Floral Shop Podcast

Episode 18: The Art of Flower Farming: Randy Katz on Peonies and More


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Show Notes:

 

  • Meet Randy Katz from Aguita Flowers and learn about her journey from graphic design to flower farming

  • Randy discusses her shift from graphic design and landscape architecture to flower cultivation, emphasizing the skills and passions that guided him

  • Discover the obstacles Randy faced in starting her farm and the rewarding experiences of growing beautiful flowers

  • Insights into Randy’s passion for peonies, including her cultivation techniques, seasonal aspects, and diverse varieties

  • Learn about the importance of building strong customer relationships and the success of Randy’s peony subscription model

  • Explore Randy’s commitment to sustainable farming, including pest management, soil health, and eliminating invasive species

  • Understand how Randy balances income streams through sales to florists, local markets, and direct-to-consumer subscriptions

  • Randy’s experience growing various flowers beyond peonies and adapting to seasonal demands

  • Hear about Randy’s plans for Aguita Flowers, including expansion, hiring, and continued sustainability

  • Enjoy a fun segment where Randy answers questions about the floral industry, showcasing her expertise and passion

    This episode features an interview with:

     

    RANDY KATZ

    Owner of Aguita Flowers

    Randy Katz is the passionate owner of Aguita Flowers, a flower farm based in Virginia. Before delving into the world of flower farming, Randy had a successful career as a graphic designer and landscape architect. Her fascination with peonies led her to purchase a farm and cultivate a variety of flowers. 

    Over time, Randy has developed a thriving business, focusing on sustainable farming practices and building strong relationships with customers and florists. Her dedication to his craft and continuous learning has made Aguita Flowers a blooming success.

    Important Links and resources mentioned:

    Aguita Flowers

    Flower Subscriptions and Peony Subscriptions 

    Local markets and flower co-ops

     

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    Floral Shop PodcastBy Ziv Raviv