What Flower Goes With Lilies for a Wedding?

Lilies work well with all types of flowers for weddings.

If you are getting married, selecting your flowers is a big decision, since there are many varieties to choose from. Lilies are a very popular flower to put in combination with other types of flowers for bridal or bridesmaids bouquets.

History

Flowers, in general, have been incorporated into wedding ceremonies since the ancient Greeks. Wreaths were created out of plants and flowers for the bride to wear. The scent of the flowers was intended to ward off evil spirits to ensure health and prosperity of the newlyweds. Lilies are commonly used in weddings because they symbolize purity.

Types of Lilies

There are many types of lilies including Asiatic, Martagons, Trumpets and Aurelians. There are also American and Oriental hybrid breeds. Once you have considered which type you want, you will want to select the color. Most types of lilies are available in almost every popular wedding color, including pink, white, red and violet.

Considerations

Once you have determined the color lily you would like, you can start thinking about the other flowers in your bouquet. Roses and carnations are commonly paired with lilies for wedding bouquets. Irises are also put into bouquets with lilies. Roses, carnations and irises are often available in all the coordinating colors of lilies. Other flowers that nicely pair with lilies are Gerber daisies and daffodils.

Warnings

Many flowers are seasonal, so the price for certain varieties can be very expensive depending on the time of year you are getting married. Always take that factor into consideration when formulating your flower budget.

References

• The Flower Expert: Lilies
• Lilies: Types of Lilies
• Flower Bulbs: The History of the Calla Lily