9 flower varieties from Garden Flowers.
Focal Flower
Tightly layered petals in a rosette formation give ranunculus a refined, paper-thin texture. Often used as a more affordable alternative to peonies or garden roses. Available in a wide range of colors including unique varieties like the Pon Pon (ruffled) and Cloni (large head). Stems are delicate and need careful handling.
$2-$5 per stem
Accent Flower
Striking blooms with papery petals surrounding a dark center eye. The contrast between the white or pastel petals and the black center makes anemones a popular choice for modern and dramatic wedding designs. Most commonly available in white with black center, but also found in burgundy, blue-purple, and pink.
$3-$6 per stem
Focal Flower
Intricate blooms in a wide range of forms from dinner-plate sized to small pompons. Dahlias are a late summer and fall wedding staple. Cafe au Lait is the most sought-after wedding variety, with its oversized blush-to-cream blooms. Locally grown dahlias have better quality than imported, as they don't ship well.
$3-$8 per stem
Focal / Filler
Large mophead blooms made up of clusters of small florets. A single hydrangea stem fills significant volume in an arrangement, making it one of the most cost-effective flowers for lush centerpieces. Needs to stay well-hydrated and can wilt quickly without water. Dip stems in alum powder to extend vase life.
$3-$7 per stem
Accent Flower
Tiny bell-shaped white flowers on delicate arching stems with a distinctive sweet fragrance. A traditional bridal flower famously carried by Kate Middleton and other royal brides. Extremely expensive due to the labor-intensive harvesting process and short growing season. Symbolizes purity and happiness.
$4-$8 per stem
Focal Flower
Clean-lined spring flower with a simple, elegant silhouette. French tulips have longer stems and larger heads than standard Dutch tulips and are preferred for wedding work. Parrot tulips offer ruffled, feathered petals for a more dramatic look. Tulips continue to grow and bend after cutting, adding movement to arrangements.
$1.50-$4 per stem
Accent Flower
Delicate, ruffled blooms with tendrils on wispy stems. Sweet peas add soft texture and a beautiful fragrance to spring and early summer bouquets. They're fragile and wilt quickly in heat, so they work best for spring weddings in temperate climates. Often used as trailing accents in loose, garden-style designs.
$2-$4 per stem
Focal / Accent
Ruffled, rose-like blooms on multi-branching stems. Lisianthus is often called the florist's best friend because it looks like a garden rose at a fraction of the price. Long vase life and year-round availability make it a practical wedding flower. Double varieties are preferred for wedding work over single-petal forms.
$2-$5 per stem
Line Flower
Tall spires of blue, purple, white, or pink blooms that add dramatic height to large arrangements. True blue delphiniums are one of the few naturally blue flowers available, making them valuable for blue-themed weddings. Stems can reach 3-4 feet tall. Best used in large-scale arrangements like ceremony urns and altar pieces.
$3-$6 per stem