Where to Buy Cheap Flowers in Downtown Los Angeles: 5 Best Spots

Downtown LA’s flower scene is a hidden gem—if you know where to look. From the nation’s largest wholesale market to Sunday pop-ups, here’s how to get stunning stems without the boutique markup.

1. Los Angeles Flower Market (Original & Best)

• Address: 755 Wall St (between 7th & 8th), Fashion District
• Hours: Mon–Sat 12 AM–10 AM (public after 8 AM); Sun closed
• Parking: Structure at 7th & Maple ($5–10 early AM)
• What you’ll find: 50+ vendors; roses, hydrangeas, ranunculus, protea, succulents, foliage, supplies.
• Prices: Wholesale (bunch of 25 roses $15–25 vs. $60+ retail). Cash preferred; some take cards.
• Pro tip: Arrive 6–7 AM for best selection; bring buckets/water for transport.

2. San Pedro Street Market (Sunday Only)

• When: Sundays 8 AM–1 PM
• Where: San Pedro St between 4th & 6th (Arts District)
• Vibe: 30+ local growers/artisans; flowers + produce, ceramics, vintage, food trucks.
• Deals: End-of-day (12 PM) discounts common; “build your own bouquet” bars.

3. The Original Farmers Market (Fairfax & 3rd)

• Hours: Daily 9 AM–9 PM
• Flower vendors: 3–4 permanent stalls (e.g., Floral Expressions, Bloom’d).
• Prices: Higher than Wall St but curated, arranged, gift-ready.
• Bonus: Grab breakfast at G&B Coffee or Magee’s Kitchen while you shop.

4. 99 Cents Only Stores (Multiple DTLA Locations)

• Locations: 7th & Spring, Broadway & Olympic, Figueroa & 7th.
• Flowers: Seasonal bunches (carnations, mums, alstroemeria) for $0.99–$1.99.
• Quality: Hit or miss; check stem firmness, leaf color. Good for filler, events, crafts.

5. Grocery Stores (Ralphs, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Sprouts)

• Ralphs (7th & Hope, Fig & 7th): Weekly floral ads; $5–12 bouquets; fuel points.
• Trader Joe’s (various): Legendary $3.99–6.99 seasonal bunches (peonies, tulips, sunflowers).
• Whole Foods (Downtown, WeHo): Organic, fair-trade; $15–30 arrangements.
• Sprouts (Figueroa & 9th): Local growers; aggressive weekly specials.

Pro Strategies

• Resale certificate: If buying for business/events, get CA resale cert → tax-free at Flower Market.
• Holiday timing: Valentine’s/Mother’s Day — order wholesale 2 wks ahead; retail sells out.
• DIY wedding/events: Flower Market + YouTube tutorials = 70% savings vs. florist.
• Transport: Insulated bags, water tubes, cool car — LA heat kills flowers fast.

Whether you’re a florist, bride, or just want Tuesday tulips for $4, Downtown LA’s flower ecosystem delivers—if you rise early for the market or know the grocery hacks.