If you’re looking to add flowers to your own ofrenda, you’ll find the bright colors of Marigolds, also known as cempasúchil, all around Los Angeles. From local shops to last minute locations, here is our list of places to buy flowers for Día de los Muertos.
Why now: Día de los Muertos is celebrated on Nov. 1 and 2. It’s a time when people celebrate and remember the lives of family members, close friends, pets, and even those we’ve never met in person.
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Read on... for where to find Marigolds in Los Angeles.
It’s that time of year to celebrate the lives of those who've died. Día de los Muertos is when people celebrate and remember family members, close friends, pets, and even those we’ve never met in person.
It’s celebrated between Nov. 1 and 2, and pets have their own special day on Oct. 27.
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In celebration, LAist is asking you to share a memory about someone you lost to remember for Día de los Muertos. We're collecting stories for our audio altar and digital project that will tell the lives of Angelenos we've lost.
Of course, bright Marigolds, also known as Cempasúchil, are a tradition for the holiday and can be found all around Los Angeles. From local shops to last minute locations, here's our list of places to buy them for Día de los Muertos.
La Mayordomia 2
Cempasúchil, also known as Marigolds, are native to Mexico and used in celebrations, including for Día de los Muertos.
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In the corner of this small strip of shops you’ll find at the entrance hundreds of fresh Cempasúchil in front of this local Oaxacan store. La Mayordomia 2 also provides plenty of pastries and produce. Parking lot spaces are limited, but there’s usually plenty of street parking.
Address: 3315 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles Hours: Monday through Sunday, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Latinx With Plants
Andi Xoch in her Boyle Heights shop Latinx with Plants
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You can find Latinx With Plants in Boyle Heights where every year the nursery offers fresh marigolds and flower crowns made with cempasúchils. It is best to preorder those. You'll also find a variety of plants and fun terra cotta pots, adorned with Latin idols Juan Gabriel and Bad Bunny.
Address: 2208 E. Cesar E Chavez Ave., Los Angeles Hours: Tuesday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Flowers El Ranchito
Located in the northeast corner of the San Fernando Valley, Flowers El Ranchito is offering marigolds until November 2nd.
Address: 15334 Chatsworth St., Mission Hills Hours: Monday through Sunday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Bixby Petals
If you're in the South Bay, check out Bixby Petals in the Bixby Knolls neighborhood of Long Beach. The flower shop serves bundles of marigolds from $5 to $10.
Address: 3912 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach Hours: Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
This small family owned business has operated a field of cempasúchil for over two decades. On Nov. 1, Sánchez Produce will also have their annual blessing of their ofrenda ceremony, which includes traditional Aztec dancers. Their Instagram has all the information about parking, prices, and more. It’s cash only!
Address: 16230 Sierra Hwy., Santa Clarita Hours: Monday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (or until they sell out)
Local street vendors
You’ll find vendors selling marigolds in bouquets or in bulk around Los Angeles. In Boyle Heights, floral vendors can usually be found off East 4th Street between South Lorena and South Indiana Streets. These vendors cater to the Eastside community for big holidays, according to our partners at Boyle Heights Beat.
Address: East 4th St., Los Angeles, between South Lorena Street and South Indiana Street Hours: Varies by floral vendor
L.A. Flower District
The historic district is full of local shops selling Marigolds.
Address: Anywhere around 800 San Pedro St., Los Angeles, and 846 San Julian St., Los Angeles Hours: Varies by business
Last minute finds
Anyone who might be short on time can likely find some Marigolds at your neighborhood Trader Joes or nearby Vallarta Supermarket for potted marigolds. Costco is also offering them in buckets for about $15.
