Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Christina Brontoli. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Christina, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. So, folks often look at a successful business and think it became a success overnight – but that often obscures all the nitty, gritty details of everything that went into the growth phase of your business. We’d love to hear about your scaling story and how you scaled up?

When I first started Flutter Farms, I had a simple setup: a roadside flower cart, a dream, and an unwavering willingness to say “yes.” Yes to new opportunities, yes to customer requests, and yes to figuring things out as I went. That mindset shaped my business in ways I never could have planned.

In those early years, I tried everything. Customers asked for something, and I made it happen. I said yes to bouquet subscriptions, yes to wedding florals, yes to markets, and yes to growing more varieties of flowers than I had space for. I said yes to late nights arranging blooms and early mornings harvesting in the field. And while saying yes built my reputation, it also helped me understand what I truly wanted my business to become.

With each yes, I learned. I saw which offerings brought joy (to both me and my customers) and which left me feeling stretched too thin. Over time, I refined my focus. I realized I wanted to create a high-touch, luxurious floral experience—one where my clients feel seen, heard, and delighted from the moment they reach out. That shift led me to where I am today: specializing in bouquet subscriptions, intimate weddings, large-scale arrangements, and immersive experiences at the flower farm.

Now, my business feels more balanced. I still have something to offer year-round—whether it’s fresh market bouquet subscriptions and U-picks in peak season, dried flowers for the colder months, or consulting for those wanting to bring beauty into their own gardens. But the biggest change? I’ve learned that saying “yes” to everything was how I found the right “yes” for me.

The power of yes got me here. The power of knowing when to say no keeps my business thriving.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

I’m the founder and floral designer behind Flutter Farms, a business that started as a simple “what if” and turned into something deeply meaningful for my family and community. In February of 2022, my husband and I were searching for something real—something that would bring our family outside, keep us grounded, and let us build something with our own hands. Three weeks later, Flutter Farms was born, with thousands of seeds on order and a dream ready to take root.

What started as a small no-till garden quickly grew into a full floral design and farming venture. I fell in love with the rhythm of the seasons, the quiet lessons of the soil, and the joy of watching my kids dig in the dirt alongside me. Leaving my 9-5 wasn’t just about growing flowers—it was about choosing a life that let me be present with my family, raising my kids with dirt under their nails and a front-row seat to nature’s best work.

I’m most proud of how Flutter Farms has grown in a way that stays true to my values—balancing artistry, sustainability, and personal connection. Being nominated as Florist of the Year was an incredible honor, but even more meaningful are the clients who tell me that my flowers brighten their day, mark their milestones, or bring a little extra beauty into their lives.

At the end of the day, I want potential clients and followers to know that Flutter Farms isn’t just about selling flowers; it’s about elevating everyday moments with nature’s luxury. Whether you want a striking bouquet, a garden filled with pollinator-friendly blooms, or a place to experience flowers hands-on, I’m here to bring that vision to life.

What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative in your experience?

The most rewarding part of being a creative, for me, is the process itself—letting nature take the lead. I don’t force flowers into rigid designs; I let them guide me. The shape of a stem, the curve of a petal, the way one bloom naturally leans toward another—all of these elements shape each arrangement in a way that feels organic and effortless.

Every bouquet is unique because no two flowers grow exactly the same. Instead of working against that, I embrace it. I let the movement, texture, and seasonality of each bloom dictate the final design, creating arrangements that feel alive—never stiff or overly structured. It’s a dance between my vision and what nature provides, and that’s what keeps the creative process so fulfilling.

The same philosophy applies to my approach to garden design. Designing a garden is like creating a giant floral arrangement, but with living plants that evolve through the seasons. I consider factors such as height, texture, and bloom time, ensuring that the garden feels immersive and dynamic rather than a static collection of rows. I’ve moved away from traditional straight-line planting and instead design spaces that are biodiverse, interactive, and full of movement. The result is not just a flower garden but an experience—one that invites people in, provides a haven for pollinators, and offers continuous beauty throughout the growing season.

There’s also something deeply rewarding about working with the seasons. The flowers that are available at any given time tell their own story, and I get to translate that into something beautiful. In spring, the delicate and airy blooms set the tone; in summer, it’s all about bold color and lush abundance; in fall, I work with rich, moody hues and textured elements. Even in winter, dried flowers have their own quiet elegance. Each season brings something new to work with, and that constant evolution keeps me inspired.

More than anything, I love that no two arrangements—or gardens—are ever the same. Each piece is a reflection of a moment in time—of what’s blooming, how the stems or plants are shaped, and how they come together in a way that feels natural and effortless. That process, that element of discovery with every design, is what makes being a floral designer and garden creator so rewarding.

Have you ever had to pivot?

Pivoting to Purpose: Leaving the Known for the Wild Unknown

Walking away from a steady career, a team I loved, and a role that had shaped me for years was the scariest thing I’ve ever done. I wasn’t just leaving a job—I was leaving a version of myself that had always known what came next. I had built a career rooted in structure, problem-solving, and a relentless drive to keep pushing forward. And then, I traded it all for a wild idea—a dream that had no guarantees, no roadmap, and, honestly, no prior experience to back it up.

The transition wasn’t seamless. It took well over a year before I could retrain my brain to stop feeling the constant need to go, go, go. Even now, there are days I struggle with that deeply ingrained mindset. Society wires us to believe that success is measured by busyness and a constant chase for more—more money, more accomplishments, more proof that we’re doing enough. Slowing down felt uncomfortable at first, almost like I was doing something wrong.

But through the seasons—both in life and in the garden—I learned to redefine success for myself. It wasn’t about being the busiest or making the most money. It was about building a life that aligned with my values, a life where I could be present with my family, where I could create something with my own hands, where my work felt deeply meaningful.

Success, for me, became watching my kids run through fields of flowers, learning the rhythm of nature, and creating beauty that connects people to something real. It became about trust—trusting myself, trusting the process, and trusting that choosing a different path didn’t mean failure. It meant freedom.

Pivoting to something unknown was terrifying, but it also gave me something I never had before: the space to breathe, to create, and to build something that truly feels like mine.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.flutterfarms.us
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flutterfarms/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flutterfarms

Image Credits

Liz – Sunshine & Shadows