Blooming in the Heat: Your Guide to Summer Wedding Flowers in Melbourne
Melbourne summers (December–February) can be warm, bright, and full of life—just like your wedding flowers should be. While some blooms wilt in the heat, others thrive, making summer the perfect time to embrace bold colours, tropical textures, and long-lasting beauty.
Here are five summer flowers that look stunning, stay fresh, and make a statement.
1.
Roses
Availability: Year-round
Best for: Classic, romantic weddings
A perennial wedding favourite, roses are incredibly versatile and surprisingly heat-resistant. Whether you want soft garden roses or tighter hybrid tea varieties, they hold their shape well in the heat and come in almost every colour imaginable.
💡 Florist tip: Choose open, garden-style roses for a modern twist.
2.
Dahlias
Availability: Late summer
Best for: Boho, rustic, or colourful weddings
Dahlias are bold, structured, and perfect for brides who love a statement bouquet. With their full shape and dramatic colours (deep burgundy, peach, orange, fuchsia), they’re a top pick for late summer weddings in Melbourne.
💡 Florist tip: Use a few large dahlias as focal points and layer with smaller supporting blooms.
3.
Lisianthus
Availability: Summer to autumn
Best for: Soft, romantic weddings
Lisianthus are delicate-looking but surprisingly durable. They have a rose-like appearance with ruffled petals and work beautifully in bouquets and buttonholes. They’re available in whites, soft pinks, purples, and creams.
💡 Florist tip: Great for bridesmaids’ posies or minimalist, garden-style bouquets.
4.
Zinnias
Availability: Late spring through summer
Best for: Vibrant, colourful weddings
Zinnias add joy and playfulness to any arrangement. Their bold colours and cheerful shape make them perfect for a warm, festive celebration.
💡 Florist tip: Pair with wildflowers or natives for a casual, summer garden feel.
5.
Orchids
Availability: Year-round (best in summer)
Best for: Luxe, modern weddings
Tropical, sculptural, and totally heat-proof—orchids are made for summer weddings. Whether you love classic white phalaenopsis or vibrant cymbidiums, they exude luxury.
💡 Florist tip: Use them in cascading bouquets or as statement pieces in modern table arrangements.
Florist’s Tip: Keep it hydrated
Even heat-tolerant flowers benefit from hydration stations. Your florist can set up vases for bouquets between photos and the reception.
