Gas prices are a thorny issue for florists this Mother’s Day

GOLETA, Calif. (KEYT) Rising costs are a thorny issue for mom and pop flower shops.

The owner of Goodland Florists in Goleta said fuel prices are just the latest issue.

"Due to the recent fuel costs, you know, it has been increasing, it hasn't stopped, same with glass and tariffs, so, we are just pushing through. Goodland Florist does try to give the best prices," said Morgan Kay.

Most of her regular customers spend about 100 dollars on their moms.

Some of those flowers are flown into the United States and many are delivered to the shop from Los Angeles.

She also hires extra florists to help fill the Mother's Day demand.

"I am a freelancer so I drive a lot, like 40 minutes away from this shop, it is a long drive and gas I feel in my pocket," said Francisco Rodriguez.

 This week the florist raised its delivery fees by $3 to make up for rising fuel costs.

The delivery fee went from $15 to $18 dollars.

Other florists are doing the same.

They said customers can save a bit by picking up your orders.

Your News Channel will have more the Mother's Day costs tonight on the news.