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Newark Wedding Florists Guide

Finding the Right Flowers for Your New Jersey Ceremony

Since you’re getting married in the Garden State, wonderful flowers should come with the territory. Whether it’s a winter wonderland affair, or a summer sun-sensation, make sure you get the best Newark florist for your big day. Read on for just-for-the-picking tips.

Start your Newark wedding florist search about 6 months’ prior to your wedding, and after you’ve picked your site. Ask friends and relatives, as well as other Newark wedding vendors. Get referrals, and contact the Better Business Bureau for complaints. Florist fees in Newark vary tremendously, depending on the size of your wedding, the type of flowers you want, and how integrated they are into your ceremony. Expect to pay at least $1,000.

When you’re ready to talk shop to Newark florists, visit the OurWeddingDay.com Northern New Jersey Local Vendor Section for a great list of top Newark wedding florists.

A good Newark florist should have at least 50 weddings to his name. When interviewing, show him your wedding colors, and bring a list of favorite flowers, along with a list of second choices. Flowers grown locally and in season will be considerably cheaper, so the more you’re willing to compromise, the more you’ll save. You might want to ask potential Newark wedding florists if they can make a sample bouquet; if their version excites you, the two of you are on the same page.

If the florist you hire knows your reception site, he’ll have a better understanding of where flowers look best, and how to save money by utilizing the site’s natural beauty. For other cost-cutting measures, discuss cheaper centerpiece options (fewer flowers can actually be more elegant), and other savings tips, like placing plants in background areas. If the florist doesn’t know your site, take him on a guided tour.

Before signing on the dotted line, ask about blooms that stain, and go over any allergies you and your bridal party have. On the contract, make sure the Newark florist you hire is the same one who shows up on the day of your wedding, as well as a substitute name in case of an emergency. You should have it stated, in writing, that the florist sets up the flowers at your site. Find out, too, what flowers will be substituted should your picks not be available at the last minute.

-David Toussaint