by Lisa & Layne | Jan 19, 2023 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Planning on planting cool flowers in very early spring, including some that typically prefer to be direct-seeded? Wondering if sowing directly outdoors at that time of year is the best option? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss very early spring planting of cool-season...
by Lisa & Layne | Jan 12, 2023 | Podcast, Seed Talk
 Wondering which cool flowers you should only count on for one round of blooms? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss their list of “one and done” cool flowers and explain why this list of plants may differ depending on your climate. They cover why each of these...
by Lisa & Layne | Jan 5, 2023 | Podcast, Seed Talk
 Happy New Year, everyone! Interested in integrating the Pantone Color of the Year into your garden or floral arrangements? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the Pantone Color of the Year for 2023 (‘Viva Magenta’) and a flower that matches this color...
by Lisa & Layne | Dec 29, 2022 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Have you ever wondered how the seed in your packets was actually produced? Interested in learning how to save seed from your celosia plants? Today, Lisa and Layne are joined by Emily Nekl of Fuggles Flowers to discuss her experience this past year growing ‘Texas...
by Lisa & Layne | Dec 22, 2022 | Podcast, Seed Talk
 Are your fall-planted cool flowers getting too large or even trying to bloom before winter? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss why bigger is not necessarily better for cool flowers heading into winter, tips for trying to slow the growth of your plants, and what to do if...
by Lisa & Layne | Dec 15, 2022 | Podcast, Seed Talk
 Do you love having the showstopping blooms of amaryllis in your home during the wintertime? Wondering how to care for your growing plant and what to do after it blooms? Today, Lisa and Layne are joined by Val Schirmer of Three Toads Farm to discuss the ins and outs...
by Lisa & Layne | Dec 8, 2022 | Podcast, Seed Talk
 Interested in flower arranging but wondering which tools and supplies you need to get started? Today, florist Ellen Frost of Local Color Flowers joins Lisa and Layne to discuss the key items you need in your toolbox. Whether you are interested in floral design...
by Lisa & Layne | Dec 1, 2022 | Podcast, Seed Talk
 Shopping for a gardener (or yourself) this holiday season? Lisa and Layne have you covered! In a singing Santa hat and antlers, Lisa and Layne discuss their top gift ideas for gardeners, flower farmers, and even houseplant lovers. Listen to the podcast for a fun...
by Lisa & Layne | Nov 24, 2022 | Podcast, Seed Talk
In honor of Thanksgiving Day in the United States, Lisa and Layne discuss two flowers they are thankful for – sunflowers and strawflowers. Listen to the podcast and learn what these beautiful flowers have to offer. For those celebrating Thanksgiving today, we...
by Lisa & Layne | Nov 17, 2022 | Podcast, Seed Talk
 You want your seeds to last as long as possible, but what storage conditions should you provide to maximize their shelf life? Join Lisa and Layne as they discuss tips and tricks for buying, storing, and even saving seed. They cover when to buy seed, how much to...
by Lisa & Layne | Nov 10, 2022 | Podcast, Seed Talk
 Looking for a flower with eye-catching color combinations to add interest to your bouquets? Bicolor sunflowers feature striking blends of yellow, orange, or buttercream petals brushed with plum, burgundy, or rust tones near the flower centers. Join Lisa and Layne as...
by Lisa & Layne | Nov 3, 2022 | Podcast, Seed Talk
 Wishing you could preserve the beauty of flowers long after the blooms in your garden or bouquet have faded? You can, with dried flowers! Today, Lisa and Layne are joined by florist Ellen Frost of Local Color Flowers to discuss tips and tricks for creating glorious...
by Lisa & Layne | Oct 27, 2022 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Planning on planting some or all of your Cool Flowers in very early spring? Think you can wait until then to prepare your beds? Think again! Join Lisa and Layne as they discuss the importance of preparing your beds for very early spring ahead of time, in fall. Listen...
by Lisa & Layne | Oct 20, 2022 | Podcast, Seed Talk
 You fall-planted the Cool Flowers hardy in your zone, but what additional steps can you take to protect your plants and make sure they overwinter successfully? Join Lisa and Layne as they address some of the most frequently asked questions about winter protection...
by Lisa & Layne | Sep 29, 2022 | Podcast, Seed Talk
 Have you ever considered how amazing it is that something as tiny as a seed can alter the course of someone’s life and take them in directions they never thought possible? Join Layne as she interviews Lisa about the various ways seeds changed her life. They discuss...
by Lisa & Layne | Sep 15, 2022 | Podcast, Seed Talk
You know which Cool Flower seeds to sow directly into the garden and when, but what steps should you take to ensure a thick, healthy stand of direct-seeded plants come springtime? Join Lisa and Layne as they share practical tips and tricks for successful outdoor...
by Lisa & Layne | Sep 8, 2022 | Podcast, Seed Talk
 Interested in growing larkspur, bachelor buttons, or bells of Ireland? Did you know that some of spring’s most coveted flowers – including these beauties – actually prefer to be sown directly outdoors rather than started indoors as transplants? Join Lisa and Layne...
by Lisa & Layne | Sep 1, 2022 | Podcast, Seed Talk
 Your Cool Flower seeds have sprouted – now what? Join Lisa and Layne as they discuss some of the most frequently asked questions about caring for your Cool Flower seedlings. They discuss grow lights, ideal air temperatures, transplant size, and more. Listen to the...
by Lisa & Layne | Aug 25, 2022 | Podcast, Seed Talk
 Ready to start your Cool Flower seeds but still have some lingering questions? Join Lisa and Layne as they discuss some of the most frequently asked questions about starting cool-season hardy annuals indoors from seed. They discuss heat mats, light requirements,...
by Lisa & Layne | Aug 13, 2022 | Podcast, Seed Talk
We are so excited to present our first episode of “Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne”, co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa has been flower farming for over two decades and is the founder and owner of The Gardener’s Workshop, where Layne...
by Lisa & Layne | Aug 8, 2022 | Podcast, Seed Talk
 Join Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo as they discuss all things related to gardening, flower farming, and growing from seed. Lisa brings over two decades of flower farming experience to the conversation, while Layne offers the perspective of an avid home...