NEW FLOWER FARMERS NEED TO HEAR THIS!

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@IAMADWEBSTER 9 ай бұрын

This was the most authentic flower farming video I have watched. I hope you and your family are reaping the rewards of your hard work.

@dinobernardi170 2 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel. We are in our early 60's and have a very little homestead. You......young man are a breath of fresh air not only do we enjoy your videos but we mostly enjoy your approach simple and do with what you have around. No internet no tv no car payments etc. Great feeling isn't it. Enjoy your children as we enjoy our grandchildren, 7 & 9.

@leahharbison3189 2 жыл бұрын

They are gorgeous. Your hard work shows. Hoping God will give you bounties of blessings with your business.

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

We just have to be determined? That’s what I suppose. Thank you for your comment.

@Tuckerx6 2 жыл бұрын

My family has been farming for many years but this is my second year growing flowers. It is the best place to raise your children! Memories made with them on the farm is priceless. Keep up the good work and thanks for sharing your journey!

@marthahershberger4969 2 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of our farmers market days. Long hours and a lot of hard work to be ready to set up. I like your set up, beautiful flowers and the Husband/Wife team, Daddy/Daughter ~ Grandma/Grandson moments make it extra special and creating memories.

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad I can be flexible like that. That makes it enjoyable to be able to have our family come out for a picnic in the middle of the day, or take my grandma with me. Making memories and experiences are the best thing

@canadiangirl5159 2 жыл бұрын

Farm families use to be large, and farmers grew their own food, and as their kids got older, they help with the chores. Make Large Families Cool Again!

@thegrumpyhorticulturist Жыл бұрын

Need food? Grow your own! Need employees? Grow your own!

@audhdcreativity5899 Жыл бұрын

Or team up with a couple families if you are a small or very young family! ♡

@OfftoShambala 6 ай бұрын

I suggest this to people who always seem to be struggling, but the parents often buy into the bs idea that they should treat their children like princes and princesses. I’m older… sure some of these kids are doing ok … but, a lot of them literally cannot handle life and the parents continue to enable them well into their thirties.

@clarissakoederitz2743 Жыл бұрын

Wow, I love your videos. I just started watching and I will no longer try to get the vendors (at the farmer's market) to lower their prices. I can now appreciate the work that goes into this.

@kimberlygreidanus5639 2 жыл бұрын

love what your doing and especially as a husband/wife/family team...keep doing what your doing!!!

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It’s a big change from living the American life. A lot of sacrifices are made

@alexandracarrier2528 Ай бұрын

Thank you for showing the hard work and dedication it takes to run a flower farm 💐🙏🏼

@kristiryan740 2 жыл бұрын

I'd love to do this rather than my office job. Much happier way to earn a living. Peaceful.

@climaxhubbard Жыл бұрын

Damn, looks like dahlias will remain a hobby for me. Incredible looking flowers dude, nice work!

@denisetauben1930 2 жыл бұрын

You’re an Amazing young man. If the world had more it would truly be a Wonderful World! I’m 58yrs young and spent my early decades in the floral industry. I don’t think most ppl realize how hard the work is with fresh products. But can be very rewarding. Think you are on the right track. Bless you and your family. Here’s to all your dreams coming true.

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

It’s never ending work. There is always something to do and so perishable! Thank you for the encouragement.

@laradas6043 2 жыл бұрын

You are a true inspiration for so many young people who dream about easy money. Very proud of you...The dahlias and your farm is awesome. Wish we had more young men with that determination and devotion.

@maryb4001 Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your thoughts, experience & hard work providing beautiful flowers to so many 🙏🏼❤️

@blookieblay 2 жыл бұрын

WOW! Thank you for sharing this “day in the life”! You are a great inspiration. I am starting a flower market garden in the spring. I have been doing my research, studying flowers, how they grow, pests etc. I almost jumped for joy to hear you grow organically! That was one of my biggest worries is pest control organically. I am a life long gardener of the vegetable and fruit variety…gardener of herbals medicinal and culinary and yes I have dirt under my nails but I love it. Nothing like having your hands and feet in connection with the earth. I am now a loyal subsciber and I am looking forward to anything you can offer to help me and others like me on our path to growing flowers and a good wholesome life. Thank you!!!

@kathypope3010 2 жыл бұрын

God Bless You and your family are wonderful along with all your beautiful flowers you can't miss. You and your wife's hard work and sacrifice are very commendable.

@ElderandOakFarm 2 жыл бұрын

I'm just now finding your channel for the first time... This was my 1st year flower farming. Although it is extremely hard work, especially in the beginning- doing all that goes into the growing & making the bouquets & them sometimes not even selling them!, I'm so excited for year #2 👏 I'm really hoping to be able to grow a successful cutflower business & be able to work from home & spend more time with my family.

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

It takes a lot of planning. I would love to into detail about marketing your flowers! You can do it. It takes sacrifice, but know why your doing it ! I find that farmers markets are the hardest to sell. They take so much work !

@bloom4mewithjo 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I’m first year flower farmer too, loving it , looking forward to year two! I’ve also started drying and so can extend the season, I do a farmers market on a Saturday, and now have a shop that takes them, sold out last week! So hoping to expand that! X just keep going, we can all do this! X

@Autumnpeace 7 ай бұрын

You are very helpful. Nice to see a real man caring for his family. Hope you infinitely prosper.

@marm2371 Жыл бұрын

OMG!! I have a new appreciation when buying flowers at markets. I am tired just watching your day in the life of a flower farmer.

@gingerquinlan7953 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your inside look at all the work, time and dedication. It inspires me to keep going in my first year of planting and setting up. You ROCK!!!

@vanessam.w.4368 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reality of a cut flower garden. I may start a small one! Big thanks!!

@debbroughten7688 2 жыл бұрын

You have beautiful flowers

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. Maybe this spring I would like to sell some tubers of the ones that I’m growing as well and get a shipment going out

@reneclarkkersanty4256 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video! First year for me on a small city plot. Selling from a cart at the end of my driveway. Great information and so happy for you that you are doing so well! 💐🌱🌻

@jilllove818 2 жыл бұрын

How lovely of you to share so much information and show the reality of life as a flower farmer! It makes it so much easier to understand the cost of flowers. BUY LOCAL! Subscribed and following.

@jasmineharris9105 2 жыл бұрын

I love this so much almost made me cry I’m wishing you and your family a wonderful growing season

@elizabethstrietelmeier2974 2 жыл бұрын

This channel is amazing. I have littles too and I love that they are gonna grow up around flowers.

@bretallica13 2 жыл бұрын

Love the honesty and knowledge sharing!

@kaitlyngreen3321 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for all the hard work you put into the video and to your farm!!

@wenmeirhynard 10 ай бұрын

Totally agreed with you.

@nellmanning8547 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the beautiful flowers......Blessings !

@fairyontheweekend 2 жыл бұрын

Hey I’m here to support ❤️❤️❤️ I really appreciate your hard work. Wishing you the best!

@Kuderik Жыл бұрын

its been an inspiration. Great video keep it up!

@donnihatcher2679 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your dedication! You’re really helping us learn about our passion!

@jackpritchard9202 2 жыл бұрын

Love your energy awesome video and thanks for the tips, keep up the great work!

@elainemo 6 ай бұрын

This is beautiful.

@sharonloves 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. May your garden always have bountiful blooms. 🙏🏾

@virnaflowerfarm 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. I am just starting out!! This has been very inspirational to me.

@magpiegardenblooms 10 ай бұрын

Beautiful flowers! 🥰

@sugarplumdolls 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the excellent information and positivity!

@CrystalMendoza05 2 жыл бұрын

I love how realistically you approach work, life, and your priorities. I subbed. I’d love to watch your flower journey. 🌹

@freedomacreshomestead3723 2 жыл бұрын

You are amazing! Thank you so much for sharing this. We are just starting our flower farm and am inspired by what you are doing.

@pang-ngiavang1956 Жыл бұрын

I'm so grateful for your insights and advice. I love your flowers.

@yeeeehawww2521 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for keeping it real. Good luck to y’all! ✌️🌸

@DD-rt9lc 9 ай бұрын

wise words and clear sight

@ECole-le7we Жыл бұрын

Amazing!

@kristincochran4658 2 жыл бұрын

It's awesome having a goal to stay together as a family...I completely agree. Hey you mentioned some rows of your dahlias producing more money than others. What varieties are most productive for you? I have limited space and want the most bang for my space. Ty. So happy I found your channel as it's my first year flower farming. TIA

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

The way that I would answer this is which rows have I spent the most time on. Seems crazy to say that, but the more I pinch them in the early stages of vegetation the better off all my plants are. Then, you have 3x or 4x more stems in the beginning. It stunts them, yes. You won’t regret doing it though.

@sheilaanderson912 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed your video. Dahlias are my favorite flower. I wish you and your family great success!

@juliehouston1264 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful bouquets! All of that hard work shows! Thank you!

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you !

@cutflower36 2 жыл бұрын

Love it

@kobedeister5234 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful effort and work!

@barbsvoboda9634 2 жыл бұрын

Abosolutely beautiful! Thank you for sharing and being honest. It is back breaking work but so rewarding.

@alirE2904 Жыл бұрын

You are dedicated. I ADMIRE and appreciate yOUR WORK.

@nikkiholton6318 2 жыл бұрын

That is great advice !!! Those starter flowers !!! Ty for the time I took you to make this video !! Thank you for the information

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you ! I appreciate it. Maybe the info I share can help you

@Thrif-T 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video and being so transparent about everything.

@martiee6882 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with so much you just shared. Thanks for sharing your videos.

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

It’s real life, haha.

@ameliaterrell1953 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for breaking the numbers down. This is very important for people getting started. This is my first year and i will definitely have to expand to another market next season and grow dahlias!

@user-qk3ln5wn9q 10 ай бұрын

thanks for all the good information and I wish you every success.

@indigoduce 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Very honest. Best of luck to you on this journey.

@Flora_blooms 2 жыл бұрын

You are really really great hard work er Sir. Glad to have this kind of personality in now a days. Thanks for sharing all information....

@MsPinkFrosted Жыл бұрын

Getting ready to start a new season here in zone 5 in bc Canada. Great video, thanks for sharing. Lots of great ideas, thank you! Hope you and your family are all doing well. 🙏

@miketanner4822 9 ай бұрын

Lucky you, no deers to eat up your plants and you can leave them in the ground over winter. Good work

@matthewgarfield-bennett8771 Жыл бұрын

You seem to be doing a fantastic job - well done keep up the great work!

@marilynhughes7407 2 жыл бұрын

You do awesome work! Your flowers are beautiful 👍🏽

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the encouragement! Some days are hard !

@fam5max1 Жыл бұрын

Your video is awesome! Thank you for taking the time to share with us your knowledge and insights!!

@grandiesgarden175 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for being authentic!

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks you ! Glad you found us !

@bernadinenewland5100 2 жыл бұрын

Dalias were originally bred for food. The tubers are edible.

@gardengirl7446 2 жыл бұрын

Geez Louise you work hard! GOOD FOR YOU! wishing you every success and blessing ❤

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! There is a lot of work that goes into it

@kathleenellison6869 11 ай бұрын

Your dahlias are breathtaking. I am even more impressed with the beauty of your family plan.

@birgitelisabeth9661 5 ай бұрын

I loved them, too. I think I'll grow them in my garden this year. All of his flowers were very beautiful. If I lived closer I'd buy his flowers. I need to find a flower farmer around me so I can support them. He's right that many of the flowers in our stores are coming in from abroad. They are flown in at night by plane.

@daisykiester6728 2 жыл бұрын

I'm proud of you man. Keep it up.

@45jessiemad 2 жыл бұрын

Great video!! Being a flower farmer is hard work! Your farm is beautiful.

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Yes it is, Alex works very long days. -M

@lindapoworski2597 2 ай бұрын

Excellent video. You are a very hard worker. Be proud.

@cmyocum Жыл бұрын

You're awesome! I have so much respect for what you do and why you do it. I'm praying much success now and in the future!

@christiensgarden3325 2 жыл бұрын

Soo proud of you! I will take your tips and move forward to be a flower farmer! Just have to get land and start!

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Don't let anyone stop you. Sometimes we have to break the growing rules to see what works for us as growers in our location.

@g.christelbecker6349 11 ай бұрын

Very informative. Thank you and God bless you!!!

@njstyle07 Жыл бұрын

Good vidéo!! Very interesting😊 Thank's

@agardeningreece 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing work! I'm gonna make my first year on dahlia farming next year, after trialing Dahlias on my property in Greece (zone 9b-10) this year. Thank you for all the info!

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Wow that’s amazing ! I would love to see what you have there !

@agardeningreece 2 жыл бұрын

@@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead hope I ll make it through!!! I'll be posting on my insta and YT. Merry Christmas!!!

@IronSourceLLC 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@Bostoncrocus 2 жыл бұрын

I so appreciate the info since no one ever talks about the income and expenses. Thank you. Please consider using a hand warmer device to keep in your pocket. Im not really in the business but am dabbling a little. I found this very useful. McBride Flower Farm NC USA

@SansBFDI 2 жыл бұрын

I have been watching flower farming videos and yours just came through,I guess others are promoted but I am glad to find you.Great guy and lovely family!Wish the best for you!!!!

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

You can share it and promote it for us haha ! Thanks much

@margowhiterussian 6 ай бұрын

Good job hard working man

@joereddragon6724 2 жыл бұрын

That's honest and decent work. It is also very hard and tedious. Thank you for showing us how much work it is. We tend to understimate the amount of work that goes into everything thanks to super centers. It makes me appreciate flowers even more. Lots of respect man. You are working very hard for your family and they can be super proud of you.

@irenetorres8073 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! God bless you!

@maringrachart 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mr.flower farmer guy. You doing a great job for your family and to give others input to how it is to be a flower farmer. As for my thought of you you are a great father farmer and family provider. God bless you and your family include Your grandmother!!😁

@shulamitequeen 9 ай бұрын

Thank you🤗 am so glad to discover your channel. I am repente ring floriculture and very excited. I like the way you break things down and give encouragement and also the reality of burning out and it takes a lot of dedication and hard work.

@MommySOLImedia Жыл бұрын

I love your honesty and dedication…all the best to your family and your business!

@eddieslittlestack7919 Жыл бұрын

Excellent work sir Great video

@bevjensen2278 3 ай бұрын

Have you tried a flower stand at the end of your driveway or are you not on a busy road? And/or having Upick days for people to come and pick a bouquet for themselves? It's incredibly admirable that you're devoting such an incredible amount of work to get your farm to where you want it to be, especially on your own. I hope your mentor is also helping physically, because that looks pretty exhausting. Good luck, I hope you have a very successful year.

@CynthiaV23 6 ай бұрын

God bless you! Prayers this is a great success for you.

@marilynmcshan8570 2 жыл бұрын

You are a wise young man.

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! We have to be learning everyday !

@tammiereilly8829 2 жыл бұрын

You have what it takes to achieve your goals as a flower flower. If you grow flowers and sell flowers… then you are a flower farmer. This is also my first year as a flower farmer. This year I was dedicating to seeing what grows best in my area ( I’ve been gardening since I was 13 but have moved to the PNW and am unfamiliar with those conditions). I have left my career as an RN and flower farming is the next phase of my life. I love the 12 hour days outside (cold or heat) and wouldn’t trade it for anything. The Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers is an excellent resource for flower farmers. They have everything from national to local conventions and workshops to helping you to price your flowers competitively, without underselling your hard work or the work of other farmers in your area. I wish you and your family all the best in this adventure. You are building a beautiful legacy for your kids and showing them that something worth having takes all you can give it…and it’s worth it. ☺️❤️💐

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

It’s worth it all. I’m so flexible for them. I want to teach them. That is the goal! Sustainability, unique, and flexible. That’s what life is about is building experiences! It’s hard work for sure!

@flowerfolkfarm3553 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there from Australia! New sub here :) Loved this video, very relatable, and so important to think local when buying flowers. Well done, keep up the great work 🙌🏼 cheers Anita 🐝🌻

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your comment. Right now we’re probably on opposite weather schedules with you being in Australia. I’m glad you can follow along with us. My entire way is to be relatable and to show people buying local flowers or giving an experience is the ultimate goal

@ekstromsblomster 2 жыл бұрын

I'm starting a flower farm this year. Nice to hear how it really is. Inspiration to hear other guys in the flower farming. Will watch all your videos. Keep it up!

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much !

@niranjanjuliulambert2098 2 жыл бұрын

As a market gardener I would say, keep on doing again and again you will pass your goals soon

@zachmyers7506 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed you opening up about this lifestyle . I received Great inspiration and knowledge from your video.

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much

@IronJohn755 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing part of your journey. Hard work can burn you out, but you've got the satisfaction of doing real, honest work for a living, and spending that precious time with your family that most people are going to miss and never get back. Wishing you and your family good fortune in turning this into a good living.

@isaxiarhos8040 Жыл бұрын

love you video It describes exactly what we go through ... I come from a generations of farmers but I never realize the amount of work you have to put into until I became one. And yes I left my high paying job to become a farmer(which is crazy I know ) but I did for my children ... your video made me feel Im not alone

@gelinda2718 5 ай бұрын

Wow your a great guy I can tell and such a had worker ,your flowers are Beautiful! Good information that I can use .

@carladatema8685 2 жыл бұрын

I been a part time flower farmer for years! Going full time next year here in USA, Michigan when I retire! I also sell perennials at the farmers markets! Its my thing! I put together mixed bouquets. They seem to sell better at markets if you arrange them. Always something to do!

@WindyBrookRidgeHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve tried that! I’m glad that it works for you! The less handling I can do with each one the better off I am.

@ElderandOakFarm 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats on going full time!

@matthewkeesler1871 4 ай бұрын

Are you still in michigan?? Been thinking of trying this in my backyard here in grand rapids. Don't have a lot of land to really grow a lot. But would love this as a hobby and possible slight profit.