Just a few weeks ago a friend of ours had a family member who wanted to get rid of their freeze dryer. They only used it one time. It is a small one, but we got it for $750 with the heat sealer, an unopened box of mylar bags and an unopened box of oxygen absorbers. I'm watching all the videos and learning as much as I can. I'm excited to get it all set up and get to work. Thank you for sharing.
@gooseberrybridgefarm9 ай бұрын
wow! what a great deal!
@jamieverola71189 ай бұрын
Your flower arrangements are gorgeous! I would have never thought of freeze-drying as great for special memories. Thank you for showing the comparison with the extra large vs the smaller model. Its amazing how much of a difference the larger trays are. :)
@sarahreynolds14309 ай бұрын
Your flowers are incredible! What an ingenuous way to use the freeze dryer!! It was nice to see the difference between the two sizes. Once we have our mini orchard planted and producing, I think the XL freeze dryer will be best for us too.
@Truelaine19 ай бұрын
Ohhh.....I am so happy that you shared this comparison. I think for the price difference I would get the XL. You are certainly fortunate to have 2 of them. I have been thinking of using up a lot of greens for storage when I buy a freeze dryer. I had some cinnamon apples in Switzerland last December that were freeze dried and they were so incredible. I have heard about bananas being difficult too. TYFS!
@Greenbeasts3389 ай бұрын
The flowers are gorgeous! Your creativity is incredible.
@aandtdotson41959 ай бұрын
Thank you, Gooseberry Bridge Farm. Gorgeous flowers and great idea!!!
@melissaoliver86809 ай бұрын
So much information! Thank you for showing us the size difference and the freeze drying flowers!
@debraczahor62799 ай бұрын
What a great addition to your business! Thank you for showing the differences between the freeze dryers.
@kimgapeach9 ай бұрын
Love the idea of freeze drying flowers thanks. Loving this collaboration ❤
@dai_2_day9 ай бұрын
Your flowers are so pretty! I love that freeze dryers are so versatile when it comes to preserving.
@sharonmckee24039 ай бұрын
I certainly enjoyed seeing all you do! You are one busy gal! I do f think I will ever need an extra large freeze dryer, but for a young family with kids, farms, pets and farm animals (And hobbies) I can see where this information could be really helpful. I know it took time to go thru all that but it is well needed. Thank you for being a part of this collab!
@MartinFamilyHomestead9 ай бұрын
Your flowers are beautiful! And very nice set up for your freeze dryers. Thank you for sharing the differences between the Lg & XL machines.
@spayne94969 ай бұрын
I hope you enjoy the xl freeze dryer. It look very big 😊 I haven’t even started yet with my medium. I need the electric wire put in. Love your flowers. Have a blessed day.
@lauranadig66969 ай бұрын
Your setup looks fantastic! I appreciate the size comparisons. I want a freeze dryer, trying to put it in the budget. Also trying to figure out WHERE it’s going to live! I like seeing different setups so I can get ideas suitable for my needs. I have seen where people use the freeze dryers for candy, but it NEVER OCCURRED TO ME to use one for flowers. Your flowers are stunning and your wreaths are GORGEOUS! 🌸 🌻 🌺 Thanks for sharing!! 😊
@ThorHendrickson9 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video. That machine is massive. My wife loved your flowers so she will now be filling our unit to make some arrangements for the house.
@gooseberrybridgefarm9 ай бұрын
Make sure to have her watch my videos on how to do it - There is a trick to making them come out like mine
@PaigeCreel-qs4vw9 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing. Your flowers are stunning! I have never thought about freeze drying them. Thank you so much.
@Judten19 ай бұрын
I’m so excited to do flowers one day in a freeze dryer. Beautiful job and set up. Thank you for the nice video.
@ronilagasse7179 ай бұрын
Thank you for comparing the large and large freeze-dryers. It is really helpful to see the difference. Also, the freeze-dried flowers are amazing!
@nanakat20059 ай бұрын
Thanks for the side-by-side comparison. It told us what we needed to know for when we take the leap and buy a freeze dryer! We've watched your freeze drying videos in the past and will probably refer to them as we learn what we want to freeze dry and what NOT to...
@robinhendrickson81329 ай бұрын
Thank you for the video and comparison between the new XL and the large freeze dryers. I also never knew you could freeze dry flowers… they are beautiful! I do love freeze drying herbs, so much better and colorful than dehydrated. Great info!
@donnaharris45859 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comparison - that XL is a monster! I have often wondered how flowers would turn out when freeze dried, worried they would crumble. Thanks for showing them and thanks for the side-by-side dryer comparison. Lots of good info.
@SusanHakola9 ай бұрын
WOW! A huge difference between the LG and XL. While we have not yet purchased a freeze dryer, this was very informative. You brought up a lot details for us to consider before we make a decision about which size to get. Thanks for sharing.
@jennifervernon21209 ай бұрын
Thank you for the very informative video and your participation in the collaboration.
@LauraFenstermacher9 ай бұрын
I wish I would have seen something like this before I ordered my large. I had never thought about freeze drying flowers. They're beautiful.
@AlaskaLittleHomestead9 ай бұрын
Love seeing the freeze dried flowers. They are beautiful.
@cindyweston31579 ай бұрын
Very good info. Thank you. And thank you to Angela for hosting freeze dried February. Thank you to the sponsors for their generosity in this collaboration.
@tammybowen26829 ай бұрын
Thank you for giving us the comparison of the two freeze dryers really like your dried flowers. Thanks for the video.
@angietallarita69529 ай бұрын
Your freeze dried flowers are beautiful! I never even thought of FD flowers. Adding another item to my list now
@lindaquigley56119 ай бұрын
This was a very helpful comparison of the 2 large Freeze dryer. It is really hard to picture in your mind the difference. But your side by comparison was so helpful. Thank you for sharing.
@vonniemerriam9749 ай бұрын
Thank you for the comparison! Had no idea the XL was such a beast.
@vickietiffany82689 ай бұрын
I never would have thought to freeze dry flowers. So pretty ❤
@barbaras28999 ай бұрын
Very good information on the comparison of the Extra large VS Large freeze dryers. It helps to know this before we purchase one. Thanks for your review and being in the collaboration.
@TiffanyEller-zq1hn9 ай бұрын
I can see how the xl would benefit a family with a large garden or using it for a business. This video will be helpful for people trying to decide which size to get. Thanks fornsharing about freeze drying flowers, never thought of this.
@jenmag03139 ай бұрын
Your flowers are beautiful! I appreciate you showing the differences between the lg & xl freeze dryer including the pros and cons and sharing with us the different supplies that you use. Thanks for participating in the Freeze-Dried February 2024 Collaboration!
@marymauro4869 ай бұрын
Wow love the flowers!! Thanks for showing the difference of the dryers adn your set up.Great info. thanks for your video.
@candygrace48009 ай бұрын
WOW… thank you for giving an up close view of both the large and extra large freeze dryers! I can clearly see that a medium will be enough for my needs. Thank you! 😊
@carolynsinyard52159 ай бұрын
What a big difference between the large and x-large trays. Thank you for sharing the difference between the two freeze dryers. Have a blessed day.
@traceyvaile76259 ай бұрын
That XL is huge!! Nice to see the comparison between the two, thank you!
@lorisavage4919 ай бұрын
That is so cool that you can freeze dry flowers. I had no idea! Thanks for sharing your comparison of the 2 sizes.
@thethielmans9 ай бұрын
I've never thought of freeze drying flowers. I can't wait to try that this summer! Thanks for a great video.
@ConcealedKari9 ай бұрын
I love the idea of freeze dried flowers. Especially, nasturtiums…I will have to give it a try. Thank you for the info.
@heidi.s9 ай бұрын
Your flowers are beautiful. Thanks for the comparison. It was very helpful.
@93seldomseen9 ай бұрын
Thank you for the demonstration on the size difference between the two sizes.
@jennifervernon21209 ай бұрын
Thank you for so much info and to all involved with this collaboration.
@sort_of_a_homestead9 ай бұрын
The freeze dried flowers are so cool! I never thought about that option. They look so beautiful ❤
@tamaraameling88859 ай бұрын
Very informative! I'm glad to see these videos to make a decision of whether a dryer is right for us.
@cathyc28899 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comparison the x large is HUGE! your flowers were beautiful too
@birdwalker73799 ай бұрын
Wow! The side by side comparison is astonishing. That extra large is a beast! Thank you for the great video and information. I bet your cut flower gardens are beautiful in full bloom. 🌸
@debbiejohnson54259 ай бұрын
Great explanation of the differences between the large and XL freeze driers. I had no idea that the XL was so much bigger. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
@lorenabrewer91019 ай бұрын
You did a great job. Thanks for the information. FD flowers look amazing.
@carolploss84049 ай бұрын
Never thought to freeze dry flowers. Beautiful!
@rockyhillshome15139 ай бұрын
Wow! There is a major difference between the two sizes. Glad you made this video for us. Your dried flowers and arrangements are beautiful. Thank you for sharing.
@colleenjerns92399 ай бұрын
With the amount of food you grow and preserve it makes sense for you to have another freeze dryer. I hope someday to get a freeze dryer. Thank you for your video.
@terrieyandall94019 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for talking through this subject. I can totally see the benefits both ways. I agree that the more you do the more you find to do 🙂
@elainelucier62439 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing the information between the two freeze dryers.
@YvonneFowler-q5r9 ай бұрын
Freeze drying flowers is such an amazing idea. They are gorgeous. Some good things to consider if wanting to purchase a XL or a large freeze dryer. Thank you.
@janetbrim5939 ай бұрын
Loved your video. Never even thought about freeze drying flowers! They look amazing. Thanks for being part of. The collaboration.
@lauragillespie96359 ай бұрын
Thanks for showing the difference in size of freezer dryers! Also, I did not know you could freeze dry flowers!
@loisbowen23979 ай бұрын
Huge difference between the two machines. If you have a large garden I can see the need for the bigger machine during harvest. Thank you for sharing and showing us the difference in the machines.
@TheInquisitiveFarmwife9 ай бұрын
This is fantastic! Love the comparison! I know this will help our #freezedriedfebruary viewers make decisions on what size might work for them!
@SquirrelRun9 ай бұрын
Love your wreaths! I never would have thought to FD flowers, and that makes perfect sense! That XL is a behemoth! We make our own dog food too but I just make it fresh.
@MargoMalon-ly5me9 ай бұрын
Wow! That’s a dramatic difference in tray sizes between lg and XLG!! That will be wonderful for you during harvest season! Beautiful FD flowers!
@debbyrich10909 ай бұрын
I've wanted more information about the sizes of them and seeing the differences between the two is helpful. Thank you.
@deann23c9 ай бұрын
Wow the XL is BIG!! Thanks for showing us.
@hollyk43689 ай бұрын
wow! thanks fort the good info... hmmm now maybe i want a BIGGER one... love your set up
@michelesingh12339 ай бұрын
Thank you for showing the size difference it helps a lot to decide on a size to get
@alliehumphreythreepines9 ай бұрын
I don’t think I’d need one that big but they are cool to see!! Maybe one day I’ll have a huge garden. Also, the flowers are gorgeous!
@LillybugFarm9 ай бұрын
The freeze-dried flowers are beautiful. Thank you for explaining the pros and cons of having an XL vs. a Lg freeze dryer.
@helenamorozov72569 ай бұрын
Wow the large one looks so much smaller than the Xtra large thank you for the informative video the flowers are so beautiful
@lorrainelake27719 ай бұрын
Wow! Thats is a serious machine!! Thanks for sharing!
@valariedavis22199 ай бұрын
I ❤❤❤❤ the flowers. They are so delicate & beautiful! Do they ship well? The XL is a monster!
@gooseberrybridgefarm9 ай бұрын
they ship well if they're packaged carefully - shipping them on wreaths doesn't work so great.
@OrganicMommaGA9 ай бұрын
Thank you for this comparison. We were not considering an XL or a Large, mainly because we would have to get an electrician in to make a dedicated circuit for either one but also because we don't need something so big. The freeze dried flowers are lovely.
@missellie95189 ай бұрын
thank you for going into such detail between the two dryers
@sharonmckee24039 ай бұрын
So helpful. You havd given us so much good information . I live the flowers! Thanks fof this video!
@donnahatch8399 ай бұрын
Your wreath is beautiful with the freeze dried flowers, thank you for sharing your thoughts on the extra large freezer dryer. I have freeze dried roses in my Medium 4 tray freeze dryer they were a tight fit.
@nana4269 ай бұрын
Great explanation of both sizes. Thanks for answering the comments before i had to ask.
@karenmyers71229 ай бұрын
It would be AWESOME to have an extra large freeze dryer!❤
@redgingerbreadpam9 ай бұрын
Great comparison of the 2 sizes & yes its a dramatic difference in size.
@tamisalazar83659 ай бұрын
Thanks for the great information about these units. Many things to consider before buying!
@lindaengelen9 ай бұрын
I have a Med. Harvest right Freeze dryer. I just love mine and very interesting video.
@jaydeemarie9 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video, good information and the flowers look great!
@BrendaOlwin9 ай бұрын
I had no idea that flowers could be freeze dried. My world of freeze drying has expanded immensely while watching the videos in this collaboration. Thank you.
@karenmyers71229 ай бұрын
The flowers look pretty, especially the zinnias!
@renalarue69889 ай бұрын
The flowers are amazing! We usually just have marigolds in with the veggie garden but hoping to put in some others this year.
@auntrowdy9 ай бұрын
Seeing the XL and the large side by side was eye opening! The XL looks huge! 😮
@pennyyager61239 ай бұрын
Man, the XL freeze dryer is huge. I can see how it would be an advantage for a large family or for someone who freeze dries quite a bit of food. I have the medium pro and it's plenty big for the hubby and myself.
@kckat969 ай бұрын
Thank you for the information. I had to go with the medium as I rent and can't add the dedicated outlet to use the large but if I could I would get the X-Large now that it is available.
@LauraHenderson-g8f9 ай бұрын
Great comparison and thanks for the information. I am still using the paper liners and I think it is time to get silicone liners I am sure that will save some money over time.
@sister_num75169 ай бұрын
Thanks for the info, just got the XL 6 tray. Sooooo much to learn.
@tizmehere4929 ай бұрын
This comparison was very interesting & much appreciated. I would love to see the parts removed for cleaning in a future video. I look forward to your future freeze dryer videos. Thanks for being a part of freeze dryer February. 🥶❄️
@gooseberrybridgefarm9 ай бұрын
Yes! once it warms up enough and we start using the XL I will do a video on cleaning it!
@debbiethompson34979 ай бұрын
Wow, the difference between lg and xl hr freeze driers is stark! thanks for sharing
@debbiekiehl91669 ай бұрын
I'm a new subscriber thanks to your participation in freezedriedFebruary 2024! Nice to meet you! It was nice to see a close up comparison of the size difference between the XL vs L freeze driers. Glad you are happy with your purchase! Your wreaths are beautiful.
@JH-tj9jd13 күн бұрын
We have a large also, and it takes us two months non-stop just to freeze dry our blueberries every year. We ordered an xl a couple of days ago.
@JoanneT-jh6hl9 ай бұрын
Amazing how much bigger the xl is to large. It was very interesting that you can freeze dry flowers and they look so much better than the air dried. You make beautiful wreaths!
@elainemccullough33339 ай бұрын
Very interesting to see the comparison of the sizes! 😊
@sort_of_a_homestead9 ай бұрын
The difference between the two sizes is a lot bigger than I expected!
@cookiewilcox50829 ай бұрын
I've been saving my $ for a medium fd (thinking it would serve our family). Your video has made me realize I need to get the xl fd to begin with. Thank you for sharing.
@holliebarnes70159 ай бұрын
Those x-large freeze dryers are a beast… I have a large. I’m sure this summer I could easily fill a xl.. maybe someday!
@lowefamilyadventures9 ай бұрын
Never though about freeze drying flowers. Im thinking about up great to XXL.
@LauraMiller-xh3xt9 ай бұрын
Thank you for all the information. Do both of your freeze dryers plug into a standard electrical outlet?
@gooseberrybridgefarm9 ай бұрын
The Large and XL at least each require their own dedicated 20 amp outlet. They pull a lot of power so make sure to account for that!