The Farmer Bailey Blog

Peonies for Southern Growers
Certain Peony varieties consistently perform better with reduced chill hours. Read on for the list and pro tips.

July 1: New Gro 'n Sell Perennials
Ordering for fall-shipped perennials from Gro 'n Sell begins on July 1.

WATCH: Fall Planting Fundamentals Webinar
Get in the zone with this video class on how to fall plant for spring harvest.

Eremurus Goes Undercover as Foxtail Lily
Starts as a starfish, masquerades as a Foxtail Lily, makes an annual comeback–Eremurus has range.

Compare Peony Cultivars by Bloom Time, Color, and Fragrance
Wholesale crates of Peony cultivars ideal for cut flowers are now available for fall shipping.

Pansy Tips & Busting Myths with Author Brenna Estrada
Author & flower farmer Brenna Estrada shares tips on cultivating Pansies for cut flowers and busts myths in this video interview.

Rave Reviews for Italian Cutting Pansies
Shanti Rade of Whipstone Farm shows off her stems.

American Reincarnations
At long last, commercial cutting Carnations and new Dianthus plugs are available to US flower farmers.

Introducing Terra Nova Nurseries
Perennials from tissue culture ship Fall 2024 and Spring 2025.

Fresh Picks from Plug Connection
Skyler Veronica, Scoop Scabiosa and more are now available from our California grower.

Introducing Pansy Flamenco
Flamenco, true to its fiery name, can handle autumn's chill and even dips into freezing temperatures while young.

Fall-Shipped Plugs Launch on July 1
Put the petal to the metal, summer is full speed ahead!

Godetia Growing Guide
Our Godetia Growing Guide is packed with cultural tips and best practices on growing, caring for, and harvesting the stunning satin flower.

Fall Planting for Spring Blooms: Orlaya
Fall plant delicate Orlaya for the longest stems and earliest blooms.