Planning your dream wedding and wondering which flowers will make your special day absolutely magical? At Orchard Lane Flowers, we've been spreading Joy & Happiness throughout the Columbus community for over 25 years, and we're here to help you choose the perfect blooms for your celebration. Whether you're dreaming of a vibrant summer garden party or an elegant winter wonderland, the right flowers can transform your wedding into something truly extraordinary.
Let's explore the most stunning seasonal options and color palettes that will make your wedding flowers look as though they grow naturally in your venue—one of our specialties here at Orchard Lane!
Summer Wedding Flowers: Bright & Bold Beauty
Summer weddings call for flowers that capture the season's vibrant energy and abundant sunshine. These blooms thrive in warm weather and offer incredible variety in both color and texture.
Top Summer Flower Choices:
Sunflowers - Representing joy, success, and optimism, they're perfect for cheerful celebrations
- Dahlias - Available in stunning array of colors from soft pastels to bold jewel tones
- Roses - Summer varieties offer the richest colors and fullest blooms
- Peonies - Lush, romantic, and available in early summer (highly sought after!)
- Hydrangeas - Perfect for creating volume in arrangements and centerpieces
- Delphiniums - Add height and drama to ceremony arrangements
- Zinnias - Cheerful, long-lasting, and budget-friendly
Summer Wedding Flower Pricing:
- Bridal bouquets:$250-$450
- Bridesmaid bouquets: $85-$150
- Centerpieces: $85-$650 depending on style and size
Summer flowers tend to be more readily available, making them an excellent choice for couples looking to maximize their wedding floral designs budget while achieving stunning results.
Fall Wedding Flowers: Rich & Romantic Warmth
Fall weddings offer some of the most gorgeous color palettes of the year. Think deep burgundies, burnt oranges, golden yellows, and rich purples that perfectly complement the season's natural beauty.
Perfect Fall Blooms:
- Chrysanthemums - Available in beautiful autumn shades and textures
- Marigolds - Warm golden tones that embody fall's essence
- Roses in autumn hues - Deep reds, oranges, and burgundies
- Carnations- Cost-effective and available in rich fall colors
- Asters - Delicate purple blooms perfect for adding texture
- Celosia - Unique texture in warm red and orange tones
- Seasonal greenery - Eucalyptus, ruscus, and autumn foliage
Fall Styling Tips:Our designers love incorporating seasonal elements like mini pumpkins, pinecones, and autumn leaves to create arrangements that celebrate the harvest season. These additions can help stretch your floral budget while creating that perfect fall ambiance.
Investment Range:Fall flowers generally offer excellent value, with many seasonal blooms being readily available and affordable flowers for wedding during their peak season.
Winter Wedding Flowers: Elegant & Sophisticated
Winter weddings have a magic all their own, and the flower choices can create breathtaking elegance. While some blooms are out of season, winter offers unique opportunities for sophisticated, minimalist beauty.
Winter Wedding Flower Stars:
- White roses - Classic, elegant, and always in season
- Amaryllis - Bold, architectural blooms perfect for statement pieces
- Tulips - Available in winter and perfect for adding color
- Anemones - Dramatic black centers with white or colored petals
- Ranunculus - Layered petals create romantic texture
- Eucalyptus and evergreen branches - Perfect for adding natural winter texture
- White orchids - Sophisticated and long-lasting
Winter Design Elements: Consider incorporating seasonal touches like pinecones, silver branches, or white berries. Candles become especially important in winter weddings, and we offer beautiful candle centerpieces starting at $35-$60.
Budget Considerations:Some flowers may be more expensive in winter due to seasonal availability, but working with your Orchard Lane designer, we can create stunning arrangements that fit your budget by focusing on in-season blooms and creative greenery.
Spring Wedding Flowers: Fresh & Renewed
Spring brings renewal and fresh beginnings—perfect symbolism for starting your married life together. Spring flowers offer soft colors, delicate textures, and that fresh-from-the-garden feeling.
Spring's Most Beautiful Blooms:
- Tulips - Available in virtually every color and perfect for spring celebrations
- Daffodils- Cheerful yellow blooms that symbolize new beginnings
- Hyacinths- Fragrant and available in beautiful pastels
- Cherry blossoms - Delicate branches perfect for ceremony decor
- Lilacs - Fragrant purple blooms (when in season)
- Sweet peas - Delicate, fragrant, and romantic
- Baby's breath - Perfect filler flower that's budget-friendly and beautiful
Spring Color Palettes:Think soft pastels—blush pinks, lavender purples, butter yellows, and fresh greens. These colors photograph beautifully and create that dreamy spring atmosphere.
Special Spring Consideration:Some spring flowers like peonies have very short seasons, so timing is crucial. Our team will work with you to ensure your dream flowers are available for your wedding date.
White Wedding Flowers: Timeless & Classic
White flowers never go out of style and offer endless possibilities for elegant, sophisticated wedding designs. They photograph beautifully, work with any color scheme, and create that timeless bridal look.
Stunning White Flower Options:
- White roses - The ultimate classic, available year-round
- White peonies - Romantic and lush (seasonal availability)
- White hydrangeas- Perfect for creating volume affordably
- White orchids- Sophisticated and exotic
- White lilies- Elegant and fragrant Gardenias - Incredibly fragrant with waxy white petals
- White ranunculus- Textured, romantic layers
- Baby's breath- Creates dreamy, cloud-like texture
Design Versatility:White flowers can be mixed with any accent color or used alone for monochromatic elegance. They're perfect for traditional church ceremonies, modern minimalist celebrations, or romantic garden parties.
Styling Ideas:
- All-white bridal bouquets with mixed textures
- White ceremony arrangements with lots of greenery
- Elegant white centerpieces with candles
- White floral chandeliers for dramatic ceiling decor ($500-$1000 each)
Blue Flowers for Wedding: Something Blue & Beautiful
Blue flowers add a unique, unexpected element to wedding designs and can serve as your "something blue." While true blue flowers are less common in nature, there are stunning options that create magical results.
Beautiful Blue Bloom Options:
- Delphiniums- Tall spikes in true blue shades
- Hydrangeas- Available in beautiful blue tones (season dependent)
- Blue thistle - Unique texture and interesting blue-gray color
- Cornflowers (Bachelor buttons) - True blue and budget-friendly
- Blue anemones - Dramatic and sophisticated
- Blue iris- Elegant and available seasonally
- Dusty miller - Blue-gray foliage that adds texture
Design Tips for Blue Flowers:Since blue flowers can be less common, they often work best as accent flowers rather than the main focus. Pair them with whites, creams, or soft pastels for a balanced look. Blue also pairs beautifully with yellow for a complementary color scheme.
Creative Alternatives: Consider blue ribbon accents, blue vases, or blue linens to incorporate your "something blue" while using more readily available flowers in other colors.
Making Your Flower Dreams Come True
At Orchard Lane Flowers, we believe every couple deserves flowers that perfectly capture their love story and wedding vision. Our experienced design team will work within your budget to create arrangements that look like they were meant to be in your venue.
Our Process:
- Consultation- We'll discuss your vision, venue, and budget
- Design proposal- Customized plan with pricing for your specific needs
- Seasonal recommendations- We'll suggest the best flowers for your wedding date
- Final details - Perfect your order up to 3 weeks before your wedding
Budget-Friendly Tips:
- Choose flowers that are in season during your wedding date
- Consider our Wedding Day Essentials packages for streamlined pricing
- Mix premium flowers with budget-friendly options like carnations and mums
- Use bulk blooms and greens for DIY centerpieces ($35-$45 per table)
Pricing Overview:
- Personal flowers:Bridal bouquets $250-$450, Bridesmaid bouquets $85-$150, Boutonnieres $15-$21
- Ceremony decor: Wedding Arch florals $250-$2K, Altar arrangements $75-$150
- Reception flowers:Centerpieces $35-$650, depending on style and complexity
Ready to Create Your Perfect Wedding Flowers?
Your wedding flowers should make you smile—on your big day and every time you look back at your photos. At Orchard Lane Flowers, we’re a wedding florist Columbus Ohio couples trust to create arrangements that spread Joy & Happiness and make your special day truly unforgettable.
