Wedding Tips: Flowers in Season

I didn't post the next day like I was supposed to because I got caught up in my Android obsession again and was so tempted to write that instead... so I wrote nothing. haha Anyway, just a quick post about picking in season flowers!

The shape definitely does help with budgeting, but nothing means more than the actual flowers. The best thing you can do is choose a flower that is in season and readily available in your area. Not only is it more expensive to ship in the flowers if you buy off season, but they will be of lesser quality.

  The best example I can give you is the Kate Middleton frenzy. Last year, the world watched Kate & William's wedding and millions of brides-to-be decided they wanted to look just like the new duchess. She chose the English-grown Lily of the Valley and Lilac "so seasonal it could have been plucked from gardens on the way" as described by TheGuardian.
  Unfortunately, they are EXPENSIVE to get shipped in.
[Random Piece of Info:] In our region, most of our flowers are shipped in from California or Ecuador. If not shipped domestically or from Mexico//South America, they will be more expensive]
Lily of the Valley are beautiful flowers with the sweetest scent, but they are one of the most expensive flowers you can get. Not only are they extremely delicate, but there is only a 3 week gap that my wholesaler can get them. Like hydrangeas, these flowers easily wilt, so another thing for an unfortunate Texas bride to think about.

Another tip about a popular flower: Peonies. Another pretty expensive flower that everyone loves. Florists can get these flowers any time of the year, but they won't bloom as big until the spring. If you do get them in smaller bulbs, you'll still pay a hefty price, if not more than in-season, and they could be confused with a carnation bouquet. [sounds crazy, but I've heard it]

If you love the look of peonies, but don't want to spend the money, go ahead and go with the carnations! Definitely a good year-round and budget friendly substitute.


I'll be back with more in-season tips soon!