Wedding Wednesdays: What Your Favorite Flowers Represent

Did you know most flowers are a symbolic representation of something even more beautiful? Learning what each bloom really means can make picking your bouquets a little easier! The Knot shares their guide to the most popular wedding flowers, their symbolism, and how they can add to your special day. Check it out!

Baby's Breath

Baby's breath (like the white items you'll likely be wearing on your wedding day) symbolize innocence—and they're majorly back in style as of late. Fun fact: They're fairly inexpensive and in season year-round, so go crazy with these babies.

Calla Lily

Lightly fragrant calla lilies represent "magnificent beauty," and are perfect and in season for spring and summer weddings (it is a tropical flower that originated in Africa, after all).

Dahlia

The dahlia is a symbol of a commitment and bond that lasts forever, making them pretty perfect for weddings. The bold, bushy flower is elegant for summer or early fall weddings (when they're in season).

Delphinium

Lightly fragrant delphiniums represent swiftness and lightness, and are beloved (and in season) for summer weddings.

Gardenia

Gorgeous gardenias represent purity and joy—two things strongly associated with weddings. Fun fact: The gardenia scent is intoxicating.

Hydrangea

Moderately priced, colorful hydrangeas represent both understanding and "heartfelt emotions."

Lily

Fit for royalty, the lily represents majesty, truth and honor. The fragrant flower is perfect (and in season) for summer weddings.

Magnolia

Most magnolia trees grow in the South, but you can get these luxurious flowers that mean "love of nature" mostly anywhere during the spring and summer seasons.

Peony

Peonies stand for love, happiness and ambition, which is a sweet sentiment for your romantic day. They're in season during late spring.

Ranunculus

A lush, cascading ranunculus bouquet will say, in the language of flowers, "I am dazzled by your charms." Perfect for walking down the aisle to your partner. Also, they're available in nearly every color of the rainbow.

Rose

It's no wonder roses rank as the most beloved wedding flowers—they're a symbol of romance, love and beauty, are surprisingly affordable and are available year-round. Yes, their popularity definitely makes sense.

Sweet Pea

An old-fashioned favorite, sweet peas represent "pleasure" and are fairly fragrant. Use them for a late spring or early summer (that's when they're in season) garden wedding.

Zinnia

Affordable zinnias symbolize lasting affection, daily remembrance and also "thoughts of friends." If you still need bouquets for your beloved bridesmaids, this might be your flower.

Use The Knot's guide and your florist as a resource to devour the details of the most meaningful floral arrangements a bride-to-be has ever seen! Happy picking!