What Blooms Are in Season for My Wedding Day? | July Edition

When planning a wedding, the date often comes first—followed closely by the flowers. At Rutland Florals, one of the most common questions we hear from couples is: “What blooms will be in season on our wedding day?”

It’s a great question—because when you choose flowers that are naturally in bloom during your wedding month, you’re not only selecting stems at their best, but also often saving on cost, reducing your environmental impact, and embracing the full beauty of your season.

July is a glorious month for weddings in the UK. It sits at the heart of summer, with long days, warm evenings, and gardens positively bursting with colour and life. If you’re tying the knot in July, you’ve chosen a time when seasonal flowers are at their absolute peak. Think generous textures, perfumed petals, and lush, abundant arrangements.

The Joy of July Blooms

Whether you’re dreaming of a soft, romantic palette or something wild and vibrant, July’s seasonal flowers offer plenty of options. At Rutland Florals, we love to create garden-inspired designs using flowers that feel natural, flowing, and full of movement—so this is one of our favourite months to work with.

Here are some of the standout flowers in season for UK weddings in July:

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1. Garden Roses

These are the showstoppers of summer. Garden roses are nothing like the tight, stiff varieties you find in supermarkets. With ruffled petals, rich fragrance, and an old-world elegance, they bring a softness and luxury to bridal bouquets and centrepieces alike. Expect shades of blush, cream, peach, apricot, and antique pink to be in abundance.

We particularly love English-grown varieties from local growers, which have a far superior scent and a more romantic, natural appearance.

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2. Dahlias

From bold and sculptural to soft and delicate, dahlias are a July bride’s best friend. These flowers come in every shade imaginable—from creamy whites to moody plums—and their diverse shapes mean they can be tailored to suit both modern and whimsical floral designs.

Dahlias tend to take centre stage in July arrangements. They’re perfect for brides looking for drama, colour, and individuality.

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3. Sweet Peas

Delicate, sweetly-scented, and oh-so-English. Sweet peas offer a lovely way to introduce texture and fragrance into your floral arrangements. Their soft, fluttery petals and tendrils add a romantic, whimsical touch—ideal for bouquets or bud vases on your reception tables.

They come in lovely pastel shades—blush pinks, creamy whites, soft lavenders—and work beautifully in soft, feminine colour palettes.

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4. Cosmos

Light, airy, and effortlessly pretty, cosmos are a summer staple. They’re a lovely way to add movement and informality to your wedding flowers. We love weaving cosmos through meadowy aisle arrangements or loose, garden-style bouquets. They are available in whites, blush pinks, and deeper tones like raspberry or chocolate.

If you love a just-picked, laidback look, cosmos are a must-have for your July wedding flowers.

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5. Larkspur & Delphinium

These tall, elegant spires add height and structure to larger installations and ceremony designs. Delphiniums (the showier cousin) often feature in dreamy pastel blue palettes, while larkspur offers a wilder, more delicate version in similar tones. Either way, they’re ideal for creating that wild English garden feel.

If you’re dreaming of a floral arch or dramatic urns, these two bring a vertical element that draws the eye and creates real impact.

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6. Cornflowers & Scabious

For a more relaxed, countryside-inspired aesthetic, cornflowers and scabious are perfect. Their natural shapes and textures work wonderfully in arrangements that feel hand-gathered and personal. Cornflowers in particular offer a rare pop of true blue, while scabious brings soft mauves, creams, and pinks to your palette.

These flowers are ideal for rustic or barn weddings, or simply for couples who love that “grown, not flown” look.

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7. Snapdragons (Antirrhinums)

These vertical, playful flowers are great for adding character and volume to larger arrangements. Available in a wide spectrum of colours, they blend beautifully with other seasonal blooms and add that loose, flowing texture we love.

They also work beautifully when paired with trailing foliage and climbing elements like jasmine or clematis.

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Why Seasonal Matters

At Rutland Florals, we champion seasonal flowers because they’re fresher, more sustainable, and allow us to design arrangements that truly celebrate your wedding’s time and place. Using British-grown blooms when possible means supporting local growers, reducing flower miles, and embracing the unique beauty of what’s blooming now.

In July, the options are almost endless—but we’ll guide you through what’s looking its best as your date approaches. Every arrangement we design is completely bespoke, created around your preferences, venue, and seasonal availability.

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Tips for July Brides

• Embrace fragrance. July offers many scented flowers—roses, sweet peas, and herbs like mint or lavender. These bring an extra layer of experience to your day.

• Don’t fear colour. Summer lends itself beautifully to brighter, bolder palettes. Coral, peach, raspberry, and soft yellow are all stunning in July.

• Be flexible. Weather, temperature, and availability can still affect flowers—even in peak season. Trust your florist to select the best on the day.

• Consider installations. The abundance of blooms means now is the time for big impact: hanging flowers, meadow-style aisle runners, or floral arches.

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Planning Your July Wedding Flowers

We know that planning flowers can feel overwhelming—especially when you want them to be perfect. That’s why we take the time to get to know you, your vision, and your priorities. Our garden-style designs are perfect for couples who want flowers that feel like them: natural, seasonal, and effortlessly elegant.

If you’re getting married in July and dreaming of flowers that are full of life and personality, we’d love to chat. Let’s create something beautiful together.

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Ready to plan your seasonal wedding flowers?

Enquire now via our website or follow us on Instagram @rutlandflorals for more behind-the-scenes glimpses of what’s in bloom.