Seasonal flowers are cheaper, fresher and better looking than imported out-of-season stems. But knowing what's in season when takes a bit of insider knowledge. Here's the Perth flower calendar we work to.
Spring (September to November)
The best season for weddings and events. Ranunculus, tulips, sweet peas, anemones, garden roses and lisianthus are all at their peak. Availability is good but popular dates book out early, especially October Saturdays.
Book spring weddings by August. For smaller orders, two weeks notice is usually fine.
Summer (December to February)
Proteas, banksias, waratahs and natives are in full swing. Dahlias start appearing in late January. Tropical flowers like birds of paradise and heliconia are reliable. Heat is the challenge, so we condition stems carefully and deliver early morning where possible.
Christmas and New Year are busy for corporate orders. Book by November if you want specific dates.
Autumn (March to May)
Our favourite season for colour. Dahlias, chrysanthemums, amaranthus, grasses and seed heads give bouquets texture and warmth. It's also the most forgiving season for last-minute orders because there's less competition for stems.
Winter (June to August)
Amaryllis, anemones, hellebores, camellias and cyclamen. The palette shifts to whites, deep reds and purples. It's a quieter season for weddings but great for corporate subscriptions and 'just because' bouquets.
Peonies are the big exception: they're winter-spring (September to November) and sell out fast. If you want peonies, book months ahead.
What to book early
Peonies (September-November): book by June. Wedding season Saturdays: book by the previous season. Christmas corporate orders: book by November. Everything else: two to four weeks is usually enough.
Not sure what's available right now? Ask us and we'll tell you what's in the cooler this week.
