Choosing the right flowers for your Spring Wedding — Hibiscus and Hodge

The beautiful team at the Stunning Chalk Barn in Wiltshire asked for my help with writing a blog titled “Choosing the right flowers for your Spring Wedding”. Alongside other local florists I provided some insight into Spring Wedding flowers. You can see their final version here: https://www.atchalk.co.uk/spring-wedding-flowers/

However I thought I would also publish all of my thoughts over here too for you to read.

What are some popular flowers that are in season during Spring for weddings?

Anenomes, tulips, ranunculus are all popular flowers for spring weddings which come in a variety of colour choices. One of my favourites for a bit of drama though are frittileria Perscia’s

What are some colour schemes that work well for Spring weddings?

A pastel colour palette is a popular choice for a Spring wedding. Some couples are opting to add in pops of colours alongside pastel tones for a more modern look. White and green is a timeless colour palette that works throughout the year and is often chosen for Spring weddings.

Do you have a favourite set up?

Trestle tables with floral runners or vessels that tie in beautifully with coloured linen, glassware and candles is always a favourite. I love it when couples really focus on the tiny details with their styling as it really elevates a space. Additionally I love a ceremony focal point such as an archway, floral columns or a floral walkway for the couple to marry infront of. It also means you get some beautiful ceremony wedding photos.

Are there any blooms that are particularly symbolic or meaningful for Spring weddings?

Spring flowers are perfect for weddings as lots of them symbolise love.

Daffodils are seen as the first sign of spring and often represent new beginnings such as the start of marriage, while lilacs symbolise first love and also smell amazing! Gifting tulips is said to be a declaration of love with different colours having different meanings. For example red tulips symbolise “eternal love and passion” while pink ones symbolise affection.

For late spring forget me nots also symbolise true love and are a popular choice.

· Are there any new trends in Spring wedding floral arrangements that you have seen recently? What do you predict to be ‘in fashion’ for 2024?

Couples are still opting for pastel colours but are going for more muted tones like barely there pinks, pale yellows, peaches and off whites. Contrasting colours such as lavender and orange or coral tones are also becoming a popular choice for a more modern look.

I feel like we are going to start to see more yellow floral arrangements with a mix of tonal colours. Additionally, couples seem to be moving away from having lots of greenery to using filler foliage that complements the wedding colour palette. If greenery is desired a lot of couples are choosing to go in the direction of plants or trees.

Are there any specific challenges to working with Spring blooms that we should be aware of?

A lot of Spring flowers have delicate stems but so long as your flowers have been conditioned and cared for properly by your florist there shouldn’t be any problems with having seasonal spring flowers for your wedding.

How far in advance should we book our florist for our Spring wedding, and what is the timeline for planning the floral arrangements?

The ideal time to book in your florist is approximately year before your wedding. We plan and agree our designs in our initial consultation around this point and then once your booking is confirmed we start sourcing vessels, sundries, any props or any equipment needed for floral installations as well as liaising with other suppliers when necessary. I then get in touch with couples a month before their wedding day to finalise the last-minute details. As your flowers need to be as fresh as possible for your wedding, we then do all the intense work of ordering, conditioning, and making your arrangements in the week leading up to your wedding.