Summary:
The unusual dip in mercury has affected the rose market. The rising price of roses on Valentine's Day forced couples to ditch the symbol of love and rather opt for sweet nothings. "Normally price of a flower in wholesale market range from Rs 7-10, which is now costing Rs 12-15. In retail market, price of a rose has increased from Rs 15 per piece to Rs 30," said Ahmed Shaikh, president of Amdavad Wholesale Flower Market Association. Price of a single rose had doubled than its original cost of Rs15 to Rs 30..