A breathtaking short film that traces the extraordinary journey of the Alaskan peony, from its quiet beginnings as a hardy tuber nested in the northern soil to its arrival in the hands of florists around the globe. Set against Alaska’s lush landscapes, snow capped mountains and endless summer skies the film reveals how this iconic flower thrives in one of the world’s most unexpected climates. This is not only a story of resilience and beauty of the peony itself, but also the dedication of the growers who nurture it through the hardships of wildlife, diseases and environmental stress. What begins as a hidden root beneath frozen ground blossoms into a symbol of elegance and celebrations in weddings, events and floral designs worldwide. More than a portrait of flowers, the film is a meditation on presence. It reminds us that to “follow a flower” is to follow a philosophy- choosing care over haste, craft over convenience and connection over consumption. Follow The Flower is a visual and emotional journey that captures how a single bloom can connect the farthest reaches of the earth.

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The film will be followed by a Q & A with the director and local growers as well as a reception featuring Peony Mead from Sweet Gale Meadworks & Cider House, fresh flowers and an assortment of products produced by our own local cooperative.

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