25 Seasonal Winter Wedding Flower Ideas

Unsure which wedding flowers are available in the winter? No need to fret, there are lots of seasonal winter wedding flowers to discover that are so pretty and romantic.

I have rounded up some gorgeous winter wedding flower ideas to inspire your arrangements. No matter your style.

Photo: Matt Horan Photography via Winter Wedding West Mill

Seasonal Winter Wedding Flower Inspiration

So how do you choose your wedding flowers if you are marrying in the UK winter months of December, January or February? Allow me to share some of the seasonal flowers available in the UK, from early wintertime, right through to late winter to help pick your dream wedding flowers.

It’s important to remember that flowering time changes. Every year availability and timing of wedding flowers can change due to the weather. Keep in mind that you may need to be flexible and work in cohesion with your wedding florist to ensure your perfect florals come true.

Do consider that some flower varieties have a huge range of species that vary wildly in colour, shape and size. Plus there is no need to stick to a traditional colour palette for the season either. Foliage, berries, whites, greys or just about any colour scheme goes. There are no rules!

Winter Wedding Bouquet Recipes

Before we jump further into different winter flower choices, let’s take a look at some stunning winter wedding bouquet inspiration. Complete with flower recipes to debunk those bouquets.

UK Winter Wedding Flowers

Now you have some great bridal bouquet ideas for wintertime, let’s take a more in-depth look at the different winter flower varieties available as well as how stunning they look. Wow!

Anemone

Anemone is a popular winter wedding flower, which creates a soft pretty effect. Available in a wide range of colours, there is sure to be a type to make your heart leap with joy.

Photo: Mandorla London via  Whimsical Elegant Wedding Ideas Photo: Sarah and Simon Wedding Photography via Small Simple + Stylish City Wedding

Silver Brunia

Silver Brunia are a real winter gem. These grey berries create great texture and shape to bouquets and flower arrangements alike.

Photo: Amy Lou Photography via York Minster Wedding Flowers: Once Upon a Thyme Photo: Chris Barber Photography via Hornington Manor Wedding Flowers: Lily Knight

Rose

Rose is a classic. If it isn’t available locally, you can be sure to source them. Don’t forget to be mindful of air miles and see if you can locally source first to be as ethical as possible.

Photo: Adrianna Piorun Photography via Christmas Tree Farm Wedding Ideas Flowers: Fiore Dorato

Red Berry

Red Berries are beautiful and add a festive feel to flowers. There are many plants that offer these red pearls, such as Holly, Spindle, Hawthorn, Rosehips and Pyracantha.

Photo: Angela Ward Brown via Red Green Winter Wonderland Wedding Ideas Flowers: Rabbit and the Rose Photo: Lori Blythe Photography via Christmas Tree Farm Wedding Ideas Flowers: The Flower Pail

Narcissus

If you are lucky Narcissus may just be available early in January onwards for your wedding flowers. These delicate blooms really do look so pretty.

Photo: Jessica Reeve Photography via Llanrhaeadr Springs Wedding Flowers: Leaf Flowers Photo: Rob Tarren Photography via Blush Pink Rose Gold Wedding

Hellebore

Hellebores flower during the winter and have a romantic droopy look. They can be found in white, pink, red and green so may just suit your colour scheme too.

Photo: Jo Bradbury via Botanical Macrame Glass House Wedding Ideas Flowers: Camomile & Cornflowers

Fern

Ferns are often evergreen which means you should be able to find them in the UK during the winter. Ferns are perfect for foliage heavy displays, and are ideal for woodland weddings.

Photo: Stott and Atkinson via Industrial Glam Marquee Wedding Flowers: Wild Floral Couture

Snowdrop

Snowdrops often signify the end of winter and that spring is on the horizon. These delicate beauties will add a softness to your winter flowers.

Photo: Jo Bradbury via Botanical Macrame Glass House Wedding Ideas Flowers: Camomile & Cornflowers

Ranunculus

Ranunculus are beautifully fluffy and come in a range of vibrant jewel tones. Here you can see them in a snowy white winter bridal bouquet and they look glorious.

Photo: Emily Tyler Photography via Upthorpe Wood Wedding Flowers: Larkspur Floral Design

Winter Blossom

Blossoms can also be found in the winter! Ask your florist if they grow their own or forage in your garden for a pretty winter delight.

Photo: Karen Flower via Spring Blossom Country Wedding Ideas Flowers: Ivory Rose Flowers

Pussy Willow

Pussy Willow stems add architecture and their soft buds look ever so ethereal.

Photo: Jo Bradbury via Botanical Macrame Glass House Wedding Ideas Flowers: Camomile & Cornflowers

Camellia

Camellia is often available in late winter and has a great rose-like flower. They come in pink, red and white for a pretty wedding colour scheme.

Photo: Pear & Bear Photography via Wollaton Hall Wedding Flowers: FloralDeco

Mistletoe

Does wedding foliage get any more romantic or seasonal than Mistletoe? Traditionally brought in to kiss beneath at Christmas, why not use the greenery in your arrangements?

Photo: Thyme Lane Photography via Christmas Marquee Wedding

Carnation

Carnations can flower in mild winters, so are potentially available in the UK during winter. Their fluffy heads will add romance and they are really affordable too.

Photo: Beans On Toast For Two via Afternoon Tea Wedding Flowers: Billinghams Florist

Tulip

Tulips come in a great range of shapes and colours, in fact, they can sometimes be mistaken for Peonies. If you are in luck, they may just appear early in the season in late February, if there are mild conditions.

Photo: Heline Bekker Photography via Spring Bluebell Woodland Wedding Ideas Flowers: Bohotanical

Waxflower

Waxflower is usually available in the winter but may be imported. They are a great flower to add next to larger more prominent flowers.

Photo: Carn Patrick Photography via Newton Hall Wedding Flowers: Wild With Love

Snowberry

White Snowberries evoke a snow ball feel for a gorgeously winter flower style.

Photo: Sam Gibson Photography via Medieval Barn Wedding Flowers: The Petal Emporium

Holly

Holly is a hugely popular stem at Christmas. It’s tricky to work with and carry due to its prickles so be careful if you have your heart set on it.

 Photo: Paula O’Hara via Whimsical Festive Wedding Ideas Flowers: Floral Earth

Pansies

Head down to your local garden centre and you’re likely to see Pansies in their winter bedding section. Pansies are small and dainty, which look lovely.

Photo: Irene Yap Photography via Romantic Rainy Wedding

Heather

Heather is another hardy winter plant and is available in some bright hues too.

Photo: Miss Whittington’s Photography
 via Yorkshire Moors Elopement

Cyclamen

Cyclamen is a small flower which is one of the earliest bloomers in the UK at the end of winter. You could add them to arrangements or use potted plants as your wedding centrepieces.

Photo: Haywood Jones Photography via Beau Buttons Wedding

Ivy

Ivy is another great winter wedding foliage. Use trailing leaves to decorate your reception venue or use them for a cascading bouquet.

Photo: Louise Pollitt Photography via Little Seed Field Wedding Flowers: Rose Cottage Barn

Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus has been a firm wedding favourite and it’s easy to see why. Great scent, beautiful form and silvery colour all add to a winter arrangement.

Eucalyptus is a plant you could grow in your garden as it’s a quick grower and it’s supposed to be pruned in the winter too.

Photo: Matilda Delves Photography via Oak Barn Wedding Flowers: The Stonegate Flower Company

Pampas Grass (& Dried Flowers)

Pampas grass and other grasses are available in the UK in winter too. In fact, most dried flowers are available once harvested and preserved! Think about drying seed heads too.

Photo: Cacie Carroll Photography via Ontario Micro Wedding Flowers: Lace and Birch

Gypsophila

Gypsophila isn’t usually available to pick in the UK during winter. However, it’s readily available through flower wholesalers who may import it.

Gyp or Baby’s Breath has a light, airy and snowy quality about it, plus it’s budget-friendly. Hooray!

Photo: The Backyard Studios via Philippines Wedding Flowers: Moki Gray

Other Ideas For Your Winter Flower Arrangements

Don’t forget that it’s not just flowers and foliage that look great in winter wedding flowers, think about adding:

• Pinecones
• Fruit
• Feathers
• Vegetables
• Seed Heads
• Ribbons

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