In this episode of the Backyard Bouquet Podcast, host Jennifer Gulizia is joined by Paul Matalucci of Apple Core Farm and Cut Flowers. Paul shares his journey from corporate communications to flower farming and offers valuable insights for both backyard gardeners and aspiring flower farmers.Learn about the challenges and joys of flower farming, the importance of choosing the right flowers for your climate, and the benefits of buying locally grown flowers.Paul also talks about his passion for growing irises and shares tips for growing and harvesting these beautiful blooms.Whether you're a flower enthusiast or considering starting your own flower farm, this episode is filled with wisdom and inspiration. Tune in and let your backyard bloom with the Backyard Bouquet Podcast!Paul’s Favorite Siberian Iris Blueberry Fair Cape Code Boys Paprikash Sugar Rush Swans in FlightPaul’s Favorite Tall Bearded Iris Gitano Gypsy Lord Montmartre Slovak Prince Stairway to HeavenBe sure to click to listen!Learn more about Apple Core Farm and Cut Flowers https://www.applecorefarm.com/ https://www.instagram.com/applecorefarm/Want to learn more about Jennifer and The Flowering Farmhouse? Visit https://thefloweringfarmhouse.com/Follow The Flowering Farmhouse at:IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefloweringfarmhouse/FB: https://www.facebook.com/thefloweringfarmhouseYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thefloweringfarmhouse