As tariffs on imported flowers remain high, potentially driving up prices for Mother’s Day bouquets, florists are encouraging consumers to turn to locally grown flowers for both quality and affordability.
With up to 80% of cut flowers sold in the U.S. imported from countries like Canada, Mexico, and China, tariffs have increased costs and complicated supply chains.
Western North Carolina boasts a thriving community of flower farms and florists offering seasonal, fresh blooms just in time for Mother’s Day.
Farms such as Flourish Flower Farm in Asheville, Urban Farm Girl Flowers in Black Mountain, and Carolina Flowers near Marshall cultivate a wide variety of heirloom and specialty flowers, including peonies, tulips, and native blooms.
These growers focus on sustainable practices and provide vibrant, long-lasting flowers that reflect the region’s natural beauty.
Local florists like Flora Botanical Living and Flying Cloud Farm also emphasize sustainable growing methods, offering bouquets and arrangements made from flowers grown without chemical fertilizers or pesticides.
Many of these farms host events like farm tours and “cut-your-own-bouquet” experiences, inviting customers to connect directly with the source of their flowers.
Choosing local flowers not only helps avoid tariff-related price hikes but also supports regional agriculture and reduces environmental impacts associated with long-distance shipping.
With Mother’s Day falling on May 11, now is the perfect time to explore Western North Carolina’s rich floral offerings and celebrate with fresh, beautiful plants and flowers grown close to home.
