Selecting flowers for your wedding, from bouquets and boutonnieres to centerpieces and ceremony arches, can be an intimidating task. Of course, you want your wedding blooms to tell a unique story, support your style, and match the seasonality of your event. That’s where the experts at Flora D’Amore come in. Our team has compiled the ultimate resource of the most popular wedding flowers and when they’re in season. And, if you read to the very end, we also have a handy visual guide so you can see exactly what blooms catch your eye the most. While browsing wedding sites, Pinterest, social media, and more, you might naturally be drawn to certain styles and flowers. So, use this as research, make notes of the flower colors, shapes, and names, and find out when they’re in season! Then collaborate with your amazing floral designer to bring your wedding vision to life in full bloom.

17 Most Popular Wedding Flowers

Peonies

Full, fluffy, and perfectly round, peonies are a hot commodity in the wedding industry, and it’s easy to see why. These romantic wedding flowers come in some of the most popular color palettes, including ivory, white, pink, red, and yellow. Blooming in late spring through early summer, they can be ideal for weddings in April, May, and June.

Anemones

Anemones are easily identified by their elegant, graceful white petals surrounding a unique, bold black center. Also blooming in shades of red, burgundy, pink, purple, and blue, anemones are sure to match almost any wedding look and feelMany winter and spring weddings have the privilege of including anemones in their arrangements and bouquets as they are in season from December through June.

Ranunculuses

Thin tissue paper-like petals are tightly bundled to create the many delicate layers of a ranunculus bloom. Although its appearance is delicate and fragile, making it a favorite flower for weddings, it is actually a hardy bloom. As such, it is a fabulous choice for boutonnieres and centerpieces at outdoor spring weddings. Ranunculus blooms in late winter through early spring, making them available for weddings in February through May.

Tulips

Tulips are a spring icon and a timeless addition to wedding floral designs. While some people believe tulips are a nostalgic bloom, they can also bring a modern feel to a bouquet or centerpiece with their upright, sleek, and simple bulbs. They are also a symbol of “perfect love,” which is appealing to many couples who enjoy having symbolic stems at their wedding.Tulips bloom in almost every color from late winter through spring, making them an obvious choice for celebrating your springtime nuptials.

Lilacs

From crisp, pure white to heavenly lavender and purple hues, lilacs are another winning choice and popular wedding bloom. Their petals ooze with sweet love and romance, and bunch together to make a luxurious and wonderful blossom. Like most spring flowers, lilacs are usually ready for weddings in April, May, and June.

Sunflowers

A classic symbol of happiness and optimism, sunflowers add timeless charm to your wedding floral designs. They’re a natural fit for western and boho weddings, as their golden petals, bold shape, and sun-soaked beauty radiate free-spirited personality. Their yellow tones pair beautifully with neutrals, earthy shades, deep burgundy, soft blues, and crisp whites, making them more versatile than many couples expect. Sunflowers are a popular choice for late-summer and early-autumn weddings, with peak bloom season falling between July and October.

Blue Thistle

Moody wedding floral palettes are incomplete without blue thistle. These blue-toned, spikey blooms bring an edginess to wedding designs with their unique texture. These beloved accent stems also symbolize resilience and strength, adding an extra layer of meaning for couples. Although its official blooming season is July through September, blue thistle is widely available all throughout the year, making it a stunning addition to any wedding.

Delphinium (Larkspur)

If you’re looking for a way to incorporate various heights and levels in your wedding designs, delphinium (also known as Larkspur) is the ideal bloom. These tall, spiky flowers blossom in sweet shades of pink, purple, blue, and white, offering a lovely, cottagecore look and feel. Pink varieties are especially popular for weddings, as they symbolize deep affection and romance. Delphinium is a great choice for spring and summer weddings as it blooms from May through August.

Hydrangeas

Hydrangeas tend to be a go-to flower for weddings because they’re big, lush, abundant, versatile, and exquisite. They pair well with almost any other flower or combination of flowers, or can be simply breathtaking all on their own. While white hydrangeas are the most common for weddings, you can also find them in purple, blue, pink, green, or “antique” mauve. Although hydrangeas tend to be available for weddings at any point in the year, they mostly bloom from mid-spring through early fall.

Dahlias

A little quirky, artsy, showy, unique, and brilliant, dahlias often steal the spotlight when included in wedding floral designs, as they rightfully should. They bloom in all sorts of colors, including yellow, pink, peach, red, lavender, orange, pink, white, and even mixed hues, making them attractive for just about any theme. You often spot dahlias in fall weddings, as their blooming season begins in mid-summer and ends late in the fall.

Birds of Paradise

A fun, tropical pick, birds of paradise are bold, vibrant, and adventurous. These flowers feature orange, green, and indigo colors and resemble a bird in flight. Birds of paradise are most fitting for tropical, destination, and modern weddings, where their sculptural shape adds movement and personality to bouquets and arrangements.With the right environment, birds of paradise can bloom year-round, though peak blooming is typically winter-spring.

Garden Roses

While classic red roses are the most sought-after flower globally, representing the epitome of romance, garden roses are their sweet sister found in many wedding bouquets, centerpieces, and arrangements. Garden roses have more airy, luxe petals, layered from the center, creating a stunning, romantic look. The best part of using garden roses in your wedding is that they are available year-round.

Calla Lilies

This chic trumpet-shaped flower cannot be missed or mistaken for any other flower. Calla Lilies are a striking and sophisticated addition to any wedding bouquet or arrangement. Many brides opt for a bouquet made solely of calla lilies for a minimalist, modern, or editorial look. Blooming in shades of burgundy, purple, red, white, and orange,they’re sure to fit any wedding theme and season, as calla lilies are available year-round.

Orchids

Orchids are among the most elegant, luxe, and expressive wedding blooms beloved for their sculptural shapes, silky petals, and timeless charm. They can be found in almost any color of the rainbow, including speckled bi-color varieties, and elevate any wedding theme or aesthetic with ease. In fact, during the Victorian Age, orchids were the most coveted flowers of all. No matter what season you find yourself tying the knot, orchids are readily available year-round.

Protea

For something truly showstopping and unforgettable, incorporate proteas into your wedding bouquet. Proteas are unlike other popular wedding blooms as their large, spikey, stiff, and leathery appearance resembles crowns or exotic pincushions. These distinct flowers are ideal for desert boho and western themes and blossom in sunset shades of orange, pink, red, and yellow. Lucky for outgoing brides and grooms, protea are available for weddings year-round.

Anthuriums

Whether you love the common red variety or are drawn to the green, white, or even pink varieties, anthuriums bring a modern, sculptural, and editorial appeal. Their glossy heart-shaped blooms and waxy texture are a go-to for weddings with a trendy, contemporary, tropical, or fashion-forward style. Anthuriums are a fun choice for couples year-round.

Lilies of the Valley

A royal wedding favorite, Lilies of the Valley were included in bridal bouquets for Princess Diana, Grace Kelly, Kate Middleton, and Meghan Markle. Known for their romantic and charming appearance, the graceful bell-shaped blooms also bring luck and love to the newlyweds. No matter what time of year you plan your wedding, you can include this royal flower in your bouquet sinceLily of the Valley blooms year-round.

Why You Should Choose In-Season Flowers for Your Wedding

Including a variety of flowers in your wedding ceremony and reception decor adds a natural element of inspiring beauty, elevating your big day from special to magical and enchanting. Seasonal flowers do this and more as the blooms are perfectly in tune with the season, bringing an authentic look and feel to your wedding. Not to mention, purchasing in-season flowers ensures peak freshness and availability from local growers, and it’s the most cost-effective option.

Mother Nature has done a flawless job making sure she has graced each season with breathtaking, gorgeous, and unique gifts. When seasonal flowers are curated by expert floral designers and carefully arranged to create your one-of-a-kind bridal bouquet, boutonnieres, centerpieces, and other wedding masterpieces, you are left in awe. Marveling over these works of art makes your big day simply spectacular and a dream come true. Take a look below to learn what other flowers will be in season for your wedding.

Seasonal Guide to Popular Wedding Flowers*

Use the guide below of seasonal wedding blooms to help you narrow down your list of favorites.

*Depending on yearly weather patterns, growth cycles, or climate changes, some blooms may be available well before or long after their typical growing season. If your heart is set on having a particular flower in your wedding that typically blooms just before or after the season you are getting married in, check with your florist. They’re your best resources!

For a list of alternative flowers that you can use in place of out-of-season or unavailable wedding flowers, check out our blog on the best substitute flowers for your favorite blooms.

Spring Wedding Flowers (March, April, May):

Amaryllis

Anemone

Daffodil

Hyacinth

Hydrangea

Lilac

Peony

Ranunculus

Tulip

Summer Wedding Flowers (June, July, August):

Dahlia

Delphinium

Hydrangea

Peony

Sunflower

Fall Wedding Flowers (September, October, November):

Amaryllis

Anemone

Craspedia Billy Balls

Chrysanthemum

Dahlia

Sunflower

Winter Wedding Flowers (December, January, February):

Amaryllis

Anemone

Hellebores

Holly

Lilac

Ranunculus

Tulip

Wedding Flowers that Are Available Year-Round:

Amaranthus

Anthurium

Birds of Paradise

Blue Thistle

Calla Lily

Gerbera Daisies

Gladiolus

Iris

Liles of the Valley

Orchids

Protea

Rose

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