Choosing your wedding flowers can be difficult, especially in the spring and summer when so many are in season. To narrow your selection, consider the meanings behind each flower and create a bouquet that tells your love story. No single flower will cover all the emotions that will come up on your wedding day, so choose a few that are perfect for you! Daffodil = New beginnings Daisy = Innocence Hydrangea = Perseverance and heartfelt emotion Magnolia = Nobility and dignity Orchid = Refinement and charm Peony = A happy marriage Protea = Courage and diversity Rose: Red = Love White = Innocence Yellow = Joy Sunflower = Dedicated love FLOWERS AND THEIR MEANINGS FlowersbySeason Spring Fall Summer Winter One way to save money on your wedding is to request fl wers that are in-season. No matter when you get married, there is a wide variety of gorgeous fl wers to choose from. Even if your favorite fl wer isn’t in season, you can still have it in your bouquet! It just may cost a little more. Here are a few of our favorite stems that are available and budget – friendly for each season! Tulip Peony Ranunculus Lilac Lisianthus Calla Lily Cosmos Asiatic Lily Dahlia Chrysanthemum Delphinium Sunfl wer Zinnia Aster Ranunculus Delphinium Calla Lily Lisianthus Carnation Gardenia Orchid Lily Camellia Anemone C o l l e e n A hern, Today’s Bride trenDs WE q Dahlias are only available in select sea- sons but we love the giant impact this oversized fl wer has on a bouquet. GiantDahlia Dana Cubbage Weddings Instead of a bouquet that blends in to your white dress, select colorful fl wers to add brightness and drama to your look. This trend is all about creating a fl wless bouquet by embracing the beauty of nature’s imperfections. BrightColors Ameris Photography Asymmetric Shea Christine Photography 3-8 MONTHS UNTIL "I DO" TODAY’S BRIDE | 109