One of the big decisions that any betrothed couple must make for their wedding has to do with colors. What color dresses? What color flowers? With the latter there are so many options available and one of the colors of choice is pink. Some consider pink to be one of the softest and most feminine colors in the color spectrum.
** For reference purposes variety is the name of the flower for roses and lilies and it is the color for all other flowers.
Alstroemeria
Alstroemeria also known as Peruvian Lilies, is a small flower that has petals that are dainty. This flower is available year round and is available in light pink, medium/dark pink, and mauve. They retail for about $15 per, 10-stem bunch.
Asters
Asters are a flower that looks a lot like a daisy. It is best to use these as a compliment to other flowers, as is not quite striking enough to the center of attention. They are available year round, are available in pink, and hot pink. This flower retails for about $15 per bunch.
Calla Lilies
Calla Lilies are well known for their unique look. They have a bud that looks like similar to a cup with a very long stem. This is a flower available year round and is available in pink and blush. These range from $25 to $50 per bunch depending on variety.
Carnations
Carnations are a popular and fragrant flower. They are one of the less expensive flowers and are available year round. This flower is available in pink. These sell from $12 to $20 per bunch.
Cattleya Orchids
Cattleya Orchids are a flower used in corsages or larger arrangements. The flower is available year round and is available in pink. Expect to pay from $14 to $20 per bunch.
Daisy Poms
Daisy Poms are flowers that are on the less expensive side. Use these with other flowers in an arrangement and are available in pink year round. They range in price from $10 to $15 per bunch.
Freesia
Freesia is a flower with a bell-shaped flower. These beautifully scented flowers blend well with other flowers in arrangements. They are available year round and are available in pink. Expect to pay from $12 to $18 per bunch.
Gerbera Daisies
Gerbera Daisies are flower that have thin petals and resemble the standard daisy. They work very well with in floral arrangements. They grow year round and are available in pink with a light pink center or hot pink with a light center (light means that it varies from yellow to white). Reasonable prices range from $18 to 26 per bunch.
Hydrangeas
Hydrangeas are flowers that are among the most popular for wedding bouquets and arrangements. They grow in round, cluster that range in size from 4″ – 8″. It is grown year round and is available in pink. Expect to pay from $28 to $38, per five blooms.
Various Lilies
There are several different types of lilies that are available. They are the Acapulco Lily, Asiatic Lily, and the Merostar Lily. All of these grow year round, are available in pink, and hot pink. These lilies range from $20 to $50 depending on the variety.
Roses
Roses are a flower that most people see as the most romantic and a symbol of love. Roses grow year round and sold by variety. Some of the pink varieties of roses are:
Ambiance (white with rose tip)
Anna (very soft pink)
Attaché (pink)
Blue Curiosa (soft mauve)
Carnival (white with hot pink tip)
Charming Unique (light pink)
Duet (light pink with hot pink tip)
Laguna (pink with red tip)
Long Arifa (soft pink with hot pink tip)
Latin Lady (deep pink with red tip)
Vogue (pink with hot pink going towards the center)
Roses range in price from $35 to $50, per 25-stem bunch, depending on variety.
Tulips
Tulips are a beautiful flower. These flowers normally grow in Holland or in France. They are one of the seasonal flowers. Dutch Tulips are available from January through September and are available in pink and peach. French Tulips are available August through November and are available in pink, hot pink, and peach. Their price is from $15 – $50 depending on variety for a 10-stem bunch.
The Best Pink-Colored Arrangements
Roses, Calla Lilies, Asters, along with a little greenery and Baby’s Breath or Queen Anne’s Lace make a beautiful arrangement. It has suggested that green filler and some small white flower to break up the pink.
Calla Lilies, Alstroemeria, Asters, Hydrangeas, greenery such as Leatherleaf and a bit of white like Monte Casino or Baby’s Breath combines for a wonderful design.
Where to Buy
Residents of California can easily find floral distributing companies locally. For those further away, the internet offers many options. Kendal Floral (http://www.kendalfloral.com) is a fresh cut flower distributor on the west coast that ships across the country. Florabundance (http://www.florabundance.com) is another online flower distributor.
A personal favorite is American Floral Distributors (http://www.americanfloraldistributors.com/home.html). This company has all of their items listed online that are available. It tells you for each item what time of year it is available and what colors are available. They also offer discounts for larger orders and sold by the case, as well. Moreover, you can complete your order online, without having to call them if you do not want to.
Sources:
Flowers
http://www.wikipedia.org
Wholesale Flowers
http://www.americanfloraldistributors.com
