Episode Ep 108 May 31, 2024 1 hr 7 min

EP 108: Mastering Tulips with Linda D’Arco & Emily von Trapp

From The Dirt on Flowers Shannon Allen and Lyndsay Biehl

Lyndsay and Shannon are joined by Emily Von Tapp of von Trapp Flowers and Linda D'Aarco of Little Farmhouse Flowers to discuss their experiences in flower farming, with a focus on growing tulips. They share their unique approaches to planting, cultivating, and harvesting tulips, including their use of different methods like hydroponics and crate growing. They also touch on the challenges they've faced, such as pest control and climate impacts on production. The impact of the pandemic on their businesses is discussed, leading to innovative shifts like moving their Tulip Workshop online. The episode is rich with insights on the practicalities of tulip farming and the importance of education and community in the industry.

Check out our special guest:

Emily von Trapp of VonTrapp Flowers

Linda D'Aarco of Little Farmhouse Flowers

Tulip Workshop

Podcast Reference:

Storing Peonies and Tulips + How to Handle Cut Flowers After Harvest with Dr. John Dole

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