When you are selecting flowers for your wedding, most brides pick flowers they like, the ones that match favorite colors or their dress, or the ones they have seen on Pinterest. However, it is important to consider the flowers that would be in season at the time of your wedding, especially because that will determine whether or not you can have it on your wedding day.
To help you with the selection of your wedding flowers, here are the most popular flowers (by season) used in weddings for bouquets and arrangements.
Flowers for summer weddings (June, July, August)
- miniature callas
- rose
- dahlias
- peonies
- gerberas
- hydrangea
- lilies
- sunflowers
Flowers for fall weddings (September, October, November)
- sunflowers
- callas
- chrysanthemums
- hydrangea
- asters
- hypericum, berries
- fall accents: leaves, wheat, cattails
Flowers for winter weddings (December, January, February)
- carnations
- poinsettias
- gardenia
- rose
- bells of Ireland
- star of Bethlehem
- evergreens, holly w/ berries, boxwood
Flowers for spring weddings (March, April, May)
- daffodils
- lilacs
- peony
- hyacinth
- tulips
- iris
- freesia
- lily of the valley
While it may be a little disappointing that your favorite flowers may not be available on your wedding day, the most important thing is to be able to create the right ambience and tone. Your florist can help you bring your vision to life with the in-season blooms. All you have to do is share your preferences, and ideas, with your floral expert. Remember Nature made certain flowers to go with a certain season. That is the perfect color palette already out there! And in-season blooms are more affordable too! If you are looking for the best floral decoration or florist in Woodbury or Twin Cities, MN, check out European Floral or call 651-717-5689.