Little compares to the love I have for flowers! But as everyone who has planned a wedding can tell you, floral costs add up, and they add up fast! It is easy to get carried away with the hundreds of options of floral arrangements. The biggest piece of advice I have for every bride-to-be out there is buy flowers that are in season. Buying flowers that are in season will save you hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars. The types of flowers offered each season are endless, and are sure to appeal to any bride no matter the theme or colorway of her wedding. Also, keep in mind the location of your wedding. To cut costs even more, choose locally grown flowers instead of flowers that are grown elsewhere and have to be shipped to the wedding venue. I promise you, you will save some money if you follow this simple trick!
For Spring- Tulips, Iris, Dogwoods, Daffodils, Lilacs, Lilies, Pansies, Peonies, Sweet peas, Forsythia branches
For Summer- Calla lilies, Daisies, Iris, Larkspur, Queen Anne’s lace, Roses, Sunflowers, Zinnias, Hydrangeas
For Fall- Asters, Roses, Sunflowers, Gerbera daisies, Marigolds, Chrysanthemums, Zinnias
Examples of flowers in season for winter:
- Orchids
- Poinsettias
- Amaryllis
- Camellias
- Holly
- Jasmine
- Anemone
