Expect to pay more for Mother's Day flowers this year, florists say
The holiday, second only to Valentine's Day in flower sales, is driving up demand and pushing prices higher across South Florida.
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The holiday, second only to Valentine's Day in flower sales, is driving up demand and pushing prices higher across South Florida.
The magic behind millions of romantic Valentine's Day bouquets happens in a cargo warehouse at Miami International Airport.
It looks like South Florida flower shops are feeling the pressure of rising costs just before Mother's Day. Tariffs are driving up prices on everything from roses to wrapping paper and for small family-run businesses, it's hitting hard.
Flower prices could be higher this year due to tariffs enacted by President Trump.
Around 90% of the fresh cut flowers being sold for Valentine’s Day in the United States come through Miami, while the other 10% pass through Los Angeles.
The average price of a dozen roses for Valentine's Day 2025 vary by state due to factors like supply chain logistics, weather and inflation.
The past three weeks have been frantic for those involved in the fresh cut flower industry in Miami.
US Customs and Border Patrol agents are busy inspecting flowers that come through South Florida airports.
Monday, CBS News Miami got a closer look at the UPS Latin America International Air Hub and how Miami International Airport officials will be checking flowers that come in from other countries.
