Where do the flowers sold in Nicaragua come from?
A large share of the flowers in Nicaraguan florists is imported, which explains why they run short and get pricier around dates like 14 February.
Cut-flower imports in 2024
Nicaragua imported US$2.89 million of cut flowers in 2024 (about 594,000 kg), up from US$2.45 million in 2023.
| Origin | Value (US$) |
|---|---|
| Ecuador | 2,254,426 |
| Costa Rica | 603,620 |
| Guatemala | 18,468 |
| Colombia | 9,752 |
| United States | 2,358 |
By type of flower
| Flower | Value (US$) | Main origin |
|---|---|---|
| Roses | 1,825,767 | Ecuador (99%) |
| Carnations | 277,119 | Ecuador, Costa Rica |
| Chrysanthemums | 234,605 | Costa Rica |
| Lilies | 121,778 | Costa Rica |
| Other fresh flowers | 393,703 | Costa Rica, Ecuador |
Locally grown flowers
According to the national press, the Ministry of Agriculture reported about 778,500 dozen flowers harvested between May and December 2025 in Masaya, Matagalpa, Estelí and Jinotega. We could not find the ministry’s original report.
What it means for your order
- Roses depend on shipments from Ecuador: order early for high-demand dates.
- If a variety is short, the florist can suggest a seasonal alternative.
Sources: UN Comtrade, Nicaragua cut-flower imports (HS 0603), 2024.
Updated: 2026-11-13