The Flower Farm Experience
Spend an enchanting morning among the flowers
Please note: There has been a change since the printed programme was issued. Fantail Fields has been replaced with Willow & Rose on The Flower Farm Experience.
Join us for a delightful morning on a guided bus tour of three stunning flower farms, each with its own unique story and charm. Jo, Kate, and Rebecca will personally guide you through their farms, sharing inspiring insights into how their farms were established. Wander through vibrant flower beds, gather expert tips on flower cultivation, and discover how to start your very own picking garden at home. The experience will conclude with a relaxing morning tea and a captivating flower arranging demonstration from one of Marlborough’s most experienced florists, Jane Robinson from Mayflower Studio – sure to leave you blooming with inspiration.
Jo Ensor, Tyntesfield Blooms
In 2024, Jo Ensor and her family relocated to one of the main homesteads on her husband’s family farm. Surrounded by well-established plants and generous garden space, Jo saw an opportunity to turn a long-held dream into reality. Driven by a passion for cut flowers and a desire to engage her mind after having children, she began her journey into flower farming. Today, the vibrant gardens and thriving blooms are a testament to Jo’s dedication, hard work and eye for beauty.
Kate Tomlinson, Blicks Blooms
Kate Tomlinson and her husband established Blicks Blooms in Renwick just two years ago, and since then the flower farm has quickly developed into an enchanting oasis. Kate says it all begins beneath the surface with healthy, living soil that lets their flowers grow wild, chemical-free and full of character.
Rebecca Stoner, Willow & Rose
Rebecca, a qualified florist, returned to her passion for flowers after starting a family. What began as a few garden beds in 2021 has grown into a flourishing flower farm of annuals, perennials and shrubs. She supplies local Blenheim florists and occasionally creates arrangements for weddings and events. Born and raised on the farm, Rebecca and her husband took over in 2019 and now live there with their three children. Creative and curious, she’s always experimenting — currently making her own compost.
Jane Robinson, Mayflower Studio Florist
Jane, owner of Mayflower Studio, is a lifelong florist and gardener with over 40 years of experience. Known for her creative flair and deep plant knowledge, she specialises in large-scale event and display design. Jane enjoys sharing floristry skills with others and, together with her team of eight, grows a wide variety of cut flowers for the studio. She also loves foraging for unique foliage and branches to add a natural, seasonal touch to her arrangements.
