Main image via thedomesticurator.com
It was all about autumn flowers last week… and now we’re moving into the coldest months of the year. But, does it mean the winter brides have fewer choices when it comes to their bouquets and centrepieces? Of course not – there are plenty of winter flowers for weddings, including seasonal and exotic, imported ones. Many of the same flowers are available now as in the autumn – like roses, gerberas, asters, many types of orchids and lilies – plus freesias and sunflowers too. Here are some of our favourite winter flowers, available from December through February. Again, your florist is your best friend here – and for inspiration, take a look at all the gorgeous bouquet trends for this year.
Carnation wedding bouquet via bellabysara.com
Carnation, and her sister – spray carnation – already featured in September, is familiar to all, and works beautifully as an accent flower in wedding bouquets, thanks to its delicate and graceful appearance
Cattleya Orchid, as you’d expect from any flower of the orchid family, is gracefully shaped and looks great as an accent in a bouquet, among other flowers
Eucharis, or Amazon Lily, looks similar to a daffodil, but is a lot more majestic, and makes for stunning bouquets
Eucharis and rose wedding bouquet via fletcherandfoley.co.uk
Germini Gerbera is a mini version of the usual large gerbera, and makes for a very interesting bouquet when used as a single flower
Gloriosa, also called the Glory Lilly, is both dramatic and vivid in colour – perfect for a bride who wants to add a little flamboyance
Hyacinth, a soft purple beauty known to all, is beautifully scented, and looks gorgeous in simple bouquets when paired up with one other flower
Hyacinth and tulip wedding bouquet via theweddingspecialists.net
Iris has a short life, but it’s perfect for wedding bouquets, adding a burst of colour and energy
Muscari, or Grape Hyacinth, is a popular purple flower shaped like a cone – it looks gorgeous dotted among white flowers in a bouquet
Narcissus, commonly called Daffodil, invokes spring like nothing else, and is actually available during the winter months. It also comes in a variation called Bridal Crown – how apt is that?
Narcissus and rose bouquet via botanicart-blog.com
Poinsettia evokes December like no other flower, and it’s usually used for centrepieces in December weddings. But can it be used in a bridal bouquet? Absolutely – it looks incredible, especially in white
Protea is a very unusual choice, and its appearance depends much on how far the petals have opened – but if you want a bouquet unlikely to be carried by any other bride, this is a fantastic option
Protea bouquet via Style Me Pretty by Taylor Lord Photography
Roses were already mentioned as autumn flowers, but can you imagine a Valentine’s Day without them? Not at all – especially the deep red ones
Tulips may be available towards end of February, depending on the weather, and they’re ideal for weddings on the brink of March
Viburnum, or Snowballs, look exactly like a snowball – tiny white flowers form fluffy balls of various sizes. It’s an unusual option for a bridal bouquet, but an absolutely delightful one. Also perfect for centrepieces
Come back next week for Part Three of our wedding flowers extravaganza – for spring time!
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