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The search for red wedding flowers is officially over! In this extensive guide for maroon, burgundy and red weddings, we share the names and types of red wedding flowers with pretty pictures. We include seasonal availability and styling tips, too!Whether your dream is to walk down the aisle with a modern bouquet of burgundy roses, to exchange vows in a whimsical garden setting of green and marsala wedding blooms, or to bask in the glory of rustic red wedding flower displays at your red wedding reception, we’ve got it handled!

The fifth installment of our wedding flowers by color series is here to assist as you discover red wedding flower types for all styles and seasons! As before, all of the flowers featured in this wedding flower guide are available for purchase online and in bulk from our sponsors Blooms by the Box.

Red Wedding Flowers

Above: The Complete Guide to Red Wedding Flower Names and Types

Red Wedding Flower Color Combinations

When it comes to red wedding flowers, the color combinations are seemingly endless. Burgundy red is an exquisite option to boldly pair with navy blue as seen here . Perhaps you envision a more muted approach, combining blush with copper and burgundy like this. One of the most popular palettes to come out of the past 18 months is the pairing of marsala and gold for gorgeous results!

Check out some of these striking red and burgundy weddings features for ideas on how to use red wedding flowers:

Types of Red Flowers

RED GARDEN ROSE ‘DARCY’

Season: All Year
Best With: Ranunculus, hydrangeas
Best For: Bouquets, Centerpieces
Tip: These have a short vase life, keep them in cool water/environment.

RED TULIP

Season: All Year
Great With: Ranunculus, Dianthus
Best For: Centerpieces
Tip: These keep growing after cut, so recut them for vases

RED RANUNCULUS

Season: All Year
Best With: Roses, Hydrangeas
Best For: Bouquets, Centerpieces
Tip: These have hollow stems, use floral wire to keep up

RED ANEMONE

Season: Mar, Apr, May, Jun in Northern Hemisphere, reverse in South
Best With: Garden Roses, Ranunculus
Best For: Bouquets, centerpieces, boutonnieres
Tip: Needs a clean, sharp cut to help drink

RED DIANTHUS

Season: All Year
Best With: daises, carnations
Best For: bouquets, centerpieces
Tip: Average of 10-15 blooms per stem

RED FANCY CARNATION

Season: All Year
Best With: Roses, Baby’s Breath
Best For: Bouquets, Centerpieces
Tip: These are a great choice for a flower wall or curtain

RED GARDEN ROSE ‘TESS’

Season: All Year
Best With: Ranunculus, hydrangeas
Best For: Bouquets, Centerpieces
Tip: These have a short vase life, keep them in cool water/environment.

RED ANTHURIUM

Season: All Year
Best With: Orchids, Hydrangeas
Best For: bouquets, centerpieces
Tip: Submerge in water temporarily to help hydration

RED GARDEN ROSE ‘PIANO’

Season: All Year
Best With: Ranunculus, hydrangeas
Best For: Bouquets, Centerpieces
Tip: These have a short vase life, keep them in cool water/environment.

RED SCABIOSA

Season: March-October in Northern Hemisphere, reverse in South
Best With: Anemones, Hydrangeas
Best For: Bouquets, Centerpieces
Tip: These have a tendency to droop, use floral wire to keep up

RED FREESIA

Season: All Year
Best With: rose bouquets or stand alone
Best For: boutonnieres, corsage, bouquet
Tip: These take longer to bloom, give them a little sun

RED PROTEA PINCUSHION

Season: All Year
Best With: Dahlias, Thistle, Cockscomb
Best For: bouquets, centerpieces
Tip: Great for adding a tropical touch

Burgundy Wedding Flower Names + Types

BURGUNDY RED YARROW

Season: All Year
Best With: Calla Lilies, Scabiosa Pods, Hydrangeas
Best For: bouquets, centerpieces
Tip: Great for adding texture and color

BURGUNDY RED ‘TAURUS’ SUCCULENT

Season: All Year
Best With: natural greens, roses
Best For: bouquets, centerpieces, stand alone
Tip: Must wire to put in bouquet or arrangement

BURGUNDY RED PEONY:

Season: Jan, May, June, July, Nov, Dec in the Northern Hemisphere, reverse in South
Best With: Ruscus, garden roses, wax flower
Best For: Bouquets, Centerpieces
Tip: Warm water helps them open faster

BURGUNDY RED ASTIBLE

Season: June – September in the Northern Hemisphere, reverse in South
Best With: Dusty Miller, stock
Best For: Bouquets and centerpieces
Tip: If properly cared for, can have a very long vase life

RED GINGER:

Season: All Year
Best With: Bear grass,
Best For: bouquets, centerpieces
Tip: Great for adding texture and shape to an arrangement

DISCOVER MORE WEDDING FLOWER NAMES BY COLOR:

Take a look at this guide to purple wedding flowers and names
Check out the essential guide to white wedding flowers here
Get info on greenery for weddings + green wedding flower names here
Learn the types of pink flower names, seasons and pairing info here.

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If you’re looking for ideas for your wedding bouquets or table arrangements, check out our flower recipes cheat sheets here!

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