The Best Flowers to Order in Valparaiso, All Year Long
Ever request peonies in October or tulips in December and get a polite florist sigh? No worries, you’re about to become the most seasonally savvy flower buyer in Valparaiso. Choosing blooms by season means:
- Fresher flowers
- Better value
- Richer colors and textures
- Smoother local flower delivery
Here’s your insider guide to the best flowers by season in Valparaiso, Indiana. Plus what NOT to ask for (sorry, peonies-in-October people).
Spring (March–May)
Color Palette: Fresh, pastel, cheerful
Think: blushing pinks, butter yellows, lilac purples, soft peaches
Best Blooms to Order:
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Tulips (only in spring!)
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Ranunculus
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Anemones
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Peonies (April, May)
Seasonal Style: Lush, ruffled, fragrant, garden-inspired
Pro florist tip: Spring blooms prefer cooler temps — perfect for spring weddings and home décor in Valparaiso.
Not spring-friendly: Sunflowers, poinsettias, dahlias
Summer (June–August)
Color Palette: Saturated, vibrant, bold
Think: coral, hot pink, citrus, berry, tropical greens
Best Blooms to Order:
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Peonies (sometimes in June!)
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Garden Roses
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Dahlias (starting in late August)
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Sunflowers
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Hydrangeas (available year-round)
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Gladiolus
Seasonal Style: Full, textural, showy blooms with lush petals
Florist’s secret: Peonies disappear fast — enjoy them while they last!
Not summer-friendly: Amaryllis, winter evergreens, poinsettias
Fall (September–November)
Color Palette: Moody, earthy, harvest-toned
Think: terracotta, burgundy, mustard, copper, eggplant
Best Blooms to Order:
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Dahlias (prime season!)
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Mums (yes, the fancy florist ones!)
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Celosia
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Amaranthus
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Asters
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Sunflowers
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Roses in autumn hues
Seasonal Style: Rich textures, dramatic tones, cascading details
Bonus: Fall flowers love pairing with branches, berries, and grasses.
Not fall-friendly: Peonies, lilacs, tulips
Winter (December–February)
Color Palette: Neutral elegance or rich holiday accents
Think: white, evergreen, cranberry, champagne, icy blue
Best Blooms to Order:
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Roses (available year-round)
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Carnations (trust us… designer ones are stunning!)
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Alstroemeria
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Amaryllis
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Winter berries
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Evergreen foliage
Seasonal Style: Clean, modern, long-lasting blooms + textural greenery
Winter bonus: Evergreens smell like the holidays AND last forever.
Not winter-friendly: Tulips, peonies, dahlias
Why Seasonal Flowers Are the Best Choice in Valparaiso
Ordering seasonally means your arrangement is:
- Fresher & more vibrant
- Designed with better varieties
- More unique to the season
- Handpicked by professionals who know what’s peaking
At our floral shop, we design with the highest-quality seasonal flowers in Valparaiso, creating arrangements and bouquets that look natural, luxurious, and one-of-a-kind.
Want a Seasonally Perfect Arrangement?
The easiest way to get the best blooms of the season? Order a Florist's Choice arrangement.
Tell us your colors and budget, and our designers choose the freshest flowers available on the day your order will be delivered or picked up.
We proudly offer premium, seasonal flowers and local flower delivery in and around Valparaiso, Indiana.
