Growing your own wedding flowers

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In this episode of the Cut Flower Podcast, Roz Chandler discusses the joys and challenges of growing your own wedding flowers. She emphasizes the personal significance of using self-grown flowers, offers practical advice on flower selection, and stresses the importance of planning and timing. The episode also highlights the upcoming free online masterclasses designed to guide listeners through the process of growing and arranging flowers for weddings.

Takeaways

• Growing your own wedding flowers can be incredibly special.
• It's important to set realistic expectations when growing flowers.
• Foliage can enhance arrangements and add texture.
• Timing is crucial for successful flower growth.
• Plan backwards from your wedding date to ensure blooms are ready.
• Harvest flowers early in the morning or late in the evening.
• Keep arrangements simple and natural for a beautiful look.
• You don't need to be a professional florist to create beautiful arrangements.
• Flowers represent months of care, intention, and love.

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