As summer unfolds in the Washington, D.C. metro area, nature presents a spectacular array of blooms that bring color, fragrance, and joy to our celebrations. At Ultimate Floral Designs, we specialize in luxury floral design that transforms moments into memories, crafting exquisite arrangements for every occasion. In this guide, we’ll highlight our curated list of the most popular summer flowers and share tips on using them in stunning arrangements for weddings, events, and home décor. Whether you’re planning a summer wedding in VA, designing luxury floral arrangements in DC, or decorating your home for the season, these insights will help you celebrate summer in sophisticated style.
Most Popular Summer Flowers of the Season
Peonies – Lush Romance and Elegance
Beloved for their delicate ruffles and romantic fragrance, peonies add elegance to bridal bouquets and event centerpieces. Perfect in soft pinks, blush, or white, they pair beautifully with garden roses or hydrangeas for a lush, luxurious look.
Sunflowers – Bright Cheer of Midsummer
Sunflowers bring instant warmth and charm to rustic weddings and home arrangements. Their golden faces shine in mason jar centerpieces or large statement pieces.
Dahlias – Bold Color and Texture
Available in many colors and forms, dahlias add dramatic flair to both modern and garden-style arrangements. Use them as focal flowers in bouquets or combine with roses for vibrant color stories.
Hydrangeas – Voluminous Summer Blooms
With their full heads and soft color palette, hydrangeas are perfect for elegant wedding arches, low centerpieces, or voluminous home vases.
Roses – Timeless Beauty in Season
Garden roses are especially beautiful in summer. Whether you're using ivory, peach, or bold coral, their layered petals and subtle fragrance elevate every design.
Designing Summer Wedding & Event Arrangements
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Go lush: Use garden-style arrangements full of mixed blooms and greenery.
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Color palettes: Choose either dreamy pastels (blush, lavender, buttercream) or bold mixes (hot pink, coral, orange).
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Add texture: Use trailing greenery or dried elements like pampas grass for visual interest.
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Floral installations: Think arches, hanging florals, or flower walls for photo-worthy impact.
Bringing Summer Flowers into Your Home Décor
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Table centerpieces: Use dahlias, peonies, or roses in low vases for elegance.
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Accent pieces: Add sunflowers or spray roses to bedside tables or entryways.
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Creative displays: Try a bud vase collection or floating gardenias in a bowl.
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Fragrant touches: Lavender, gardenias, or lilies add scent and beauty.
Serving Northern VA, DC & Maryland
Ultimate Floral Designs proudly offers delivery throughout:
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Northern Virginia: Great Falls, McLean, Arlington, Vienna, Falls Church, Fairfax
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Washington, DC
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Maryland Suburbs: Potomac, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and surrounding areas
Whether you're planning a wedding, hosting a summer event, or refreshing your home, we're here to deliver luxury blooms with elegance and care.
Ready to design your dream summer floral arrangement?
Contact Ultimate Floral Designs or call us today to schedule your consultation. Let summer bloom beautifully with us!
