Open Flower Network: Preventing Burnout
Surviving ‘Slaugust’
Oct 7, 2025
If you’re a flower farmer, you’re probably familiar with the grueling slog that is August! Between the long, hot days, the never-ending weeds, and the heavy demands of harvest, many farmers struggle with increasing stress and waning enthusiasm.
In this video, Theresa Schumilas of Garden Party Flower Farm shares tried-and-true strategies for coping with ‘Slaugust,’ and discusses how self-reflection and good planning can help prevent burnout in future years.
You are in the driving seat of this farm, side hustle, hobby, business, whatever you’re in. So, you can set some boundaries around it. It is absolutely fine to say no.
~ Theresa Schumilas, Garden Party Flower Farm
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Preventing Burnout
Starting the Season Right for Flower Farmers
We’re sharing strategies and steps that flower farmers can take early in the season to set themselves up for a more manageable and enjoyable year.
Financial support was provided under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership.
