Planning your wedding flowers is one of those beautiful, slightly intimidating parts of the process. Most couples know how they want the day to feel, but translating that into actual bouquets, arches, and tables is another story. Add in seasonality, pricing, and logistics, and it can quickly feel like a lot.
This guide is here to make that easier. It will walk you through what wedding flowers you actually need, how much they tend to cost in Montreal, what affects pricing, which flowers are available in each season, and how to choose a florist you trust. By the end, you will have a clearer sense of what is possible and what feels right for your day.
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How to Choose Wedding Flowers in Montreal, Start Here
The best place to begin is not with specific flowers but with the feeling you want your wedding to express. Montreal venues range from stone churches to halls, golf clubs, and more. Your flowers should complement the architecture and atmosphere of the space so everything feels cohesive rather than competing for attention.
When you sit down with a florist, we focus first on four things, your style, your colour palette, your venues, and the general scope of your celebration. These decisions shape every floral suggestion that follows.
If you love a natural, slightly unruly “overgrown garden” look with a refined finish, you are in the realm of what we call Wild Elegance, a style that feels at home in both historic and modern spaces and lends itself well to intimate ceremonies and outdoor settings.
The Four Decisions That Shape Everything
Your Style
Romantic garden, modern minimal, organic textural, classic traditional, or editorial sculptural. Each creates a different mood. Your florist will interpret your references, venue, and personality to guide you toward a style that feels right for you.
Your Colour Palette
Your palette influences the mood of your florals, which ingredients are used, and how everything photographs in the space. Soft neutrals, moody jewel tones, bright accents, or subtle warmth all create different atmospheres.
Your Venues
A hall, a golf club ballroom, a historic church, a restaurant, or an outdoor garden will all call for different design approaches. Lighting, ceiling height, layout, and existing décor affect where flowers matter most.
Your Overall Tier
Instead of thinking strictly in dollar amounts, consider whether you want something intimate, something curated and impactful, or something fully immersive. You can explore real-world pricing guidance in our Montreal pricing breakdown here.
What Wedding Flowers Do You Actually Need?
This is one of the most practical and helpful questions you can ask. There are traditions, trends, and personal preferences, but ultimately, the “must-have” list depends on what will matter in your photos and in your memory of the day.
Our philosophy is simple, start with you. Your florals should frame you, honour your story, and highlight the moments where emotion and photography meet, your ceremony, your portraits, and the environment your guests experience.
Below is a framework that works well for most Montreal weddings, whether the celebration is intimate or more elaborate.
The Essentials, Bare Minimum
For almost every wedding, we consider these non-negotiable,
- A bridal bouquet
- A boutonnière or equivalent
- A meaningful ceremony focal piece, such as an arch or ground level florals framing the two of you, etc.
These three elements ensure your ceremony has intention and visual presence. Very softly put, offerings like our Love Birds ensemble incorporate these three elements and include the essential services that go with them, such as delivery, setup, and teardown, without overwhelming your day.
Popular Add-Ons Most Couples Choose
Beyond the essentials, most couples choose additional touches such as,
- Bridesmaids bouquets or smaller handheld florals
- Boutonnieres and corsages for family members
- A floral accent for the signing table
- Bud vases or small arrangements for smaller surfaces
- Welcome table or bar arrangements
- Venue walk-through and floral placement planning
These pieces create continuity and atmosphere, softening the environment without needing to fill every corner.
For Larger or Styled Weddings
For larger celebrations or weddings with a strong design aesthetic, you may choose more impactful florals such as,
- A more dramatic ceremony installation
- Grounded meadows or aisle florals
- A head table statement design
- Entrances, staircases, or welcome-sign florals
- Lounge area arrangements or photo-op elements
These additions make a space feel immersive and cohesive. They also photograph exceptionally well, helping your guests feel as though they have stepped into a designed environment rather than a generic room.
How Much Do Wedding Flowers Cost in Montreal?
“How much do wedding flowers cost?” is one of the most common questions and one of the hardest to answer with a simple number. There are industry standard markups on flowers themselves, but there is no standardized service. Each florist has a different process and level of involvement.
A bouquet designed on the spot for an elopement with flowers on hand is not the same as a bouquet designed in advance with specially selected varieties and colours. Likewise, a few simple table pieces will never be comparable to cascading table arrangements or a fully styled environment. Pricing also depends on how a florist values their time, some underprice because they are unsure of their worth while others build in the true labour their process requires.
When you invest in wedding florals, you are investing both in the flowers and in the design experience behind them, from planning to execution. A more detailed pricing breakdown can be found in our budget planning here.
Key Factors That Influence Your Floral Investment
Flower Types and Season
Some flowers carry higher costs because of how they are grown, their fragility, or their season. Peonies are accessible in late spring and early summer, while certain garden roses, orchids, or specialty blooms are premium year-round.
Scale and Abundance
Larger celebrations simply require more product and more labour. The number of tables, the size of the ceremony installation, and the amount of floral coverage desired all influence the final cost.
Design Complexity
Different styles require different types of labour. Textural, airy, garden-inspired work demands certain ingredients and skill sets, while more structured or compact designs use different techniques. The goal here is not to compare cost but to understand that design approach directly affects time, ingredients, and labour.
Behind the Scenes Work
A significant portion of your floral investment includes service, everything that happens before your flowers arrive on the wedding day.
- Initial quote
- Revisions and refinement
- Agreement signing
- Scheduling all pre-wedding phases, such as when to order flowers, when to receive them, and when to design
- Team meeting to coordinate roles, timing, and design direction
- Ordering flowers and supplies
- Processing and conditioning flowers
- Design and arrangement creation
- Packing and loading
- Delivery and installation
- Optional teardown or pickup
All of this work is built into the cost of your floral investment.
On-Site Labour and Logistics
Every venue has its own challenges. Tight access windows, limited parking or loading, multiple floors, or delicate furnishings all require planning. Your florist manages arrival times, builds on-site when necessary, coordinates with the venue and planner, and may return for teardown.
Wedding Flower Styles in Montreal
Montreal has a unique aesthetic identity, blending European charm with contemporary sensibilities. Wedding floral styles often fall between refined and organic, luxurious without feeling rigid.
Below are some of the most requested styles seen locally.
Styles Commonly Seen in Montreal
Wild Elegance
Natural, abundant, and slightly unruly with a refined framework beneath it. This is our signature style.
Modern Minimal
Clean, sculptural blooms with intentional negative space.
Romantic Garden
Soft layering, movement, and lush blooms.
Organic Luxe
Airy, textural, premium ingredients with an editorial polish.
Classic Traditional
Structured arrangements and timeless palettes.
Contemporary Editorial
Dynamic shapes, bold combinations, and statement moments.
If you would like to see a full overview, explore our style guide here.
Seasonal Flower Availability in Montreal
Montreal’s seasons influence which flowers are available and from where. Winter through early spring relies heavily on imports, while late spring, summer, and early fall offer access to a wider variety of local and regional flowers.
Below is a commercially focused guide to what is typically available through wholesalers and growers, rather than wild sources.
April to May, Spring
- Ranunculus
- Tulips
- Sweet peas
- Lilac
- Anemones
- Hellebores
- Hyacinth
- Early peonies, late May depending on weather
June to August, Summer Peak
- Peonies, typically June
- Garden roses
- Dahlias
- Lisianthus
- Snapdragons
- Sweet peas
- Hydrangea
- Queen Anne’s lace
- Stock
- Various summer fillers and foliage
September to October, Autumn
- Dahlias, early autumn
- Chrysanthemums
- Garden roses
- Lisianthus
- Zinnias
- Asters
- Autumn foliage and branches
- Seedpods and grasses
November to March, Winter
- Roses and spray roses
- Ranunculus
- Anemones
- Tulips
- Orchids
- Calla lilies
- Imported hydrangea
- Amaryllis, especially December
Bridal Party Flowers, Who Gets What?
Personal flowers are a meaningful way to honour the people closest to you. Some couples keep this minimal while others enjoy offering small floral gestures to their VIP guests.
Typical Distribution
- Bride, bridal bouquet
- Partner, boutonnière or floral accent
- Bridesmaids or attendants, bouquets or smaller florals
- Groomsmen or attendants, boutonnieres
- Parents of the couple
- Grandparents
Modern Local Trends
- Pocket-square boutonnieres
- Floral cuffs versus traditional wrist corsages
- Hair florals or floral combs
- Petite posies for mothers or grandmothers
Ceremony Flowers, Creating Your Moment
The ceremony is the emotional centre of the day. It is where vows are exchanged and where many of the most meaningful photos are taken. Ceremony florals help transform your space into something personal and intentional.
Ceremony Design Options
- Arches, metal or wooden
- Grounded meadow arrangements
- Aisle clusters
- Pedestal arrangements
Reception Flowers, Designing Your Space
The reception is where guests spend most of their time, and flowers help shape the mood of the evening.
Common Reception Florals
- Centrepieces
- Bud vases
- Head table or sweetheart table designs
- Welcome table florals
- Cake flowers
- Bar or lounge pieces
- Candle styling integrated with florals
Choosing the Right Wedding Florist in Montreal
There are many talented florists in the city. The right one will understand your aesthetic, communicate clearly, and make you feel taken care of.
Look for alignment in style and trust in their process rather than choosing based only on price.
What to Look For
- A portfolio aligned with your taste
- A consistent design approach
- Experience with weddings similar in scale
- Familiarity with your venue type
- A transparent process
Questions Worth Asking
- How would you describe your design approach?
- Do you provide mood boards or detailed proposals?
- How do you handle substitutions?
- What does delivery and setup look like?
- Do you offer teardown or next-day pickup?
A full guide is available here.
Delivery, Setup, and What to Expect
Montreal weddings often come with logistical challenges such as narrow streets, staircases, limited loading zones, and strict venue access windows. A professional florist handles these details so everything arrives on time and in perfect condition.
What Happens Behind the Scenes
- Initial quote
- Revisions and refinement
- Agreement signing
- Scheduling all pre-wedding phases, such as when to order flowers, when to receive them, and when to design
- Team meeting to coordinate roles, timing, and design direction
- Ordering flowers and supplies
- Processing and conditioning flowers
- Design and arrangement creation
- Packing and loading
- Delivery and installation
- Optional teardown or pickup
When to Book a Wedding Florist in Montreal
Booking timelines vary depending on availability and the scope of your wedding. While seasonality matters, the overall scale of your floral vision is equally important.
Recommended Booking Windows
As a general guideline, planning at least six months in advance is recommended. Highly popular dates or in-season celebrations may require booking eight to twelve months ahead. Smaller weddings or intimate elopements can often be accommodated within three months, provided your florist has availability. For weddings with extensive floral design, booking eight or more months ahead is ideal regardless of the season.
Wedding Flower FAQs
These are the questions couples ask most often. Each is summarized here and explored more deeply in our cluster pages.
How much do wedding flowers cost in Montreal?
Wedding flower costs vary based on scale, style, season, and service. An intimate celebration with a few key pieces will be very different from a full floral transformation of your venue.
What wedding flowers do I actually need?
Most couples begin with a bridal bouquet, a boutonnière or equivalent, and a ceremony focal piece. From there, you can layer in personal flowers and reception florals based on your priorities and budget. You can explore this in more detail here.
What is a reasonable wedding flower budget?
A reasonable budget depends on your guest count, venue type, and how immersive you want the florals to feel. Some couples focus their budget on the ceremony and head table, while others prefer to prioritize guest tables and atmosphere.
Why are wedding flowers so expensive?
Wedding flowers include both product and service. You are investing in consultations, design, ordering, processing, coordination, and on-site production, not just the flowers themselves.
When should I book my florist?
Once you have booked your venue and set your date, it is a good time to contact florists. For popular dates and larger-scale designs, eight to twelve months is ideal. For smaller celebrations, three to six months may be sufficient, depending on availability.
Can I repurpose ceremony flowers for the reception?
In many cases, yes. Arches, arrangements, or meadows can often be moved from ceremony to reception if the timeline and logistics allow. Your florist can plan this with you so pieces are designed to move well.
Which flowers are in season in October?
October often features dahlias, chrysanthemums, garden roses, autumn foliage, and textural seedpods and grasses. This season is perfect for warm, layered, and earthy designs.
How much does a bridal bouquet cost?
Bridal bouquet pricing depends on size, ingredients, and style. A compact bouquet in standard blooms will sit differently in the budget than a large, textural bouquet with specialty flowers.
Should I choose local or imported flowers?
Your florist knows best, and will choose accordingly; taking careful consideration in choosing for availability and quality. Local flowers connect you to the season and often have superior quality, for a price. While imports can provide stability, range, and specific varieties that may not be grown nearby.
How do I choose a wedding florist?
Look for a florist whose work you love, whose communication feels comfortable, and whose process makes you feel supported. Style alignment and trust are more important than finding the lowest quote. For a full checklist and questions to ask, you can read our florist selection guide here.
About Atropa Belladonna, Wild Elegance Floral Design
At Atropa Belladonna, we believe that less can be deeply meaningful. Luxury is not about filling every corner, it is about focusing on the elements that truly move you. We design with emotional impact in mind, choosing the flowers and moments that transform your space, tell your story, and stay with people long after the day is done.
Our style is relaxed, playful, and sprinkled with a little fairy magic. You will see this in textured bouquets, captivating colours, and arrangements that feel alive rather than rigid. Wedding planning can be overwhelming, so our role is to make the floral side feel calmer, clearer, and a little more joyful.
We work with the best of what each season brings. Staying open to specific blooms allows us to create flowers that are not only beautiful but also grounded in the moment you are getting married. My team and I are here to make your wedding flowers easy to book, exciting to design, and absolutely memorable when they appear in your space.
We will guide you through the process, offer expert suggestions, and highlight what will actually make an impact for your venue and guest experience. Together, we will enchant your guests and weave an atmosphere that feels unmistakably like you.
Your wedding is a one-day-only experience. Flowers are one of the best tools you have to make it feel alive, personal, and unforgettable. We design with the season, the venue, and your energy in mind, and bring it all to life across Greater Montreal, from design to delivery, setup, and teardown.
Ready to Begin?
If you are ready to begin planning your wedding flowers, or if you would simply like to explore what is possible for your date and venue, the next step is a conversation.
You can explore our wedding portfolio here or reach out to inquire here. From there, we will walk you through the process, refine your vision, and create wedding florals that feel real, beautiful, and unmistakably yours.