Rose Prices Today: How much online shopping apps like Blinkit, Ferns & Petals, Instamart and Zepto charging for roses today? Find out here.
Happy Rose Day 2024: February 7th has arrived, cloaking the world in a fragrant embrace as Rose Day, the blossoming prelude to Valentine’s Week, takes hold. While every corner brims with vibrant bouquets and the promise of love, a familiar sight chills the air – roses adorned with price tags that could puncture even the most passionate heart. Last year in 2023, prices of roses in India surged on Rose Day, with red roses reaching up to Rs 100-150 per stem compared to the usual Rs 20-30. This increase was attributed to factors like higher demand, and transportation costs. Similar trends were observed in other countries like the US and UK, where rose prices doubled or even tripled on Valentine’s Day, which often influences Rose Day prices as well. Let’s check out how much the roses are costing this time.
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Online shopping apps hike price of roses – Cost Check
Online shopping apps are charging a bomb for roses today. Currently, Blinkit is selling a bouquet of 10 red roses for Rs 518 and a pack of 6 roses for Rs 294. Ferns and Petals have taken the price up a notch with just 3 roses being sold at Rs 599! And not just the red roses, Ferns and Petals is also charging Rs 699 for a bouquet of 8 yellow roses.
Zepto on the other hand is selling a fresh red rose stem at Rs 39. However, they are charging Rs 74 for two stems. Swiggy’s Instamart is selling a bunch of 10 roses for a price of Rs 399, and mind you, this price is after a discount. The original price is listed at Rs 550.
Why these beautiful blooms are costing a fortune today?
Demand Soars, Supply Stagnates: Rose Day ignites a buying frenzy, with everyone from secret admirers to grand romantics seeking the perfect floral expression. This sudden surge in demand puts immense pressure on growers and retailers, who often struggle to keep up. Limited supply, coupled with the delicate nature of roses, leads to inevitable price hikes.
Fueling the Flame (Literally): Transportation costs play a significant role in rose pricing. With rising fuel costs impacting every sector, getting those roses from greenhouses to shops becomes more expensive, translating to higher prices for consumers.
Blooming on Borrowed Time: Valentine’s Day, the grand finale of love week, throws in another twist. Roses need to be perfectly timed to arrive fresh for the big day, often requiring special handling and expedited shipping, adding to the overall cost.
So, are love and affordability destined to be star-crossed lovers on Rose Day? Seems like, not necessarily!
