Tips for Creating Beautiful Florals for a Summer Wedding in St. Louis
Summer in St. Louis is a dream for floral design. The warm weather means gardens are at their peak, and local farms are overflowing with vibrant, seasonal blooms. If you love lush arrangements, bold color, and flowers that feel freshly gathered from the garden, summer is your season.
Seasonal Blooms at Their Best
From June through August, we see an incredible variety of flowers that thrive in the Missouri sun. Some of our favorites for summer weddings include:
Dahlias – From petite pompons to dinner-plate sizes, these make a statement in any bouquet.
Zinnias – Cheerful, colorful, and perfect for adding texture.
Lisianthus – Soft, romantic blooms with a delicate ruffle.
Cosmos – Airy and whimsical, adding movement to arrangements.
Celosia – Bold texture in shades from coral to deep magenta.
Basil & other greenery – Adds fragrance and a fresh garden feel.
Because these blooms are in season locally, they’re often more sustainable, longer-lasting, and fresher than imported flowers. Your florist can work with local farmers to select the best of what’s growing during your wedding week.
Color Palettes for a Summer Wedding
Summer gives you freedom to play with color. You might love a soft romantic palette—think blush, cream, peach, and sage—or you might lean toward vivid, high-summer tones like fuchsia, coral, gold, and vibrant greens. Jewel tones can be striking in summer light, especially for evening celebrations.
A tip: let the season inspire you. The flowers themselves will show you what colors naturally complement one another. Dahlias in deep burgundy, paired with peachy zinnias and soft cream lisianthus, create a rich yet balanced look.
Sustainable Summer Floristry
We love creating designs that are as kind to the earth as they are beautiful. That means sourcing from local flower farms, reusing mechanics like chicken wire, and composting green waste. We also encourage couples to let their flowers live on—we partner with a local nonprofit, Joy Petalers, to donate your blooms to local nursing homes, hospitals, shelters and more.
In the St. Louis area, we’re lucky to have access to incredible growers like Bi-State Blooms, Flowers in Clay, Bloom Box Botanicals, and many more. Supporting them means you’re also supporting the community.
Floral Design Ideas for Summer
This is the time of year for abundance—big, lush bouquets; overflowing centerpieces; and statement installations that wow your guests.
A garden-style bouquet with dahlias, lisianthus, and trailing greenery.
Floral arches or chuppahs bursting with seasonal blooms.
Hanging installations for outdoor tents or venues with high ceilings.
Long tables lined with mixed bud vases for an airy, casual feel.
If your celebration is outdoors, your florist can help choose blooms that hold up well in heat so everything looks fresh from start to finish.
Bringing Your Summer Wedding Vision to Life
With the right seasonal flowers, a thoughtful design, and a creative floral team, your summer wedding in St. Louis can be full of color, movement, and beauty. We’d love to talk with you about how to bring your vision to life—whether you dream of soft and romantic or bold and unforgettable.