Why My Roadside Flower Stand Was a Bust

In this video, I share my experience setting up my first ever roadside flower stand, and why it was a complete failure. I go over the mistakes I made and what I learned from the experience, so that you can avoid making the same mistakes. Whether you're a seasoned flower farmer or just starting out, this video is packed with valuable tips and insights on how to successfully sell flowers at a roadside stand. So join me on this journey and let's turn my failure into your success!
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[@karenmoreau4589]

Precious that your hubby bought you your own flowers.... no matter what he paid! It's the thought that counts. Don't give up - you've got this! My husband, who drove rural areas a great deal, would stop and pick fresh flowers growing in the ditches along the back roads - I LOVE natural flowers. You and I have great husbands! :)

[@aprilwilliams6418]

That is the SWEETEST that your hubby bought the flowers!!

[@noragoss5857]

How comical! And so sweet. Thanks to our hubby for making your day . 👏👏👏

[@kittysmothers5057]

Don't give up yet! Do you get a lot of traffic on your road? We are in the country too. Just because the first one wasn't successful, doesn't mean others won't be as word gets out!

[@dianecotton9531]

I love your videos. You are a crackup! I love the way you show your struggles and it's so great that you keep persisting through it all, because that is life, full of successes and failures and it is all a learning curve. I'm sure things will improve for you with your tenacity.

[@mariyanadudley2312]

I love watching your videos.

[@eyrerosecottage1970]

You are always so funny!!!

[@BramptonGardener]

Give the stand a chance next year, people need to get used to it. And make sure you put plenty of signs down the road so people have time to decide n pull off. It cracks me up hubby bought the flowers, it was a very sweet gesture.

[@gardengirl7446]

Your roadside stand didn't work out BUT....your hair looks GREAT!!

[@45jessiemad]

Thank you!!

[@annabillereyes4019]

i love your videos,,so sweet your husband i love it...😊😊

[@45jessiemad]

😊 thank you

[@mhubertcfi]

I saw this and had been just thinking it had been a while since I've seen a video of yours. Now I see that it was from last year 😂. Pretty adorable of your husband to buy your flowers 🌸. Hope you're doing well my flower friend!

[@TwoBFDIA]

That’s so sweet your husband bought them for you❤.Did you post the road stand deal In local Facebook groups?

[@45jessiemad]

I did, but not enough. Part two of this video goes up Thursday, going over what went wrong. :)

[@nikkiholton6318]

Thanks!

[@45jessiemad]

Thank you Nikki!!!

[@yesidtac7863]

Muy buen aporte

[@surusgarden5136]

Super cute video! I want to try a roadside stand too!

[@coloradotulips]

If it could have worked, your efforts would have made it happen! Your bouquets are so pretty and vibrant.

[@coloradotulips]

Your husband is awesome. 😁

[@45jessiemad]

Thanks Colorado Tulips!! I just didn't have enough energy to make it happen. Part two goes up Thursday and what to ask before doing a roadside stand. :) I'll be sure to let Casey know.

[@EvelynM-vlogs]

As someone who has a roadside stand. My observations are; Make it full and colourful otherwise no one stops - this of course means they need to see it. Offer choices. 1) $20 bouquets 2) Single dinnerplate dahlias in pop cans because my customers like to put the cans in their cup holders to keep the flowers hydrated and not tipping over. We don't drink pop or beer so I buy cans from friends and design customers. I go through a lot. 3) 3 small sized decorative dahlias (ball and/or cactus) also in a pop can. Prior to dahlia season, I offer whatever is available as bouquets, jars and/or small vase arrangements. Prior to that I offer 3 dafs or tulips growing in one gallon pots as well as pre-started dahlia plants.. I fill my stand up, otherwise sales are too slow. If you are interested in what my flower wagon looks like, let me know.

[@45jessiemad]

I would love to see your flower wagon! Send me an email to [e-mail]

[@barbaraburks5094]

I think this is my favorite video yet! This is my second year too. Wish i was as brave as you and video too. Keep doing what your doin sis.

[@45jessiemad]

Thanks Barbara!! Best of luck on your flower journey!

[@mmcreads]

I don’t have the traffic to open a stand but I’m not giving up on figuring out some creative solution that’s not technically a road side stand but is still functioning the way a stand would lollll 😂 I know there’s something out there that I’ll think of eventually

[@radmilamiljanic5977]

Oh, come on Jessie, it is so nice of him. Maybe he didn't have enough money or calculated his work put into the ground preparation and fencing:))))

[@45jessiemad]

I told him thank you. He did try!! 😂

[@cindythompson1958]

Lol men right God love them

[@45jessiemad]

They try! LOL it was sweet of him. 😂

[@TheFinFarm]

I think it’s sweet that your husband wanted to be your first customer. Even if he didn’t pay full price. Also, don’t feel bad. My husband picked MY tulips that I grew to give to me for Mother’s Day this year. 🤪 Try advertising your flower stand on local Facebook groups to get the word out. I am fortunate to get many tourist passing by my stand, but it’s the locals who keep us growing before Memorial Day and after Labor Day.

[@45jessiemad]

I love it!!

[@annmarie2964]

Bouquets

[@glaizaroe]

Hilarious😂

[@nikkiholton6318]

I honestly think your roadside stand could work....it will just take some time....to market it....

[@45jessiemad]

Part two of the video about what went wrong will be out Thursday. :) You're right though , I did not market it enough!

[@idalewis7169]

😅