January in Bloom: Why Now Is the Best Time to Book Your Wedding Florist (and a Look Ahead at the 2026 Season)

January arrives quietly, with soft light, fresh calendars, and the feeling of a brand-new beginning. While the garden is still asleep and the snow settles over Niagara, this is one of the busiest months of the year for wedding florists.

Couples start confirming venues, refining budgets, and—most importantly—booking their floral designer.

If you’re planning a wedding in 2026, January is the perfect time to secure the florist who aligns with your vision.

As a Niagara-based floral designer who specializes in romantic, garden-style arrangements using seasonal and locally grown blooms, here’s what I want brides (and grooms!) to know during booking season.

Niagara Weddings & Elopements by Josh Bellingham Photography

Why January Is Prime Booking Season for Wedding Florals

Most couples don’t realize that florists often book 12–18 months in advance, especially for peak months like May, July, August, and September.

Here’s why this month matters:

1. Dates Fill Quickly

By January, couples have finalized venues and timelines, so floral inquiries come in fast.

If your date is important, now is the best time to lock it in.

2. Flower Prices & Availability Are More Predictable

Spring ordering, farm planning, and supplier forecasting all begin now.

Booking early helps secure:

• your preferred styles

• your colour palette

• premium blooms

3. Your Vision Comes to Life Sooner

When we begin planning now, you’ll receive:

• a full colour story

• a curated flower list

• a customized floral proposal

• thoughtful design guidance

This sets you up beautifully for the rest of the planning process.

What It’s Like Working With Me

I design florals that feel:

• soft

• romantic

• garden-inspired

• textured

• full of movement

I love incorporating locally grown flowers from Niagara whenever possible, along with selections from my own garden during the growing season.

Your floral experience includes:

• a personalized consultation

• design board + colour palette

• custom floral proposal

• premium florals selected for your vision

• delivery, setup, and on-site styling

Every wedding is handled with intention—whether it’s an intimate gathering or a full-scale celebration.

Booking Fewer, More Intentional Weddings

In 2026, I’ll be taking on a limited number of weddings per season to ensure each couple receives the highest level of care and design attention.

If you’re dreaming of:

• lush centerpieces

• airy bouquets

• ceremony florals full of movement

• thoughtful, cohesive floral styling

now is the time to reach out.

A lush garden-style flower arrangement featuring a variety of delicate blooms and greenery, elegantly displayed in a classic urn on a rustic wooden table.

A Look Ahead at the 2026 Season

January isn’t just for booking—it’s also when I begin planning my own growing season.

This year, I’ll be:

• prepping a garden full of zinnias, cosmos, dahlias, poppies, strawflower, sweet peas, and snapdragons

• sourcing unique blooms to add texture and depth to my wedding designs

• planning more bloom bar events

• creating seasonal, garden-inspired content to share throughout the year

It’s a quiet month that holds so much hope—both for the flowers still sleeping under the soil and for the celebrations I’ll help bring to life.

Niagara Weddings & Elopements by Josh Bellingham Photography

Ready to Begin Planning Your Wedding Florals?

If you’re getting married in 2026, I’d love to hear more about your vision.

You can inquire directly through my website or send me a message.

Let’s create something beautiful together