The Floral Dream: A Guide to Growing Cut Flowers in New Zealand by Olivia McCord (Potton & Burton) $49.99 RRP Photo: Potton & Burton
Olivia McCord is a self-taught gardener based in Tauranga. She used to run an edible flower business but now specialises in cut flower seeds.
Her passion for growing flowers has culminated in the writing of The Floral Dream: A guide to growing cut flowers in New Zealand.
The book features advice, seasonal tips and simple techniques for foraging, cultivating healthy soil and sowing seeds that flourish in Aotearoa's climate.
Olivia speaks to Mihingarangi about the art of growing cut flowers.
Olivia McCord is the author of The Floral Dream: A guide to growing cut flowers in New Zealand. Photo: Olivia McCord
