All over Sussex there are flower farms popping up. At the school we continue to show our support for British flowers by using locally grown flowers throughout the year. This year we are delighted that lots of farms are being developed by students who have studied at Flourish Sussex. Today we are highlighting Sidnye Flowers, Pitfields Cutting Garden and Nettlewood Flowers
Buy local, better price, better for the planet.
Buying locally not only reduces your carbon footprint, but I truly believe there is nothing more glorious than walking around a flower farm and selecting the flowers that you are going to work with. If you don't know where your nearest farm is go to flowersofthefarm website and type in your postcode.
Here's some more info about the farms we are highlighting:
Nettlewood Flowers: Sarah is based in Laughton and supplies a lot of London florists. She is in high demand so booking is essential. Her flowers are beautifully delicate, romantic and unique shades. https://www.instagram.com/nettlewoodflowers/
Pitfields Cutting Garden. The super lovely Emma runs Pitfields in Hurstpierpoint. This is a large cutting garden, which is still expanding. Look out for their cafe opening in 2022 and make a day of visiting. https://www.instagram.com/pitfieldbarnflowers/
Sidnye Flowers. Vicki trained with me last year and it is so exciting that she has now launched her own cutting garden. Based at Sidnye Farm in Cuckfield although Vicki only started her garden this year, there is already a huge amount to choose from. Get in contact to arrange a visit or to buy a bucket. https://www.instagram.com/sidnyeflowers/
We are always keen at the school to keep informing our students about growing. One of the best recommendations I can give if you are keen to get growing, is to visit Flower Florets website . Here Erin has a lot of information, books and workshops regarding how to get going.
Watch this space as I will be sharing my interview with Vicki of Sidnye Flowers as she talks all about the successes, challenges and any advice she can give to all you wannabe growers out there.
Enjoy the last few days of July.
Alicia xx