Let Nature Set the Date: A Guide to Seasonal Wedding Flowers
Have you ever bitten into a mealy apple in March? It’s technically still an apple—but it’s disappointing. Or maybe you’ve rushed to the farmers market in April, hoping for strawberries, only to find they’re pale and watery, not quite ready. That’s the thing about nature: you can’t fake her timing. And when it comes to flowers, the same rules apply.
At Flora Good Times, we work seasonally—because that’s when flowers are at their most vibrant, fragrant, and alive. We think your wedding should be the same.
Timing = Everything
Picture this: it’s a warm May afternoon. You’re floating down the aisle, glowing. You’re surrounded by ruffled clouds of soft, fragrant peonies. Their petals are lush and full, brushing your fingertips, filling the air with their scent. You look like royalty.
But here’s the deal: peonies are divas. They only bloom for a few short weeks in mid-to-late spring. If they’re your dream flower, your date needs to line up. No amount of planning (or budget) can change their cycle.
Now, let’s shift seasons.
Maybe you’re more of a late summer to early fall couple. The kind who lives for golden hour, harvest dinners, and rich color. Enter: dahlias. These beauties thrive in the Hudson Valley from August through October. They come in every shade you can imagine—merlot, mustard, blush, even café au lait. They bring the drama, in the best way possible, and they hold up beautifully through your whole event.
Or maybe you’re into something a little moodier. Anemones are perfect for that slightly wild, effortlessly cool look. With dark centers and papery petals in shades of white, blush, plum, and deep red, they bring contrast and character to any bouquet. They shine in late winter and early spring, right alongside ranunculus and tulips, and they’re a favorite for couples who want something elegant with a little edge.
And then there are the showstoppers you don’t put in a bouquet—cherry blossom branches. When they bloom, it’s brief and breathtaking. These branches bring height, softness, and a sense of movement that transforms any space. Perfect for ceremony installs or large-scale arrangements, they bloom in early to mid-spring and signal the shift into warmer days. If you’re planning a spring wedding and want something architectural but romantic, cherry blossoms are it.
Why It Matters
When you align your wedding vision with what’s naturally blooming, three things happen:
Your flowers look better. Fresher, fuller, and more vibrant. You can see (and smell) the difference.
Your impact is smaller. Local flowers mean fewer imports, less waste, and a better footprint.
You get that effortless magic. Because nature’s timing just works—no forcing, no faking.
Seasonal Isn’t Limiting. It’s Liberating.
Working with the seasons doesn’t mean giving things up. It means making choices that feel rooted, honest, and alive. Whether that’s May poppies, September dahlias, or October grasses and seed pods—we’ll help you find what’s stunning right when you need it to be.
So yes, we work seasonally. And we think you should too.
Because flowers are like love stories: better when they’re real, intentional, and fully in bloom.