The red rose, one of the most common ways of expressing love, is in huge demand every Valentine’s Day. Of course this means a hike in the prices too. Some florists make the most of the occasion, selling roses for as much as double and triple their original cost. Here’s a look at how much you’ll have to pay your local florist to buy your loved one a red rose on the 14th.
Below Rs 15
Irfan Florist, Mahim Rs 10
Rafiq Florists, Bandra (E) Rs 10
Sudershan Florists, Dadar (W) Rs 10
DK Florist, Santacruz (E) Rs 15
Floweret, Malad (W) Rs 15
Ferns n Petals, Worli Rs 15
Samant Chhaya Florist, Dahisar Rs 15
Shiv Shambu Florist, Juhu Rs 15
Below Rs 25
Celebrations, Mahalaxmi Rs 20
Gajanan Florist, Girgaon Rs 20
Desh Flora, Khar Rs 20
Padma Florist, Chembur (E) Rs 20
Bell Florists, Dadar (E) Rs 20
Klassiq Florist, Malad (W) Rs 20
Siddhivinayak Flora, Khar Rs 25
Above Rs 25
Petal Fresh, Santacruz (E) Rs 30
Bloomingdale Florist, Worli Rs 30
Bonitas Flores, Juhu Rs 30
Khoja Florist, Bandra (W) Rs 30
Florista, Andheri (E) Rs 35
–Compiled by Shweta Mehta
Value for money: Irfan Florist, Mahim Rs 10,
Average value Rs 20.5
Exorbitantly Priced: Florista, Andheri (E) R 35