From Garden to Pantry: My Review of 'How to Grow Medicinal Herbs' Beginner's Guide Book
A book review on a illustrated beginners guide to growing, harvesting, and making herbal remedies at home.
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Grow through the seasons.
Kara's complete cut-flower journal, with every published article in one searchable place.
June Garden Tour: What's Growing in My Vegetable and Cut Flower Garden
oin me for a June garden tour through my vegetable and cut flower beds, where I share what’s thriving right now, seasonal growing updates, and the blooms and…
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10 Flower Seeds to Sow in the Ground for a Cut Flower Garden
Discover 10 flower seeds to direct sow for an easy and prolific cut flower garden.
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3 Heartbreaking Ranunculus Growing Mistakes Explained
I am thankful for learning these 3 Ranunculus growing mistakes because it has made me grow better Ranunculus in the cut flower garden!
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What Seeds I'm Sowing in My Vegetable Garden This September
September is the perfect month to sow quick-growing vegetables for a fall harvest. From leafy greens to roots and peas, here’s what I’m planting now to keep my…
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Discover Enchanting Mangaves at Walters Gardens
Take a stroll through the Mangave garden at Walters Gardens with me from bold colors, sculptural shapes, and textures that stop you in your tracks. From Praying…
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Field to Flower Bed: The Journey of Perennial Plants
Every perennial has a story. It starts in a field, grows in a garden center, and finally blooms in your garden. Patience is key. The first year they sleep, the…
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Easy No-Carve Pumpkin: Dried Flower Decoration
Looking for the perfect idea for a no carve pumpkin? A dried flower pumpkin is a stunning option that combines the beauty of fall pumpkins with the charm of…
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Fall Gardening for Cut Flowers: My Seasonal Routine
Learn how I prepare my fall cut flower garden with soil amending, mulching, planting hardy annuals, and getting frost protection in for a successful spring bloom.
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3 Ways to Use Dried Flowers in Winter Decor
Explore unique ways to use dried flowers in winter decor.
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Love-in-a-Mist: The 3 Whimsical Nigella Varieties to Grow for Your Cut Flower Garden
3 Nigella flowers to add to your cut flower garden for Spring blooms
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Rooted in Joy and Growing with Purpose
Every bloom carries a memory, a lesson, and a connection waiting to be told. Each petal is a chapter, each bouquet a narrative of hope, resilience, and joy.
Read articleChecklist for a Thriving Zinnia Garden
This easy-to-follow Zinnia Growing Checklist walks you through every step, from seed to bloom, to help you grow a garden full of vibrant, long-lasting flowers.
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Easy Flowers to Plant in May for Stunning Summer Cut Flower Bouquets
Grow these 7 easy to sow flowers for an abundant summer cut flower garden.
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5 Beautiful Summer Flowers to Grow for Drying
There is something truly special about preserving summer flowers to enjoy long after they fade. I first discovered my love for dried flowers one winter as I was…
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What Makes a Garden a ‘Cut Flower’ Garden?
Discover what a cut flower garden is and how it differs from a traditional flower bed
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Bloom with Confidence: Top 5 Mistakes New Cut Flower Gardeners Make (And How to Avoid Them)
Starting your own cut flower garden is an exciting, rewarding and joyful adventure! Watching your seeds sprout and your flowers bloom can bring so much joy,…
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5 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Harvesting Cut Flowers
Learn the five most common mistakes people make when harvesting flowers — and how to avoid them for longer-lasting, more beautiful blooms!
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Bloom by Bloom: A Late April Tour of My Cut Flower & Vegetable Garden
Walk with me as I take you bed by bed of what the cut flower and vegetable plants look like in late April here in middle Tennessee.
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Bloom Talk: Weekly FAQ's from Cut Flower Gardeners
One of the most fun things about growing plants is you are constantly learning no matter how long you have been growing them. Each week on Instagram , TikTok and…
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20 Zinnia Facts Every Gardener Should Know
Tips for Growing, Harvesting, and Designing with This Cheerful Cut Flower
Read articleDigging, Dividing and Transplanting Daffodil Bulbs into a Grassy Field
Come with me as I show you how I dig, divide and transplant daffodil bulbs in the Spring!
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500 sq ft of Zinnia Bliss: What You Can Do with a Zinnia Seed Shaker
Grow a huge amount of Zinnias with this seed shaker can + 9 ways to use those flowers!
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Perfect Pairings: How Annuals and Perennials Can Elevate Rose Bouquets
Recently, I had the privilege of speaking at the Nashville Rose Society’s gathering at the stunning Cheekwood Estate & Gardens . As a flower grower and educator,…
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3 Perennial Cut Flowers to Grow for Shade Gardens
When it comes to cut flower gardens, full sun and annual flowers often steals the spotlight—but some of the most enchanting, long-lasting perennial blooms thrive…
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Botanical Garden Style Guide: Casual Chic Comfort for Strolling
There’s something magical about wandering through a botanical garden—surrounded by towering trees, tiny wildflowers, vibrant florals and sun-dappled pathways that…
Read articleHow to Design a Beautiful and Productive Cut Flower Garden
Why Design a Cut Flower Garden? Designing a cut flower garden is one of the most rewarding things you can do whether you're dreaming of armfuls of blooms for your…
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Vol. 1: From Seed to Stem: Weekly Garden Tales from Kara’s Farm
Week of March 23rd, 2025 Welcome to the first instillation of From Seed to Stem: Weekly Garden Tales from Kara’s Farm . Each week, I’ll be sharing a glimpse into…
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4 Zinnia Varieties That Are Perfect for Summer Cutting Gardens
If you’re dreaming of armloads of cheerful, long-lasting cut and come again blooms all summer long—zinnias are your go-to. These heat-loving, easy-to-grow beauties…
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Weathering the Storm: Essential Garden Prep for Severe Storms
How to Prepare Your Garden for Severe Thunderstorms and Tornadoes Spring and summer bring lush growth and vibrant blooms, but they can also bring severe weather,…
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Roses & Summer Blooms: My Upcoming Talk at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens
Speaking at Cheekwood Botanical Garden: Join Me for a Bloom-Filled Talk with the Nashville Rose Society! Facebook Pinterest Email I’m thrilled to share some…
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The Beautiful Pursuit: I'm in a Floret Documentary
About The Project I’m excited to share that I’m part of a new documentary video series that shares the honest and authentic story of what flower farming is really…
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How to Harvest Daffodils
How to Harvest Daffodils for Long-Lasting Blooms I have something crazy to tell you about Daffodils that you may not have know. Daffodils are one of my favorite…
Read articlePlanning Your 2025 Cut Flower Garden
Planning the 2025 Cut Flower Garden: A Step-by-Step Guide As we inch closer to Spring, it's the perfect time to start planning your cut flower garden for a season…
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Botanical Interests Cut Flowers Seeds I'm Growing in March 2025
One of my favorite parts of late winter is starting seeds for my cut flower garden. There’s something so rewarding about watching tiny seeds transform into…
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How I Keep My Greenhouse Warm: Simple & Effective Heating Methods
Greenhouse growing has been a fun, challenging experiment over the past year. I grow plants in the middle Tennessee area where our summers are hot and our winters…
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10 Essential Tools I Never Garden Without
No matter the season, there are certain tools I reach for every single day. These aren’t just nice to have but they make garowing cut flowers more efficient,…
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5 Hard-Earned Lessons I've Learned from My Years as a Flower Farmer
Flower farming is more than just growing beautiful blooms—it’s a journey filled with lessons, resilience, and constant adaptation. When I first started selling cut…
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Selling Cut Flowers: My Journey Through Different Markets
Over the past 7 years, I've explored multiple ways to sell my fresh cut flowers that I grow. Each method has had its own challenges and rewards, and through trial…
Read articleFresh Flowers by Month: What's in Season by Month in Middle Tennessee
A List to What's in Bloom by Month for Seasonal Bouquets in Tennessee Hey Flower Friend! Welcome to my list of "What's in Bloom by Month". This list is based off…
Read articleDried Flower Lecture
My experience at the Pick Tennessee Conference & Teaching about Dried Florals Connecting with Fellow Growers at Pick TN The Pick TN Conference was an enlightening…
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Pricking Out Snapdragon Seedlings
Mastering the Art of Pricking Out and Transplanting Snapdragons Snapdragons are a classic flower to grow for Springtime blooms and I can’t imagine my cut flower…
Read articleFrom Suburbia to Farm Life: Our Farm Story
The Journey of How We Went from Neighborhood Living to Farm life Hey Flower Friend! If you are new to my page, I am Kara Jamison- owner of Blooming Joy Flower…
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