#358: Chaos to Clarity: The Origin of the BIG Calendar-Journal
The BIG Calendar-Journal: The Brain of My Flower Farm
Ever feel overwhelmed by seed starting and succession planting? In this episode, Lisa Mason Ziegler shares the origin story of the BIG Calendar-Journal—the simple wall calendar that turned her flower farm around. Discover how a giant calendar became her farm’s brain, why it works better than a garden journal or spreadsheet, and how it transformed chaos into a weekly rhythm of seed starting, planting, and harvesting.
You’ll learn:
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How succession planting became manageable (and profitable).
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The practical system Lisa uses to track planting dates, seed starts, and harvest notes.
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Tips for setting up your own BIG Calendar-Journal at home or on the farm.
Whether you’re a home gardener or a flower farmer, this tool can help you plan smarter, stay consistent, and build your own record of growing success.
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The BIG Calendar-Journal, from The Gardener's Workshop
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The Field and Garden Podcast is produced by Lisa Mason Ziegler, award-winning author of The Cut Flower Handbook, Vegetables Love Flowers, and Cool Flowers, owner of The Gardener’s Workshop, Flower Farming School Online, and the publisher of Farmer-Florist School Online and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa’s Story and connect with Lisa on social media!
