The Dirt on Flowers

In this episode of The Dirt on Flowers, Lyndsay and Shannon welcome Megan Duncan, founder of Minted Vintage, a thriving outdoor vendor market with over 100 vendors and a 90% return rate. Megan shares her journey running a creative business and launching the market in 2019. The conversation covers key topics including vendor curation, logistics, permits, marketing strategies, early bird ticketing, and creating memorable customer experiences through themes and photo opportunities. Megan emphasizes that prioritizing vendor success, clear communication, and authentic passion are the foundations of a well-run, profitable market.
Learn more about this weeks guest Megan Duncan (Minted Vintage Market): Website, Facebook and Instagram
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Shannon @bloomhillfarm

In this episode of The Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon, the two flower farmers catch up on their tulip harvests, with Shannon wrapping up a fast two-week season and Lyndsay dealing with hail damage in her fields. They discuss flower variety preferences, including a debate over yellow tulips, and share strategies for managing spring crops in tunnels. The hosts also offer practical advice on planning for Mother's Day when tulips are finished and peonies aren't yet ready. They close with a preview of Friday's episode featuring market expert Megan Duncan.
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Shannon @bloomhillfarm

In this episode of The Dirt on Flowers, Lyndsay and Shannon deliver an energizing pep talk for flower farmers entering a new growing season. Drawing from their own six-figure farm experiences, they share five key reminders: stop comparing yourself to competitors and focus on your customers instead; embrace consistency as the foundation of long-term success; dream big and resist the urge to play small; invest wisely in essentials over trends; and build genuine connections with customers through authentic communication. Together, they inspire farmers to approach the season with confidence, clarity, and community.
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Shannon @bloomhillfarm

In this episode of The Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon, two flower farmers share an honest, unscripted conversation about the realities of farm life. They discuss tulip growing challenges, including unpredictable weather, harvest timing, and planting techniques. The duo also covers hiring farm help, planning summer crops like lisianthus and dahlias, and preparing for Mother's Day sales. Additional topics include a homemade calcium fertilizer recipe, a USDA regenerative agriculture program, and an upcoming wedding flower workshop. Throughout, Lyndsay and Shannon balance humor and frustration with genuine passion for flower farming, offering relatable insights for fellow growers..
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Shannon @bloomhillfarm

In this episode of "The Dirt on Flowers," Lyndsay and Shannon interview Jenn and Adam O’Neil of Pepperharrow Farm in Iowa. The O’Neils share their 15-year journey growing from a small flower patch to a 60-acre farm, including a 12-acre lavender field. They discuss value-added products like dried flowers, lavender goods, workshops, farm dinners, and custom-bred zinnias. The conversation covers marketing, employee management, and creative ways to engage customers, offering inspiration and practical tips for flower farmers looking to diversify and grow their businesses sustainably.
Learn more about this weeks guest Pepperharrow Farm: Website, Facebook and Instagram
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