Welcome to Acres Abloom!
Spreading Joy One Bloom at a Time
I have always strongly believed in the healing and energizing power of flowers, but it's hard to fully reap the benefits of their therapeutic properties when they have been treated with pesticides and spent a week in transit before making it to the shelf of your nearby grocery store. I strive to produce high-quality blooms which are chemical free and cut to order so that you can enjoy fresh bouquets that are guaranteed to be more vibrant and last almost twice as long as store-bought flowers. My local, sustainably grown, specialty cut flowers are patiently nurtured until they reach their full potential and are ready to brighten up your home in a beautiful arrangement.
Despite my best efforts to meet demands for specific flowers and consistently provide popular seasonal staples, mother nature does not always agree with my plans, so I can't always guarantee availability of certain varieties due to time and weather constraints. What I CAN guarantee is that every bouquet that you purchase from me will be carefully cultivated, pesticide-free, freshly cut no more than two days before pickup/delivery, and locally grown on my farm in Dickson, Tennessee.
A New Chapter
Acres Abloom started from very humble beginnings. When Steve and I first moved to Tennessee in 2020 after selling our homestead in Chichester, New Hampshire, all we had to work with was an empty horse paddock and acres of heavily compacted farmland from years of being trampled on by hooves. The process of preparing the land for growing and building the infrastructure for our farm would take a grueling two years, but it would all be worth it in July of 2022 when I sold my first bouquet since moving to Tennessee.
Since then, we have been working hard to expand our infrastructure while continuing to provide beautiful, fresh flower arrangements to the Middle Tennessee area. We are constantly looking for ways to incorporate more sustainable farming practices and improve the quality of our blooms. With the completion of the flower barn and the addition of a few extremely part time farm helpers, 2024 proved to be one of our biggest years in terms of expansion. Not only did the extra help allow me to spend more time getting out into the community and meeting fellow flower enthusiasts at markets, events and pop-up shops, but we hosted our very first workshop at the farm in September of 2024!
Our Flower Growing Process
I want the recipients of a bouquet from Acres Abloom to be beautiful, fresh & non toxic - there’s a reason that florists wear rubber gloves to arrange. Here, our nature driven practices allow you to have that! I even grow some of the edible flowers you have had as a garnish at some establishments! With Acres Abloom, you can feel confident you are getting the best flowers that have been grown with love.
Read below to learn what our growing process is like!
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Prepping the Soil
Here at Acres Abloom, cultivating the highest quality blooms starts before planting even begins. All seeds are planted in high quality soil that is made using our carefully curated in-house recipe. This blend is something that I have spent years getting right, and contains all of the necessary ingredients to ensure healthy growth. Once mixed, the soil is screened to remove any unnecessary debris, and then it is ready for planting!
Transplanting the Seedlings
As spring arrives, any seedlings which have been growing indoors are transplanted out into the garden as the weather allows. Seeds which were sown directly into the ground should also be starting to show signs of life at this point, but some rows may look more barren than others - this is the point where I hopefully pat myself on the back for planting a few hundred extra seeds to account for any duds. Many of the directly sown seeds will typically need to be covered with a shade cloth to avoid being burned by the sun during this vulnerable stage.
Planting the Seeds
All blooms are started from seed, bulb, or corm here on our farm, so much of my planning begins almost a year in advance. We start preparing the beds for Spring flowers in the Fall, and despite popular belief, there's still work to be done on a flower farm during the Winter! Seeds are sown in our specially mixed soil starting in the Fall and throughout the dead of winter. Most seedlings are tended to inside, but some varieties are resilient enough to survive being sown directly into the ground.
Growing & Harvesting
Growth is imminent, but patience is crucial during this stage as we continue to nurture the plants with natural ingredients. We prioritize building soil health & flower strength, pinching back early blooms so that the plant can focus on expanding its root system and strengthening its stems. We also make sure to keep all beds clear of grass and weeds that will compete with our flowers for vital nutrients in the soil and stunt their growth. We always account for some casualties, but once they get past this stage, they're in the home stretch!
Once the flowers have reached their full blooming potential, they are picked to order which guarantees the freshness of your bouquet. Some cut flower varieties are more temperamental than others, but most are kept in a cooler after being harvested to extend their lifespan and keep them looking just as vibrant as the day they were picked.