Match your wedding flowers to your season
The month you marry will have a huge effect on what flowers you can have and what flowers you can afford for your wedding day. Find out more…
Winter
Agapanthus -- large, striking flowers, also known as African Lily.
Amaryllis -- large, trumpet shaped flowers.
Anemone -- delicate flowers available in various colours.
Anthurium -- waxy looking, exotic flowers.
Bouvardia -- clusters of small, tubular flowers.
Calla Lily -- Striking lilies. Available in white and other colours. Not all colours are available throughout the year.
Carnation -- long-lasting and wonderful for using on their own in pomanders.
Chrysanthemum -- large, showy flowers.
Cymbidium orchid -- striking orchids, up to 12 flowers on each stem.
Euphorbia -- curved stems with lots of tiny flowers.
Freesia -- highly scented flowers in various colours.
Gerbera -- contemporary, daisy-like flower in various colours.
Gloriosa -- bright yellow and cerise, dramatic flower.
Hyacinth -- beautifully scented and various colours.
Hydrangea -- enormous flowerheads in various colours.
Iris -- popular, but relatively short-lived.
Lilac -- popular with a lovely, strong scent.
Lily -- lilies are available throughout the year but not in all colours.
Lisianthus -- popular and available in various colours.
Muscari -- tiny clusters of blue flowers. Also known as grape hyacinth.
Narcissus -- spring-like. Also known as daffodil.
Peony -- wonderful flower. Can be found in November.
Phalaenopsis orchid -- large, striking orchids. Wonderful for bouquets.
Phlox -- popular country garden flower.
Rose -- needs no explanation! Available in almost every colour.
Sunflower -- striking flower usually in yellow.
Tulip -- a very popular cut flower with many different varieties.
Once you’ve matched your wedding blooms to your season, take a look at our suppliers directory for wedding and party florists in your area.
Flowers
- How to choose wedding flowers
- Choosing wedding florists
- What wedding flowers to buy
- Budgeting for your blooms
- Flowers, décor & photography
- Bridal bouquets & buttonholes
- Flowers for the wedding venue
- The language of flowers
- Faking it
- Latest floral styles: Choosing
- Latest floral styles: Next step
- Latest floral styles: The ceremony