Your Wedding Flower Search Made Easy

When it comes to love, flowers bloom everywhere, and the city of Phoenix is no exception. Hot and arid temperatures don’t make a dent on the florists who populate the area, as Arizona’s spiritual side invites weddings galore. Read on for budding tips.

Start your Phoenix florist search about 6 months’ prior to your wedding. Ask friends and relatives, as well as other Phoenix vendors. Get referrals, and contact the Better Business Bureau for complaints. Flower prices 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 Phoenix florists, visit the OurWeddingDay.com Phoenix Local Vendor Section for a great list of top Phoenix wedding florists.

A good florist should have at least 50 weddings to his name. When interviewing Phoenix florists, show them 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 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 will 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 Phoenix florist you hire will be the same one who shows up on the day of the wedding, as well as a substitute name in case of an emergency. You should also 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.

Get ready to wake up and smell the Phoenix buds rising!

-David Toussaint

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