For flower farmers on South Whidbey, spring brings the bloom and another year of exponential growth.
That is, if they’re capable of keeping up with the ever-increasing demand.
The flower farming industry is currently booming as the industry undergoes a shift in the way the colorful gifts are bought and grown. For years, the industry has been dominated by products grown in South America that are later shipped to the states. However, consumers are increasingly looking to buy local, seasonal and sustainably-grown flowers.
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