Cut Flower Garden Design // How to Design a Four-Season Cutting Garden in the Landscape

Here's a complete guide on designing a cut flower garden in the landscape! Additional videos on garden design, cut flower spacing, individual cut flower profiles, and cut flower harvesting techniques can be found on my channel. Here are a few cut flower garden videos I mentioned during this course -
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Best Fillers for a Cut Flower Garden - • Best Fillers for a Cut...
Succession Planting Cut Flowers - • Succession Planting Cu...
Spacing Cut Flowers - • Cut Flower Garden Layo...

[@deniseb2571]

Danielle, this is a Masterclass. You are so talented and thank you for sharing your expertise. 🌷

[@susanhorn3910]

I agree, wholeheartedly! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@abigailvomelmo1167]

I, Secondly; AGREE Wholeheartedly 🌷🌷🌷💕💕😊😊😊👍👍👍!!!

[@Frenchcountryfriends]

Agree, can’t wait to get started!

[@marthamcauliffe]

Absolutely agree! My goodness she is amazing!

[@floweringevergreen3584]

I'm watching for a second time and taking notes!!

[@melissaschloneger9902]

Holy crap girl - you should make a book. This video is so dense with information. I am wanting to watch it at least a couple more times and take notes. Seriously consider writing a book on this exact topic as I am sure many other home gardeners also desire having a garden that will provide cut flowers and also be something they would like to be outside to enjoy as well. Seriously. Your brain has so much knowledge in this area.

[@kathleenjacobs9815]

This is brilliant! I don’t grow flowers to sell, but have struggled with cutting for the house while maintaining the garden look outside for me and my neighbors. SO helpful! One of the best videos I’ve ever seen. This will be watched multiple times! And I’m a 40 year gardener,still learning. Thank you!

[@carleanr4051]

Indeed! I’ll be referring to this video MULTIPLE times😀

[@valeriestewart467]

Was watching your video on my TV but had to jump on my computer to leave this comment--Thank you for putting this content together and posting it now! You knew exactly what I needed right as I’m getting overwhelmed with seeds and planning. So appreciative for all that I have learned from you. I’m also very glad you share your evolution in thinking and planning. Things that work or don’t. Helps me to not give up. I will never sell flowers but want a cut flower garden for friends & family. Plus I need a planned landscape. Can’t say enough here how much I enjoyed/value this video. If I saw you I’d hug you right now!😊

[@TheGardeningMe]

This was such a great video, Danielle, even for those of us that aren't cut flower farmers and only want a few bouquets here and there for the house. Thank you!! ❤️

[@kmagslove3983]

I've been growing my cut flowers in a landscape style for years and years. As years have gone by, I've had to switch locations up a bit, as trees mature, but that is part of the fun! That is what drew me to your channel to begin with. Your fabulous integration all your blooms into your yard/landscape.

[@MicheleLHarvey]

Brilliant! Invaluable advice for any kind of flower grower! Thanks Danielle. Lots to think on here for beginners as well as old hands! I have some of my own reviewing to do I now see. Love the idea of perennials in the center of the border & annuals in the front for ease of cutting. And choice of flowers based on seasonal bouquets is fabulous! AND the crossed staking!!! ☺

[@thedreamingbun5998]

You have a fairytale garden! So many gorgeous flowers!

[@pamnapier-uhl1362]

This was amazing. I will rewatch many times. I hope you go further with this type of educational content. I would love to hear concepts on highlighting vistas or deciding where to place an entrance. Also, how do you decide how many of each to grow? Sometimes we think 100 will be great and it’s too little or suddenly there is no room. Thank you again! This got me excited. 🌺 💐 🌸

[@josweatt898]

I took notes!

[@gardenfairygodmother1893]

Such good advice. Your garden and arrangements are stunning.

[@jeantuthill4977]

I will be watching this video many times! Trying to get my garden organized. Always a challenge. Thank you for sharing your vast knowledge and for helping other gardeners get it right! 😀

[@thomasonmike7170]

Hi pretty lady. How are you doing today? And how is the family and the weather over there?

[@janetmorgan8413]

This class was tremendously informative, Danielle. I feel I’ve gained a much better idea of how I can structure my garden, amongst many other things. Thank you for all the time and effort you put into it. I’m certain I’ll be watching it over and over again!

[@maryschlotter108]

Thank you so much this was wonderful! I started growing my own florals in my landscape at the beginning of the pandemic. As a floral designer I watched as our access to flowers dwindled. I immediately started ordering seeds and tubers etc. and like you said it was difficult to see my gardens become rows for cutting. Yet I knew people would need flowers. Now in 2023 as I sit here planning I am trying to make the return back to my pretty gardens while still being able to cut from them. This video was so helpful . I I can’t thank you enough for taking the time to make this extremely helpful class.

[@jcking6785]

Oh my word! Where do I begin?! You have provided so much valuable and timely information in this video, Danielle. I think you should seriously consider writing a book. With your easy style, vast knowledge and lovely garden as an example, I’m sure it would be a hit. I have been dreaming for years of transforming some of my front yard into more garden space and just didn’t have a clue where to start. I just knew I wanted more color and texture. I’m retired now and have the time but not as much energy or strength as I used to so your advise to put evergreens and shrubs in place first makes so much sense; those can add the color and texture I’m looking for practically as soon as they are planted. Case in point: all your lovely hydrangeas! Thank you for all the invaluable information you share. 💚

[@LisaBrady]

Absolutely the Book would definitely sell I would love to read that Book, so much info in all of Daniel’s Videos ! I think it would be a well worn Book for reference! Imagine the Photos of seasonal Bouquets The Knowledge on Seed Starting , Bulbs , Landscaping, Succession Planting , Structure The Knowledge is endless !

[@GardeningOnTaylorMountain]

Wow! This class is so incredibly comprehensive! So much work and prep went into this for us, thank you!!!🌸💕

[@kathywinstead7460]

Succession planting is the key for sure! You are such a wealth of knowledge, Danielle! Thank you for sharing with us.

[@thomasonmike7170]

Hi pretty lady. How are you doing today? And how is the family and the weather over there?

[@LisaBrady]

I’m English and I use your channel for inspiration . I only have a Balcony so it gets a bit Windy as it’s Coastal ,I have had my Garden completely wiped out in one storm and it’s Heartbreaking, so your advice on Staking is truly invaluable thank you so much for all of your Knowledge, you really are a Gem . You are my Monty !

[@BigDemocracyEnergy]

Danielle, the effort that you put into this video is nothing short of impressive. I can see how you thought this out and how you tried to think about how you could use your mistakes in the past to help others. Your examples were clear and there was so much insight -things people would not have thought of… I’m not growing a cut flower garden but I’m just so interested in all of your ideas and how your concepts come together… I always enjoy these videos and this was a true master class… I wish you would consider starting a Patreon because I think you would have a lot of people supporting you… I know that may not be the route you want to go and you have other sources of income I’m sure but you really do teach a lot… And that’s worth a lot to a lot of people. Just something to consider. I can’t tell you how much I’ve been inspired by your gardens and how many different things I have tried because of you suggesting to try them… And my favorite Dahlia of all which is diva came from your videos and suggestion. I really look forward to your videos and learning new things along the way… The whole Cool flowers thing was super awesome and I have some Larkspur and Nigella out there right now that are overwintering as baby plants. It’s my first time trying the cool flowers but I got the book you suggested and I’m so excited to see them get a jumpstart in the spring. I’m also in love with Dara because of you and I never would’ve thought about that as something to grow. I could go on forever here but my point is that you have the heart of a teacher… And I want to tell you how much I appreciate it. ♥️

[@PharMamaUSA]

Danielle, this was timed perfectly! Craving color and flowers right about now. This was inspirational and you are so gifted with info around this topic. Thank you for sharing your gift with us all. Btw, loving my first year of amaryllis growing. Everyone is getting amaryllis for Christmas gifts next year 😂

[@grisespino5342]

Love your cutting family garden Danielle. Honores your beloved Grandmother and produces beautiful bouquets. So many helpful tips.

[@johnsantangelo7773]

not a cut flower grower but loved the video, so much practical information, thanks so much

[@reneeclover2607]

This is PHENOMENAL!!! I keep rewinding to take notes. Well done, Danielle!

[@KateEdel]

Such a wealth of information. I’ll definitely be watching this video multiple times to use as a guide for renovating and furtther developing and my own garden. Thank you, thank you!

[@timi3630]

21:42 I'm going to remember this.. thank you!

[@holly_kay5570]

Wow, that was wonderful time spent with you! I learned so much that I'd thought about before, but never took the time to really consider. You're garden is inviting and gorgeous, and you are a great teacher. I'll be watching a lot more from you, Danielle!

[@marthabradley1266]

Ditto!!!

[@nicolechew1029]

Danielle I'm blown away! I've used so many of your tips on cut flowers in the landscape, as you're the one who first showed me it was possible! The X support in the front of plants... How have I not thought of that?? Genius!!! I always have to stake one floppy hydrangea that I have, and I can't wait to try that technique. As always, you are such a wonderful teacher. I'll be rewatching this for sure!

[@Laurablushing]

Great video!! Thank you for sharing!!!!! You are so knowledgeable and easy to listen to. Have a great weekend!

[@debracasne1845]

This is wonderful, Danielle! Thank you so much. Something you might think about is part 2, where you focus on vista and entry points. Thanks again!

[@vickywood8354]

I’m watching this 10 months after this was posted. Thank you for sharing not only your knowledge but also your experience. I know I will be watching this many times before spring of 2024. 💐

[@interesante80]

Danielle is such a pleasure to watch. Great designer, wonderful educator, and fantastic gardner. Love the hummingbird and butterflies in the background as you teach us. 🌿💚🌿

[@nattierags]

Danielle I have watched this video 3 times. You did an excellent job building the concepts for designing a landscape cut flower garden. At this point of my life (59 years old) I don't think I'll be growing to sell but growing more cut flowers for our home and to share with friends and family would be ideal. Thank you for sharing your wisdom gained through experience.

[@adalineblythe9653]

Absolutely LOVE this video! This is the kind of video I have been WISHING I’d find. I want to grow flowers to cut but I didn’t want it too look like a flower farm. I wanted it to still be beautiful for family and friends to enjoy. I want to make an area to do tea parties for my nieces. I want to pass on the love of flowers like your grandma did for you! 🤍🤍🤍

[@heathertrent3881]

This is such a master class! I don’t grow flowers to sell, but these tips are great for developing a new space! I want multiple seasons of color! Awesome!

[@sandigomez6773]

Thank you, Danielle. This is such a great video. Very informative and and so well thought out in terms the practical application of the steps. This is definitely something that I have wanted to implement, but really didn’t know how to go about it. I’ve only been gardening for about 4 to 5 years, but I am in a new space this season so I am excited to create a beautiful landscape with the option for a cut flower bouquets on a regular basis. I am not a cut flower seller, but if I can produce enough for multiple bouquets, it would give me so much joy to be able to give those away to friends and neighbors.

[@connielynn7236]

Danielle, as always your are so generous with your knowledge for growing flowers! I’m a first year flower farmer and have traditional rows of flowers for production, but I crave the gardens you have created in your beautiful landscape. I will definitely be implementing this concept in my landscape starting this year😊

[@Blake.Cooper]

Had to google "devil's strip"! Learn something new from you every time!

[@amyjones2490]

A very enjoyable class and a needed garden experience as winter is really long and cold.

[@tinastexasgarden]

Great video. Good for you. I know your dad would be so so proud of you and the man you have become. I’m glad I found you in just the right time. Just getting my new Texas garden going and looks like y’all are a great resource. So proud of you doing what your heart tells you to do.

[@beckyscheller9358]

Will need to watch again with pen and paper. Lots of information packed in this. Great video

[@lisaalluvial5945]

I am SO inspired! I am living in a similar climate, 6A (eastern panhandle WV) and I am now in my 3rd year, second growing season on a 3 acre property. So much potential, and also so much work and patience required. Between overhauling a decades long neglected landscape, to trial and error with plant placement. I really love all of your videos for ideas of what to plant but most of all, how to grow gorgeous bouquets for market in a landscape. How genius! Thank you so much for sharing your process.

[@carolynspeedoftruth8093]

I saved this video to rewatch again and again. You are so generous to share your knowledge! I appreciate all your videos but especially this one. Thank you.

[@pcnews4858]

I don't grow flowers to sell but I love my garden. Now I'm so inspired just to grow some different plants for bringing floral displays into my home. You are so clever and lovely too.

[@hylandgundy2698]

Thanks for all the information. On a dreary Michigan snow covered morning, your video was a grand treat.

[@Gloriusblooms]

This is a wonderful class! I’m in the process of designing my garden and I feel so overwhelmed! This is very helpful 🙂 thank you for sharing

[@pauldwilson4831]

Very informative. Thank you! Really enjoy your videos.

[@akerudawn]

I hope this video gets you to 100k subscribers. 🍀🍀🍀

[@melaniecarroll5755]

I just can’t thank you enough, I’m starting a small backyard cut flower business. And your videos have been my model. I’ve gained so much inspiration and practical advice by watching your channel. I don’t think I would have realized on my own that you can have both landscape and cut flower production with out seeing it before my eyes. Thank you so much for the time and though you put into each video. I’m so grateful.

[@sarahlovesdonuts9601]

Danielle, this was beautiful! I’ve really leaned on your philosophies the last couple of years. Let’s hope for a spectacular designing and growing season!🌸

[@HarmonyHillsHomeandGarden]

This is such a wonderful video! Truly inspiring. Thanks so much!

[@amberlovell4863]

This was sooooo helpful! We are doing a landscaping backyard makeover this year and this is giving me some direction to organize and plan. ❤

[@TrueTruthin66books]

Danielle, you always give me joy! I love your outlook, on life. You definitely are blooming where you are planted. Bless you!!! 💐

[@dkjolie]

Also, you're floral arrangements were stunning! Please do some videos where you break down the individual flowers, how and where they are grown, perennial, annual etc.,

[@julied.3314]

You had me at 4 sentences in!!! I want to start a flower farm but I want it to look more natural like a English garden and to enjoy it right next to my home VS the field on the opposite side of the driveway!!! THANK YOU!!

[@judymckerrow6720]

Oh I adore your plant stand!!! ❄️💚🙃

[@colletteringie1142]

This is the right video at the right time. I am planning this year to install a large border as a cut garden vs rows, inspired by your videos. Will be rewatching this video while waiting for your workshop (hint), Thanks from Zone 6b CT.

[@cindybrandner3063]

I'm adding this video to my saved list- I learned so much about layout here, something I've been searching for but didn't find until this morning.

[@greenysgarden4581]

What a wonderful video! I don't grow to sell, but I do grow for my own pleasure. My dahlias are taking over my food production areas, I currently have 92 dahlia plants, just starting to bloom in the last week or so (Australia). I have learnt so much watching this video, I will watch again. I need to plant more!

[@lilypad342]

I’m just kind of binge watching your channel tonight and the flower arrangements… OH MY Word!! I took a screenshot of the beautiful beautiful Winter arrangement that was more pink with some purple and dark green foliage and I wish I could share it here but it was so lovely!! It was one of those longer pieces and it was just gorgeous!

[@debsmith8102]

You put this video together like a pro! I felt like I was watching a professional tv show! Kudos!!👍❤️❤️

[@tootegozy4998]

I'm always amazed by the willingness of masters to share their knowledge freely with the world. Thank you so much for this lesson, and also for sharing your beautiful arrangements. ❤

[@atefbasha1809]

Hello and welcome to come back Danielle so much more 🐎🐆🐅💏💏💏🌷💮🌵💏💏💏🌺🌻⚘❤💘👄💋💏💏💏💏💏💏💏✌💪😚🤗🤔😜💏💏💏🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@jasperskin3677]

I have been followed your journey for a few years. In ‘21, I caught my foot on some weed cloth in the garden and broke 3 ribs. I did not garden at all in ‘22. 😢 I am more than ready to get back at it this year. I totally enjoyed your organized and prioritized thoughts on landscape cut flowers. Thank you!

[@j.peluso2139]

I just start watching. From PA too. This is great. Very helpful. I think your a genius.

[@anapaulacrawford5837]

Best video on explaining all about flowers , timing and location I ever saw . Thank you for what you do .

[@Simplyfarmhouse7]

I love this! This is my desire for a backyard! Will watch this over and over!

[@anaharp4505]

Danielle, this a perfect topic for a book!!!!!

[@varettahamlin7656]

Awesome, I'm starting a flower farm and had a great teacher, Lisa Zeigler of Gardener's Workshop, but in the back of my mind, I've wanted to create flowers in the landscape and pathways. Thank you ,thank you!!! I will take the steps you have talked about and move slow as I'm in the beginner's flower farm stage with some Master Gardening skills. That to me means, learn, learn, learn! I'll keep watching you!!!😉😊 Thank you

[@kittyvine823]

I love your guidance and I follow your teachings. I can't think you enough Danielle.

[@alexandraemanuel2968]

Danielle we are so lucky to have you thank you so much for sharing. God bless you. This class is perfect.

[@claire_weber]

I love your philosophy on gardening and landscaping. You have beautiful gardens. Thank you for sharing.

[@barbaralamoreaux328]

Excellent tutorial! Thanks for making this class, Danielle. I dream of mingling cut flowers in with the rest of the garden, even though I’m not selling them. Your floral designs are stunning. I’m going to look to see if you have any videos just about making those gorgeous arrangements. 🌺

[@hugbloom2664]

Awesome video topic, looking forward to watching!

[@madelinerivera7445]

Cant thank you enough Danielle for all this information. Direct and informative; such great ideas. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

[@gardeninggrandma5247]

This was so helpful! Very informative with lots of information that I have never heard before. Love the "x" staking system. So easy to do! I've used tomato cages with some success. Not very attractive, but it works!! Thanks for putting this together. I added Nine Bark to my list of plants to purchase this year. The list is growing!!!

[@caseycampbell8508]

It’s because of your landscape-style cut garden that I subscribed to your channel a few years back . Thank you for all your work in preparing these videos, willingness to share your knowledge and experience, and the hard work in the garden itself.

[@allisonsnz]

Such great information on looking at things from a harvesting/production lense. I especially liked the idea adding structure through shrubs. - thank you!

[@solsticesummer982]

Beautifully informative, wonderfully educational, and your examples of your bouquets!!! Amazing!!

[@SG-pt5jh]

I really hope you're currently or are considering writing a book on this subject. You have mastered growing cut flowers in the landscape. It's something I've never seen before. Your garden is both beautiful and productive! It amazes me!

[@user-ne5vg1no4o]

Привет, из России. Потрясающая красота❤️

[@dianetucker4826]

Thank you for much needed inspiration! I loved your class

[@leidycasadiego3535]

Also I wanted to say I'm starting plants from seed this year thanks to you. You inspired me to grow flowers I even didn't know existed!

[@dianaoud4746]

Great job! Well worth the challenge you felt by doing it. Thank you

[@petalsnparadise]

Danielle, thank you so much for doing this informative class. I do not have enough room for rows or sell but I love growing cut flowers for myself. That has been stumbling block, incorporating cut flowers in my landscape beds that will look beautiful. Amazing ❤

[@andrewmiadavila6342]

Thank you for taking the time to share your passion with the masses. I've learned and been inspired. So thank you.

[@TheWholesomeGardener]

Fabulous. Thank you! x

[@DawnRegan]

I just found you while searching how to set up my cut flower garden. Man am I glad I found you! So much wonderful information, and for free. I feel like I need to pay you after getting all of this invaluable information. Your garden is a dream!! I would give anything to have you come here and design mine, but this sure does help get me started. Now I need to go binge all of your videos! :)

[@karensicard7304]

Your cut flower garden is my favourite. It is beautiful!

[@sangeetaaich01]

I started flower farming two years back,I always find your video so so valuable and always on spot topic.Thank you so much for doing this Danielle.

[@LilChefKimi]

More please. Love it! 💜

[@thomasonmike7170]

Hi pretty lady. How are you doing today? And how is the family and the weather over there?

[@petefredrick3784]

Wow! What a great course. So much information. Love your videos! I learn so much every time I listen.

[@princessLailasmom]

Please write a book. This was so much good information and your thought process was enlightening.

[@jennifernorton9092]

I have been vegetable gardening for years and years but this year I am deep-diving into flowers. I have been watching and reading all I can find and you are, by far, my favorite. You get down to the nitty gritty details and you communicate them very well! Thank you for this resource.

[@thomasonmike7170]

Hi pretty lady. How are you doing today? And how is the family and the weather over there?

[@gardeningbyheart4912]

Danielle, you should write a book. I would definitely buy it. Beautiful garden. I enjoy your videos so much.

[@kathymiller9916]

It's late and I'll need to finish watching this tomorrow... but I just wanted to say how gorgeous your garden is ... such a joy to see what you've created there. It's like walking into a magical space (love the soft color palette)! Also... beautiful flower arrangements and still photography.

[@bethlynch1909]

Even for someone who doesn't grow for cut flowers these are wonderful plans for a garden explained in an understandable way. Your garden is always beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

[@cshieldsie9920]

I guess you realize after reading these comments how helpful this is even to those of us who don’t sell cut flowers but enjoy making bouquets for ourselves and friends! NOW…can you give advice on how Not to Feel Bad when cutting the flowers for bouquets??!! Such a struggle!!!

[@stevekathyowens5491]

Excellent info Danielle! I am getting ready to space plan a brand new flower garden. After selling our home we were in for 13 years. Starting over. Your videos are so inspiring and info packed. Thank you!

[@lastdayscalm]

A glimpse of paradise...thanks ......

[@bethwray787]

What a fantastic and helpful cut flower garden class...I learned so much. Thank you, Danielle 🏵🌻🌼

[@denisemiller9610]

Loved this information! You stated that you could speak for hours on this subject, I could listen to you for hours about your garden, so beautiful. Thank you.