Autumn Wedding Flowers in the UK – Seasonal Blooms & Inspiration
Autumn is a beautiful time to get married in the UK. With rich colours, textured foliage, and cosy seasonal details, it’s perfect for couples who love a romantic, nature-inspired look. If you’re planning an autumn wedding, you’ll have plenty of stunning flowers and foliage to choose from to create something truly unique.
As a Sussex wedding florist, I adore autumn weddings because they allow for creativity with bold palettes, seasonal berries, and a variety of textures that make arrangements feel full of depth and character.
Why Choose Seasonal Autumn Flowers?
Warmth & richness: Autumn flowers naturally come in deep, romantic colours.
Texture: Berries, seed pods, and grasses add a unique seasonal touch.
Cosy feel: Autumn blooms help create that magical, atmospheric wedding vibe.
Popular Autumn Wedding Flowers in the UK
Here are some of the best flowers and foliage for autumn weddings:
Dahlias – Available in bold reds, oranges, pinks, and burgundy.
Chrysanthemums – Versatile flowers in a huge range of autumn shades.
Roses & Garden Roses – Timeless, available year-round.
Amaranthus – Adds trailing drama in burgundy, red, or green.
Rudbeckia – Cheerful daisy-like blooms in warm tones.
Cosmos – Whimsical and available into early autumn.
Lisianthus – Soft and romantic, pairs well with textured autumn foliage.
Scabiosa – Rich tones, plus striking seed pods for texture.
Hydrangeas – Fade beautifully into antique tones as the season shifts.
Echinacea – Unique, daisy-like blooms with bold centres.
Astilbe – Feathery plumes for a soft, romantic touch.
Celosia (Cockscomb) – Velvet-like blooms in fiery autumn colours.
Sedum – Adds texture and dusky pink tones.
Berries & Seed Pods – Hypericum, rose hips, and scabiosa pods add seasonal interest.
Grasses & Foliage – Dried grasses, ruscus, eucalyptus, and autumn leaves for depth.
Autumn Colour Palettes
Autumn weddings are perfect for rich, dramatic colour schemes:
Rustic warmth – burnt orange, copper, and golden yellow.
Romantic jewel tones – deep burgundy, plum, and navy paired with blush.
Earthy neutrals – creams, soft browns, and dried textures.
Ideas for Autumn Wedding Flowers
A bridal bouquet of dahlias, roses, and amaranthus with trailing foliage.
Table centrepieces featuring hydrangeas, berries, and seasonal grasses.
A ceremony arch with autumn leaves, roses, and cascading amaranthus.
Aisle meadows or low arrangements with rudbeckia, sedum, and scabiosa pods.
Cake flowers using small dahlias, lisianthus, and berries.
When Are Autumn Weddings in the UK?
Autumn weddings usually fall between September and November. Here’s what’s in season:
September: Dahlias, hydrangeas, cosmos, rudbeckia.
October: Chrysanthemums, amaranthus, lisianthus, sedum, berries.
November: Roses, scabiosa pods, dried flowers, foliage, and grasses.
Planning Your Autumn Wedding Flowers in Sussex
If you’re planning an autumn wedding, your flowers can truly reflect the season with rich colours, natural textures, and creative designs. Whether your venue is a rustic Sussex barn or an elegant manor house, I’ll help you create floral designs that bring your autumn vision to life.
