The Prickly Thistle

Ratings include Zola and Google reviews

Price per arrangement

Bouquets start at $65, and centerpieces at $55

Minimum spend

$1,500 total


About The Prickly Thistle

Wendy Markum

Owner & Lead Florist

Roughly six years ago, my floral journey blossomed further as I began lending a helping hand to other wedding planners, creating intentional, design-driven wedding florals for couples who value thoughtful details, cohesive design, and a highly personalized experience. In 2024, The Prickly Thistle—my very own venture that brings floral services directly to couples, ensuring your love story is as beautiful as the flowers that grace it!

Collaborative, honest, and straightforward. We're here to guide the process, bring ideas to the table, and keep things moving. Each client will have a design meeting where they At The Prickly Thistle, we approach every wedding as a full-room concept. Through collaborative mood boards, spatial planning, and custom design sketches, we explore creative ideas — then refine them into florals that feel elegant, balanced, and beautifully edited. We’re known for imaginative show designs, but what we deliver to our couples is thoughtful restraint: impactful florals without unnecessary excess.


Services

Service levels

  • Full-Service Floral Design

Pre-wedding services

  • Consultations

Post-wedding services

  • Cleanup

Day-of services

  • Container rentals
  • Decor rentals
  • Delivery
  • Setup
  • Structure rentals

Floral arrangements offered

  • Bouquets
  • Boutonnieres
  • Cake flowers
  • Centerpieces
  • Ceremony decor
  • Flower crowns
  • Installations
  • Table runners

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

13 reviews

  • AH

    Abigail Henning

    Rating: 5
    Google
    Aug 8

    I have basically shouted from the rooftops how much I LOVED my wedding florals and working with Wendy!! Wendy made every single vision I had not only come to life, but made it better than I could have ever dreamed of! My florals were breathtaking and all of my wedding party, and guests, were gushing over how beautiful our florals were. From the bouquets to our table decor, I got compliments on it all. Not only were the florals stunning, but Wendy is an absolute dream to work with. From the zoom meetings, to vision boards, to sticking within our tighter budget, she made it all happen with ease. She is also the kindest soul and working with her feels like working with a trusted friend. Before finding Wendy, we did not think florals were even possible within our budget, but with her repurposing many of our florals and creating beautiful pieces within our budget, she really made my vision come to life! I could not recommend her enough!! Below is just a small glimpse of her beautiful work!

    The Prickly ThistleAug 10, 2026

    Oh my goodness—this means more to me than I can possibly say! It was such a joy bringing your floral vision to life and finding creative ways to make everything feel abundant, intentional, and completely yours while honoring your budget. Knowing that you, your wedding party, and your guests loved every detail—from the bouquets to the reception tables—makes my floral-loving heart so incredibly happy. But even more than that, I’m grateful that you felt supported and cared for throughout the process. By the time the flowers arrive, my couples never feel like “just clients” to me, and working with you truly felt like creating something beautiful for a friend. Thank you for trusting me with such an important part of your wedding day—and for shouting about it from the rooftops! It was an absolute honor to flower your celebration. Keep Blooming! 🌷🪻

  • KC

    Kayla Cox

    Rating: 5
    Google
    Aug 8

    Wendy was absolutely amazing from the meetings with her to the day of our wedding. She helped put our visions to light. I 100% would recommend her if you want gorgeous florals!

    The Prickly ThistleAug 10, 2026

    Thank you so much! It was an absolute joy working with both of you and transforming your shared vision into florals that felt completely at home in your celebration. I’m so grateful you trusted me with such a special part of your wedding day—and thrilled that you loved how everything came together! Wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter, and beautiful adventures together. Keep Blooming! 🌷🪻

  • SW

    Sabrina Wolfman

    Rating: 5
    Google
    Jun 17, 2026

    Our wedding flowers were beyond anything we could have imagined! From our very first conversation with Wendy, she took the time to understand our vision and brought it to life more beautifully than we ever expected. Every arrangement was stunning! The flowers were exactly what I envisioned and I could have not asked for my vision of the flowers to be any better executed! Not only was the florals amazing, but the entire process was seamless and professional. Wendy was responsive, creative, and attentive to every detail, making the experience stress-free and enjoyable. Also, she had amazing communication and ideas, especially before our wedding when we were unsure if we would have to have an indoor ceremony. She responded very quickly with ideas to make sure the same vision would be executed no matter where the ceremony was. We are so grateful for the care and talent that went into creating such beautiful floral designs. We highly recommend Wendy to any couple looking for flowers that will make their wedding day truly unforgettable.

    The Prickly ThistleJun 18, 2026

    Oh Sabrina <3 Thank you for this beautiful review. It was such a joy working with you and your mom on this amazing wedding. From our flower shopping day to chatting with you before you walked down the aisle, it was an honor to be trusted to take this journey with you and your family. Looking forward to doing it again next year for your sister! <3

  • JD

    Jessica Duckworth

    Rating: 5
    Google
    May 12, 2026

    Wendy did an outstanding job with our wedding flowers! We hired her to do bouquets, boutineers, and a cake topper piece. We gave her little direction aside from the color scheme, but she ran with it and created beautiful arrangements that held up incredibly throughout the entire day. My bridal bouquet lasted for a week after! Wendy was incredibly thoughtful, attentive, and created beautiful arrangements and I can’t thank her enough! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a wedding florist.

    The Prickly ThistleJun 8, 2026

    Thank you so much Jessica and thank you for sending some pictures. I am so happy you got to enjoy your bouquet for a full week after!! You took good care of her. <3

  • RG

    Rene Grim

    Rating: 5
    Google
    Mar 30, 2026

    Wendy is so talented and easy to work with; she did an amazing job turning my (very vague) vision into reality. My silk bouquets looked and felt real; they were absolutely beautiful!!!

    The Prickly ThistleMar 31, 2026

    Omg. Thank you so much for your review. I am so thrilled you loved your silk florals. They were a treat to make for you. 💕


We are a full-service wedding floral design studio. We offer custom-made fresh and silk florals for boutique-scale weddings. We design intentionally with your needs in mind.
We offer flexible pricing based on project type and complexity. After an initial conversation, we’ll provide a transparent quote with no hidden costs. Custom wedding floral orders begin at $1,500 in flowers and rentals, before labor, delivery/setup, and tax. Most full-service couples invest between $3,000 and $5,000 in floral design and services.
Yes, we offer breakdown services along with delivery, set up, and flower transfer from the ceremony to the reception.
During your consultation, we will go over all your "must-have" blooms. If they aren't in season or come in the color you need, we can swap that bloom for a "Real Touch" professional-quality silk flower. No one will know the difference, and you can still have your favorite bloom.