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Planning Your Cutting Patch with Roz Chandler
Planning Your Cutting Patch with Roz Chandler
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Length:
14 minutes
Released:
Jan 12, 2024
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Podcast episode
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Roz Chandler here! January vibes on planning your cutting patch. Don't miss our Feb 1st cut flower master classes on Facebook (Cut Flower Master Classes 2024).Plot Planning Essentials:Purpose: Define goals – personal joy or potential flower farm?Space: Tailor plans to your available space.Layout: Separate flower areas for charm. Consider raised beds.Sunlight: 6-8 hours' exposure; windbreaks if needed.Soil: Test pH, add compost. Go eco-friendly, avoid herbicides.Watering: Plan irrigation; rainwater harvesting is a plus.Germination: Choose a suitable space; care as seedlings grow.Tips for Success):Successional planting keeps blooms coming.Variety is key – perennials, biennials, herbs.Mind spacing, stake tall plants, embrace mulching.Manage pests with bio-controls, clean tools, and stay eco-friendly.Enjoy the process; initial setbacks are part of learning.Conclusion:Cheers to the journey! Embrace the learning curve, celebrate fresh blooms. Happy gardening! A Cut Above Waitlist: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/ACutAboveWaitlist The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub Lots of free resources on our website: www.thecutflowercollective.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers Facebook Groups Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874 Learn With The Cut Flower Collective https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnwiththecutflowercollective
Released:
Jan 12, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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