The Best Wedding Florists in Grand Saline, TX

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58 Wedding Florists in Grand Saline, TX

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The Well Watered Garden 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX

The Well Watered Garden is a floral design studio rooted in creativity, beauty, and intention. Inspired by the verse Isaiah 58:11, we believe flowers have the power to speak joy, love, and celebration into every moment. Whether it’s a wedding, shower, holiday gathering, or corporate event, we create lush, garden-style arrangements that feel personal and meaningful. From our vintage mobile flower cart to custom bouquet bars and floral styling, every detail is thoughtfully designed to reflect your story. Based in Texas, we bring a touch of rustic elegance and natural charm to each event we’re part of.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jenna with The Well Watered Garden did an amazing job. She is detail-focused, creative, and reasonably priced. She worked nonstop during the heat of the day to make sure my vision came to life. Her thorough communication during every step of the process gave me confidence that everything would turn out exactly how I pictured for my wedding day. She loves what she does and I would 100% recommend her for all of your floral needs!
Katie S., a year ago
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Botanical Floristry 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Starts at $20,000
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX

Botanical Floristry is a wedding and event floral studio known for romantic, garden-inspired designs with a modern editorial feel. What sets us apart is the way we treat florals as storytelling pieces rather than decorations. Every bouquet, installation, and centerpiece is crafted to capture emotion, highlight your personality, and photograph beautifully from every angle. We’re not just arranging flowers—we’re creating unforgettable moments that feel as magical in person as they look in your wedding album.

Awarded Best of Zola
As a venue owner, I’m always excited when I see their name on our vendor list because I know the florals are going to be nothing short of stunning. Their signature style—whimsical, artistic designs for bold romantics—adds such a magical touch to our space. Every installation feels thoughtfully crafted and uniquely tailored to the couple. Their florals bring an elevated, romantic energy that transforms each event in the most enchanting way. Beyond their incredible creativity, their team is professional, dependable, and a joy to collaborate with. Our couples rave about their work, and it’s easy to see why. If you want florals that feel artful, expressive, and unforgettable, you truly can’t go wrong with Botanical Floristry.
Briar Rose V., 6 months ago
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Something Borrowed Blooms 
Rating: 4.9 (98 reviews)
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX

Something Borrowed Blooms is the premier rent-and-return floral and décor company in the U.S., offering beautifully curated premium silk floral collections. Couples who choose to rent typically save up to 70% compared to the cost of traditional fresh flowers. Our collections include everything you need for your wedding day, from bridal and bridesmaid bouquets to boutonnieres, garlands, centerpieces, aisle markers, cake flowers, swags, flower combs and crowns, wedding décor, and more. Each design is thoughtfully curated to create a cohesive, elevated look from ceremony to reception.

Awarded Best of Zola
Absolute rock stars!! Being able to rent flowers and have them look like real flowers just blows my mind! Even our photographers pointed out how lifelike they were. It was also such an easy experience both receiving and returning them. I would rent them over again and again!
Jennifer D., 9 months ago
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Flower Moxie – Do-It-Yourself Wedding Flowers 
Rating: 4.9 (80 reviews)
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX

In 2013, 8-year wedding veteran Amy McCord Jones realizes she wouldn't be able to afford to hire her own floral services if she was a bride. Then, Amy discovers that there is basically zero help available for DIY brides. No flower recipes. No instructions. No access to florist-grade blooms. Rude. So she launches Flower Moxie! Flower Moxie remains a humble, tucked-away small business out of Oklahoma City. We don’t zoom around on scooters in some fancy high-rise. We stock an average kitchen with canned wine and Aldi chips and listen to true crime podcasts while photographing curvy ranunculus. Join us. There’s cake, hugs, and acceptance here.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were on a strict budget for our wedding. I knew that florals would be the best way to save on some of the huge wedding costs. I found out about Flower Moxie from googling where I would get wholesale flowers. I was immediately hooked once I saw the flower options, tutorials, and worksheets to help plan out my special day. I am very big on organization, and this website had resources for every step of the way. I found the perfect combination of flowers for my boho wedding. I ordered the flowers about 2 months before our big day. It was a destination wedding, so I was checking into our airbnb on the day the flowers were arriving. I had them scheduled to be delivered at the Fedex holding center near by. I thought the company only used Fedex shipping based on my research. I went into full panic mode when I saw the flowers had been shipped by UPS. I immediately called UPS and Fedex, and to be honest I was stunned at the behavior on the other side of the phone. The flowers were still in transit, and no one would help me with rerouting. I called Flower Moxie to see if they could change things on their side as they were the sender. Luis answered the phone and it felt like I finally had someone looking out for me. I had already spent 4 hours on the phone with the shipping companies and gotten nowhere. Luis said he was on it and not to worry. I ordered enough flowers for 18 centerpieces, 70 bud vases, 8 bouquets, and 1 flower arch. Needless to say, it was quite the ordeal to reroute everything. Over the next 48 hours, Luis kept in constant contact with me about the progress of the shipment. I know I was on the phone for at least 6 hours with this ordeal, and I wouldn't be surprised if he had spent about 15 hours talking to UPS, Fedex, florists, and customs to get me my flowers. He made me feel calm and taken care of. Everyone was coming to me with questions and concerns the entire wedding week, and I can't express how it felt to have someone have my back, and take an extremely big tasks off my plate. I would absolutely recommend this company for DIY brides. And I hope this review is seen by Flower Moxie to highlight an outstanding employee with excellent customer service. In an age when it takes time and multiple attempts in order to talk to a person on the phone, I am so appreciative of the effort that was given by Luis for my wedding day. He made me feel like it was an important event for him too. Thank you Luis for making my wedding dreams come true! My sister also mentioned you in her MOH wedding speech. We were all impressed :)
Lisa T., 2 years ago
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The Faux Bouquets 
Rating: 5.0 (42 reviews)
  • Starts at $175
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX

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
We had the most incredible experience with the Faux Bouquets! From start to finish, Brittany was responsive, caring and efficient! We rented the ‘Moody Romance’ suite and I purchased an add on of a custom bridal bouquet and boutonnière! I had done thorough research on purchasing real flowers and while price was our driving factor, I loved the element of saving on waste with renting and the option to purchase a keepsake! Brittany spent time talking to me so many times about questions I had and was incredibly patient! With the custom bouquet, I was able to upload inspiration photos and she NAILED it! The shipping process was so seamless as well. Brittany provided the tracking numbers and thorough instructions on receiving and then returning the flowers. I pride myself on getting ALL the flowers returned in record time (Brittany said) ;) All of our guests couldn’t believe the flowers were fake and everyone was raving about them! Do yourself a favor and go with The Fuax Bouquets!
Erin D., a year ago
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Wood & Word Blooms, sola wood floral designs (faux not fresh) 
Rating: 5.0 (37 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX
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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
Working with Jen for our October 2025 wedding was AMAZING!! From the moment we sent in an online inquiry, Jen was attentive, responsive, thoughtful, and incredibly detail oriented. She got us set up with a project planning doc immediately, and she was SO patient with us even when we were annoyingly indecisive about our vision lol. She met with us via Zoom to answer all of our questions when we were struggling to finish the document (and she is just as thorough and helpful via Zoom as she is via email). Once we placed our final order, Jen was communicative and thorough about the process of what happened next in terms of pickup, payment, etc. When we picked up our flowers, we were ASTOUNDED by how beautiful they were. I mean, we knew they would be beautiful, but truly, WOW. Aside from bouquets & boutonnieres, we also got garlands to use as centerpieces for our guests’ farmhouse tables, as well as small wooden circle magnets with a flower on top (we wood burned the j c into them ourselves) to use as favors. And they all looked incredible. An employee at our venue said that our decor was “the best she’s ever seen this place look,” and a large part of our decor was these flowers. I cannot recommend Jen and Wood and Word Blooms ENOUGH!!! PS bouquet photo is from today (1/5/26)!! The longevity is insane!
Jamie W / C., 4 months ago
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Poppin Peonies Collective, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (19 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX
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Poppin’ Peonies Collective creates design-forward wedding florals for couples who want the planning process to feel clear, supported, and thoughtfully guided. We work with couples who value artistry but don’t want to manage every detail — couples who want to feel confident in their decisions without second-guessing how everything will come together. Many of our clients come to us feeling overwhelmed by inspiration overload, unsure how to translate ideas into something cohesive, or worried that what they see in planning won’t match what they experience on the wedding day. Our role is to remove that uncertainty.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Bre was an amazing experience! From the very beginning, she understood my vision and matched my excited energy. Per usual, I decided to tweak a few things and Bre was ready to help make sure our wedding flowers exceeded expectations. On the day of our wedding, she did an absolutely amazing job and provided the “wild garden” vibes I had been searching for. More importantly, when surprises arose (like the grooms boutonnière wilting from the intense heat), she handled it like a boss and had a replacement ready to go in minutes. I could actually go on and on about how much I loved working with Bre!! I couldn’t recommend her enough. If you want vendors who feel like your friends, you’ll find that in her!
Savannah, 10 months ago
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Avenue Design Studio 
Rating: 4.9 (15 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX
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Avenue Design Studio is a travel wedding and special event florist, based in the Florida Panhandle and cover the entire East Coast! We have brought beautiful arrangements to our brides since 2015 and are looking forward to continued success in helping our couples make beautiful memories.

Awarded Best of Zola
Avenue Design Studio was a dream to work with for our wedding flowers. They were always back to us within the hour or day at the most, making the planning process seamless. The quality of their work was absolute perfection - even more beautiful than we could have imagined. Our florist Avenue Designs /wedding coordinators Benjamin and Chad made our daughter's dreams come to life. They went above and beyond, making her wedding day truly perfect. We highly recommend Avenue Design Studio for your special day - you won't be disappointed!
Tracey W., a year ago
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Woodsy floral 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX

Woodsy Floral started by accident believe it or not. Flowers have always been a part of my husband and I’s marriage. Every Friday or every other Friday my husband, Lonnie would go get fresh stems from the floral shop down the road from our house. With crazy looks he grabbed them. This turned into me making arrangements for our events. When some of our friends saw these floral arrangements, they asked if we could make more for their events. We had one friend that owns a wedding venue, she brought up becoming a vendor for her brides. Well after a little bit of pressuring from Lonnie, we attended her open house as a floral vendor and LOVED IT.

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Lonnie and the Woodsy Floral team were more than we could ever ask for. Easy to work with, able to find an option that fit our budget, and created exactly what I was imagining, even giving me a sneak peak the night before. Highly recommend them!
Michelle, 2 years ago
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Bupp Woodworks & Designs - Flower Preservation 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX

***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!

Absolutely stunning work by Bupp Woodworks and are so happy with everything from our order. Drop off was coordinated seamlessly with a family member post wedding in April and we received our pieces right before Christmas! With our florals we ordered a 7 inch arch, letter M, ring holder, jewelry dish, Christmas ornaments and necklaces. Everything turned out beautifully and we are so happy our wedding florals have been preserved. Communication was seamless and it was so exciting to see sneak peeks throughout the process.
Caitlin, 4 months ago
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Bloom Culture: Do-it-yourself Wedding Flowers 
Rating: 4.9 (12 reviews)
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX

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
The flowers (on our order) came in large boxes, but they were not labeled, so it took a minute to get the flowers both identified and properly set up. To be fair we were warned about the process, but not about the length of time due to our inexperience. As a note, it took my fiancé 5 hours to process the flowers when first receiving them. I also did not have any updates from them from the time I ordered till they were being shipped. They were beyond more affordable compared to other florists, and the flowers arrived alive and in good spirits. We were able to keep the flowers alive for over four days!! Many of the flowers that we chose did not have specific instructions, so we had to follow the general reference for the flowers and hope for the best. Additionally, some of the flowers that we wanted were not in stock, and they were replaced for us with substitutes but were not notified until we had all of the flowers already delivered to us. Also, as a note, bloom culture uses third party sellers for their flowers, so the quality may vary depending on location. Our flowers were in good condition, and the company we had clearly took good care of the flowers prior to delivering them to us. Would we do it again? Probably not, but it made for good laughs and bonding time and we have stories to tell from it!
Hannah H., 7 months ago
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Pick A Bloom-Preserved & Dried Florist-Shipped Nationwide 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX

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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Bent Creek Bouquets 
Rating: 4.9 (7 reviews)
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX

We are a husband and wife duo who share a passion for connecting with people and reflecting the stunning beauty of God's creation. Our mission is to create arrangements that are as unique as the stories and lives we are blessed to be part of. We handcraft each piece with meticulous care and attention to detail, ensuring it’s perfect for your special moments.

Awarded Best of Zola
Bent Creek Bouquets was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding. Their communication was detailed, timely, and descriptive throughout the entire process, which put our minds at ease. The quality of their work was simply lively, perfect, and real - from the vibrant centerpieces to the stunning bouquets and boutonnieres they created for our special day. We were thrilled with how everything turned out, and the flowers looked amazing. Bent Creek Bouquets is also very affordable, making them an excellent value. We highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.
Gladys S., 10 months ago
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Anthology On Main | Literary Flowers Handcrafted From Book Pages 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX

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
Katie was amazing to work with! She helped tailor our flowers to keep within our budget, and they came out AMAZING. I'm so happy I get to keep them as an amazing keepsake. Everyone at the wedding was floored that they were paper and not real. And having quotes from our favorite books to look at all day was just a memorable experience.
Joanna L., 7 months ago
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Lush & Luxury 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX

At Lush & Luxury Events, we believe your wedding day should feel calm, beautiful, and completely you. With over 15 years of hands-on experience, Lush & Luxury Events was created to give couples a supportive, detail-driven planning experience paired with thoughtfully designed florals. We specialize in custom wedding florals, day-of coordination, partial planning, and full planning services, offering tailored packages to fit your needs and budget. Whether you’re looking for lush florals, a coordinator, Month of or full planning support from “yes” to “I do,” we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Let’s Create Something Beautiful

Awarded Best of Zola
Lush & Luxury was the absolute perfect florist for our wedding day! From the moment we met with Amber, we knew we were in good hands. She has such a bubbly, artistic, and positive personality, and she really listened to our vision. The floral design she created was over the top, luxurious, and so trendy - it exceeded our expectations in every way. Amber worked closely with our budget and delivered exceptional work. She took our inspiration photos and elevated them to a whole new level, creating the most magical and memorable floral arrangements. Thank you, Lush & Luxury, for making our special day truly magical!
Christine, a year ago
Swept Away Florals LLC 
Rating: 4.8 (5 reviews)
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX
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Swept away florals is located in Fort Worth Texas. The name comes from our last name being Broom. We wanted to give it a double meaning, being part of us and wanting you to be swept away! Floral arrangements have always been a hobby and realized this was what brings me joy, I decided to share the beauty of flowers to others as well! Feel free to contact us for a consultation

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Swept Away Florals was a breeze. I was the wedding photographer for the wedding they did arrangements for. They did the bouquet for the bride along with the floral arrangements for the wedding. Their professionalism and attention to detail was impeccable. Their floral arrangements were so colorful and well thought of. Would recommend working with them if you are in the DFW area.
Miriam Garcia, 2 years ago
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Frosted Whimsy Floral 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX
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Frosted Whimsy: A Journey in the Wedding Industry With over 12 years in the wedding industry, we have truly blossomed as we transitioned into floristry over the past four years. I take great joy in crafting stunning moments and bringing my clients' visions to life, one bloom at a time. Let us add a touch of whimsy to your special day!

Frosted Whimsy Floral was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding. Tracey, the owner, was incredibly quick to respond to all my questions and was so friendly and flexible throughout the planning process. The floral arrangements she created for our special day were absolutely stunning - you could tell she takes great pride in her work. Tracey worked closely with me to bring my vision to life, answering all my questions and making sure every detail was perfect. I'm so grateful to Frosted Whimsy for contributing to making our wedding day truly magical.
Rachel M., a year ago
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Zombie Flowers 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX

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., 4 months ago
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Eventfully Designed 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX

Eventfully Designed was founded on the central philosophy that no couple and no wedding is made the same. From venue to logistics, each detail deserves the special attention necessary to make it feel like an extension of you. Florals are no different. Often the most anticipated piece of any wedding or event, we strive to ensure that the flowers and greenery you receive from us not only make a lasting impression on your guests, but they help tell your unique story in the process.

Awarded Best of Zola
I still can’t get over the florals for our wedding. Eventfully Designed was incredible to work with. Katelynn really put in extra effort to ensure the overall experience and design matched my vision. I couldn’t be happier!
Michelle L., a year ago
Whimsy Floral 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX

We specialize is Whimsical and Romantic Floral Designs. Flowers have a magical way of bringing joy and beauty into our lives. They convey emotions, tell stories, and create lasting impressions. Each bespoke floral design is crafted with love and passion, ensuring your event is truly unforgettable.

our Friends and Family are still talking about the Florals at our daughter's wedding. My daughter hit it off with Carol from the very first meeting we had with her. Carol took the time to listen to my daughter and it was AMAZING what the final outcome was....simply dreamy!!! We were so gratful to be able to trust Whimsy Floral with oour florals and not have to micromanage or worry about it one bit. They did not disappoint! I rarely take time to give a review, which I know is not good but this time I HAD to. I have already been asked by so many people for my floral contact. I love when someone is so passionate about their art and it was nothing short of spectacular to walk in to the venue and see my daughter's vision come to reality. Forever grateful for Whimsy Floral.
Suzanne S., 2 years ago
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Pine and Petal Weddings - WOOD FLOWERS 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX

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 can’t say enough good things about Pine and Petal Wood Flowers! I had the absolute pleasure of working with Vanessa Ward throughout the entire process, and she was incredible. I was completely lost when it came to choosing colors and styles, but Vanessa helped me pick shades that perfectly matched my wedding color scheme and flowers that suited my taste beautifully. She was so communicative, kind, and accommodating—especially when I needed my flowers made and shipped on a tight timeline. Everything arrived on time and looked stunning! I would highly recommend Pine and Petal to anyone looking for elegant, timeless, and long-lasting floral arrangements. We plan to have our bouquet proudly on display as a beautiful reminder of our wedding day, and I couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out!
Kayla J., 6 months ago
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Flowers For Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Starts at $99
  • Serves Grand Saline, TX

Our wedding flowers come professionally pre-designed and bundled by a master florist, ready to shine right out of the box. We offer bridal bouquets, bridesmaid bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages, centerpieces and more, all pre-arranged and shipped to your door. Not only are our wedding flowers convenient, but they are gorgeous, budget-friendly, and shipped fresh from the farm. When you plan for your wedding, you likely want everything to be as beautiful as possible. If you want wedding flowers that amaze, then Flowers For Weddings has what you need. Discover what wedding flowers we can provide for your wedding anywhere in the US.

I highly recommend Flowersforweddings for all your wedding flower needs! They provided flowers for my wedding this past November, and their flowers were stunning and everything I had wanted! They arrived on time and they were more beautiful than I imagined them! Thank you flowersforweddings!
Oralia G., a year ago