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Choosing Wedding Flowers: A Season-by-Season Guide

Choosing Wedding Flowers: A Season-by-Season Guide

Why Season Matters

In-season flowers are fresher, more abundant, and significantly cheaper. Out-of-season flowers can cost 3-4x more and may not last as long. Plan your floral palette around what's naturally available.

Spring (March - May)

  • Peonies — The queen of spring wedding flowers. Lush, romantic, fragrant. Book early — they sell out fast.
  • Tulips — Clean, elegant, great in pastel colors. Affordable and versatile.
  • Ranunculus — Delicate, layered petals. A more affordable peony alternative.
  • Lilac — Fragrant clusters perfect for bouquets and table arrangements.
  • Garden roses — Available starting late spring. Full, romantic blooms.

Summer (June - August)

  • Roses — Peak season means best prices. Every color and size available.
  • Hydrangeas — Big, full blooms that fill space beautifully. Great for budget-friendly centerpieces.
  • Sunflowers — Bold and cheerful for outdoor/rustic weddings.
  • Dahlias — Late summer stars with incredible shapes and colors.
  • Jasmine — Fragrant white blooms, especially popular in Arab weddings.

Fall (September - November)

  • Chrysanthemums — Abundant, affordable, available in rich fall colors.
  • Marigolds — Warm oranges and yellows that scream autumn elegance.
  • Anemones — Dramatic dark centers with white or jewel-toned petals.
  • Dried flowers & pampas — Peak boho season. Our dried bloom hoop stand is made for fall.

Winter (December - February)

  • Amaryllis — Dramatic red or white blooms, perfect for holiday-adjacent weddings.
  • Orchids — Available year-round, but especially elegant in winter. White orchids with gold accents = luxury.
  • Evergreen & pine — Aromatic, textural, and unique for winter centerpieces.
  • Roses — Always available but prices spike around Valentine's Day.

Year-Round Favorites

These are always available regardless of season: roses, orchids, baby's breath, eucalyptus, carnations, and lilies.

Budget Tips

  • Use greenery (eucalyptus, ferns) as filler — it's cheap and looks lush.
  • Repurpose ceremony flowers as reception centerpieces.
  • Silk flowers have come a long way — high-quality faux blooms look real in photos.
  • Ask your florist for "florist's choice" of in-season blooms in your color palette — they'll get you the best value.

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