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One of the biggest challenges I have dealt with in setting up our farm is finding sources for everything that I need. And, other people must struggle with this too, because its one of the most common questions I get over on my instagram account – https://www.instagram.com/you.cant.eat.the.grass/
So, here is the list! And if there is anything else, ask in the comments. (Amazon links are affiliate links)
Bouquet Wrap Paper
https://www.uline.ca/Product/Detail/S-13732/Kraft-Paper-Wrap/30-lb-Kraft-Paper-Sheets-18-x-18
Stainless Steel Feed Buckets
https://amzn.to/3V2TWHh
SUMMER GEAR
Corona Snips
Curved blade – https://amzn.to/3EUUGso
Straight blade – https://amzn.to/3iaOCDq
Gloves – Watson Stealth Hero
https://amzn.to/3AEJzRN
Foldable Sunhat
https://amzn.to/3GAvdWx
Summer Overalls
https://www.duluthtrading.com/womens-heirloom-gardening-bib-overalls-16760.html
Work Pants
https://www.duluthtrading.com/women/bottoms/work-pants/
Waterproof Ankle Boots
https://www.bogsfootwear.ca/shop/style/72203-306.html
You Can’t Eat the Grass Tshirts
https://you-cant-eat-the-grass.creator-spring.com/
WINTER GEAR
Felco Hand Pruners
https://amzn.to/3VpGrS1
Insulated Gardening Gloves
https://amzn.to/3grRQSr
Warm Hat
https://www.duluthtrading.com/s/DTC/womens-scandinavian-earflap-hat-88351.html
Canvas Overalls
https://www.duluthtrading.com/s/DTC/womens-fire-hose-duluthflex-bib-overalls-95719.html?color=HTN
FLORAL STUDIO/WORKSHOP EQUIPMENT
Folding Table
https://amzn.to/3iaWdS4
Elastics (2.5×1/8)
https://www.uline.ca/Product/Detail/S-13705/Desk-Supplies/31-Rubber-Bands-2-1-2-x-1-8
Stapler
https://www.uline.ca/Product/Detail/H-308/Staplers-and-Staples/Bostitch-Industrial-Plier-Stapler
Stem Cutter
https://amzn.to/3GDnBCA
Stainless Steel Feed Buckets
https://amzn.to/3V2TWHh
Dream Buckets
https://www.johnnyseeds.com/tools-supplies/cut-flower-supplies/procona-system/valencia-series/valencia-container-35-cm-procona-system-7930.html
Metal Shelving on Wheels
https://amzn.to/3TV7G5L
Flat Ground Dolly to help moving heavy items
https://amzn.to/3TV7G5L
GARAGE GEAR/BIGGER TOOLS
Winstrip Heavy Duty Seedling Trays
Winstrip® Trays
Another Seedling Tray Resource
Seed Starting Supplies & Equipment
Jang Seeder
https://duboisag.com/ca_en/jang-automation-jp-1-clean-seeder-without-seed-roller.html
Earthway Seeder
https://www.johnnyseeds.com/tools-supplies/seeders/earthway/earthway-seeder-9170.html
Landscape Fabric
https://duboisag.com/ca_en/ground-cover-for-greenhouses-nurseries-and-garden-centers-3-2-oz.html
this looks like a good Amazon link, but I’ve never order this specific link
https://amzn.to/3gupkiZ
BSC Walking Tractor
https://www.bcsamerica.com/
Greenhouse/High Tunnel
https://www.farmersfriend.com/caterpillar-tunnel
LG Air Conditioner
https://amzn.to/3TZcsiv
HANDTOOLS
Wide Landscaping Rake
https://amzn.to/3i4mPUX
Battery Powered Pole Hedge Trimmer (We have Dewalt brand, this is an example of something similar)
https://amzn.to/3Oxjdqw
Bulb Planter
https://amzn.to/3EA6cIg
Favorite Shaped Hand Trovel
https://amzn.to/3EvA2O8
Japanese Weeding Sickle (Hand Hoe)
https://amzn.to/3ABtRHm
SEED SOURCES
https://www.johnnyseeds.com/
https://www.damseeds.com/
West Coast Seeds (affiliate)
https://bit.ly/3u0ydFe
https://www.ballseed.com/
https://www.vannoortbulb.com/
https://www.unicornblooms.com/
BOOKS
The Flower Farmer: An Organic Grower’s Guide to Raising and Selling Cut Flowers
Lynn Byczynski
https://amzn.to/3XeKORo
Cool Flowers: How to Grow and Enjoy Long-Blooming Hardy Annual Flowers Using Cool Weather Techniques
Lisa Mason Ziegler
https://amzn.to/3AWXRO7
Floret Farm’s Cut Flower Garden: Grow, Harvest, and Arrange Stunning Seasonal Blooms
Erin Benzakein
https://amzn.to/3EtkKt7
Floret Farm’s A Year in Flowers: Designing Gorgeous Arrangements for Every Season
Erin Benzakein
https://amzn.to/3Xh1pUV
Everlastings: How to Grow, Harvest and Create with Dried Flowers
Bex Partridge
https://amzn.to/3gsIq9d
The Lean Farm: How to Minimize Waste, Increase Efficiency, and Maximize Value and Profits with Less Work
Ben Hartman
https://amzn.to/3Xg41lT
Ready Farmer One: The Farmer’s Guide to Selling and Marketing
Diego Footer, Nina Galle
https://amzn.to/3gmWPne
Grounded: A Gardener’s Journey to Abundance and Self-Sufficiency
Liz Zorab
https://amzn.to/3Av6rD9
Small Farm, Big Dreams: Turning A Flower-Growing Passion into a Successful Floral Business
Jennifer O’Neal
https://amzn.to/3GBfQNx
VIDEO MAKING GEAR
Our Camera
https://amzn.to/3qZrl99
Our Mic
https://amzn.to/3u4kCNc
33 Comments
The slo-mo scene on the beach and in the lake is Oscar material. Freakin fantastic!
Thank you for this helpful episode! I’m changing my small grass front yard in Vermont into a raised-bed flower farm. (Will be called Keep Smilin’ Flower Stand) Started with cardboard and now covered with wood chips. Earthworms are prolific!
Volunteer pumpkin crop (erupted from donated pile of leaves) helped me tell others of my future flowers. Gave away the pumpkins (of all sizes) helped me spread the word!!! Loads of future clients already. Especially neighborhood kids!
Carolyn/Vermont Cat Lady (originally from San Diego, California)
Ian, those Johnny’s buckets for Christmas??😉
Great video. Serena❤
Thanks so much, Serina, for showing and telling us about where you got all the stuff we ask you about, and for providing links and suggestions! Great job! Love the drone footage, Ian!
This was super helpful. I’m not a flower farmer but I do like to grow a cut flower garden and so much of what you shared I can adopt in a much smaller form. Thank you so much!!
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Thanks Serena! Where do you purchase your seed starting mix?
Thank you! So helpful!
At the end, was that a purring cat? For a second I thought Ian fell asleep and was snoring….😂😂😂
Great list Serina! I had a friend save me some of those kitty litter buckets for me years ago for my worm composting bins. I don't have as many worm bins as I used to, so I use the extra ones now for flowers also! 😆
Thank you so much Serina and Ian for the wonderful information, I really love your channel! You guys are a so hard working couple, creative, fun and funny. I really don’t know how you can do everything that you do… the farm, markets, making videos, house work and having kids!. I have a question about what exact brand and model if posible are your cordless drill and bulb auger? I have seen one that you use with a handle to the side, It looks pretty handy when you were putting the plugs in the ground.
Super info Serena, thanks! Would love to have a video covering of your favourite gardening/farming books and knowledge resources (such as other YouTube channels or websites), etc. Where do you do when you want inspiration or information on specific plants/flowers or gardening/farming techniques. I know you have a list but it would be interesting to hear your opinions on each as I've found that great books/resources for one thing are not so great for another, and so on.
This was a great informative video. Thank you.
Thank you!
How much did you get paid for doing the established titles. Ad?
Be honest and tell yhe truth.
Love this video. Your personality is just priceless Serena! 😂❤ I want some of those overalls.
You need to be highlighted on Duluth's website – they always highlight hard working people, especially women who wear their clothes while doing what they love. You'd be perfect!
I love your sponsor bit- it's the best!!
Thank you! ❤
Great video!❤ Is the Earthway seeder worth the investment? It’s the only affordable seeder I can get in my country, but if it’s a pain to work with I don’t want it.😄
Thank you so much!!!
Being Canadian this is so appreciated.
Thank you so much Serena and Ian for sharing this info with us. You’re the best!
What happened to that seedling planter “gun”?
You had hoped it would be a big help.
I didn’t look at all the comments, apologies if you answered this already.
Y'all are so awesome. I've loooovoed finding this channel and making my way through your videos. Thank y'all so much for all you do and Happy Thanksgiving to your adorable family. Love from Texas!
Thanks for the product list. Useful!
What a great resource. Thanks for sharing!
FYI…Your Flat Ground Dolly link has a typo. It's pointing to the cart.
OMG, Lady Serena! I look forward to seeing you on Downton Abbey soon! You look amazing.
after watching you guys for a while..your presentation at the farmers market..everything just pops..its always beautiful
Have you thought of using an auger powered by a drill for planting? There are many different companies and options even where you can use them standing up.Think Power Planter is a company in the US not sure about others
Thanks again for sharing Serina! You are such a kind, unselfish and very funny human. All the info is very helpful! Thanks again for sharing your research! 💯 ❣️ Happy Holidays to you, Ian and kids.
For regular folks who are not trying to grow at scale and you're just needing 10 or 20 small pots to bump up your seedlings. Check with your local garden centers that are not big Box. Many of them have recycled programs where you can drop off your pots, and whoever needs them can take whatever they want.
I know you say you like those tiny cell trays, but I wonder if you have tried soil blocking? It was a total game changer. You can Grow a lot more in a smaller area. I fit 80 seedlings in Of 4" by 8 container. I will never go back to growing anything in little cell trays. Might be worth it for you to check it out if you haven't already considered it.