Choosing Wedding Flowers

26 May 2007

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It is advisable to employ a florist to supply the flower arrangements. Most of the work with the flowers is done the day before and the morning of the wedding when the couple and their families are at their busiest. Therefore unless the floral displays are very simple it is wise to have them professionally prepared.

When deciding on a florist seek personal recommendations from friends and recently married acquaintances. If you are unable to decide, it is best to visit several and look at their displays. Most florists will allow you visit them at a time when they have prepared flowers for other weddings so that you can see the quality of their work.

Decisions regarding the flowers should only be made once the wedding outfits have been chosen. The style and colour scheme of flowers should be in keeping with the wedding and in particular reflect the personality of the bride.

The florist should be given notice of the wedding approximately four months in advance so that he is free on the day. The florist will want to discuss precise details around six weeks before the wedding.

Many flowers can now be obtained out of season because they are grown in greenhouses and are imported from other parts of the world. Seasonal flowers, however, are more likely to fresher and less expensive.

Flowers in Season

Spring
Amaryllis Chrysanthemum Lilac Apple blossom Daffodil Lily Azalea Daisy Mimosa Broom Forsythia Orchid Bluebell Freesia Polyanthus Camellia Gladioli Primrose Carnation Heather Rhododendron Cherry Blossom Honeysuckle Stephanotis Clematis Iris Tulip Crocus Jasmine Waxflower

Summer
Aster Gladioli Marigold Azalea Hollyhock Orchid Carnation Heather Peony Cornflower Iris Rose Chrysanthemum Jasmine Rhododendron Delphinium Larkspur Stock Daisy Lilac Sweatpea Freesia Lily-of-the-valley Sweet William Fuschia Lupin Tiger Lily Gardenia

Autumn
Chrysanthemum Gypsophila Micklemas Daisy Daisy Hydrangea Morning Glory Dahlia Iris Orchid Freesia Lily Rose Gladioli Love-lies-bleeding

Winter
Carnation Gentian Rose Chrysanthemum Holly Berries Stephanotis Freesia Iris Snowdrop Forsythia Lily Winter Jasmine Gypsophila Orchid

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