Debra Prinzing is a Seattle-based writer, speaker, and leading advocate for American-grown flowers. Through her many Slow Flowers-branded projects, she has convened a national conversation that encourages consumers and professionals alike to make conscious choices about their floral purchases. Debra is the producer of SlowFlowers.com, the weekly "Slow Flowers Podcast," and the American Flowers Week (June 28 through July 4) campaign. Debra is a Florists' Review contributing editor for which she produces the "Slow Flowers Journal" section. She is author of 10 books, including Slow Flowers and The 50 Mile Bouquet. Follow Debra on Instagram at @myslowflowers and @dkprinzing.