Show Notes
If your bouquet prices make you hesitate or feel “too high,” this episode is your reminder that the problem usually isn’t the number… it’s the discomfort. Most flower farmers are underpricing because they’re basing decisions on their own budget instead of their ideal customer. You’re not just selling stems, you’re selling an experience, and your pricing should reflect the value, transformation, and kind of buyer you actually want to attract.
We also dig into what your prices really need to cover to build a sustainable flower farm business. Overhead, labor, slow weeks, and growth all have to be accounted for, or you end up subsidizing your customers. Underpricing doesn’t make you more competitive, it makes your business fragile. When you price with intention, you create margin, attract better customers, and build a calmer, more profitable farm.
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