The Best Romantic Wedding Florists in California Hot Springs, CA

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50 Wedding Florists in California Hot Springs, CA

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Rustic Roots Floral 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA

We love celebrating love! We feel like flowers and decor set the tone for the event, Let us transform your venue to fit your personality and love story. We are available for travel and offer romantic elopement packages for destination events.

“I am so grateful that we found Rustic Roots Floral for our wedding! Jalisca more than delivered! I could not get over how beautiful the bouquets, floral crown, and boutonnieres were! It's like she read my mind. I loved Jalisca's description that she used as inspiration: "Forest in a sunbeam." And that's exactly how it looked and felt to me. I wasn't sure what to expect with the floral crown, but when it arrived... it was breathtaking. Jalisca is so skilled and passionate about what she does. I would highly recommend!”
Avelina, 6 years ago
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The Faux Bouquets 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA

Believe it or not, we often have people ask if our pictures throughout our website are showing a mix of fresh and faux and…no they aren’t! Although fresh florals are pretty, we are totally in love with poser-blooms all the way here and that’s what we design 100% of our orders with.

Awarded Best of Zola
“The Faux Bouquets was a wonderful florist to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, their communication was prompt, clear, and friendly. They walked us through the process seamlessly and the quality of their work was excellent. The bouquets, boutonnières, garlands with clip on flowers, and centerpieces had an authentic, natural look despite being faux flowers. Pricing is transparent and affordable, making it an easy decision to choose Faux Bouquets. The bright spring colors in the Garden Vibrance collection were beautiful, annd a perfect fit for our late May wedding. The order arrived with ample lead time prior to the wedding day. Additionally, the packaging was excellent, and their return shipment process is very simple and easy to follow. We highly recommend The Faux Bouquets to any couple planning their wedding.”
Beatrice P., a year ago
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Wood & Word Blooms, sola wood floral designs (faux not fresh) 
Rating: 5.0 (40 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA
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🌹 WE ARE NOT FRESH FLOWER FLORISTS. WE WORK WITH WOOD & FAUX FLOWERS. PLEASE ACKNOWLEDGE THIS IN YOUR REPLY. 🌹 Wood & Word Blooms is run by a Jen Angle, former teacher of 20+ years and specializes in using hand-painted wood flowers along with a faux, dried and preserved florals (nothing fresh here) to bring your wedding vision to life not just for that one glorious day but forever. Besides designing for you, I also offer DIY Wood Flower Experiences to create your wedding florals alongside me in person or virtually and 1:1 sessions to help DIY brides learn to do it themselves.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Jen was absolutely amazing! Everything is customized to what flowers and colors you want. Jen is very go with the flow, but also can also make suggestions based on her experience. She was great when I needed to either add or subtract things as we got closer to the wedding. Overall she is fantastic to work with and the end products are phenomenal. I loved everything we got!”
Erin Z., 2 years ago
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Sonora House Events | Formerly Hutson Floral Design 
Rating: 4.9 (33 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA
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We’re Abe and Chuck, the husband-and-husband team behind Sonora House Events. We’re an intentionally small wedding planning and floral design studio creating thoughtful, elevated celebrations throughout Colorado, Scottsdale, and beyond. We take on a limited number of weddings each year so our couples work directly with us and receive a truly personal experience from the first conversation through the wedding day. Our approach is warm, collaborative, and detail-driven, with every celebration designed to feel beautiful, intentional, and completely personal to our couples.

Awarded Best of Zola
“From the moment we first reached out to Hutson Floral Design, we were blown away by their excellent, friendly, and warm communication. Chuck and Abe were incredibly quick to respond to all of our questions and provided us with specific details about their process and services. On the day of our wedding, the floral arrangements they created were simply incredible - the beauty and quality of their work exceeded our wildest expectations. Our guests were in awe and we received so many compliments on the flowers. They understood our vision perfectly and executed it better than we could have ever imagined. I cannot recommend working with Chuck and Abe enough!”
Reevah A., a year ago
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Bloom Culture: Do-it-yourself Wedding Flowers 
Rating: 4.9 (14 reviews)
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA

Bloom Culture helps couples DIY their wedding flowers with confidence — even if you’ve never arranged flowers before. We ship wholesale flowers to your door and provide a full plan that shows you what to order, how much you need, and how to put everything together. You’ll know exactly how many stems go into each bouquet, centerpiece, boutonniere — and how to assemble them step-by-step. Choose one of our DIY flower kits or get a custom plan based on your colors, style, and budget.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Bloom Culture: Do-it-Yourself Wedding Flowers was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very first inquiry, their communication was prompt, kind, and professional. They answered all of my specific questions with personal responses, making the DIY flower process so easy and stress-free. The quality of their work was consistent, thorough, and truly showed how much they cared about making our day special. We saved so much money going the DIY route with Bloom Culture, and it allowed us to create so many wonderful memories putting the arrangements together with our wedding party. I highly recommend Bloom Culture to any couples looking for a reliable, affordable, and caring florist for their wedding. I wanted to do my own flowers to honor my grandmother who was a florist. She passed a few months before the wedding and I just know she would have absolutely loved it and we got to honor her in this way.”
Madden H., 2 years ago
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Mintfloralstudio 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA
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Mint Floral Studio is a luxury wedding florist and event design studio serving Tampa Bay and Florida’s Gulf Coast. Our process begins with a personalized consultation, crafting a tailored wedding concept. From intimate waterfront ceremonies to large luxury celebrations, every detail is designed for a cohesive experience. We source premium blooms from trusted farms worldwide. Each proposal is fully customized, and couples can refine floral selections and décor up to 30 days before their wedding. We would be honored to bring your vision to life with a personalized, luxury experience.

“We booked Mint Floral Studio after they were referred to us by our wedding planner. Liz and her team are amazing at creating beautiful floral pieces. We wanted bright, vibrant florals for our wedding. From our first meeting she completely understood our vision and everything she mocked up for us was perfect. She will send you a PDF with all of the looks and prices so everything is very clear. She also has I’ll create a real bouquet so you know exactly what your flowers will look like. They went above and beyond for our special day and I am so happy we went with them! We also lost the petals we brought for our floral girls and her team stepped in and provided them with petals. Everything was so stunning and came out even better than the mockup and trial. Our florals were complimented so much, they played a huge part in making our wedding so beautiful. You will not regret booking with them!!”
Kati J., a year ago
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Bupp Woodworks & Designs - Flower Preservation 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA
  • Offer

***Pricing, options, and the process can be found on our website.*** Welcome to our award-winning flower preservation company, the nation's leading expert in heirloom keepsakes- meticulously handcrafted in small batches. We offer professional flower preservation services so you can cherish your wedding bouquet flowers forever! Accepting fresh, dried, and artificial bouquets from across the USA. All couples welcome. Let us turn your special flowers into a cherished piece of art. Limited availability, book your spot today!

“5 stars across the board for Bupp Woodworks and Designs. From us initially reaching out to the official delivery of our flower preservation items, Tina, Trevor and their team were so great every step of the way. They clearly communicated expectations, timelines, and progress which was greatly appreciated as we eagerly anticipated our items. Everything turned out beautifully and we can't wait to share these pieces with our family. Thank you for preserving our flowers in such a beautiful way!”
Meghan, 5 months ago
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Pick A Bloom-Preserved & Dried Florist-Shipped Nationwide 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA

Pick a Bloom was founded on love and laughter in small-town Surry, Virginia by us, a mother daughter duo, who wanted to see our vision of fresh flower alternatives bloom to life. We work primarily with 100% REAL preserved and dried flowers and foliage.

Awarded Best of Zola
“We are so happy with the way out flowers turned out for our wedding day. Paula and Samatha were such a joy to work with! We sent them our color pallet and ideas, which they were able to replicate and make it our own unique array of flowers. They provided great service with sending samples of their dried/preserved flowers and also a flower swap that we had to do. Would recommend for you occasion!”
Tayler S., 2 years ago
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Anthology On Main | Literary Flowers Handcrafted From Book Pages 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA

Anthology On Main specializes in wedding flowers handcrafted from real book pages. I create each bloom from your favorite novels in the flowers and colors you love, with no seasonal limitations. Based in Kansas and shipping nationwide, I design meaningful florals that remain beautiful for decades.

Awarded Best of Zola
“From our first conversation with Katie at Anthology On Main, we knew we had found our florist. She responded quickly to all our questions and nailed exactly what we wanted—a bouquet with colors and flowers that matched our vision, plus the special touch of incorporating book pages that meant something to us. Katie was easy to work with throughout the whole process and kept us updated with accurate timelines so we never had to worry. Our flowers will look stunning on the big day and will hold up for years to come. If you're a book lover looking for a florist who gets it, Katie is your person. We would recommend her a thousand times over.”
Shonna R., 9 days ago
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Miracle Bay Studios (a Sola Wood Florist) 
Rating: 4.9 (8 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Starts at $65
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA
  • Offer

Miracle Bay Studios is a father–daughter floral studio creating custom, hand-painted sola-wood florals that stay beautiful for months. What started with Kayla’s own wedding has grown into a full-service design studio offering bouquets, décor, and tailored color palettes that never wilt in heat or humidity. We’re here to make your wedding florals stunning, stress-free, and perfectly you — with pieces you can enjoy long after the day has passed. Estimated pricing is based on a variety of factors and needs, all quotes are considered custom and we are happy to create a floral plan that fits your budget.

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Moon Florist 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA

Moon Florist is a boutique floral and design studio dedicated to weddings and love stories. 🌙 With a focus on timeless elegance and personal details, we create floral arrangements and custom backdrops that transform your celebration into an unforgettable experience. Your vision, our blooms; together, pure magic.

Awarded Best of Zola
“I cannot say enough good things about Moon Florist!! They made our bridal party’s bouquets and boutonnieres, and every single one looked amazing. Their prices were very reasonable too. Maryem was so sweet and fantastic to work with - we sent her a reference photo for the bouquets, and she was able to recreate the exact same ones and then also matching boutonniere versions. She coordinated delivery the day of the wedding, and even was able to make a couple last minute changes to the groom’s boutonniere after we found out his suit would be a different color. Truthfully I had never really thought about preserving my bouquet after the wedding, but I loved mine so much that I ended up pressing the flowers myself so that I could keep them. I would highly recommend Moon Florist to anyone looking for a wedding florist!!”
Anna F., a year ago
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Zombie Flowers 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA

After the global zombie apocalypse, in the early winter of '24, I heeded the call, picked up my shovel and shotgun and headed out to the fields. Protecting this wide world from the pestilence that is the zombie flower is no small feat, but I've learned to survive. I've made it my mission to hunt these jokers down, wrangle them together, and to serve to you dead off the proverbial platter. In these post-apocalyptic times, the zombie flowers make for excellent mantle trophies, but some have said they make awesome wedding bouquets. Whatever your cup of tea, these zombie flowers are one of a kind prepared just for you.

Awarded Best of Zola
“I only had bouquet and my now husband had a lapel crawler. The dried flower arrangement from Zombie Flowers was stunning. It looked incredible in photos and is still just as beautiful now. Knowing it will last forever makes it such a meaningful keepsake.”
Neeyaz H., 9 months ago
Expressions Floral 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA
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At Expressions Floral, we believe flowers are more than décor — they are part of your story. Every wedding we design is rooted in care, creativity, and a deep respect for the trust our clients place in us during one of life’s most meaningful moments.

“Expressions Floral is an absolute pleasure to work with for weddings here at the winery. They are always communicative and professional throughout the entire planning process. The quality of their work is truly luxury - the floral arrangements they create are gorgeous and long-lasting, perfectly bringing every wedding vision to life. Their flowers always complement the venue and decor, and all guests rave about the beautiful displays. I would highly recommend Expressions Floral to any couple looking for a top-notch florist for their special day.”
Brianna Amaro, 2 years ago
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Flowers by Bethany 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA
  • Offer

Flowers by Bethany has experience and quality you can trust. We create a custom design to bring your vision to life. Having over 15 years of experience in weddings, events and floral design you can have peace of mind knowing you are working with a florist you can trust with your special day.

“Flowers by Bethany was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, Bethany was incredibly attentive, thoughtful, and thorough in understanding our vision and bringing it to life. Her communication was excellent, and she worked tirelessly to ensure everything was ready and set up on time for our special day. The quality of her work was truly top-notch - the flower arrangements and bouquets were elegant, creative, and set the perfect atmosphere for our event. I'm so happy we chose Flowers by Bethany, and I would highly recommend them to any couple looking for a talented, dedicated florist who will exceed your expectations.”
Jessica C., 2 years ago
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Pine and Petal Weddings - WOOD FLOWERS 
Rating: 4.7 (3 reviews)
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA

WOOD FLOWERS that last a lifetime. At Pine & Petal Weddings, we believe flowers should endure as long as the memories they celebrate. Our handcrafted sola wood bouquets and décor go beyond fleeting blooms—capturing your story in pieces that last for years. From walking down the aisle to gifting a friend or gathering around the table, our wooden flowers are keepsakes that bring joy, comfort, and timeless beauty to life’s most meaningful moments.

“I worked with Pine and Petal Weddings for their wood flower options and found the team to be helpful throughout the planning process. They took time to understand the wedding colors and created designs that matched what we were going for. The quality of their work was solid and delivered exactly what we discussed. Ultimately, we decided to go with real flowers for our big day, but that was just our personal preference it was a texture thing for me. If wood flowers are what you're looking for, I’d definitely recommend reaching out to them—they know their stuff and made the process easy.”
Sarah M., a month ago
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Unveiled Floral 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA

Cece Cardona is the owner & creative designer of Unveiled floral. She comes from a line of entrepreneurs & creatives who instilled in her a love for design, innovation, embracing new challenges and connecting with others. After dedicating six years to the finance industry, Cece found herself continually seeking ways to express her creativity. In 2020 she was able to make light out of dark times by finding a love for floral design. She took the opportunity to embark on a new journey, founding “Sweet Stems by Cece” through the endless support of those closest to her.

“Cecilia was an absolute pleasure to work with. She played a significant role in making our special day a success, accommodating a tight setup schedule and graciously staying beyond her contracted time to ensure everything ran smoothly. Her dedication truly went above and beyond our expectations. Cecilia is the perfect blend of professionalism and warmth—poised and polished, yet incredibly genuine and kind. She treated not only us, the bride and groom, with care, but extended that same warmth to everyone she interacted with. Watching her and her team work seamlessly alongside our photographer and coordinator gave me such peace of mind. I would absolutely work with her again for future events and wholeheartedly encourage any future brides to book her services. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about the floral arrangements. Flowers are such an essential part of any wedding, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have found someone as talented as Cecilia to bring our vision to life.”
Melissa M., a year ago
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Blume & Vine 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA

Blume & Vine is a boutique floral studio creating artful, flower-forward weddings and events. We blend seasonal blooms, thoughtful color and modern garden-inspired design to make every celebration unique.

“I cannot say enough amazing things about Blume Floral Design! Nicole truly has a gift—every arrangement I’ve received has been absolutely stunning and so thoughtfully put together. You can tell she puts her heart into every detail. I used Blume for a small dinner party and ended up getting compliments all night long. It felt so elevated and unique, not like anything you’d get from a grocery store or big chain. Highly recommend for any event or just to treat yourself!”
Jessica R., a year ago
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Casa Flora 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA
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At Casa Flora Studio, we believe your dream wedding should be both breathtaking and achievable. That’s why we begin every partnership by designing a completely custom floral proposal tailored to your specific vision and budget. Our full-service floral and event design then transforms that vision into a living, breathing reality. We are your creative partners, dedicated to crafting immersive environments where every petal and element tells your unique story. To make the process seamless, we offer flexible payment plans designed for your comfort and clarity.

“Jay-ar and Juan are the BEST!!!! It was a very seamless transaction, every detail was on point and they’re earlier than the call time! 100% will recommend Casa Flora!”
Thea, a year ago
Erica Gravel Design 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA

With 8 years and counting of experience in the wedding industry and 5 years specializing in floral design, I bring a seasoned eye for detail and refined artistry to every celebration. My signature style blends luxury with an organic touch, creating floral experiences that feel timeless and unforgettable.

“Flowers were one of the most important parts of my daughter’s 2024 wedding, and I cannot express how thankful we are that we chose Erica Gravel Design. From the very first conversation, Erica listened with such care and truly understood how significant the flowers were to us. Her knowledge of the floral world put us at ease throughout the entire process and was quick to explain things about flowers and seasonality that we didnt understand (like peonies!) and offer ideas of substitutes which is so valuable, she felt like a guide hrough the whole process and we were so happy to have someone who was an expert in our corner. On the wedding day, when I walked into the space and saw the flowers, I was overwhelmed, She has an incredible design eye, and it showed in the way she transformed the venue into something magical and unforgettable. We received endless compliments from our guests, many of whom said the florals were the most beautiful they had ever seen at a wedding. My daughter was moved to tears when she saw her bouquet. It was everything she had dreamed of and more. The flowers truly set the tone for the entire day. Erica not only delivered gorgeous florals, but she also made the entire process enjoyable and stress free. Her professionalism, creativity, and dedication are unmatched. We will always remember the role she played in making my daughter’s wedding day as beautiful and meaningful as it was. I cannot recommend her highly enough and would not hesitate to book her again for any event.”
Susan N., a year ago
Rent-a-Centerpiece 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Starts at $850
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA

For those who dare to be different, we are excited to introduce an alternative to "all flower" centerpieces. Our innovative and creative designs are sure to impress those with the most exquisite taste. Conceived by creativity, nurtured by quality and raised by passion, our ideas transform an ordinary event into extraordinary. At Rent a Centerpiece, we treat your event as if it is our own.

“Anya and her team have been extremely amazing to work with. They have such a creative and unique product that they are always willing to customize and go out of their way to ensure client satisfaction. Their centerpieces always arrive in perfect condition and handled with so much care. I have worked with them many times, and will continue to do so!”
Events Boutique LA, 4 years ago
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Flowers by Heather 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA for additional fees

After serving the Bay Area for years, I've moved to Lincoln and looking forward to serving our new community. A little about me: Always lived in the country raising cattle and horses. Grew up learning from mother about all things florals. Worked in vet med for years while also doing wedding flowers with my mother. Now that my husband and I have moved to Lincoln I decided to start my floral business full time.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Heather is truly amazing! Our florals were absolutely stunning. We didn't have much of a vision of what we wanted besides the colors and she helped giude us through the process and made it easy! We couldn’t have been happier with how it all turned out!”
Ashlynn G., 6 months ago
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Florals For You (Sarah) 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA for additional fees

Florals For You was created by a husband and wife duo who are wedding and event floral designers based in the central valley of California. We love telling modern-romantic love stories through florals and believe that planning your wedding florals should be lighthearted and fun!

Awarded Best of Zola
“Sarah at Florals For You was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding! From our very first interaction, Sarah was attentive, friendly, and incredibly informative, walking us through all of our options to fit our desired look and budget. The final floral arrangements she created were absolutely beautiful and affordable - truly bringing our vision to life in a way that was perfect for our special day. Sarah also helped me with several thoughtful recommendations that weren't on our original list and made all the difference in the look and feel of our wedding, and she even went above and beyond by putting flowers on my cake for me. We couldn't have been happier with the service and quality of work from Florals For You, and would highly recommend Sarah to any couple planning their wedding.”
Angelina C., 2 years ago
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Karyssa Miller Floral Expressions 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA for additional fees

Karyssa Miller’s Floral Expressions is my artistic floral design studio based in Santa Clara, CA, serving the greater San Francisco Bay Area. Since 2016, I have been helping couples bring their dream wedding to life through custom floral designs that feel personal and intentional. I believe every arrangement should reflect your unique style and story, making your celebration truly unforgettable. Drawing on my background in art and textiles, I create compositions rich in texture, movement, and beauty.

Awarded Best of Zola
“We couldn't be happier with our wedding florals! The combination of lush greenery and classic white roses created an effortlessly timeless and romantic look. My bouquet was absolutely stunning - so much so that I'm having it professionally preserved to enjoy for years to come. Karyssa went above and beyond, including creating the cutest floral collars for our two fur babies using only non-toxic, pet-safe flowers and greenery. Everything was delivered and set up perfectly and we received so many compliments. If you're looking for elegant, refined florals and a florist who genuinely cares about your vision, budget, and pets, Karyssa is an excellent choice!”
Nicole F., a year ago
Tipsy Designs WOOD FLOWERS! 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Starts at $850
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA for additional fees

EDIT to bring more awareness, PLEASE email inquiries or go through my website. I have to pay to reply on ZOLA and they raised the price again. I am so sorry but please email or inquire on my website. PRICING is linked through my website under my logo photo I discovered wood flowers when I was planning my wedding in 2020. From that point I fell in love and Tipsy Designs blossomed! Since then, we have done several weddings, even was hired by the football hall of fame in Canton Ohio in August 2023.

Awarded Best of Zola
“I cannot recommend Ronna enough for your wedding! My flowers were stunning and my guests were blown away by the fact that they were wood. I love that I can keep them forever without having the worry of preservation.”
Jaime U., 3 months ago
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Moonglow Floral 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves California Hot Springs, CA for additional fees

Moonglow Floral is a boutique floral design studio that creates extraordinary floral experiences for discerning clients hosting events on the Central Coast of California. We strive to create a concierge experience for busy clients through a streamlined planning process, clear communication, and creative guidance. Moonglow Floral strives to be a safe and inclusive business for BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ clients as well as a safe vendor for all ages, bodies, and abilities. Moonglow Floral is happy to collaborate with clients to incorporate cultural or religious traditions into their floral designs. Inclusivity is an ongoing intention.

“I highly recommend Tessa at Moonglow! My flowers were truly so beautiful and not only matched my vision but far exceeded my expectations. I seriously couldn’t have asked for more beautiful bouquets and centerpieces. She really nailed it! People were commenting throughout the whole wedding about how beautiful they were! I can’t stop looking at photos! Tessa is such a pleasure to work with, professional, responsive and a true delight. Highly recommend!”
Genevieve R., 2 years ago