Episode 5: Gretchen O'Neil is Full of Ideas

Today we’re sitting down with Gretchen O’Neil (pictured above right) of Petals, ink. & Grassdale Flower Farm to discuss:

• how she finally recognized the constant pull of the floral industry on her career path choices
• a pivotal moment which left her inspired to grow flowers in the challenging Texas climate
• the heartfelt letter that won the hearts of the previous owners of her flower farm, Grassdale
• her newest project: Austin’s first 100% locally grown mobile flower truck
• and a special interview with her daughter, Aiwyn

• Anthropologie ‘Blazing Poppies’ wallpaper
• Kickstarter: the world’s largest funding platform for creative projects
• Floret workshop with Erin Benzakein & Amy Merrick
• Portland Design Institute
• Arnosky Family Farms – Texas Specialty Cut Flowers