Fresh Inspiration for Your Summer Wedding Florals

When it comes to designing a breathtaking summer wedding, florals set the tone for the entire celebration. From lush, garden-inspired installations to artful, seasonal bouquets, the right blooms can transform any venue into a dreamy landscape. To help inspire your summer floral vision, we turned to some of Houston’s top wedding florists for their expert tips on styling summer weddings. Whether you’re dreaming of an intimate, elegant affair or a vibrant, grand celebration bursting with color, these floral artists know how to make every petal count.

Keep scrolling to see what’s trending and get their expert advice on bringing your summer wedding florals to life.

So, where to begin with summer wedding florals? First things first: hire a floral designer who understands your vision and the season. It’s recommended to book your florist 9-12 months in advance to secure the freshest blooms for your big day. Bahara from Plants N’ Petals shares, “Peonies come in two different times of the year—May and June, and, if we’re lucky, some of July. This is the best season for beautiful and full pink, white, burgundy, and coral charm peonies.” Trust your florist — they’re the experts who can guide you through selecting flowers that will truly thrive in the summer sun.

Next up: gathering inspiration. Sara from Beyond Bloems suggests leaning into seasonal favorites to bring your floral vision to life. “Some of my go-tos include peonies, garden roses, cosmos, zinnias, lisianthus, dahlias, delphinium, and gerber daisies. I also love incorporating textured elements like strawflower and billy balls for a playful summer touch,” she says. These mood boards and Pinterest finds serve as a great starting point for conversations with your florist, helping them translate your favorite looks into designs that work with your setting, color palette, and season.

One secret to making summer florals shine? Choose blooms that can handle the heat. Rene and Ashley from Lush Flowers share, “In summer, you will see sunflowers, dahlias, lavender, cosmos, allium, zinnias, and marigolds.” These seasonal blooms are not only in their prime but will also hold up beautifully from the ceremony to the reception. Beyond Bloems adds, “For outdoor celebrations, I typically lean into hardy blooms like orchids, lisianthus, chrysanthemums, and roses. They hold their shape beautifully, even on warm days, and stay looking fresh throughout the event.”

And for those planning an alfresco “I do,” Épris Weddings offers a pro tip: “Heat-friendly florals are a must for Texas summers – especially if the celebration is outdoors! Some of our favorite hardy options are orchids (especially cymbidium and dendrobium), roses, proteas, and anthuriums. Carnations also surprise people; they’re classic, come in so many colors, and hold up beautifully.”

As for what’s trending this summer? Think bold blooms and organic movement. Beyond Bloems shares, “There’s been a beautiful shift toward more organic, free-flowing bouquets—loose silhouettes, negative space, and soft movement. Color-wise, I’m seeing couples gravitate toward nostalgic summer palettes like butter yellow, coral, and lilac, which bring such joyful energy to the day.” Fashionable Florist adds, “This summer’s florals are all about bold energy and sculptural flair. Anthuriums are having a sleek, modern moment; amaranthus brings that luxe, draped drama, and mini cymbidium orchids add a touch of exotic edge.”

Bouquets are embracing a “fresh-from-the-meadow” look with intentional asymmetry and natural textures. “Summer brides want a bouquet that feels editorial, not expected—and that’s where we come in,” says Fashionable Florist. Épris Weddings adds, “Right now, we’re loving loose, asymmetrical bouquets with movement – think fluttery cosmos, trailing greenery, and textured blooms that feel effortlessly elegant.”

With these expert insights, you’re now ready to design summer wedding florals that are as vibrant and unforgettable as your celebration. Want more inspiration? Get inspired by Houston Floral Designers Share Trends and Tips for Stunning Wedding Flowers.

“Fresh Inspiration for Your Summer Wedding Florals” Spotlight WiH Partners- Florists: Plants N’ Petals | Beyond Bloems | Fashionable Florist | Lush Flowers | Épris Weddings | Cake: Susie’s Cakes

Contributing Photographers- Kati Hewitt Photography / RaeTay Photography / Swish & Click Photography / Alaina Rene Photography / Alicia Yarrish Photography / Pure Plush Photography