Rethinking Growth with Lindsey Mizock of Pompelmo Floral

Rethinking Growth with Lindsey Mizock of Pompelmo Floral

Author: Scott Shepherd, Host and Flower Educator November 13, 2025 Duration: 1:12:14

Scott Shepherd sits down with floral designer and grower Lindsey Mizock of Pompelmo Floral to talk about creativity, freelancing, and what it means to intentionally keep your business small. Lindsey shares insights from her years working on small farms along the California coast, her fine-art background, and her approach to design rooted in observation and authenticity. Together, they explore favorite flower varieties, the freedom of freelancing, and how staying small can create space for deeper creativity and connection in your floral business.

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