There is a bit of a thread going about Valentine rose prices, but I thought it might be worth starting an official thread to maybe help poster see some light at the end of the tunnel.

As some know, I work on the Dutch auctions (same as Aspirin) and this year is probably going to be one of the most interesting with regards to the price.

Last year, prices got so out of hand the closer to Valentines it got, Passion 70cm acheived almost 2.00 pounnds on the clocks !! Grand prix 50cm (auctioned as being too ripe) made about 1.15. This has lead to growers asking over the top prices for their crops.

I have been unable to get any fixed quotes from growers for the first time in 20 years.

I expect to sell around 150,000 red roses this year, and the price my clients will be asking will be 1.45/1.55 for a 70cm passion & about 1.25 for a 60cm.

Anybody with any other feedback ?