Saturday, November 14, 2009

Which flowers are cheaper?

I really like calla lilies or green roses for my wedding bouquet, but the calla lilies seem to be a little pricer... which bouquet-appropriate flowers are the best value? Do you know where I can find a list of price per stem?

Which flowers are cheaper?
I don't know exactly what colors you are planning on using, but we just had a fall themed wedding this past october. We actually used artificial flowers because they tend to be cheaper, and you can keep your boquet. If you are interested in fall flowers, mums and sunflowers are also great to use. I wouldn't think that they should be that expensive either. Contact a few local florist and check their pricing. You might also be able to go in and look at pictures of boquets that they have done in the past and they might be able to give you approx. prices as to how much different ones are. You may also want to even consider going with artificial flowers. If you chose this and you or someone you know is crafty, you can save money by doing the arrangements yourself or even check out local craft stores that have people who do arrangements and check their prices too. Good Luck and Best of Wishes (i know wedding planning can be stressful and expensive)
Reply:I think both should look equally nice, though I've never seen a green rose before. If you wedding is in the summer, and you only need a few callas, may i suggest you grow your own? It's not that hard, and they grow really easily. I paid about $5 for my calla bulbs, and they should provide you with about 5-10 blooms each corm if you grow them well. You can order calla bulbs at most online places (look for the Lain name 'zantedeschia') for not that much. There is also a greater selection of colour if you would like to grow your own, such as Crystal Blush or Z. aethiopica (the giant calla)
Reply:Price varies according to season, but calla are always more expensive than most other flowers. Decide on which florist you want to use, then go in and discuss it. I am a florist.


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