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Sweet Bay Magnolia
April 01, 2025 Robin Aspinwall

Georgia’s State Flower Controversy: Is It Time for a Change?

Did you know Georgia’s state flower, the Cherokee Rose, isn’t even native to Georgia—or the U.S.? Lawmakers and plant enthusiasts are debating whet...
2025 news sustainability
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The Future of Sustainable Communities: Home Grown Collectives Vision
March 23, 2025 Robin Aspinwall

The Future of Sustainable Communities: Home Grown Collectives Vision

Blessings Grow Meadows knows the importance of community. There are many wonderful ways where community meets our farmers. Serving as a Board Membe...
2025 farmstand Home Grown Collective
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The Growing Kindness Project
March 08, 2025 Robin Aspinwall

Growing Kindness, One Bloom at a Time

At Blessings Grow Meadows, flowers are more than just something we grow—they’re a way to spread joy, comfort, and connection. This year, we are hon...
Certified American Grown flowers gardening
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Praying to Jesus in a field of flowers
February 15, 2025 Robin Aspinwall

Faith in Full Bloom: How Flowers Connect Us to Spiritual and Emotional Healing

Flowers are more than just beautiful—they carry deep spiritual meaning across cultures and faiths. From biblical symbolism to their role in healing...
faith flowers gardening
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Rattan basket filled with juicy, ripe tomatoes
February 12, 2025 Robin Aspinwall

The Art of Companion Planting: Grow Getters’ Guide to Happy Plants

Companion planting has many benefits and at times, requirements for a happy, healthy garden. 
gardening harvesting Hydroponics
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Farm-fresh pink flower arrangement with American flag for the 4th of July
January 29, 2025 Robin Aspinwall

How Trump’s Tariffs Affect the Floral Industry

If you’ve ever wondered why you don’t see as many local flower farms as you used to, it’s because, back then, imported flowers took out American gr...
2025 Certified American Grown florists
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Unwashed farm fresh chicken eggs in a egg container at porch stand
January 15, 2025 Robin Aspinwall

Navigating Egg Prices in 2025: A Friendly Guide for Consumers and Backyard Farmers

In 2025, egg prices have soared, leaving many families feeling the pinch at breakfast time. As a flower farmer, I understand the challenges we all ...
Chickens Eggs news
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Pink prom dress and prom attendee holding a bouquet of peonies
January 10, 2025 Robin Aspinwall

DIY Prom Flowers Trending: Create Beautiful Bouquets Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to create stunning DIY prom bouquets and boutonnieres at a fraction of the cost. This guide covers everything from sourcing flowers to as...
Bouquet Certified American Grown diy
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Lizard in natural top gardening trends
January 05, 2025 Robin Aspinwall

Top Gardening Trends of 2025: What’s New in the World of Green Thumbs?

Some of our the gardening trends for 2025! #trending
2025 flowers gardening
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