Tutorials and Farm-Life Videos
Here at Alpha Fern, we’ve opened our doors to let in our customers to see all of the behind-the-scenes details that go into running Alpha Fern. View our insider videos, interviews with industry leaders like U-Bloom, or learn a little more about our company culture and history.
Garland Talks Ep. 5 | Ordering Information
How to Order Garlands from Alpha Fern | Step-by-Step Guide with Jennifer
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Garlands by Alpha Fern: How to Order & Variations
Your tutorial video for garland-ordering basics.
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Gardener's Hotline with Karen Stauderman: Cut Foliage
Cut-foliage talk with Jennifer & FernTrust.
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Garland Talks Ep. 1 | Olive vs. Eucalyptus: Seasonal Garland Tips with Jennifer Strickland
We’re diving into the seasonal shift from Eucalyptus to Olive and why Olive makes an excellent choice for garlands when Eucalyptus is out of season.
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Garland Talks Ep. 2 | The Importance of Pliability & Movement in Your Garland Designs
Welcome back to Garland Talks with Jennifer Strickland, General Manager at Alpha Fern!
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Garland Talks Ep. 3 | Let's Talk Lengths
This week, we’re switching things up — instead of hearing from Jennifer, you’ll get the inside scoop from our Sales Manager, Buffi Smith, as she shares everything you need to...
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Garland Talks Ep. 4 | All About Cocculus
Welcome back to Garland Talks! In this episode, our Sales Manager Buffi Smith is diving into one of our favorite budget-friendly greens — Cocculus.
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Why Weeping Podocarpus is a Fan Favorite
Delicate, elegant, and full of texture—Weeping Podocarpus is a standout favorite here at Alpha Fern, and for good reason!
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How We Craft & Ship Our Garlands
From the farm to your doorstep, and everywhere in between—our garlands are carefully crafted, perfectly curated, and delivered with care every single time.
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Alpha Fern Harvesting Process
At Alpha Fern, cutting greens isn’t just a task—it’s a carefully perfected process rooted in experience and precision.
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What is The Iron Curtain?
At Alpha Fern, protecting our product is just as important as growing it—and sometimes, that means building barriers strong enough to keep nature at bay.
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How We Use Saran Walls to Protect Our Greens | Behind the Scenes
In this video, we’re giving you a behind-the-scenes look at how we use saran walls to shield our foliage from more than just the elements.
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Early Days at Alpha Fern Company
Ever wonder how Alpha Fern came to life? In this special video, we sit down with our founder, Joe Strickland, as he shares the inspiring story of how Alpha Fern...
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Sustainable Growing at Alpha Fern
In this video, we’re sharing how we collect and use rainwater from our ponds to keep our greens healthy, hydrated, and thriving.
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Garland Talks Ep. 6 | Garlands for Arches
In Episode 6, Jennifer takes a deep dive into one of the most requested topics we get: garlands for arches.
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Garland Talks Ep. 7 | Linear vs. Rounded Foliage | Table Garland Design & Pro Tips
In this episode of Garland Talks, Jennifer breaks down the key differences between linear foliage and rounded foliage and shows you exactly how to use each for the best results.
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Garland Talks Ep. 8 | Why Leatherleaf Deserves a Spot in Your Garlands
In this episode of Garland Talks, Jennifer explores the timeless beauty and versatility of Leatherleaf in garlands.
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Industry Resources
We pride ourselves in open transparency in our workflows and educational resources. We also make sure to educate our customers the best we can so they can also build amazing products with our foliage. Here’s a list of our favorite resources for floral industry and foliage education.
Floral Greens Farmers of Florida
The Floral Greens Farmers of Florida is a cooperative group of cut foliage farmers dedicated to growing high quality foliage for the floral industry.
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Society of American Florists
The Society of American Florists is the trade association dedicated to helping the U.S. floral industry grow.
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Oasis Floral Products
Oasis Floral Products is a great resource for must-have products and floral design tutorials.
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