Happy New Year, everyone! Interested in integrating the Pantone Color of the Year into your garden or floral arrangements? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the Pantone Color of the Year for 2026 ('Cloud Dancer') and a dreamy white corn cockle flower that embodies this color story (Agrostemma githago 'Ocean Pearls'). Listen to the podcast and find out why 'Ocean Pearls' corn cockle is a must-grow plant for your garden or farm!

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Episode 122 - Pantone Color of the Year 2025 & Scabiosa 'Ping Pong'

Episode 20 - Cool Flowers Troubleshooting - Direct Seeding in Very Early Spring

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