Episode 19: Emily Avenson — Flower Love in the Belgian Countryside

Today we’re sitting down with Emily Avenson, owner of Fleuropean in Aubel, Belgium to discuss:

• what inspired her to begin growing flowers
• some of her favorite varieties to grow (hint: Creme Brulee Phlox and Sahara Rudbeckia made the list)
• how she’s managed to combine the vegetable garden culture of Europe with her flower garden blooms
• making plant-dyed ribbon
• the Slow Flowers movement & culture in Belgium
• why she started The Lonely Bouquet

• Santa Cruz Dahlias
• Madison Hartley | Hart Floral
• Susanne Hatwood | The Blue Carrot
• Anna Doshina Photography