Flowers are used for various purposes, and for those who are looking for freshly cut flowers to buy, the best places to get them are farmer’s markets. This shows that flowers are one of the best items you can sell in a farmer’s market.
In case you are interested in selling flowers in a farmer’s market, and don’t know what type of flowers you should sell, then you may want to continue reading this article. In this article, we will look at some of the best flowers you should consider selling at a farmer’s market.
Best Flowers to Sell at a Farmer’s Market
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Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus)
The reason why sunflowers are in high demand is because of what they are used for, and the health benefits. For example, a tea made from sunflower leaves has astringent, diuretic, and expectorant properties and has been used to treat fevers.
A poultice made from pounded leaves has also been used on sores, snake bites, and spider bites. A preparation of the seeds has been widely used for colds and coughs and the seeds have served as a substitute for quinine in the treatment of malaria.
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Zinnias (Zinnia spp.)
Although Zinnias might not be your regular flower, the truth remains that those who know what they are used for will always look for them in the farmer’s market.
Zinnia species are used in folk medicine for the treatment of malaria and stomach pain and are used as hepatoprotective, antiparasitic, antifungal, and antibacterial agents.
Zinnia plants are well-known ornamental plants with large, beautiful, and attractive flowers. Apart from the medicinal use of Zinnias, they are one of the best flowers when it comes to attracting pollinators, especially butterflies.
Interplant zinnias between rows of vegetables or as a border around vegetables will help attract more pollinators to your garden.
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Lavender (Lavandula spp.)
There are several reasons why people buy Lavender flowers, but people commonly use lavender for anxiety, stress, insomnia, depression, dementia, pain, and many other conditions. Aromatherapists use lavender in inhalation therapy to treat headaches, nervous disorders, and exhaustion.
Herbalists treat skin ailments, such as fungal infections (like candidiasis), wounds, eczema, and acne, with lavender oil. It is also used in a healing bath for joint and muscle pain.
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Dahlias (Dahlia spp.)
Dahlias might not be a common flower, but there is indeed a large market for the flower because of its many benefits and what they are used for.
These days, Dahlia is widely used even for economical purposes: in landscaping, in floristry as a cut flower, for the pharmaceutical industry, in cosmetics, and food, and as raw material for the extraction of dyes. Both the tuberous roots and the flowers of this ornamental and medicinal plant are used for therapeutic purposes.
Apart from that All dahlia flowers and tubers are edible. The flavors and textures can vary greatly depending on the soil and conditions in which they are grown.
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Roses (Rosa spp.)
Roses are best known as ornamental plants grown for their flowers in the garden and sometimes indoors. They have been also used for commercial perfumery and commercial cut flower crops.
Roses can also be used in tinctures, glycerites, teas, honey, oxymels, syrups, vinegars, and hydrosols, as a flower remedy and essential oil. Rose hips are commonly known as being a good source of vitamin C.
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Tulips (Tulipa spp.)
Apart from the fact that Tulips are easy to cultivate, they are used for various purposes making them highly demanded. For example, Tulip petals are edible and can be used to replace onions in many recipes or even to make wine.
At the peak of the tulip mania, the flowers were worth more than diamonds. Interestingly, there are over 150 species of tulips with a shocking 3000 varieties.
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Peonies (Paeonia spp.)
The reason why people look for Peonies is simply because of what they are used for. The roots and seeds of peonies have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries to treat headaches, asthma, convulsions, liver disease, and several more ailments.
Peonies also have been used in European herbal medicine as a remedy for bladder and kidney problems. Although peonies are still used in herbal medicine today, but they are more commonly used for their beauty in our home garden and as our favorite bouquet flower.
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Gerbera Daisies (Gerbera spp.)
Apart from the fact that these bright and colorful flowers have a long vase life and are often used in bouquets, they are also used for other purposes.
Gerbera is ideal for beds, borders, pots, and rock gardens besides as cut flowers. Interestingly, the Gerbera daisies come in many vibrant colors including red, orange, yellow, pink, white, and cream.
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Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus)
Cosmos might not be your regular type of flower, but there is a thriving market for this flower. Medicinally, Cosmos has been used to treat jaundice, fever, and other disorders.
So also, wild cosmos has been used to treat burns, due to its antimicrobial properties, as well as to treat muscle spasms and strains.
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Snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus)
Antirrhinum majus (common snapdragon) is a species of flowering plant belonging to the genus Antirrhinum. The flowers and leaves of snapdragon have been used as traditional herbal medicine for treating several symptoms and diseases, including watery eyes, gum scurvy, hemorrhoids, ulcers, liver disorders, and tumors.
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Marigolds (Tagetes spp.)
The reason why you should consider selling Marigolds is because of what the flower is used for, and its many benefits. The main medicinal applications of marigold are skin conditions of all kinds, including contusions, bruises, and varicose veins.
Minor skin injuries and inflammation can also be successfully treated. Marigold ointment promotes wound healing for eczema and sunburns.
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Nasturtiums (Tropaeolum majus)
Nasturtiums are edible flowers thus making them highly sellable in a farmer’s market. Apart from that, the reason why people buy Nasturtiums is because of its many benefits. Nasturtium leaves contain vitamin C and can be used on wounds to help fight infection being a strong antiseptic.
The seeds can be ground to a paste and painted onto fungal infections of the toenails. The pungent vapors released when eating nasturtium are also wonderful for bronchitis and other infections of the lungs.
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Lilies (Lilium spp.)
The fact that Lilies is a popular flower makes it easier to sell in farmer’s market. The popularity of Lillies stems from the fact that during the Middle Ages, the Madonna lily was associated with the Virgin Mary as a symbol of purity.
Due to their fragrance, lilies are often used in perfumes. The Ancient Greeks used lilies to reduce wrinkles. China lily bulbs are often used in soups, stir-fries, and cold dishes.
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Carnations (Dianthus caryophyllus)
The reason why you should consider selling Carnations is because of what the flower is used for. Carnations are among the most popular commercial cut flowers, being used in floral arrangements, corsages, and boutonnieres. As a matter of fact, Carnations are the perfect choice for those about to tie the knot as they represent devotion.
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Daffodils (Narcissus spp.)
Daffodils with their trumpet-shaped blooms add a touch of brightness to any bouquet, and they are also used for other purposes. A substance extracted from daffodil bulbs, galantamine, is used as a treatment for Alzheimer’s disease.
Extracts from daffodils have been used as traditional medicines for a wide variety of diseases, including tumors, for thousands of years.