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Good morning! Whether you have been coming to my blog for 1 week or 2 years, you know one thing….I LOVE flowers about as much as I love blue and white. And that is saying something! When I lived in the city, I remember going to the wholesale flower market a few times but being in my 20’s, I did not have the passion or appreciation for what a big deal that really was. Now, having come “full bloom” I cannot get enough of flowers so getting to go to the market this week was a mega treat of epic proportions.

It is located on one street, 28th between 6th and 7th ave and even if you are visiting NYC as a tourist, its a really fun thing to do….even if you aren’t able to take home any “souvenirs”. Well lucky for me I was only a car ride away so treated myself (and used major restraint) to a bevy of gorgeous flowers. There is one shop after another with more orchids, tulips, roses and blossoms than you can dream up. It is flower nirvana!

I came home to “play” and the only unfortunate thing is that my timing was not great,  really I should have planned some kind of party or small dinner around my floral creations. I did manage to invite a few friends over for a spontaneous lunch but the enjoyment I got out of them was immense irregardless. So first a look at the market itself and a few pointers,  then part 2 will follow next week on my creations/how I used the flowers.

Some of my market pictures are not the greatest…but bear in mind, I was trying hard to look like a not overly impressed “been there done that”  floral veteran vs. a total doe eyed bewildered newbie who had gone to flower heaven:)

Some pictures from “the market”…..

 

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Like a crayola box of colors……

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This place had every variation of cherry blossoms under the sun

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The drab gray sidewalks of NY come to life with a burst of color on 28th St!

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Ribbon anyone?

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Orchid heaven

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Never saw so many orchids in so many colors all in one place!

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Had this incredible mandarin tree not been 10 feet tall it would have come home with me!

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All the sidewalks are literally lined with flowers just like this above

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Tulips in every color and variation were everywhere and had me dreaming

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The famous Dutch Flower Market

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Cherry blossoms the size of small trees were in abundance, it was VERY hard to not take a few bundles

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Backseat of my car after a successful trip to the flower market and my “score” below…..

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OK, here is one sneak peek at what I did…..

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Have I whetted your appetite and perhaps have you thinking of a quick trip to NY:) It was such fun…….its a busy, buzzing, bustling street, where sneakers and a crossbody bag are very appropriate…. if you get the chance to go, DO! It was a fun day and one which I hope to repeat sooner than later. Part 2 will be all about what I created at home and I must say I kind of impressed myself….maybe a floral career is not out of the question:) Here are a few pointers/observations-

 

A few pointers-

  • Arrive early, the market actually opens at 5:30 but that is when many of the “big deal” event planners/ florists go
  • We got there around 9:30 and you could see by 10:30 they were already starting to pack things up
  • Around 10:30 some of the vendors sell some things discounted if the shelf life of those particular flowers has passed
  • Most everything is sold in “bundles”  I bought tulips in bundles of 30 stems and 50 stems
  • A few of the vendors require an account but most of them will sell to anyone
  • Associated and Dutch Flower Line are considered to be two of the biggest but there are plenty of smaller vendors as well
  • Prices are pretty consistent, and don’t seem to vary much
  • Things move very fast….I remember stopping in at the first shop, admiring some parrot tulips but deciding to look more then went back for them and they were all gone (did find them elsewhere)
  • Don’t be shy…there are no prices on anything, so you must interact with those who work there, towards 10:30 at my last stop, I even did a little “negotiating” which in NY is pretty de rigueur and managed to save myself about $20 off that order
  • It is totally self service, you walk in, see what you want, and there are these large metal shelves where you put your items as you shop, that is standard
  • They will wrap them up in brown paper and off you go…….thankfully the parking lot is located smack dab in the middle of the street so we took a few trips to the car

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Thanks for stopping by! Wishing you a wonderful day, and be sure to check back next week for part 2. Until next time…..

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PS The anticipated SILVER PRESALE will begin tomorrow, there are so many exquisite pieces, you won’t want to miss it:)

 

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Thank you so much for sharing this treasure of your floral experience! Can not wait for part 2! Happy Eastr!

The flowers are gorgeous. But what really amazes me, besides how beautifully you arrange flowers, is that you drive in NYC! I would be too intimidated to ever consider doing that. I’m looking forward to seeing the arrangements you create, and I hope you have a lovely, fun, spring day today.

I would be in heaven – can almost smell the delicious scent of coming from these blooms! Love getting a sneak peek of what’s coming tomorrow…know it will be gorgeous! Happy Thursday ~

That sounds like such a fun morning…I need to add that to my growing list of things I want to do in the city!!! I can’t wait to see how you arranged all those gorgeous blooms! Have a great weekend!! xoxo

Your photos were beautiful; I, too, love flowers! I wouldn’t know where to start! Seattle, Washington also has a great flower market but doesn’t compare to New York’s 28th Street. I look forward to seeing your arrangements in Part Two.

Happy Easter!??????

Beautiful photos! I once bought a fig tree, taller than myself, in the flower district and hauled it home via subway. Crazy. (At least it wasn’t during rush hour)

What an uplifting, joyful, beautiful post to open, particularly when we’re in the middle of an ice storm here in southern Ontario. Thank you so much for providing much needed, eye popping and soul restoring visuals.

How beautiful!!! We have nothing like that near where I live. What an experience! Can’t WAIT to see what you did with all those beautiful flowers! Blessings from Missouri!

I don’t think there is anything better than fresh flowers in your home. I buy them weekly and only wish I had access to the flower mart in NY. I loved following you through your adventure and will be in NY the first week of May and will put on my list of must things to see!
Thanks for sharing!

PS Made your Beef Bourguignon last night and my entire family loved it!!Very similar to the one I usually make by Ina Garten but liked this new version better! Thanks for sharing…..

I love the NY flower market too. Sometimes I think it puts me in a ‘daze’ there is so much beauty to behold led. Then I snap out of it and start buying! Flower markets are a thing for me wherever I travel. But the most impressive to ever see is the daily flower auction starting very, very early outside Amsterdam. This is the world’s largest auction and is totally worth getting up at the crack of dawn and going to watch.

What an adventure Tina! A glorious array of flowers! Thank you for sharing this Springtime beauty as it is snowing here this morning!

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Karena
The Arts by Karena

Oh my! This is what Frank was singing about, is there anyplace else on earth like New York? A flower market, a preview of Heaven! Can’t wait to see what you whip up.

How Fun and Beautiful, Love the tulips and the orchids. You scored on some very beautiful flowers and did an amazing job on arranging them in your home! Happy Easter !

Tha New York flower market is sooooo fabulous. As a former floral designer and party planner,I really miss it. You have to love this job as it requires lots of hard work! The finished product is very satisfying as is the shopping,creating and happy clients. Always be flexible.Sometimes those peonies just don’t come in or don’t open.

Tina, I would say that the flower market would definitely be your idea of heaven. This looks incredible! I love all of your arrangements and suggestions for the market. I will have to stop by when I am next in NY>

Have a very blessed and happy Easter with your family. Enjoy the city and your dinner with your sons.

I love shopping the NYC Flower markets. Sadly, I don’t arrive by car, so I indulge by buying them for my daughter in law’s home! I loved seeing your photos, I especially love all the flowering branches which you can’t seem to buy anywhere else!

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