Voss Farms Cut Flowers LLC

06/14/2024

⛱️It feels like summer!!🌞 Bring some sunshine inside with some fresh, Genoa grown flowers!💐

In addition to our $20 bouquets, we are now offering $10 bunches. Perfect for a bud vase for small spaces or to upgrade our mixed bouquets. No matter the occasion, everyone should have some blooms in their world.

Come visit our self-serve flower stand!
📍34388 North State Road, Genoa
Friday-Sunday 8am-8pm
We accept cash, Venmo, and PayPal

‼️Children not for sale (today) 😉‼️

06/10/2024

💐 Delighted to join Ladies Night! Come mix and match our beautiful, locally grown flowers and stems to create a bouquet that's uniquely you. See you there!

Send a message to learn more

06/10/2024

💐New!💐
You're invited to make Summer unforgettable with our new Summer Bouquet Subscription. Enjoy two months of fresh, locally grown flowers delivered to your door every two weeks in July and August. Visit our website for details and to secure your subscription before it blooms away!

https://www.vossfarmscutflowers.com/product-page/summer-2024-subscription

06/07/2024

💐Brighten your weekend with a visit to our self-serve flower stand. Our locally grown blooms are perfect for any occasion. Because who doesn't need a little floral joy?💐

Located at 34388 North State Road, Genoa
Open 8am-8pm every Friday- Sunday
$20 each. We accept Cash, Venmo, and PayPal.

06/01/2024

Flowers are good for your health! Studies show having fresh flowers in your home is mood boosting and even promotes improved memory! (Link in the comments)

Handfuls of happiness are available at our self-serve flower stand every Friday-Sunday 8am-8pm
Located at 34388 North State Road, Genoa
💐$20 each, we accept cash, venmo and paypal

05/27/2024

When I was a child, Memorial Day felt like a historical holiday remembering soldiers fallen in wars that happened generations ago in a bygone era. It seemed so far removed from our day-to-day. My young eyes only saw the old men in faded uniforms. Not the young active duty soldiers they represented. Only until adulthood did I realize the immediacy of the sentiment. Service men and women are putting their lives on the line every day.

So, this Memorial Day, I will remember the soldiers that lost their lives before their time, from wounds seen and unseen. You have my deepest gratitude.

05/24/2024

Peony bouquets are at the flowerstand!
Located at 34388 North State Rd, Genoa
Self-serve. $20 each. We accept cash venmo and paypal

05/23/2024

Last weekend while working my booth at the Spring Market in the Park I was chatting with my neighbor. I very kind woman named Christina. She is an employee of Illinois DCFS. Her table was full of information about becoming a much needed foster parent and job opportunities within the organization. I had my 2 boys with me due to an unforeseen turn of events. They were running around and "helping" as much as a 4 and 3 year-old can while I threw snacks at them including bags of chips and fruit snacks. I was left feeling simultaneously self-conscious about my own parenting choices and relief that she "must like kids, right? She works for DCFS..." In the end, everything ended up being more than fine.

When you work an event like a market you get to know your neighbors (especially if you're doing it solo which we both were), typically they are very kind and you chat during slow times, help each other set up your tents or watch each other's stuff if you need to use the restroom or get food. During a lull in the day Christina asked me, "So why flowers?" And this got me thinking. I'll get to the answer in a little bit.

A couple days later I was talking to a friend and fellow small business owner about the multiple hats we wear being entrepreneurs. And I came to the realization how incredibly hard flower farming is. I mean I knew it was hard, but dang! It's so much more than many other businesses. Let's start with the hats. In my business I am the Owner, Purchaser, Accountant, Sales Rep, Photographer, Marketer, Social Media Content Creator, Website Developer, Human Resources, etc. These are all the same for most small businesses starting off. But the unique part of flower farming is I am also the Horticulturalist, Agronomist, Etymologist, Field Hand. And that's just to get the flower to bloom! Then I become the Wholesaler, Florist and Floral Designer. What it comes down to is I am the artist who creates their own paint, the chef who grows all their own ingredients, the carpenter who mills their own lumber.

Every stem variety has been hand selected, sown, transplanted, w**ded, watered, fertilized, harvested, conditioned, and arranged (mind you each variety has different requirements for each step!) before it can make it into your hands. That's if it hasn't been damaged by weather, disease, pests or a sundry of other misfortunes beyond my control.

So back to Christina's question. Why flowers? Why do all of this work for something that is ultimately going to die? Because.

Because smelling the earth and getting my hands dirty feeds my soul in a way nothing else does. Because toiling in the w**ds brings the satisfaction of a job well done far more than sitting in front of a screen. Because since the beginning of time people have used flowers as symbols of love and affection, bringing smiles to one another in moments of joy and sorrow. Because I hope the prayers I pray of love and goodwill over the seeds I sow are felt by the person who enjoys the flowers I grow. That's why, Christina. That's why I grow flowers.

05/21/2024

It's time for Peonies! I have seen some beautiful ones while out driving around. Don't be afraid to cut some and bring them inside. There's no better way to enjoy their beautyand scent!

05/19/2024

WE'RE HERE!
Come check us out at the Spring Market in the Park! There are so many great vendors, you don't want to miss it!

Chamberlain Park, Genoa 10 - 3pm.

05/17/2024

Fingers crossed 🤞 the warm weather will make these babies pop in time for the Spring Market in the Park on Sunday! Can't wait to see you there.

Also, our self-serve flower stand is open as usual.
Located at 34388 North State Road, Genoa. Open Friday- Sunday 8am-8pm. We accept cash, venmo and paypal.

05/10/2024

The flower stand is stocked! Things are looking purpley this weekend. Don't forget to grab a bouquet for mom too! 😉

34388 North State Road, Genoa
Open 8am-8pm
We accept cash, paypal and venmo.

05/03/2024

The flower stand is stocked and ready! Come pick up your fresh bouquet straight from the farm.
Open Friday-Sunday 8am-8pm
📍located at 34388 North State Road, Genoa
$20 each. We accept cash, Venmo, and Paypal ()

Can't get there this weekend? Don't worry! The flower stand will be open every weekend during the season! 💐

04/27/2024

All dressed up and nowhere to go!
The Spring Market in the Park has been canceled due to forecasted weather.

🌷So, the flower stand will be stocked with fresh tulip bouquets this afternoon and tomorrow!

📍Located at 34388 North State Road, Genoa.
$20 for each 12 stem bunch.
💲We accept cash, venmo, and paypal ()

Thank you for supporting local flowers! ❤️

04/24/2024

Tulips are at their peak!
Take home a bunch this Sunday at Market in the Park!

04/21/2024

T-minus 1 week until we open for the season and tulips are bursting!
🛍Come visit us at the Market in the Park next Sunday along with over 100 other vendors.
🌷We'll have plenty of fresh long stem bouquets for you to take home and enjoy.
See you there!

04/08/2024

We won't officially be open for the season for a few weeks, but daffodils are bursting! Here are some fun facts about these iconic spring blooms.

👀🧐Be on the look out for more "In the Vase" posts during the season to learn more about your favorite locally grown flowers.

04/02/2024

As we count down the weeks until we are open for the season, I wanted to take a moment to introduce ourselves. We are the Voss family, the faces behind the flowers.

My name is Megan. I started Voss Farms Cut Flowers in 2021. My mission is to grow florist quality flowers and make them easily available for everyone. It is my belief everyone should have beautiful flowers in their home or workplace, no special occasion required!

My biggest supporter and "yes man" is my husband Brian. Not once has he denied my dream of growing flowers and even helps w**d without a fuss. Together we have 2 boys, Boyd and Clint, who love watering and helping as much as possible.

We will be opening for the season April 28th where you can find us at the Spring Market in the Park in Genoa. I can't wait to see you there!

Thank you for supporting my business, my dreams, and most importantly my family.🩷💐🩷

03/27/2024

Greenhouse update:
🌱Everything is looking great! The first round of cool hardy seedlings has reached the "pull-able plug stage." This means their roots fill the cell and leave a clean space when removed from the tray. Although still small they are developed enough to be planted out in the field but not yet root bound. My goal is to get these babies in the ground next week! Not to worry, they thrive in cool temperatures and can even handle some frost.

Meanwhile outside, daffodils have budded up and the tulips have pushed up foliage.

What is your favorite sign of spring? 🌷

03/24/2024

Looking for a way to make your garden "greener" this spring? Check out the rain barrel program from our local DeKalb County Soil and Water Conservation District. Not only are you reducing runoff and storm sewer drainage, but plants LOVE rainwater over what comes out of the tap. 🌿💦

02/27/2024

Mother nature sure knows how to take us for a ride! Yesterday, the ranunculus was planted out while this morning was spent in the greenhouse (my favorite place to be) watering seedlings, moving the second round of seed starts up from the basement, and thinning the flats to 1 seedling per cell.
It has been a challenge keeping a moderate temperature in the greenhouse. Warm, bright, sunny days and freezing nights have me constantly checking the thermometer and alternating between pulling panels off to cool it down and turning the heater on so things don't freeze! Regardless, these babies look happy and are putting on some nice growth.

Get out and soak up some sun!

02/12/2024

I see green! The first seedlings of the season have sprouted! These are the most cold-hardy annuals: snapdragons, stock, statice, and campanula. They'll live inside this "germination chamber" for a couple more weeks to allow any more seeds to pop up, then move out to the greenhouse where they'll grow on until planting day early April. Each year, propagation space becomes more and more precious. As soon as these trays are removed, new trays will replace them for germination, moved to the greenhouse, replaced, and so on until May. Spring is in the air!

02/01/2024

Don't you just love pleasant surprises! Today, I am so grateful for the warm, spring-like weather. The new roof on the greenhouse is thicker, stronger, and more beautiful without the old rotten wood cross supports. The Ranunculus I never pulled up somehow survived the freezing temperatures and is putting on new growth. And my seed order arrived today! It feels better than Christmas! Next up is soaking new Ranunculus corms and starting some seeds!

What pleasant surprises have you had lately?

01/24/2024

Heavy snow load + rain = next week's project.

Seed orders are in! As soon as they arrive, I'll have hands in the dirt and seedlings starting. But first I need to repair my greenhouse roof! Luckily, the rain is supposed to dry up, and temps will be near 40F. New roof panels are in the garage waiting to go up. It's nearly go time!

01/16/2024

Man, it's painfully frigid outside! It is during these days of hibernation where all the planning for the upcoming growing season happens. Besides starting seeds, this is one of my favorite parts of flower farming. Organizing seeds, selecting what varieties to grow, when they need to be started, when they need to be planted out, and where they are going to be planted. There is so much optimism and possibility! It's like a puzzle, piecing together what is going to bloom, and when. Although it takes some time to figure out, I definitely don't mind sitting here with my cup of tea, looking at beautiful flowers and dreaming of warmer weather while the ground is covered in snow.

What flowers are you most looking forward to?

12/07/2023

Christmas is less than 20 days away! Do you have all your gifts bought? I know I don't! If you're still looking for a unique and fresh (pun intended) gift for a special someone, check out our bouquet subscriptions and eGift Cards.

Does it seem a bit far off to be thinking about spring and summer flowers? By pre-ordering you are helping Community Supported Agriculture (CSA). As you know 100% of our flowers are grown in Genoa. Over 80% of those flowers are started by seed between late winter to early spring. Your purchase now helps fund the necessary supplies and seeds to get next year's blooms started.

You can check out our subscription options at www.vossfarmscutflowers.com/shop
Thank you for supporting local!

11/24/2023

On sale now! The perfect gift for the person who has it all: something fresh and beautiful each week. Choose our bouquet subscription for a gift that keeps on giving!

Like fresh flowers every single week? Choose our Spring or Summer option for pickup at our flower stand location. Prefer delivery? Choose our All Season Long option with bouquets brought to your door every two weeks! Check out more details and make your purchase at www.vossfarmscutflowers.com/shop

Quantities are limited, don't wait!

11/18/2023

The count down is on!
This holiday, give a gift that keeps on giving: a bouquet subscription! Perfect for the flower lover in your life or someone who deserves a little extra beauty in their day.

Choose from weekly Spring and Summer Subscriptions (pick up only) or have fresh bouquets delivered right to your door with the All Season Long option.
For pricing and details check out our website www.vossfarmscutflowers.com
Available Black Friday! Be sure to get yours, availability is limited.

11/17/2023

I have a HUGE but SMALL favor to ask.

Go to my Business Page - Voss Farms Cut Flowers

Go to the 3 little dots on the side of page, Hit “invite friends”

Select "invite all" & done

You've SUCCESSFULLY supported my Small Business for $0.00 and less than 30 seconds of your time.

Thank YOU for supporting small and local business!

(Copied) But, by doing this small thing, you are helping support my dream and my family. This small business greatly appreciates your help spreading the word about local flowers! 💐 Thank you!