Question 1

What if both partners have the same birth month?

Accepted Answer

Use the month's primary and secondary flower as your two flowers, since most months have both. Alternatively, use two different colors of the same flower, or go with a single-flower statement bouquet representing both people.

Question 2

Can I include a third flower for a child or pet?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and it's a nice touch for family occasions. Just keep the third flower as a smaller accent so the arrangement doesn't start looking crowded, three equally weighted flower types is usually where bouquets start to lose focus.

Question 3

Does a two-flower bouquet cost more than a regular one?

Accepted Answer

Slightly, usually. Expect somewhere in the $60 to $110 range for a full arrangement depending on the flowers and season, versus roughly $45 to $85 for a standard single-flower bouquet. Out-of-season pairings push the higher end.

Question 4

What if one partner's birth flower isn't available as a cut flower?

Accepted Answer

A few birth flowers, water lily and morning glory especially, don't hold up as cut stems at all. Florists typically substitute calla lily for water lily and a small clematis or similar climbing bloom for morning glory, both keep the symbolism intact.

Question 5

How far in advance should I order a two-flower arrangement?

Accepted Answer

At least a week for a standard pairing, and two weeks or more if either flower is out of season or falls near a major flower holiday like Valentine's Day or Mother's Day. Sourcing two specific flowers takes more coordination than grabbing whatever's already stocked.

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Birth Flower Bouquet Ideas for Couples: Two Birth Months