Mini Sunflower Bouquets : How I Grow Them : Flower Hill Farm

Hi Flower Friends! It's Nicole from Flower Hill Farm- today I am making miniature sunflower bouquets and sharing how I space my ...

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🌻 Miniature sunflowers are created by planting Pro Cut sunflower seeds only two inches apart.

🌾 Dense planting of sunflower seeds leads to smaller blooms, around three inches wide, which are ideal for bouquets.

👩‍🌾 Nicole learned the technique for growing miniature sunflowers from Lisa Mason Ziegler of the Gardener's Workshop in Virginia.

🌼 For larger sunflower varieties, simply plant the seeds a bit further apart, as they will grow to fill the space provided.

🌱 Sunflower varieties like Pro Cut Gold and Pro Cut Horizon are favorites for bouquets due to their upward-facing blooms.

📦 When creating bouquets, Nicole mixes cinnamon basil, sunflowers, and other flowers for her CSA members.

📏 By planting sunflower seeds manually two to four inches apart, the resulting stems are compact and suitable for bunching together in arrangements.

🛍️ Efficient bouquet assembly involves creating an assembly line, which may not be as interesting to watch but allows for quick production.

🌹 Arabian Night dahlias, with their near-black color, are a striking addition to sunflower-based bouquets.

🌿 Cinnamon basil not only adds an aromatic element to arrangements but can also root in water, providing additional value to customers.

Timestamped Summary

00:17 Intro to miniature sunflowers and how planting them close together affects their size.

01:11 Heading to the field to check on the sunflowers.

01:37 Discussing the different types of Pro Cut sunflowers grown for customers.

02:08 Highlighting Pro Cut Horizon sunflowers and their bouquet-friendly stem orientation.

02:39 Describing the mix of flowers for CSA member bouquets, including cinnamon basil and status.

03:02 Preparing the sunflowers through the fence for delivery.

03:07 Showing Arabian Night dahlias that will be added to bouquets.

04:01 Discussing the inclusion of Cafe Ole dahlias as bonuses.

04:37 Introducing bokorel, a pale yellow dahlia variety.

05:31 Collecting ingredients for the day's bouquets on the porch.

06:14 Decision to use Arabian Night dahlias instead of status for the bouquets.

06:57 Making a bouquet with sunflowers, dahlias, and cinnamon basil.

12:18 Beginning to speed up the bouquet-making process.

13:00 Decides to leave status out of the bouquets.

14:17 Discussing the assembly line method used for making bouquets efficiently.

15:49 Explaining how cinnamon basil from last week is rooting and can be used by customers.

16:18 Showing assembly line layout for the remaining bouquets.

19:13 Concluding thoughts on the necessity of having a successful sunflower crop for a flower farmer.

20:53 Final look at the completed bouquets ready for delivery.

21:01 Wrapping up the video with a humorous end note.

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Q&A

How can I grow miniature sunflowers?

To grow miniature sunflowers, plant Pro Cut sunflower seeds about two inches apart. The close planting will result in small sunflowers, typically around three inches wide.

What are Pro Horizon sunflowers?

Pro Horizon sunflowers have a front-facing stem, causing them to look towards the sky when they bloom. This characteristic makes them perfect for bouquets as they stand upright and face in a pleasant direction for display.

How do you cut sunflowers for bouquets?

When you cut sunflowers for bouquets, remove all the leaves that might be below the waterline in the vase to prevent them from deteriorating. It is also common to strip off leaves that have any bug damage or fungal spots.

Can I use Quick Dip to extend the vase life of flowers?

Yes, you can use Quick Dip on most flowers, including dahlias and basil, to extend their vase life. Quick Dip can also help certain wilting stems bounce back when re-cut and placed in the solution before transferring to fresh water.

What is cinnamon basil and can it be used in bouquets?

Cinnamon basil is a variety of basil that is edible and has a delicious flavor. It can be added to bouquets for fragrance and can root in water, allowing your customers to potentially plant and grow their own after it's spent time in a vase.

How can I ensure my sunflowers don't get eaten by field mice?

To prevent field mice from eating your sunflowers as they ripen in the field, harvest them at the first sign of blush (when they start to show color) and let them continue ripening off the plant, such as on a table. There is no difference in flavor when they're allowed to ripen off the plant.

Can the size of the bouquet affect how it is arranged?

Generally, the bouquet recipient will personalize their arrangement in their vase. However, when creating bouquets, it's important to consider the height and position of each stem for visual balance, even though they're not intended to stay exactly in place like a bridal bouquet.