Most of the flowers sold in North America are grown in

• A. Asia
• B. Europe
• C. South America
• D. Africa

Answer: (C)

The main idea is where the bulk of North American cut flowers come from. Most flowers sold in North America are grown in South America, especially in Colombia and Ecuador, which have year-round climates ideal for large-scale production of popular blooms. These countries have developed efficient growing operations and export networks that deliver fresh flowers quickly to the North American market, making them the dominant source.

While flowers are also grown in Asia, Europe, and Africa, their overall contribution to the North American supply is smaller compared to South America. Some domestic production occurs in North America as well, but imports from the South American region remain the largest source for many commonly sold flowers.