Wedding Flowers 101

Poppy's portfolio includes bridal bouquets, bridesmaids bouquets, centerpieces, altar arrangements, boutonnieres, corsages, and more from dozens of real Poppy weddings across the country.

At Poppy, we know your wedding flower arrangements are incredibly important. That's why our passionate team obsessively collaborates with every couple to execute their perfect floral vision. From your first creative call to gorgeous blooms on the big day, our experts will leverage our real wedding portfolio to hand-select and meticulously craft customized bouquets, centerpieces, and decor arrangements. We wow couples by turning their wedding flower dreams into bespoke reality. Sit back knowing you're in caring, capable hands – the Poppy team won't rest until your wedding flower arrangements are everything you've always imagined!

We know wedding planning involves juggling a million details, so let us make planning your flowers easy. At Poppy, we recommend finalizing your dream floral arrangements 6-12 months before your wedding. This gives us lead time to source incredible in-season blooms and craft your vision while allowing you the flexibility to tweak up to 30-45 days out. With Poppy guiding the floral process from first consultation to flawless execution, you can relax knowing we've got your flowers covered. Focus on other plans and get excited for fresh, fabulous florals on the big day!

Oh goodness, $5,000 is more than enough! We want your day to be beautiful, not break the bank. Here at Poppy, we can work floral magic starting at $1,750. Poppy couples typically spend around $2,800 on their wedding flowers. Our talented designers pride themselves on gorgeously customized flowers within any budget. Working within your budget, we'll hand-select premium blooms to craft personalized bouquets, centerpieces, and decor that perfectly fit your unique wedding style. So breathe easy - we've got you covered for a dream wedding that dazzles without draining your funds!

Some popular wedding flowers include roses, ranunculus, lisianthus, and hydrangeas. Choosing classics like roses and hydrangea ensures gorgeous, timeless photographs. Mix in unique choices like anemones for a modern, on-trend look.

Couples typically allocate around 8-10% of their overall wedding budget to floral arrangements. However, this percentage can vary based on individual preferences, priorities, and the overall budget size. Some couples may choose to invest more in flowers if floral decor is a high priority for them, while others may allocate a smaller percentage if they prioritize other aspects of their wedding.

Hearty blooms like roses, carnations, and chrysanthemums often last all day. Discuss reuse with your florist. Plan ceremony pieces that can be repurposed for reception tables, such as altar flower clouds, and avoid repurposing items, such as bouquets, as they are often out of water for most of the day.

Create a mood board with flower photos, color swatches, and style examples. Share your venue, wedding colors, season, and overall vision. Provide imagery of other elements being used at your wedding, such as linens or bridesmaid dresses. Discuss budget and priorities. Are you looking for more flowers in your ceremony or reception? Do you want a smaller or bigger bouquet? Be open to suggestions and ideas.