Why Are Flower Prices So High: A Perfect Storm or a Temporary Glitch?
October 15, 2026 | 1 min to read
As Fall 2026 begins, we recognize that the past six years have been anything but normal for the floral industry. This year, the challenges continue—and in many ways, they are greater than ever. The issues outlined in the following paragraphs may be clear, but their long-term impact on the future may be less obvious.
The war with Iran has had a significant impact on the global economy, pushing up energy costs, inflation, interest rates, exchange rates, market volatility, fixed-income rates, insurance expenses, wages, and labor shortages—making it increasingly difficult for floral businesses to stay as profitable.
Read more about the reasons why from Above All Flowers.