Seasonal flowers for your wedding.

Article from ‘Ask The Expert’ section in ‘Your Kent Wedding’ Magazine, May 2022.

Q I adore fresh flowers so my bridal bouquet is really important to me. I'd love it to feature some unusual blooms and colours outside of the usual wedding favourites of roses and peonies. Could you give me some inspiration?

When planning your bridal flowers ask your florist what’s in season and what blooms they recommend. There are plenty of gorgeous floral options throughout the year that can be used to create untraditional and romantic arrangements. Work with your florist to create a colour palette that represents you. Trust that they know what colours work together and don’t be afraid to choose colours you love that feel personal.

During Springtime, ranunculus are a great alternative as they’re frilly with plenty of petals just like a rose or a peony. Ranunculus are available in soft pinks, peaches and white as well as bold red and yellow. Tulips are another great option during Spring and as well as coming in an array of colours there are lots of interesting varieties such as parrot, double petalled and frilly fringe tulips.

A showstopper of a flower during the Summer and Autumn months are dahlias, which come in an assortment of shapes and sizes in soft, neutral tones as well as bright and vivid colours. Using a range of dahlia varieties in your bouquet can create real impact!

Winter is a great time for anemones, which are perfect if you love rich, jewel tones or classic, striking white. You can also embrace the festive season and use berries and rich foliage such as ivy and pittosporum.

Photo by Heart Full of Tea.