Flowers are a major part of most wedding ceremonies and receptions. They complete the bridal ensemble, decorate the aisles during the ceremony, are centerpieces at the reception tables, and more. 

 

Not sure which flowers to incorporate into your wedding bouquet and decorations? Hopefully, by now you have chosen the shape of your bouquet(insert link) . This is essential before even considering the species of flower. This guide will help you decide which flower/plant works best for you and your theme! 

In this glossary of flowers, there are LOTS of options to choose from. To feel less overwhelmed, first select which season your wedding will be in. Already you have significantly reduced your options. Then, narrow the flowers down to your top five and go from there. Before making any final decisions, give it 24 hours and ponder over your top 5. 

Questions to reflect on include:

Would this flower look good as a boutonniere /bridesmaid bouquet? 

Does this truly match my color scheme?

Do I want an assortment of flowers or just one?

Would my top 5 look good together in an assortment?

SPRING

Springtime is one of the most popular times for a wedding, and these flowers are in season just in time for your big day! 

Allium 
Anemone 
Buttercup 
Carnation 
Dianthus 
Geranium 
Gladiolus 
Hyacinth 
Hydrangea 
Iris 
Lavender 
Orchid 
Pansy 
Peony 
Periwinkle 
Petunia 
Stock 
Tulip
Violet 

SUMMER

The summer heat can be overbearing at times, but these flowers most definitely persevere! 

Agapanthus 
Amaranthus 
Astilbe 
Azalea 
California Poppy 
Calla Lily 
Campanula 
Celosia 
Cornflower 
Dahlia 
Daisy 
Delphinium 
Hypericum 
Liatris 
Lily 
Phlox 
Rose 
Sunflower 

FALL 

Who said you had to only stick to reds, yellows and oranges if your wedding is in the fall? You can still embrace a full spectrum of colors during this season! 

Alstroemeria 
Aster 
Begonia 
Black-eyed Susan 
Chrysanthemum 
Gerbera Daisy 
Gypsophila 
Lisianthus 
Marigold 
Scabiosa 
Snapdragon 
Transvaal Daisy 
Yarrow 

WINTER

The common myth is that there are no flowers in bloom during winter, but luckily this myth has been debunked!  

Amaryllis 
Crocus 
Daffodil 
Dusty Miller 
Eryngium 
Freesia 
Larkspur 
Ranunculus 
Zinnia