Your Ultimate Guide to the Best Types of Wedding Flowers

Peruse this glossary of popular and up-and-coming blooms before you pick yours.

Assortment of fresh flower stems lined up

Photography: Jamie Chung, Styling: Sarah Smart, Art Direction: Sarah Evans

Updated Mar 18, 2025

It's easy to spend hours upon hours scrolling through beautiful images of bouquets, arrangements and arches to get familiar with what strikes you floral-wise. And while inspo images are great, it pays to familiarize yourself with prominent types of wedding flowers to be able to put a name to the bloom. The best wedding flowers will always be subjective, as they're those that are most meaningful to you and that suit the climate of your wedding locale. But the classics are classics for a reason, and knowing what's what will help you identify a favorite flower or two before you find a florist on The Knot Vendor Marketplace. (You can filter these results by everything from arrangement type to price, by the way.) To help you decide what your favorite wedding flowers are, we've gathered a list of the most popular wedding flowers and greenery, plus the wedding flower types that should be on your radar. Ultimately, the florist you hire for your wedding will be able to take the inspiration you share and help you settle on ideal flower varieties that will make your dreams a reality.

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"There are a lot of factors that influence the exact recipes of any given bouquet or event, which differ based on your week in history and location especially," says Robyn Hunter of Songbird Floristry in Portland, Oregon. "Talk to your florist about where they're sourcing their flowers from. Consider prioritizing local and trust your florist to bring your vision to life using seasonally available, locally grown blooms. The quality, fragrance and uniqueness will be the absolute best." And if you're feeling lost in terms of wedding flower cost, consult The Knot Budget Advisor to learn about the price of wedding flowers in your area and what portion of your wedding budget you should allot for blooms.

In this story: Most Popular Wedding Flowers | Additional Types of Wedding Flowers | Popular Wedding Greenery and Foliage

Most Popular Wedding Flowers

These are the all-time most popular wedding flowers, according to The Knot research. Any of these wedding flower ideas would look beautiful, whether you're searching for types of flowers for wedding bouquets, boutonnieres or reception centerpieces. There's a reason these pretty wedding flowers are the most commonly used varieties—they're all absolutely stunning. Here are the wedding flower names you need to know:

1. Rose

A beautiful and romantic peach-toned rose

What's the most popular flower used in weddings? A romantic rose of course. Roses are beautiful, fragrant and versatile, which contributes to their status. From their use in many different types of wedding bouquets to dramatic ceremony arches, there's room for roses in just about every part of a wedding.

"A rose is a timelessly beautiful bloom with different shapes and qualities: standard, spray and the super-romantic garden shapes," says Hunter. "They're available in a really wide variety of colors and are fairly robust, even on warmer event days." The flower comes in myriad hues including orange, pink, purple, red, white and yellow.

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2. Ranunculus

Ranunculus is one of the most beloved types of wedding flowers because of how lush the botanical's petal structure is. "I feel like I can stare at ranunculus blooms and lose track of time," says Hunter. "They're romantic, quintessentially spring-y and have a sheen to the petals that really makes their colors unique. The color options range from white and soft pastels to highly saturated hot colors, and they perform well in no-water applications like boutonnieres and corsages."

A standard ranunculus is seen here, but butterfly ranunculus, which has a more open petal structure, is another popular variety. Beyond coming in a few different shape varieties, ranunculus comes in a range of colors including burgundy, peach, pink, red, white and yellow.

Admire Ranunculus Bouquets

3. Peony

If you want a voluminous, lush flower with cloud-like petals, then the peony is your ideal type of wedding flower. Although the flower can be pricey and hard to procure because it has a limited growing season, it isn't hard to see why so many couples believe it is one of the best wedding flowers.

"Peony is just the quintessential bridal flower. It's large and fragrant," says Hunter. An especially popular variety of peonies is the coral charm peony, identifiable by the bloom's yellow center. Peonies will work well in most of your wedding bouquet ideas, but we also love to see them used in low reception centerpieces.

Pretty Peony Bouquets

4. Hydrangea

Hydrangea is another popular wedding flower if you want something full and pillowy. White hydrangeas are often used as flowers for bridal bouquets, but the botanical comes in blue, pink, purple and green as well, which look stunning in flower installations, like arches and flower wall backdrops. Additionally, they're associated with New England coastal summers, so preppy couples, take note.

Hot Hydrangea Bouquets

5. Dahlia

It's not hard to see why dahlias are a popular wedding flower. Their lush petal structure is stunning and the amazing wedding flower type comes in a variety of colors and species to fit any couple and any wedding style. Cactus and pompon dahlias are two especially popular types of wedding flowers.

"Dahlia is my absolute favorite flower," says Hunter. "They come in a very wide range of colors, from subtle pastels to mixed color petals that seem iridescent or layered, and really richly saturated deep colors as well. There are many plant breeding enthusiasts who specialize in dahlia growing, so there are constantly more special colors and shapes of blooms becoming available. They also do not ship well, which makes them all the more special to harvest and design with as a locally grown flower."

Dahlia Bouquets That Slay

6. Calla Lily

Known for their trumpet-like shape, calla lilies are an iconic option for minimalist couples. They work especially well in bouquets for to-be-weds who want a long-stemmed option. And they come in an array of colors from maroon to pink, white and yellow.

7. Gardenia

A gardenia boutonniere on the lapel of a neutral-toned suit

Gardenias are a great choice for personal arrangements, like boutonnieres and corsages, because they smell divine. But if you have guests or loved ones who are sensitive to smell, these flowers should be used sparingly.

Gardenia Bouquets, This Way

8. Orchid

Gorgeous tangerine-colored orchid flowers

There are many varieties of orchids, all of which are beautiful and could be considered as flowers for wedding bouquets and arrangements. Dendrobium orchids are one of the most popular varieties of this eye-catching bloom. If your color palette includes purple, white or yellow, then consider orchids as wedding flowers.

Just Really Nice Orchid Bouquets

9. Protea

Protea are a fun and dramatic wedding flower that has gained popularity over the last few years. A king protea is seen here, but pincushion proteas are another popular variety of wedding flowers. Protea is a good type of wedding flower if you have a bold color palette filled with shades of orange, pink or red.

Punchy Protea Bouquets

10. Lilac

Similar in appearance to hydrangeas, lilac is a great option for purple-loving couples. Lilac is a great type of wedding flower because it adds height and structure to wedding flower arrangements. Additionally, lilac is a fragrant wedding flower and a nice option if you want to scentscape the wedding day.

Lovely Lilac Bouquets

11. Lily of the Valley

A petite lily of the valley bouquet tied with a white ribbon

Also known as andromeda, this petite bloom is the preferred choice of British royals. While not technically a member of the lily family, lily of the valley is a popular wedding flower type nonetheless. In addition to being a good flower for wedding bouquets, the small blooms look great in boutonnieres as well.

12. Anemone

Anemones are delicate flowers that come in a variety of colorways and are easily identifiable by their black centers. Many to-be-weds chose anemones as wedding flowers because of this dramatic and eye-catching center, which look great at modern weddings. You're probably most familiar with white anemones that have a black center, but anemones also come in berry, purple and red.

Eye-Catching Anemone Bouquets

13. Tulip

"Tulips are wonderful because they come in a wide variety of colors," says Hunter. "They also are available in some really stunning double or peony-shape blooms for specialty work. We also sometimes will reflex their petals for a unique, ethereal effect."

Spring couples, tulips are a popular wedding flower you should consider. If you want to get creative, fringe tulips, which feature fringed edges as their name suggests, are a fun and unique variety of the iconic bloom. Tulips are versatile and come in the following colors: black, blue, orange, pink, purple, red, white and yellow.

Tantilizing Tulip Bouquets

14. Baby's Breath

A wedding flower girl with a baby's breath flower crown

Baby's breath was long used as simply a filler, but in recent years, more and more florists have taken to using the fluffy white flower to create dramatic installations. Although the popular wedding flower is naturally white, many floral designers will spray paint the botanical to use it with a unique color palette.

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Beautiful Baby's Breath Bouquets

15. Carnation

Carnations are affordable wedding flowers that are hearty enough to be used in a variety of ways. Similar in appearance to marigolds, carnations are often included in Indian wedding decorations.

Hunter mentions that she loves carnations for their versatility: "They grow in a zillion different colors, including some really special antique-y tones that work really well for the subtle creamy or muddy tones that are so popular in wedding work. They're also super resilient to heat, so they still look great even on the most sweltering days."

Cutie Carnation Bouquets

16. Sweet Pea

Sweet pea is an incredibly popular wedding bouquet flower, but because it's fragile, it needs to be treated with care. If you're considering this flower for your wedding bouquet, talk with your florist about how you can include it and ensure the arrangement is durable.

"Sweet pea is intoxicatingly fragrant, delicate and romantic, and evokes a bit of grandma's garden in the best possible way," says Hunter.

17. Anthurium

Man holding a bouquet of Anthurium flowers

Want a unique and bold type of wedding flower? Anthurium is just the botanical you should consider. This popular wedding flower has a distinct look consisting of a waxy heart-shaped petal and prominent stamen. The flower is great for tropical and beach weddings.

"It's shiny, large and unique," says Hunter of the tropical bloom. "It signals luxury anywhere that it's included."

18. Amaranthus

If you've always dreamed about a cascading wedding bouquet or arrangement, then consider this popular wedding flower that's definitely trending. Amaranthus is made up of dense clusters of flowers on weeping vine-like stems that drape and waterfall gracefully.

"We're seeing a ton of it on Pinterest boards for this coming season and we're here for it," says Hunter. "It's textural, the green is a beautiful icy-olivey color and the rose and burgundy tones are gorgeous. It just adds drama to anything you put it in."

19. Marigold

Yellow and orange marigold flowers are popular at Indian weddings. The flowers are affordable and durable, making them a good choice for garlands and installations.

Hunter says: "Marigold seems to have been on a steady rise over the last couple of seasons. It works well in lush farm-to-vase style designs as well as mono-bloom work. They're also classically used in flower strings, which we love. They're robust and heat tolerant, and available in the most vibrant orange and yellows as well as softer, more romantic ivory."

20. Daisy

Even if you aren't a flower aficionado, you likely know what a daisy looks like. Daisies are not only a popular type of wedding flowers, but they're commonly used in everyday arrangements as well because they're affordable and beautiful, which is a winning combo. (P.S. Renting your wedding flowers is another interesting, affordable option to explore.)

Darling Daisy Bouquets

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Additional Types of Wedding Flowers

While the flowers above are the most popular wedding flowers of all time, they aren't the only great flowers for weddings couples can consider. We're taking a look at even more trendy and popular wedding flower types. Keep these types of wedding flowers in mind while you're planning.

Alstroemeria

Also commonly called the Peruvian lily or lily of the Incas, alstroemeria is a popular wedding flower that's identifiable by the speckle marks on its petals. The most popular shades of alstroemeria, which is native to South America, are purple and red.

Amaryllis

Amaryllis is a great flower for couples planning a Christmas wedding, if you're concerned with wedding flowers by season. The popular wedding flower type grows from a bulb and is native to the Western Cape region of South Africa. White, red and orange are popular colors for this wedding flower.

Astilbe

Astilbe is a great filler flower. While it's similar in color to amaranthus, its shape is the complete opposite of amaranthus. Astilbe, also referred to as false goat's beard and false spirea, has a strong stem with bright plume-like flowers.

Astrantia

Astrantia, also known as masterworts, is a pincushion-like flower. It closely resembles scabiosa, and comes in a variety of shades ranging from white and blush to dark pink.

Birds of Paradise

Stunning tropical bouquet with bright orange bird or paradise flowers for a summer wedding

Why does this popular wedding flower bear an avian moniker? Because it almost looks like a bird with its beak-like structure. If you're planning a modern tropical wedding and looking for good wedding flowers that are also a little edgy, this is the bloom for you.

Black-Eyed Susan

If you're a to-be-wed dreaming of a wildflower wedding bouquet, then consider adding a query to your list of questions to ask potential florists to include this bloom in your selection. Scientifically known as rudbeckia hirta, black-eyed Susan is a flower native to North America and recognizable by its vibrant yellow leaves and black center (which resembles an eye).

Bougainvillea

One of the most common wedding flowers on the West Coast, bougainvillea is a hot pink flowering vine that's native to South America. We love seeing couples use the popular wedding flower in bouquets as well as in larger installations, like aisle arrangements and ceremony arches.

Camellia

Camellia almost looks like a cross between a rose and a gardenia. The flower, which comes in both pink and white, is actually related to the tea plant. Camellias are nice wedding flowers for boutonnieres and corsages.

Celosia (Cockscomb)

A petite flower arrangement with celosia in a clay vase

Similar to astilbe, celosia is known for its vibrant and perky flowering stems. It's part of the amaranth family, and closely related to amaranthus. Celosia, or cockscomb, comes in red, pink, orange and yellow.

Cherry Blossom

Wondering about the best wedding flowers for a pink spring wedding? Consider including flowering branches of cherry blossom on your wedding flower checklist. Cherry blossoms are an amazing option for inclusion in tall wedding reception centerpieces.

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Chamomile

Chamomile is a petite wildflower that we love for boho and rustic weddings. If you're a minimalist to-be-wed in search of a less-is-most flower, then this popular wedding flower with white petals and a yellow center is for you.

Chrysanthemum

Chrysanthemums are similar to dahlias with their abundance of petals. But chrysanthemums differ in that they're easier to procure and more affordable than dahlias. Pink, yellow and orange are popular shades for this type of wedding flower.

Clematis

Clematis is fairly fragile when it comes to kinds of flowers for a wedding, so it's best used in stationary arrangements, like centerpieces. The popular wedding flower is identifiable by its single layer of pointed purple petals.

Cornflower

Yet another great wildflower wedding bouquet bloom, cornflower is a bright blue flowering plant native to Europe. Not many flowers come in blue, so cornflower is a good wedding flower option if you're looking to infuse blue into your color palette and decor.

Cosmo

Cosmos look like pink daisies. The flowering plant, which is related to sunflowers, is one of the nicest types of flowers for a wedding. This is especially so if you're planning a casual wedding and want rustic, simple flowers.

Craspedia (Billy Ball)

Bright and sunny, pompoms of Craspedia (Billie Ball) flowers

Want to see one of the most out-of-the-box and different kinds of wedding flowers? Craspedia is a unique orb-shaped yellow flower also known as billy ball. The popular wedding flower adds personality, dimension and intrigue to any design it's included in.

Daffodil

Like tulips, daffodils are one of the best flowers for weddings for spring couples. With their vertical petals and trumpet-like center, this popular wedding flower is hard to miss.

Delphinium (Larkspur)

A pink delphinium flower arrangement as a wedding ceremony aisle decoration

Delphinium, or larkspur, is a good wedding flower to use in aisle arrangements because it has strong, tall stems that add structure to any arrangement. The most common color for delphinium is blue, but it can also be procured in pink, white and purple. Despite being a popular wedding flower, delphinium is poisonous to humans and animals so it should be avoided if you have lots of your children or dogs attending.

Dogwood

One of the most classic types of flowers for weddings in the South, dogwood blossoms are readily recognizable by their green centers and four white petals with notches at the edges. Because dogwood blooms grow on branches, this popular wedding flower works well in installations.

Flannel Flower

Flannel flower is a simple white wedding flower with slender petals. It's native to Australia and works well in wildflower-inspired designs.

Forsythia

If you're in need of a bright yellow wedding flower, go with forsythia. Forsythia is a flowering bush with long branches covered in yellow blooms.

Foxglove

Foxglove is a wedding flower that grows on tall stalks and has clusters of trumpet- or bell-like blooms. Foxglove comes in white, pink and purple.

Freesia

A springtime-perfect white fresia bouquet

Although Miranda Priestly famously hated on freesia in the movie The Devil Wears Prada, this flower is actually one of the more famous wedding flowers. Freesia blooms grow in a unique curved manner along the plant's stalk.

Goldenrod

Goldenrod is a great filler flower to add texture and color to a wedding bouquet. This wedding flower's scientific name is solidago and it can often be found growing wild in meadows.

Hellebore

Hellebore is a great winter wedding flower if you want something moodier, rather than typical pink or red wedding flowers. Hellebore comes in black, green and purple. It looks great in corsages and boutonnieres.

Hyacinth

Similar in appearance to lilac, hyacinth is a small plant with bulbous clusters of colorful blooms. Hyacinth comes in blush, pink and purple. Surprisingly, hyacinth is closely related to asparagus.

Jasmine

We love seeing couples include jasmine in their wedding plans because the popular wedding flower is marked by a beautiful, subtle scent. Many couples use jasmine buds to toss during the ceremony recessional, as they're soft enough not to cause any harm but fragrant enough to enhance the scene.

Iris

Iris look similar to orchids and have a very unique petal shape. If you're wondering: "What are the best wedding flowers for purple lovers?" consider iris.

Lavender

Like jasmine, lavender is fragrant and a great option to use for a grand-exit petal toss. Since lavender buds are so small, consider scooping lavender into cones for guests to easily hold beforehand.

Lily

Lilies are a popular wedding bouquet flower because they come in many varieties and colors, so there's almost surely an option that will match your aesthetic. Stargazer and tiger lilies are two especially popular types of this wedding flower.

Lisianthus

Lisianthus is a great flower for bridal bouquets. Lisianthus is easily mistaken for roses, but it's a different flower altogether. Because of its rose-like appearance, it's often paired with rose flowers for wedding bouquets.

Muscari

Muscari is like a miniature version of lilac. Muscari is a petite blue flower made up of a small vertical cluster of bell-shaped blooms.

Narcissus Paperwhite

Related to daffodils, narcissus paperwhites are kinds of wedding flowers that are smaller and, you guessed it, white in color. If you like the shape of daffodils but don't want yellow flowers, then this popular wedding flower is a solid alternative.

Nasturtium

Unlike delphinium which is poisonous, nasturtium is one of the few popular wedding flowers you can eat. Because of this, nasturtium is often used to decorate wedding cakes.

Passionflower

Passionflower looks like it belongs in a sci-fi movie. Passionflower blooms have purple petals, squiggly purple needle-like tendrils and point green middles. Few popular wedding flowers are as unique as passionflower in appearance.

Plumeria

Plumeria is often seen at tropical weddings. The wedding flower, also known as frangipani, is especially popular for leis at Hawaiian weddings.

Poinsettia

Like amaryllis, poinsettia is a great flower for Christmas weddings. Poinsettias are poisonous to animals so the plant should be avoided if you're including a dog on the big day. Poinsettias are commonly red, but they also come in white and pink.

Poppy

A wedding flower arrangement with orange Icelandic poppies

Although they're beautiful, poppies are fragile so you should work with your professional wedding florist to discuss the best way to include them in the wedding. Icelandic poppies are especially popular with weddings because of their dainty parchment-like petals that come in colors ranging from orange to pink, white and yellow.

Pansy

Like nasturtiums, pansies are an edible wedding flower, making them a great wedding cake flower option. Pansies are identifiable by the face-like appearance of their petals.

Queen Anne's Lace

Sometimes mistaken for baby's breath, Queen Anne's lace is a fluffy white filler flower. The popular wedding flower, which is technically an invasive weed, gets its name because it resembles delicate lace.

Scabiosa

Sometimes called pincushions, scabiosa is a wedding flower that's gained popularity in recent years. The versatile flower comes in shades ranging from light purple to dark burgundy, making it a solid option for couples with dark, moody color palettes.

Snapdragon

Snapdragons can sometimes be confused with foxgloves because of the verticality of the plant. However, foxglove blooms are bell-shaped, while snapdragon blooms have a more ruffled appearance. Snapdragon wedding flowers are available in pink, orange and yellow.

Stephanotis

Stephanotis is a very small bloom that is sometimes called Madagascar jasmine, but it's not actually related to common jasmine (which is part of the olive family). Because of its miniature nature, stephanotis works great in boutonnieres.

Stock

Stock flowers closely resemble snapdragons and work well to add volume to wedding flower arrangements. White stock is most commonly used in weddings, but stock also comes in pink and purple.

Sunflower

Looking for the best wedding flower for a rustic wedding? Enter: sunflowers. Sunflowers are a popular wedding flower because they're very sturdy and can withstand the wear and tear of a long, hot wedding day.

Thistle

Although thistle is technically a weed, it has a unique and eye-catching appearance that makes it a popular type of wedding flower. To-be-weds often include it as a wedding bouquet flower to add some texture and personality to a bouquet.

Tweedia

Tweedia is a petite blue wedding flower. The blue wedding flower is native to South America and often included in wildflower wedding bouquets.

Veronica

Veronica closely resembles celosia with its finger-like flowering spikes. The plant is also known as speedwells and comes in a few colorways, but purple is the most popular for weddings.

Viburnum

Viburnum closely resembles hydrangea and is often used alongside hydrangea in wedding arrangements. The way to tell the difference between the two flowering plants is to look closely at the petals. Hydrangea plants have flat petals while viburnum petals are slightly more textured.

Wax Flower

As the name suggests, a wax flower is a waxy wedding flower. The flower is petite, pink and durable. Because of its durability, it's incredibly versatile in wedding flower arrangements.

Yarrow

Yarrow almost looks like the yellow cousin of Queen Anne's lace. It is a sturdy flower with a flat bloom structure.

Zinnia

If you like marigolds and camellias, then you'll surely also like zinnias. Zinnias are a petal-rich flower that comes in a variety of bright hues ranging from pink and red to orange and yellow.

Popular Wedding Greenery and Foliage

Now that you have a thorough understanding of the best flowers for weddings, let's look at popular wedding greenery. Though, you can also go for a monofloral look. The common varieties below are some of the most popular wedding greenery options used by couples.

Air Plant

Air plants paradoxically don't need dirt to thrive in the way that most popular wedding greenery varieties do. This greenery works best in centerpieces as opposed to wedding bouquets.

Bunny's Tail

Bunny's tail is one of the few wedding foliage options that isn't green in color. This grass is identifiable by its fluffy white ends that look like rabbit tails.

Cactus

If you're planning a wedding in a hot, arid climate, like the American Southwest, then consider including cactus in your lineup of greenery for your wedding. There are many varieties of cactus to think about—you could even get creative and decorate with prickly pear cactus and also serve prickly pear cactus margaritas as a signature cocktail.

Dusty Miller

Dusty miller is a popular greenery for weddings. This popular wedding greenery is also known as silver ragwort and is made of soft leaves with textured edges.

Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus is the most popular greenery for wedding bouquets. There are many varieties of the popular wedding greenery to consider, such as silver dollar eucalyptus, seeded eucalyptus, willow eucalyptus and true blue eucalyptus. "Its muted blue-green tones and resilient leaves are beautiful, especially in a rustic romantic context," says Hunter.

Fern

Ferns are a great green foliage wedding option for rustic or woodland nuptials. Because of the greenery's large, feather-like leaves, it works well as a filler, especially if you're planning on a greenery-only foliage wedding bouquet.

Fresh Herbs

Fresh herbs are an unexpected addition to your typical slate of wedding foliage ideas. "We really love incorporating fresh herbs into our designs, like mint, oregano, sage and rosemary," says Hunter. "Their generally mild fragrance is pleasant, and they bring texture and a seasonal centering that we really like."

Hops

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Hypericum

Hypericum berries are a unique way to add texture to a flower arrangement. We often see to-be-weds include these hardy berries in boutonnieres as some winter wedding greenery.

Ivy

If you're planning an English garden-inspired wedding then ivy may be the perfect wedding greenery option for you. Ask your florist to drape ivy vines around banisters and ceiling beams to make your venue feel like a secret garden.

Lamb's Ear

Lamb's ear is similar in appearance to dusty miller, but has rounded edges instead of textured ones. As the name suggests, the leaves of this wedding foliage are soft like a lamb.

Lunaria

Lunaria is a unique plant whose dried seed pod branches are commonly included as wedding foliage in arrangements. The round seed pods have a translucent parchment-like appearance when dried that gives an ethereal feel to any arrangement that includes them.

Magnolia

Magnolia leaves are hardy and large—two great qualifications for wedding garlands and installations. Magnolia leaf wreaths and garlands are especially popular with weddings in the South.

Monstera Leaves

You're probably familiar with these Swiss cheese-like leaves, even if you didn't know they were known as monstera leaves. Monstera leaves are large tropical leaves that are popular at beach weddings.

Olive Leaves

Olive leaves are a nice option for romantic vineyard weddings because of their soft, muted green appearance. They act as a greenery filler without being visually overbearing.

Palm Leaves

Dried palm leaves are especially popular with boho weddings these days. Dried greenery is a good option if you want something that will last a long time.

Pampas Grass

Pampas grass had a moment in the spotlight and it's not hard to see why so many couples loved this wedding foliage. The grass adds soft texture to any design and is durable since it is used dried, as opposed to fresh.

Rosemary

Most wedding greenery options aren't fragrant, but if you want something to scent your big day then consider rosemary. We see many couples place a sprig of rosemary at guest place settings' the savory smell complements dinner smells while fragrant flowers would compete with entrée scents.

Ruscus

Ruscus is similar to smilax and is often used as a greenery filler in arrangements. Ruscus is beloved as wedding greenery because it is simple and reliable.

Smilax

Smilax is one of the most popular wedding greenery varieties you've likely never heard of. When florists need a durable, generic greenery to serve as the base for a large-scale design they often use smilax.

Succulent

Succulents are a mainstay in DIY and rustic weddings because they're durable and affordable. Even if you don't use succulents in your main arrangements, many couples choose to give succulents to guests as favors.

Additional reporting by Cathryn Haight.