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Beauty with a Body Count: The haunting, dangerous, and dark side of flowers
Explore the dark side of the garden with wolfsbane, snapdragon skulls, and gothic flowers—where beauty, poison, and folklore intertwine. Discover poisonous and black flowers, eerie garden plants, and the fine line between medicine and myth.
Ilana Williams
Oct 23, 20254 min read


The Secret Cost of Flower Farming
Unpacking the hidden costs - mental and financial - behind local flower farming. Why flowers are expensive, and why they're worth every penny.
Ilana Williams
Sep 26, 20258 min read


Mid-Summer Madness, Mildew & Magic: What July Really Looks Like on a Flower Farm
July on the flower farm is a hot, chaotic mess—and also wildly beautiful. Between the zinnias, scabiosa, and first dahlias, this mid-summer update shares what’s blooming, what’s breaking, and how I'm keeping the stand (and myself) standing.
Ilana Williams
Jul 22, 20255 min read


Why Local Flowers Matter (Even in Summer)
Published by Grey Dog Flowers, Mills River, NC Why Local Flowers Matter (Even in Summer) Summer bouquets of lavender, zinnias, echinacea,...
Ilana Williams
Jul 11, 20253 min read


Sustainability at Grey Dog Flowers
Solar panels power the Grey Dog Flowers farm stand near Asheville, NC A Commitment to Sustainable Flower Farming Grey Dog Flowers is a...
Ilana Williams
Jun 30, 20257 min read


What is a Flower CSA - And Why it's the Best Way to get Fresh Cut Flowers in Asheville
Grey Dog Flowers has been providing fresh flower bouquets since 2024. If you're searching for weekly flower bouquets, longing for vibrant...
Ilana Williams
Jun 7, 20254 min read
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