest insights from someone living and breathing the field every day. 🌿 What We Cover: How Mardi went from corporate lawyer to full-time flower farmer The evolution of her crop focus and what she’s learned along the way Why she doubled down on dahlias, David Austins, and bearded irises Selling at the farm gate vs. wholesale vs. retail The business realities of flower farming (yes, spreadsheets matter!) What makes local flowers so f#%ing great Lessons from the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show Advice for anyone thinking about diving into flower farming 🌸 Guest: Mardi* – @qcflowerfarm Founder of Quite Contrary Flower Farm, Gippsland VIC Specialising in specialty cut flowers grown with heart and intention. 🌼 Links & Resources: Quite Contrary Flower Farm on Instagram American Specialty Cut Flower Growers Association (for those nerdy vase-life studies!) 💬 Let’s Keep Digging: Loved this chat? Share it with a friend, leave a review, and subscribe so you never miss a story from the soil up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Acre of Roses	11 Sep 2020	00:54:43
As a young girl, Sandy would visit her grandmother in the garden city of Christchurch, New Zealand, on holidays. It was during those special visits that she developed her deep love of flowers. With the middle name Rose, Sandy has always been drawn toward these special flowers that bloom so abundantly.In 2009, Sandy left her corporate career in marketing to pursue her passion for flowers. After being mentored by a retired florist, she opened her own floral studio specializing in events and weddings.A few years into owning her floral design business, Sandy had the opportunity to purchase rose bushes from a nursery that decided to focus exclusively on trees. She bought all 1,000 plants.“I knew we had good conditions to grow them, and given that we are over an hour away from the local wholesale flower market, I thought it was a good way to end the 2 a.m. jaunts to buy roses,” Sandy says. “At that point I had just finished reading Amy Stewart’s book, Flower Confidential, and was mortified about the global flower industry and its environmental and human health impacts.”As other florists in the area eagerly snapped up her fragrant organically grown roses, they started asking, “What else can you source and provide?” This simple question started her quest to find other local flower growers who could provide seasonal blooms beyond those she could grow. Meeting and connecting with other growers who were equally as passionate about seasonal blooms led to the creation of Consortium Botanicus. Recently she was appointed to the board of newly created Flowers Industry Australia which will provide advocacy for issues affecting flower growers and florists across Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Mount Vincent Flower Farm	11 Feb 2022	00:28:29
Mount vincent flower farm is a Micro Flower Farm located in mulbring in the Hunter Valley, nsw. Following organic practices to grow chemical free, bee friendly, frog friendly flowers to sell to the local community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Wild Violet Farm	18 Sep 2020	00:36:38
Sam Webb is well known for her beautiful home garden where she produces all of her families fruit and vegetables. However the love of flowers got her and she was offered a piece of land at Wandin North where she started her Wild Violet flower farm journey. Listen to Sam share her journey and the realities of growing such beautiful blooms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Little Lyndoch Flower Farm	23 Jul 2021	00:35:04
Katie and Rob ~ Building our dream boutique flower farm in the Barossa Valley. After moving to our property Rob fell in love with growing and caring for 6 dahlia plants. Im a florist and together we run an event business so the idea of growing our own flowers and using them in our work and being able to offer our clients fresh locally grown blooms was our inspiration. Our little farm and first season was our lockdown project which has turned into a growing business thanks to the support of our community and has given us both purpose. We have found our true passion and cant wait to learn more and now offer our industry friends beautiful blooms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Bonus Episode: Flos Botanical	11 Nov 2020	00:29:45
A Melbourne based floral art studio that celebrates the delicate, the unexpected and the brave. Lead by Founder and Creative Director Vivien Hollingsworth they are an experienced team of passionate floral artists that focus on locally grown, artisanal blooms and honouring the abundance of seasons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	🎙 Dish the Dirt: 302 Flower Farm — Growing with Heart, Heritage & Dahlias	29 Apr 2025	00:22:37
Host: Bec Noble \| Episode Recorded Live at the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show 2025 In this special episode, we meet Anna and Ray from 302 Flower Farm, a passionate husband-and-wife team growing seasonal blooms on their breathtaking property in Victoria’s Western District. From Proteas to Dahlias, tank water challenges to sunset views over the back paddock, Anna and Ray share their love for land, flowers, community, and the generations that have helped shape their farm. 🌼 Hear how they turned a shared love of gardening into a thriving family-run business. 🌿 Learn about their roadside stall, subscription model, and how teaching & mental health backgrounds influence their on-farm workshops. 💐 Discover the beauty of resilience, wild wombats, flower-loving grandchildren—and why connection to country and creativity are at the heart of what they do. 🌸 Plus: insights into their upcoming Mother's Day Workshop, their experience at Growers Avenue at MIFGS, and what’s next for this inspiring duo. ✨ Follow 302 Flower Farm: @302flowers 🎟 Book their workshops & events: https://www.302flowers.com 🌻 Support local flower farmers. Share the beauty. Keep being blooming fabulous. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	🎙 The Solo Gardener: Growing Biodiversity & Bold Dreams with Jodie from 5 Acre Farm	20 May 2025	00:29:05
🌱 Guest: Jodie (aka The Solo Gardener), 5 Acre Farm, Taradale VIC 📍 Recorded at: Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show – Growers Avenue In this episode, we meet Jodie, a self-described Solo Gardener and the driving force behind 5 Acre Farm in Taradale, Victoria. Jodie shares her inspiring journey from corporate life to cultivating a biodiverse dream on Dja Dja Wurrung country—navigating the realities of farming, floristry, creativity, and courage, all as a one-woman powerhouse. We talk about her bold career shift, her passion for biodiversity, and the creation of the BioBed installation at the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show—a floral bed frame bursting with life and layered meaning. Jodie reflects on her biggest challenges, her love of learning through doing, and the importance of building community—especially for women stepping into land-based lives on their own terms. She also shares her plans for the future, from composting with locals to flower-growing workshops, art exhibitions, and more. Making the leap from corporate to creative rural life The meaning and message behind the BioBed What it really takes to run a farm solo Thoughts on biodiversity, community composting, and resilient soil Finding purpose and joy through small, meaningful actions Jodie’s advice for anyone dreaming of starting something new “If you’ve got a dream—just go and do it. Step into the fear and start. You don’t have to know everything. You’ll learn as you go.” 5 Acre Farm Growers Avenue at MIFGS YIMBI Composting Group Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. 🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Meadowbrook Flower Farm - Brookes story.	27 Nov 2025	00:41:15
We’re closing out 2025 with a soulful, grounded, and beautifully honest conversation with Brooke Stewart of Meadowbrook Flower Farm. Set between Port Fairy and Warrnambool, Brooke’s six-acre farm is shaped by wind, weather, family, and the deep desire to build something meaningful from home. Brooke shares how flower farming became the anchor she needed during motherhood, a FIFO lifestyle, raising a child with Williams Syndrome, and the isolation of early COVID. What started with a handful of Aldi dahlias, a cottage garden, and a suggestion to “go for a walk and listen to a podcast” has grown into a thriving, seasonal farm that reflects her resilience, curiosity, and huge heart. This episode is rich with learning, laughter, and the kind of honesty that reminds us why Dish the Dirt exists: to celebrate the growers, the stories, and the small everyday triumphs happening on farms across Australia. As the final episode of the year, it feels fitting, grounding, and full of hope. Thank you to every listener who has tuned in, shared an episode, spread the word, and supported local flower farmers in 2025. This community is a gift. 🌿 What We Talk About How Brooke discovered flower farming through motherhood and a well-timed podcast recommendation Building a flower farm around FIFO schedules & family life Moving from a 120-year-old cottage to six acres of possibility Floods, droughts, crickets, windbreaks & the unpredictable reality of farming Her love for bulbs (especially gladioli!) and planning crops around life, not perfection Soil regeneration, composting & reducing inputs The power of showing up at conferences and finding your flower farming “village” Overcoming imposter syndrome and claiming the title “farmer” Community dinners, local networks & the importance of women supporting women 💐 Brooke’s Quick-Fire Answers 3 things she’d take if she had to leave quickly: Her zero-turn mower A sunflower head for seeds A handful of trusty snips One flower to repopulate an empty island: Bells of Ireland (or Gladioli!) Flower hero: Lisa Mason Ziegler ✨ End-of-Year Notes This is the final Dish the Dirt episode of 2025. Thank you for: every listen every share every message every time you’ve supported a grower featured on the show Your support builds this community, lifts up our growers, and keeps these stories alive. I can’t wait to bring you more voices, more farms, and more beauty in 2026. 📣 Connect with Brooke Add any links here if you’d like @meadowbrookeflowerfarm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Hunter Flower Collective – Building Community in the Hunter Valley	29 Oct 2025	00:47:49
Guests: Elsa from Hunter Forage & Madeline from Mount Vincent Flower Farm In this episode, Rebecca chats with Elsa and Madeline about how a small group of passionate local growers turned into a thriving community of 30+ members known as the Hunter Flower Collective. We talk about: 🌼 How the collective began — and the joy of growing from five friends to 31 members 🌸 The challenges and creativity of micro-scale flower farming on residential blocks 🌿 How connection, collaboration, and shared learning have become their biggest strengths 💧 Dealing with floods, pests, and limited space — and finding resilience through community 💐 The importance of supporting local florists and fostering strong grower–florist relationships The Hunter Flower Collective is proof that big things grow from small beginnings — and that when flower farmers come together, they can change the landscape of their region. Connect with the Hunter Flower Collective: Instagram → @hunterflowercollective Elsa → @hunter_forage Mentioned in this episode: The Harvest (Hunter Valley’s local flower hub) Grow Not Flown Earthenry Flower Farm (TAS) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Broula Farm	04 Dec 2020	00:37:45
Broula Farm is located on the lands of the Worimi people, now known as Gloucester on the mid coast of NSW. Sheena and Sue are committed to stewarding the land and creating a sustainable, regenerative farm experience so that they can leave the land better than they found it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Introduction Episode	17 Jul 2020	00:06:33
A little background into me and why a started on this journey of Dish the Dirt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Collector Cottage	07 Mar 2022	00:41:28
Rachel began teaching Languages in 1994. She was a school teacher for 20 years before changing career paths. Rachel started two business between 2013-2018 and met husband Dean. In 2018, Rachel and Dean purchased their 2000 sqm block and relocated a 1920’s federation home to commence a new venture; a micro flower farm and couples’ retreat BnB at their property in Collector NSW, just 30mins north of Canberra.With a deep and lifelong love of nature, flowers, creativity and all things beautiful, Collector Cottage is Rachel’s heart and soul, brought to life.Rachel is now a farmer and qualified florist growing seasonal chemical free flowers. Predominantly she grows Roses and Dahlias seasonally. When she isn’t in the flower field you will find her looking after her self-contained bnb cottage for guests.Rachel is a lover of old things, vintage pieces that tell a story together with a touch of magic that is reflected in her creative wreaths and bouquets.Having escaped the hustle and bustle of city life, Rachel is passionate about providing others with a sanctuary where they can decompress, slow down and simply, be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Nood Blooms	10 Sep 2021	01:00:55
Nood Blooms is owned and operated by Micheal Allen. Established in 2018 and situated in Monbulk Victoria. He is one of the few rose growers left in Australia. This commerical flower farm primarily grows roses with approximately 24,000 in total. These consist of David Austin’s and greenhouse grown roses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Fleur de Lyonville	31 Jul 2020	00:39:13
Episode three - Today I chat to Janae and Chris from Fleur de Lyonville where they farm with nature in mind, completely avoiding chemical sprays. Recycling and rejuvenation are always forefront in the operation of their farm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Dunkeld Farm	13 Nov 2020	00:36:32
10KM out of Bathurst you will find Dunkeld Flower Farm growing and arranging wild, untamed seasonal blooms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Northern NSW Flood Episode	14 Mar 2022	00:25:11
Tara from Olive Gap Farm shared her experience and the stories of those around her who have lost everything. https://www.floodhelpnr.com.au/ is the organisation that Tara has shared with me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Redlands Fresh Flowers	04 Feb 2022	01:10:14
Redlands Fresh Flowers is Family run and owned. Dave Nijjar and his son have been in the Redlands for the past 3 decades growing quality fresh flowers and foliage. Dave and Jas share the business operations with their sons Jatinder, Lakh, Jas and Jatinder’s wife Mandeep.Dave and Jatinder know how to grow quality Gerbera’s, Roses, Chrysanthemums, Lissianthus, Delphinium, Stock, Snap Dragons, Sun Flowers the list is endless they also grow foliage and fillers as well. Detail in the preparation of flower growing from seedlings, managing the soil to picking and quality control in sorting is paramount they have won many product quality awards.Redlands Fresh Flowers have been supplying flowers to florists in Brisbane, Beenleigh, Cannon Hill, Capalaba, Carindale, Cleveland, Coorparoo, Logan, Loganholme and to the General public for special occasions for generations.Redlands Fresh Flowers stand by their product due to the fact that they grow majority of their own stock and also that they have nurtured their relationship with the countries top Flower Growers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Glenbernie Family Farm	20 Aug 2021	00:33:49
Marika and John’s Farm Glenbernie Family Farms is a small flower farm set on ten acres in the Hawkesbury an hour west of Sydney. Marika and John have years of experience in the agriculture industry and have farmed on the property in Kurmond for 14 years. When COVID hit last year Marika was home schooling her 4 school age children. Being home more she found herself gardening at every chance she had. Finding Erin of Floret online reading her books. Marika’s love of farming and growing seeds started the talk of a flower farm. It was a long slow process learning so much and still learning.We’re a pick your own flower farm, bringing the Sydney community together. We supply florist and the general public. Just recently hosting online workshops and we will hold workshops on the farm when all the COVID restrictions are over. It’s so important for our local community to see where there flowers come from, how there grown and how beautiful fresh Australian flowers can be and are. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Building The Harvest – A Grower–Florist Click and Collect in Newcastle	26 Aug 2025	01:01:03
n this episode of Dish the Dirt, I sit down with Sarah from Quail Cottage and Ash, wedding florist Film and Foliage and founder of Wildflower Academy, to talk about The Harvest—a collection point that’s transforming the way florists and growers connect in the Hunter Valley and Newcastle region. We dive into how a simple idea—bringing growers together under one roof—has grown into a supportive community that’s making local flowers more accessible, profitable, and sustainable. From collaborative crop planning to navigating pricing, mentoring new growers, and strengthening relationships between florists and farmers, Sarah and Ash share the challenges, wins, and unexpected joys of starting The Harvest. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: Sarah’s journey from a packet of zinnia seeds to a thriving micro flower farm. Ash’s path from weddings to coaching florists and championing local flowers. The origin story of The Harvest—how convenience sparked community. Why visual ordering platforms like Floralist are game-changing for florists. The importance of collaboration over competition in small-scale flower growing. How The Harvest is helping growers become more strategic, profitable, and connected. Environmental and creative impacts of choosing locally grown blooms. Practical advice for anyone wanting to set up a similar model in their own community. Links & Resources Mentioned: Quail Cottage (Sarah’s flower farm) @quayle.cottage Film and Foliage (Ash’s Floristry Business) @filmandfoliage Floralist platform ✨ If you’ve ever dreamed of creating stronger connections between florists and growers—or are curious about how local flower collectives work—this episode is full of insight and inspiration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	🎙️ Saying Yes to the Farm Life – Janae & Chris of Fleurs de Lyonville	03 Jun 2025	00:21:23
🌸 Episode Summary: In this heartfelt and honest episode of Dish the Dirt, we catch up with Janae and Chris from Fleurs de Lyonville—a flower farming couple based just outside of Melbourne. Recorded live at the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show as part of our Growers Avenue series, this conversation offers a grounded look into what it really takes to grow a sustainable flower farm and business as a family. From managing over 50 different flower varieties, running farm tours, hosting workshops, and launching a thriving pottery side business, to surviving tough seasons (including sheep-related seedling sabotage!), Janae and Chris share it all with humour and vulnerability. Whether you’re just starting out, in the thick of it, or wondering how to take the next step—this episode is full of relatable moments, practical insights, and encouragement. And personally, this episode means a lot. From my first bucket of dahlias, to the very first season of Dish the Dirt, to Growers Avenue—Janae and Chris have always said yes, and I’m deeply grateful for their continued support and belief in this community. 🌿 In This Episode, We Cover: Running a flower farm as a couple and raising a family Building multiple income streams (retail, wholesale, events, pottery, tours) Structuring a diverse growing season for mixed bouquets How COVID reshaped their business—and what’s stuck Pottery + petals: merging creative passions What to know before hosting tours on your property Why microflower farms matter more than ever 🌻 Connect with Flore de Lienville: 📸 Instagram: @fleurs_de_Lyonville 🌐 Website: www.fleursdelyonville.com.au 💬 Loved this episode? Please share it, tag us on socials, and leave a review so more growers and dreamers can find these stories. Your support helps this podcast grow—just like flowers, from the soil up. 🌱 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Bloom into You	21 Aug 2020	00:36:43
This week I get Tash and Hayden from Bloom into You located in Flowerdale Victoria to Dish the Dirt on their regenerative practices and how they found their farm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Little Forest Garden	28 Jul 2022	00:38:22
I’m Lizzy and I’m based 10km south of Cressy in theNorthern Midlands of Tasmania. I’m an avid gardener and have begun supplying seasonal homegrown blooms to local florists in recent years. My area of speciality is dahlias. I grow my flowers in our large cottage garden on my parents 770 hectare farm “Little Forest”. The cottage I live in was built by my great grandparents in the early 1900s and i have completely rebuilt the flower garden, large orchard & vegetable garden since moving in back in 2007. This winter I’m increasing my dahlia growing area & moving into the paddock to meet local demand! I’m slowly turning my hobby into a little financial business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Little Triffids Flowers	18 Dec 2020	00:40:37
Little Triffids Flowers is a floral design studio and flourishing micro flower farm, based in Wagga Wagga. From our idyllic little quarter acre block, we get our hands dirty pouring love and attention into the hundreds of varieties we cultivate from September to May each year. This means our flowers are field grown and seasonal, bringing a natural garden aesthetic to our arrangements and they are as fresh as can be.On the rich clay soil of North Wagga, with the Riverina’s four distinct seasons, we can grow a huge variety of stunning flowers. We love ranunculus, dahlias, roses and delphiniums as well as more unusual and delicate blooms such as chocolate cosmos, foxglove, nigella and lupin. And we love each and every one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Farm Tour Monvale Flowers	16 Jul 2021	00:01:54
Tickets can be found on @_dishthedirt_ Instagram or via the link https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/163138237861 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Southern Highlands Flower Farm	06 Aug 2021	00:47:12
Southern Highlands Flower Farm is a micro flower farm created by myself, Jen Foster, in the Winter of 2019, three years after falling in love with the Southern Highlands and making the quintessential tree-change from Sydney with my husband and two sons. My pre-children corporate life never fulfilled me the way my boys and nature do, so my flower farm was born from a passion to incorporate these two parts of my life and build a sustainable business at the same time. The trigger was when I was studying Horticulture and my eldest son wanted to grow something with me to sell at the markets, so we decided to plant some flowers. I am known for my obsession with epic projects and I luckily have a very patient and accommodating husband, as I dove in head-first! My goal is to produce seasonal sustainable garden-style blooms in my one acre growing space, that create a visual joy that I can share with our community. A smile is priceless and if I can create that with my locally grown flowers, then I am a happy grower. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Soho Rose Farm	14 Dec 2022	00:56:03
Soho Rose farm is a cut flower farm growing field grown garden roses and seasonal flowers in the heart of our family run working cattle, potato and cropping farm within the Hepburn Springs farming district. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Charmers Garden	16 Jul 2021	00:35:04
The Charmers Garden is a flower patch located in Serpentine, Victoria. The flowers are grown by Anna, a mother and photographer, who was drawn to gardening as a tool to help manage her anxiety and help her children connect with nature. Although the Charmers Garden is small, it is mighty and produces an abundance of blooms for florists, event organisers and the general public. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Three Valleys Flower Farms	06 Nov 2022	00:49:33
A COLLABORATION OF FOUR FLOWER FARMERSWe are Three Valleys Flower Farms, a collaboration of flower farmers located across Cardrona, Maungawera and the Lindis valleys in the Upper Clutha Basin.With a love for all things floral we are passionate about growing stunning seasonal blooms. We are consciously growing artisan garden flowers sustainably that are full of character, for you, our local community.THE FARMERSAnna MackayCARDRONA FRESHJenny ClarkSTUDIO 24 BOTANICALSSarah RutherfordTHE JOY FARMER Vera YakzhikALPINE BLOOMS FARM find them - hello@threevalleysflowerfarms.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Florelie Seasonal Flowers	17 Jul 2020	00:39:17
Today we speak to the inspirational Lorelie Merton of Florelie Seasonal Flowers. This is our first ever episode! Enjoy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Small Farm, Big Heart – Pretty Little Flower Farm with Sharon \| Season Finale	15 Jul 2025	00:52:08
In this final episode of the season, host Rebecca Noble chats with Sharon from Pretty Little Flower Farm in Seville, Victoria. Sharon shares how her love of gardening, a lockdown during COVID, and a fascination with dahlias sparked a journey into flower farming — one that’s bloomed into a thriving roadside stall and a meaningful connection with her local community. Growing on just 400 square metres, Sharon proves that you don’t need acres to grow beauty — just intention, creativity, and a whole lot of heart. She opens up about the challenges of balancing work and flowers, how she designs her seasons around sustainability and sanity, and the pride of representing micro growers at the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show as part of Growers Avenue 2025. Plus, an important post-recording note on insurance for roadside flower stalls — a must-listen for anyone selling from home. Sharon’s journey from gardener to flower farmer Starting small: building a farm with salvaged materials and big dreams The magic of her roadside flower stall and why Saturdays are non-negotiable Why she’s committed to only growing in summer – and how that helps prevent burnout Her experience as part of Growers Avenue 2025 at MIFGS Giving back to her community and keeping flower farming sustainable Advice for anyone starting out with limited space Important insurance tips for roadside sellers Sharon – Pretty Little Flower Farm Location: Seville, VIC Instagram: @pretty_little_flower_farm We’d love to hear from you! 📧 Email: dishthedirtpodcast@gmail.com Rebecca Noble – @dishthedirt To all the growers, florists, listeners, and supporters – thank you for making this season of Dish the Dirt so special. Your passion, honesty and flowers continue to inspire. See you in soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Mt Joy Cottage	04 Aug 2020	00:30:10
Today’s bonus episode is to bring a bit of hope and inspiration to your week. It’s been very tough for the community and this story is one that will lift your spirits. Kirsten is a qualified florist and along with her family they grow and arrange a wide variety of seasonal blooms from their 1/2 acre property in Eastern suburbs of Melbourne. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	The Rook Blooms	24 Jul 2020	00:36:10
Episode Two! Today I get to interview a wonderful friend of mine, Hayley from the Rook Blooms. Hayley grows dahlias and ranunculus amongst other things on her property in Bullengarook, Victoria. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Hut Flower Farm	16 Oct 2020	00:37:22
The Hut Flower Farm is a family run farm in Southern Tasmania. They grow a variety of seasonal blooms, including roses, dahlias, ranunculus, annuals such as cosmos, chocolate lace and amaranth. Perennials such as ninebark, eucalyptus, hydrangeas nad viburnums. They aim to provide a local and sustainable alternative to flowers flown to their beautiful island state. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Paddock to Posy	05 Sep 2020	00:41:36
A wonderful chat about how Josie, Chris and their three daughters came to be on this beautiful farm in Newlyn Victoria. Specialising in David Austin Roses, Josie hopes to one day be able to offer a wide variety of cut flowers to her wholesale and bridal clients. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Curreys Flowers	03 Dec 2021	00:43:00
Curreys flowers is located in Karalee 40 mins west of Brisbane in QLD. It is a family owned and operated Flower farm specialising in Premium Roses and Gerberas. Founded by Don and Lynda Currey on the family cattle farm over 45 years ago, Sonia and her husband help manage the farm and are in transition of Don and Lynda retiring. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Sunrise Organic Flowers	28 Aug 2020	00:39:45
Episode 8!! Please review at Apple Podcasts, so this can reach more people. At Sunrise Organic Flowers beauty and sustainability go hand in hand. Our summer flowering beauties and indigenous treasures are field grown on our certified domestic organic farm. Sunrise Organic Flowers is three acres, tucked in to 297 acres of Trust for Nature conservation-covenant protected forest. It's very special to caretake land like this and we take it seriously; another reason we're organic. No toxic sprays or excess nutrient runoff to disturb the delicate ecological balance of this magical wonderland we're so fortunate to call home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Maya Linnell - Bonus Episode.	10 Jun 2022	00:46:48
From country show baking to raising orphaned lambs, bestselling author Maya Linnell writes about the life she lives and loves. A keen bookworm, wannabe flower farmer and former rural journalist, Maya also hosts a monthly online show called Library Lovers, for the digital app Libby OverDrive. She lives in rural Victoria with a menagerie of animals, sweeping gardens, three young bookworms and the odd tiger snake or three @maya.linnell.writes or mayalinnell.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Belle Bouquets	06 Nov 2020	00:42:52
My name is Lisel Vonhoff from Belle Bouquets and I am a small farmer florist in the Darling Downs or to be more specific, Pechey, Queensland. Together with my husband and 4 children I live on 160 acres where along with a number of cows, a little flock of sheep and some chickens, I have a small plot where I grow a mixture of roses, dahlias and cottage annuals and during my season (September to May) I make up weekly bunches, create and work on a small amount of wedding flowers as well as floral workshops held here at my converted dairy studio. I have been growing flowers for the last 5 years or so and every year gets better and better. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Springview Irises – The Beauty of Bearded Blooms	07 Oct 2025	00:49:35
Guest: Caitie O’Grady – Springview Irises, Ebden VIC Host: Rebecca Noble Nestled in the hills of northeast Victoria overlooking Lake Hume, Springview Irises is home to hundreds of bearded iris varieties grown by Caitie O’Grady and her family. In this episode, Caitie shares her journey from planting flowers in her childhood sandpit to running a thriving iris farm known for its colour, character, and care. We talk about: 🌸 The story behind Springview Irises and its stunning lakeside setting 🌸 Growing bearded irises for Australia’s climate — from soil to frost 🌸 Why irises are far more than just purple, yellow, and white 🌸 The joy of open days and connecting with people through flowers 🌸 The importance of supporting small, family-run flower farms Follow Caitie’s journey: 🔗 springviewirises.com.au 📸 Instagram & Facebook: @spring_view_irises Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Atkins Farm	21 Jul 2022	00:46:26
Atkins Farm is located in Meadows, 50 minutes from Adelaide nestled in the Adelaide Hills. Atkins Farm has been owned by the same family for three generations who have worked the property as a sheep and potato farm. The current owners Tim and Monika McArthur have reinvigorated the farm, bringing warmth and charm to this country property.In early 2022 we opened the farm to welcome guests to pick their own sunflowers during the global pandemic. What we didn’t realise or couldn't imagine was all the wonderful people we were lucky enough to meet from our community. We can’t wait to welcome guests back to the farm next summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	From Dream to Dahlia Dynasty — Lorelie of Florelie Seasonal Flowers	24 Jun 2025	00:33:44
🌸 Episode Summary: This episode is a special one — recorded back in 2020, it captures the early days of Florelie Seasonal Flowers, a specialty cut flower farm in Bungaree, just outside of Ballarat, Victoria. Lorelie shares how a bunch of homegrown peonies gifted on her birthday planted the seed for what has since grown into a thriving, full-time flower farm. At the time of recording, Loralee was growing on a small scale with dreams of something bigger — and as of today, Florelie spans 2.5 acres of cultivated blooms on a 20-acre property. We talk about: The power of starting small (200 pots, 300 dahlias!) Transitioning from speech pathology to flower farming Her passion for dahlia breeding and what makes Florelie’s tuber offerings so unique How she connects with florists and customers through Instagram Lessons learned about soil, irrigation, pests, and pinch points The importance of understanding crop viability and niche value Her long-term dream of a peony paddock — and how she’s slowly making it happen Whether you're a gardener, a florist, or dreaming of growing your own flowers — Loralee’s story is honest, practical, and deeply inspiring. 🌼 Connect with Florelie: Website: www.florelie.com.au Instagram: @florelieseasonalflowers 💐 Want to Grow Your Own? Sign up for dahlia tuber sale alerts, workshops, and seasonal tips via their website. The online shop typically opens between July–August each year. 🎧 Listen Now: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you tune in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Botany Sustainable Florist	09 Sep 2023	00:49:46
VOTE! Dish the dirt Listeners Choice Awards https://www.australianpodcastawards.com/voting Botany is a sustainable online florist based in Melbourne. We take the traditional florist business model and give it a green overhaul, by offering products that have been created from farm to door without any single-use plastics or unnecessary packaging. We create all of our beautiful arrangements using only locally grown and seasonal flowers, and arrange them into glass vases that ensure your flowers arrive fresher and ready to enjoy! If you are as serious about sustainability as we are you will love sending flowers with Botany. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Helix Australia	14 Aug 2021	00:43:42
Helix Australia specialises in the breeding, licensing and marketing of new and improved varieties of Waxflower & Boronia.Established in 2008, Helix Australia is the global leader in Waxflower and Boronia breeding targeting both the cut flower and landscape sectors. Our highly sophisticated Waxflower and Boronia breeding programmes have developed vastly improved flowering characteristics including exciting new colours, unique petal shapes, extended flowering times and improved plant vigor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Growing Flowers for Seed: Emily from Petal & Bow Flowers	17 Jun 2025	00:32:06
n this episode of Dish the Dirt, we head to Coonamble, NSW, to meet Emily from Petal & Bow Flowers — a passionate grower carving out her own path in Australia’s warm, dry inland. What began as a maternity leave project has bloomed into four hectares of native paper daisies and a farm-based business focused not only on growing beautiful flowers, but also on harvesting and sharing their seeds. Emily shares her journey from backyard grower to managing a large-scale native flower operation, the clever ways she and her husband have built systems from scratch (including a DIY seed cleaner!), and how she’s now helping schools and community groups fundraise through meaningful flower-growing experiences. We also talk about: What it’s really like to farm in a hot, dry climate Why paper daisies (Rhodanthe) are her hero crop The importance of community, adaptability, and trial and error Her experience joining Growers Avenue at MIFGS And the beautiful momentum building around Australian-grown flowers and seed sharing This conversation is full of warmth, determination, and down-to-earth insight — a true reflection of Emily herself. 🌼 Follow Emily: Instagram: @petalandbow.flowers Website: https://petalandbowflowers.com.au 🌻 Want to support the show? Share this episode with a friend, tag us online, leave a review, or simply keep celebrating and buying local blooms. 🎧 Listen on: Spotify \| Apple Podcasts \| Google \| or wherever you tune in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
	Fratturo Flower Farm	20 Nov 2020	00:40:18
Situated just outside of Canberra, Amy farms on part of their 50 Acre block. Growing Dahlia, zinnias and chrysanthemums- having trialled other things and working out it was more economical to focus on a few and grow them well in more volume and colours. Going into their 4th season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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