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Seasonal Guides
What is in season, month by month and flower by flower.
What is in season, month by month and flower by flower.
- Anemone Season: November–April — When Anemones Bloom
- Chrysanthemum by Season — the underrated cut flower
- Dahlia Season: July–October — When Dahlias Bloom & How to Buy
- Flowers in Season by Month: the Complete Florist's Calendar
- Hydrangeas by Season — sourcing and care
- Orchids by Season — luxury flower supply and design
- Peony Season: May–June — When Peonies Bloom & How to Buy Them
- Ranunculus Season: When Ranunculus Bloom & When to Buy
- Roses by Season — availability year-round, quality by month
- Tulip Season: When Tulips Are Available, Month by Month
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Flowers in Season by Month: the Complete Florist's Calendar
What's in season right now: tulips and anemones Jan–Feb, ranunculus Mar–Apr, peonies May–Jun, dahlias Sep–Oct — every month mapped, with sourcing tips and prices.
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Peony Season: May–June — When Peonies Bloom & How to Buy Them
Peonies peak May–June (Oct–Nov in the Southern Hemisphere) and are available year-round via Chile, New Zealand and Alaska at 3–4× the price. Varieties, costs, substitutes — by working florists.
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Anemone Season: November–April — When Anemones Bloom
Anemones peak November through April in the Northern Hemisphere. Premium varieties (Mistral, Panda), vase life, care and wedding design — by working florists.
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Ranunculus Season: When Ranunculus Bloom & When to Buy
Ranunculus peak February–May in the Northern Hemisphere (August–November Southern). Best wedding varieties (Cloni, Butterfly), handling and vase life — a working florists' guide.
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Hydrangeas by Season — sourcing and care
When hydrangeas are at peak, antique varieties for editorial work, and how to keep them fresh.
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Tulip Season: When Tulips Are Available, Month by Month
Cut tulips are available year-round via Dutch greenhouse production; the natural peak is March–May. When each type is available, what it costs, and how to buy — by working florists.
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Dahlia Season: July–October — When Dahlias Bloom & How to Buy
Dahlias peak July–October in the Northern Hemisphere. The varieties worth chasing (Cafe au Lait, Karma Choc), transport handling and vase life — by working florists.
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Roses by Season — availability year-round, quality by month
How rose availability and quality vary through the year. Peak seasons for each variety, when to buy, and imported vs local supply.
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Orchids by Season — luxury flower supply and design
When orchids are at peak, phalaenopsis vs cymbidium, and premium orchid uses in high-end wedding and event design.
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Chrysanthemum by Season — the underrated cut flower
When chrysanthemums peak, why they're the best value-per-day flower, and how modern varieties have rehabilitated the reputation.