What is the term for flowers that have been in the cooler for too long and can no longer be sold?

The correct term for flowers that have been in the cooler for too long and can no longer be sold is not "pickled," as this term typically refers to food preservation techniques and is not applicable to floral products.

Flowers lose their marketability after being stored beyond their optimal time, mainly due to deterioration in quality, appearance, and freshness, which can lead to wilting, browning, or other visible signs of decay. "Wilted" would describe a condition of flowers that have lost water and turgor, but it does not specifically denote flowers that were previously fresh but have spent too much time in storage. "Expired" refers to the end of a product's shelf life or usefulness, while "overripe" is primarily used in the context of fruits rather than flowers.

The correct term for flowers that have reached the point where they can no longer be sold typically describes them as expired or spoiled, which reflects their compromised condition after extended storage.