What a great show, Im looking forward to many more!! My two favorite girls in one spot. I am so excited to watchcant wait!!! Who would have thought that a small garden of sweet peas would turn into this! I just finished taking your 2020 workshop and am really looking forward to seeing what Ive learned come to life on TV!!! So happy for you! more. I am set on a flower cutting garden to go with it and can not wait to order favorite seeds from you. Congratulations! Unlike every other interaction, this was one that made it clear that they were genuinely interested in what we were up to here at Floret. Theyre small town family vibe is what people long for and seems to be going away in our culture. I also agree with the other mother daughter duo from In. That is beyond anything I would imagine for you guys!! YOU deserve this. However, as Erin Benzakein tells it, all of the offers and ideas were lacking in some way. Erin this is amazing news. Hip hip hooray! Congratulations Erin & Chris this is so wonderful I can not wait to watch!! I have been watching your business grow through your website and books for the past few years. Having just relocated from the urban center that is Seattle, the Benzakeins had to figure out how to support themselves. Thank you for all you have done and continue to do to inspire a beautiful way of life to people all over the world. Sending you all the best for your future expansion! It is exciting to be a part of a movement where family comes first, couples are applauded, and visions are truly reached. "And now that I get to do it? The forthcoming cable channel, Chip and Joanna Gaines' joint venture with. So good to hear of everything you are going for. Magnolia Network 69.9K subscribers Subscribe 36K views 2 years ago Erin and Chris Benzakein have spent the last decade building their family-run business Floret Farms from the soil up in the. This is fantastic news. I was inspired by you guys and now growing flowers. I was introduced to your farm through my friend, Ariella Chezar, who did a workshop on your farm. Heres to strong community, care for the earth, and glorious seasonal organically grown flowers everywhere! Congratulations & thank you for all of your work making people aware of locally grown flowers and flower farmers. Congratulations!! The. Well, when it comes to Growing Floret, Erin Benzakein is both fascinating and authentic, with a wholesomeness about her you don't come by very often. What an inspiring double couple/family stories! They didnt pitch any smarmy show ideas or try and sway us into a heavily scripted, high-drama production. "After sitting through close to a dozen conference calls, it became abundantly clear that none of the show concepts were a good fit for us," she wrote on the Floret blog. I was a TV producer for years and slowly entering into the cut flower farm business since moving out of NYC. I cant wait to see this series! I LOVE their books and were planning on growing a []. It has been so hard to keep such an exciting secret for so long, and Im thrilled that we can finally share the news. Congratulations! After sitting through so many dead-end meetings, we had been convinced that television was off the table. Weve filmed plenty of videos with our small DSLR camera, but the idea of having an entire crew with professional camera gear and sound equipment following us around was really intimidating. Jo Ann. Im beyond excited! I am one of them. What a wonderful opportunity for you to show case the beautiful flowers you grow. Wow this is so exciting! I watched it without interruption as I sipped my strong coffee. One of the nation's leading "farmer-florists," Floret founder Erin Benzakein specializes in growing unique flowers on her Washington State farm. While we were away, Blue Chalk Media flew to Waco, Texas, to share the sizzle reel with the Magnolia team. It took someone from the outside, like Chip and Joanna, to see that. All day long it popped in my mind that I needed to look up that calendar but I kept forgetting. Follow Intense and mysterious, dahlias are like no other flower Floret Flower Farm has grown. Keep up the good work! After that, the Benzakiens expanded their operation to two acres, replete with a large design studio. Oh my gosh Erin!!!! Congratulations! Im so happy to hear that you guys are teaming up to provide genuine, real, and inspirational programming to share with the world. It obviously worked, because when Benzakein reached out to Whole Foods, they got back to her right away with a large request. Your work is beautiful and inspiring. Im an OLD retired florist. I cant wait to follow your journey is this documentary. Sassie & Fuller Grissom Well another chapter has opened up for you. In a day where the content of a persons character seems to matter less this business and show appears to still have character that is trustworthy. Cant wait to see the show. "It's rare, and refreshing, to see another couple making it work so well, given the pressure and challenges that come with running a small business and working alongside your spouse every day," she continued. It. This is so exciting! Hugs and love to you from the great white north! Each episode is centered around a specific season and explores what it takes to grow a heart-centered, creative business. What an exciting adventure!! When the dream becomes reality we think Oh no can I handle this!! I have followed their show Fixer Uppers from the beginning. Magnolia Network is a media joint venture between Chip and Joanna Gaines and Discovery, Inc., a global leader in real life entertainment reaching 3 billion viewers in more than 220 countries and territories. Hi. I am so excited for yall, and your team! Blue Chalk's Magnolia Network series "Growing Floret" has been renewed for a second season! Congratulations Erin and Floret team. Episodes. Viewers will also have access to a seven-part flower-growing workshop on the Magnolia app, Magnolia Workshops. Thank you.. Congratulations What a wonderful adventure you all have been on! I feel like Im a part of a big secret before anyone knew and I want to tell everyone! I love your gardens and sure wish I lived closer to your area of country. Great job keeping the secret. !, Erin & Chris this is going to be amazing to watch. Learn how to start flowers from seed in this three-part video series. A well-deserved honor, for sure. How exciting that your floral journey will be experienced worldwide. I cant wait to watch you on the Magnolia Network! I shared your trailer with all my plant and flower loving friends immediately. Im so excited for this series. for more information and contact your television provider to Thanks to all at Floret Farm! It will be interesting to watch and see if Benzakein and her family follow a similar trajectory as the Gaines did. Cheers to your dreams becoming realities and sorting through and doing projects that keep you true to yourself, your family and team! I began reading everything I could get my hands on when I came across your blog. "While I have really big goals for both Floret and myself, being on TV hasn't been one of them," she wrote on the Floret website. After a few weeks of discussions, they sent Blue Chalk Media, an award-winning Portland-based production company to the farm for three days to film a sizzle reel, which is essentially a trailer for a potential TV show. However, that's not the case, as this enterprising floral expert is also a bestselling book author. YAY! You work so incredibly hard and I am so excited to see such great success come your way! While I have really big goals for both Floret and myself, being on TV hasnt been one of them. While Erin Benzakein and her family are about to become reality television stars on Growing Floret, that wasn't something that she ever imagined would happen. The outlet went on to share what Butters' plan entailed. This is the best news to start my morning, cant wait to see your beautiful farm in operation. May the Lord continue to bless you and your family on this new journey. Have a question? The photography on season 1 episode 2 is really stunning. What an amazing platform to be a part of. Joanna and Chip are the Best!! After Erin and Chris Benzakein moved to Skagit Valley in 2001, Erin got to work in her garden growing vegetables and flowers. Congratulations!! In addition to his early financial support, Chris also worked nights and weekends to build the Floret Farm into what it is today. After sitting through close to a dozen conference calls, it became abundantly clear that none of the show concepts were a good fit for us. However, Im not surprised they picked you. That is awesome I told my husband that you are my Joanna Gaines for Flowers! Keep up the great work, we are very proud for you all and wish you the best. Thanks for kicking loving and growing flowers onto another level. We are so happy for you all to be recognized for all you have done and think you are with a fantastic group to help you along on this next adventure. Discovery+ brought your story into my life this morning, Saturday, February 6, 2021, on the coast of North Carolina. "We care deeply about the environment and are committed to conducting our business in harmony with nature," the Benzakeins wrote on their website. What an adventure for sure! I dont know who said Do what you love and youll never work a day in your life but you certainly proved it true! It is where I am exactly this very day! We love your blog, your art, your seeds and you! I totally get that it takes a village. Watch their journey and the transformation of the farm in the Emmy-nominated four-part documentary series Growing Floret on the Magnolia Network. What a perfect fit for you and your family/team. The reason? You bring so much joy to so many of us! If you are in our service area and believe you received this message Outdoor Spaces Home TV-G Start Free Trial Free trial available to new subscribers. HOW EXCITING!!! Growing Floret, which will debut when the Magnolia Network launches in October, will follow Floret Flower Farm founder Erin Benzakein as she and her team attempt to transform a problematic 20-acre parcel of land in Washington into a beautiful and sustainable organic flower farm in just one year. This is fantastic news! God Bless all of you. I ordered your book before my big fall and knee surgery. There is a saying For such a time as this youve travelled the bumpy road and beauty has blossomed from it. "I didn't make any money, and there was poop everywhere," Erin quipped in a chat with the outlet. Wishing you continued success and proud to say Im a huge fan. The HGTV network hasnt fulfilled the garden part of their acronym for years! I will be looking and watching your new show this Fall too! Started following you then. You are an awesome business owner, and you generously share your knowledge freely so that other aspiring flower farmers can be successful in their businesses. Looking forward to watching this and really really looking forward to Book 3 Dahlias are my absolute favorite! And I couldnt be more excited to watch your show! Thanks for making a beautiful and real pilot that we felt was appropriate for our young children to see. "I wanted to hide.". Of course, Benzakein eventually started watching Fixer Upper, and clearly found a lot of inspiration in Chip and Joanna Gaines. You can also watch Magnolia Network on TV through your cable or satellite provider on the Magnolia Network channel. The two-acre Floret Farm is exactly where viewers will be introduced to Erin and Chris Benzakein in Growing Floret. I knew as soon as I saw Joanna reviewed your book that something magical was going to follow! Id love to watch how you work and live on your beautiful flower farm. Finally, the, opportunity to expand became a reality when the neighboring farm went up for sale, allowing Floret to grow without having to move. I was listening to you say how terrifying it is now that your dream of owning more land has come true. Your passion, your dream to inspire the world. A thriving research farm, Floret specializes in giving flower lovers the tools and information they need to grow the gardens of their dreams. I love the fact that no matter how much your little farm has grown and how successful you have been, that you have been so humble and grounded and continuing to share your knowledge with all of your flower admirers . Our whole family loves what you are doing! Outdoor Spaces. "I also adore dahlias, and that is the flower we're perhaps best known for," she continued. Regina @bloomsoftheloop. YAY! Looking forward to watching the series!!! :-D. How exciting for all of you at Floret Farms!!!! Fortunately, the Benzakeins have support from Chip and Joanna Gaines, who empathize with the enterprising couple. But I will go watch it at happy hour somewhere if I have too. Growing Floret recently received two Daytime Emmy nominations in the categories of Outstanding Lifestyle Program and Outstanding Cinematography. As a 2020 graduate of Floret Workshop, I am so thrilled to see this blessing come your way. Episodes. This sounds like a dream partnership. Too bad its not available to the general public. Looking forward to seeing your show in October. Im in New Zealand and I watch Chip and Jo and love their Fixer Upper programme, and I follow Floret and look forward to my emails, what a fantastic fit, I am so excited for you and cant wait to see it here in NZ!! Been wondering when a flower show was going to make an appearance. This will give me something to look forward to. Your hard work, long days, and ability to transition from project to project is admirable. How did the concept of the show come to be? What an exciting next chapter for you and so well deserved. Cheers! After nearly a year of secrecy, I am so excited to finally be able to share the incredible news that weve been filming a documentary series about our farm for Chip and Joanna Gainess upcoming Magnolia network! Its so wonderful our line of work will be shared and folks can see the real deal of flowers farming. Im IN LOVE with u guys and ur show. Congratulations on all your success and for following your dreams and putting yourself out there. That friend, a flower grower from Idaho named MaryJane Butters, told Benzakein that she needed to do something that was acres away from her comfort zone: She needed to put herself out there as the face of Floret. I have been following your blogs, emails, pointers and dialog for about 2 years now ( I was a late bloomer, LOL). Congrats! I couldnt be more excited for you all! Told my daughter this is someone we want to watch because they are us. Programming will center on home and gardening, food, design, lifestyle, and most importantly, community. Long Valley NJ. We sat down as a team and decided that we were done entertaining the idea of any type of show unless we could tell the real story of Floret and the bigger mission were working towards. ( 2019 graduate of your flower course), CONGRATULATIONS !!! Congratulations to the whole Floret team, especially for being able to keep it a secret for so long.what fun lies ahead. Since their founding, Blue Chalk has garnered more than 125 awards for clients such as Time Inc., Carnegie Corporation of New York, the higher education division of Pearson, the Food Network, The New Yorker, TIME, Morgan Stanley, and Nike. Now I have to figure out how to get cable We only watch Netflix and prime video right now Congratulations! Shelly J. Im super excited for you guys. I Hope we can find it because we dont have TV either?? This is why Growing Floret will be on Magnolia Network YouTube While Growing Floret really seems like a natural fit for the Magnolia Network, the Benzakeins had other production companies vying for their attention before Chip and Joanna Gaines came calling. Im so excited for this! Indeed, growing and selling flowers sounds a lot more pleasant! "I knew then and there that I had found my calling, and I wanted to devote my life to making other people's lives more beautiful with flowers," she continued. I already have learned so much from your book and website. Im not a florist / grower but came across your story a few years ago from my love of nature, gardening and plants. I cant wait to watch! Yay Team Floret!!!! For one, there's Erin's husband, Chris Benzakein, who's listed as "the heart of the operation" on the Floret website. The Farmer & the {Florist} Interview: Susan McLeary, Friday Favorites (16) - Finding Silver Pennies, Now Streaming: The Ever-Expanding Universe of Chip and Joanna Gaines - The Ringer, New to Floret? Floret has an exciting lineup of educational resources to help you grow the garden of your dreams. Twenty years of growing inside and outside it has been such a blessing to hear your story. Its hilarious how quickly weve all gotten used to the cameras and microphones being on! May God bless you. Im so inspired by what you have accomplished and cant wait to see you on television. In commenting on the series renewal, Blue Chalk CEO Greg Moyer said, We are thrilled to continue this labor of love as we tell fresh, new stories following Erin and Chris as they continue their adventures on the frontiers of flower farming.. My dad was a passionate gardener, after his 9-5 job. What great exposure for you and your company but also the rest of us in the Flower Farming world. Blue Chalk, is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, with offices and production facilities in Portland, Oregon, and operates around the world. Cheers to you! Erin and Chris Benzakein have spent the last decade building their family-run business, Floret Farms, in the fertile Skagit River Valley of Washington After that, the Gaines sent a production company to the Floret Farm to film a sizzle reel. Your hard work has paid off and added beauty to the world. Best wishes, Vanessa, Congratulations. The way in which theyve stayed true to their values and prioritized their family has been inspiring and has served as a good example for Chris and me to follow. .. Congrats and Cheers to the Floret Team, and to Erin for her visionary quest of locally grown blooms! That gets so old, sigh. "We are dedicated to the seasonal flower movement," the Benzakeins continued. Two of my very favorite businesses!!! And the time lapse photography from frost to death of the flower was a totally wow moment. "But now, we're risking it all.". Love the new book. In addition to the human stars you'll see on Growing Floret, chances are that you're also going to see some animal stars as well the show is filmed on a farm, after all. In fact, I first heard of Floret in Magnolia Journal and have been bitten by the bug ever since. So exciting and a huge congratulations from a big fan! Im so excited for you and all of the Floret family! Her vision has kept the company blooming, which now includes a mail-order seed company, three books, and a flower farming workshop for budding floral enthusiasts. I cannot wait to see the show. Yesterday, the TV channela joint venture between Chip and Joanna Gaines and Discovery, Inc.revealed the newest original series for the network will be Growing Floret. Your great grammy is smiling with you remembering those first Sweet Peas of happiness. Congratulations Erin and Chris! You guys deserve it many blessings for you and your vision and your inspiring business. I look forward to kicking my feet up and watching some floral sweetness this fall. Bummer, the DIY Network GO App is not available for any Apple products in Canada and not for Amazon Fire TV either. So when they announced that they were starting their own TV network, I was excited to see more real reality tv. We feel so privileged to have been able to attend one of your 3 day hands on workshops in 2015. After that, the orders just kept on rolling in. "Within minutes of watching the first episode I was struck by how down-to-earth and genuine Joanna and Chip seemed, and was surprised and delighted to finally find something we could watch together as a family," she wrote on the Floretblog. Im so happy and excited for all of you! Thats a dream come true! We cannot wait to watch. Growing Floret is available to watch and stream on the Magnolia Network, discovery+, and HBO Max. We're glad that Erin was able to find her passion, which in turn gave us Growing Floret. Cant wait til it arrives. "Television is not something that's been a big part of our lives." The new 24-acre farm is the home of Florets specialty seed company and educational programs, including its 6-week, Blue Chalk Media is an award-winning production company founded by people who believe in the power of nonfiction visual storytelling. This is the perfect pairingtwo of my biggest inspirations-Magnolia & Floret-so thrilled! I finally broke down and purchased some of your seeds this year and I cant wait to see them all growing in my gardens. WOW! I am an enthusiastic follower of your website since I bought your book Florets Farms Cut Flower Garden and at a young 56 I am trying to start my own mini cut flower garden. "We enthusiastically support flower farmers and gardeners, as well as floral designers who use locally grown blooms." "My answers vary and depend on what is in bloom at the moment," she revealed in an interview with The Seattle Times. I dont know why, though! Just finished ur 1st episode. What an incredible story! Thank for being an inspirational voice for the local flower movement. I am always so inspired when I think of your journey and watching how you applied hard work, focus and perseverance to transform your life, land, lives and an entire industry for a more beautiful world. Oh, Im seriously SO EXCITED! After browsing the site I stumbled upon the Discovery + announcement. 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