Greenhouse Cut Flower Production Matrix
Protected floriculture commands premium wholesale pricing in metro flower mandis (Ghazipur Delhi, Dadar Mumbai, Bangalore Auction Centre), particularly during festive and wedding seasons.
| Flower Crop | Plant Density / 1000 sqm | First Harvest Window | Net Annual Profit / 1000 sqm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dutch Cut Roses (Taj Mahal, Top Secret) | 7,000 to 7,500 plants | 120 days (flush cycles every 45d) | ₹4,00,000 - ₹6,50,000 |
| Gerbera (Dana Ellen, Rosalin) | 6,000 plants | 90 - 100 days after planting | ₹4,50,000 - ₹7,00,000 |
| Carnation (Standard/Spray) | 25,000 rooted cuttings | 140 - 160 days | ₹3,80,000 - ₹5,80,000 |
| African Marigold (Open Field / Shade) | 14,000 plants/acre | 55 - 65 days | ₹1,50,000 - ₹2,50,000/acre |
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