The Best Wedding Florists in Salisbury, MA

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131 Wedding Florists in Salisbury, MA

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LW Blooms 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

I have been in the floral industry for over 10 years and currently work as a landscape designer. I enjoy being able to work one on one with brides to help create the floral dreams they have envisioned for their big day.

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I do not know how to put into words how comfortable and confident I felt with LW Blooms as my florist. Hollie took the time (and I mean TIME) to understand exactly what my vision was and executed it flawlessly. I will be using Hollie for any other event that needs flowers in the future - 10000% never going to another florist. The picture is my bouquet that I'm having preserved forever because I want to look at it every single day for the rest of my life.
Talia M., 5 months ago
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Dazy Florals 
Rating: 4.4 (13 reviews)
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

Garden inspired and organically styled floral arrangements for weddings and events- located north of Boston and servicing the New England area. Owner and artist Ashley has 11 years of design experience in the floral industry, along with a background in horticulture, and general love for all things natural and wild. Dazy Florals is dedicated to utilizing sustainable practices and beautiful locally grown blooms, New England season permitting.

Awarded Best of Zola
Dazy Florals was so easy to communicate with and super responsive throughout the entire wedding planning process. Ashley's flowers were beautiful for our wedding and just how I imagined them. She did a great job capturing my vision to pull everything together. Dazy Florals contributed to making our special day absolutely perfect.
Hollister R., 8 months ago
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Florio 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

Florio offers lush, whimsical and modern floral designs for weddings + events across New England. Based out of the North Shore, we are experienced in both local + travel events. We specialize in an organic and airy approach to floral design, drawing inspiration from how stems naturally grow in nature. In our design style, we lean towards a curated selection of blooms, a personalized approach + an ethereal flare.

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From the moment we first spoke with Abby at Florio, we knew we were in good hands. She immediately got our vision and proactively came up with amazing ideas and options to bring it to life. Florio's communication style was collaborative, friendly, and professional throughout the entire planning process. She came so prepared to every meeting and truly went above and beyond, making sure every detail was perfect. We loved that the flowers were from local farms and the New England Flower Exchange, and how strong Florio's knowledge of the flowers themselves were! The floral arrangements created for our wedding were absolutely beautiful and exceeded our expectations - they were so creative and thoughtful in bringing our vision to life. We cannot recommend Florio highly enough!
Emily S., a year ago
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Lexi Palumbo LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

Welcome to my world, where I specialize in coordinating flawless events and crafting custom floral designs. Leveraging a trusted network of vendors, I ensure your vision comes to life seamlessly. From centerpieces to stunning installations, I believe flowers are the perfect finishing touch, turning your event into an unforgettable experience. Let's create something extraordinary together!

Lexi Palumbo LLC provided the most gorgeous floral arrangements for our wedding day. The flowers were truly beautiful, unique, and stunning - exactly what we had envisioned for our special celebration. From the stunning bouquets to the elegant centerpieces, every detail was impeccably crafted with such care and artistry. The quality of their work was exceptional, and we were blown away by the value they provided. Lexi and her team were a joy to work with and helped make our wedding day even more magical. We couldn't be happier with the results and highly recommend Lexi Palumbo LLC to any couple planning their dream wedding.
Mishaune B., a year ago
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Fern Floral Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Salisbury, MA
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Our designs are created in a natural garden style with lots of layers, whimsy, dancing flowers and organic shapes. Our color pallets are expertly curated to seamlessly blend shades and build tonal works of art. We aim to create fresh, innovative designs that reflect a sense of place and season. We are a full service florist catering to weddings of all sizes.

Mia did the flowers for my wedding, and she was absolutely amazing. She was incredibly friendly and easy to work with, and very helpful in terms of figuring out exactly what I needed. Mia brought my vision to life, and completely exceeded my expectations. My wedding was a month ago, and I am still getting compliments on the flowers. I would 100% recommend her to anyone looking for a florist for their event.
Emily B., 7 months ago
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Floral Baby 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

Floral Baby is a wedding & event floral design studio based in Marblehead, Massachusetts. We create dramatic designs with texture, gesture and color in mind to produce one-of-a-kind events. From intimate microweddings, to full-service luxurious bashes, we bring avant garde romance to each of our projects.

Awarded Best of Zola
Floral Baby did my 2022 fall wedding in Topanga, CA. My only request was SUNFLOWERS!! And Floral Baby did it UP!! I didn't want it to look too "harvest-y", and Anita heard that and gave me the most gorgeous, lively, creative sunflower arrangements and table bouquets that felt completely at home among the live oaks and dappled sunshine. She was an absolute dream to work with!
Kate, 7 months ago
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KiKi Co. Bows and Blooms 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

My first job in high school was at a local market florist, and the rest is history! Over 10 years in the floral industry, surrounded by so many talented artists, my love for creating and appreciating art has grown. In this time I have learned that not only am I passionate about the florals or mediums themselves, but also about the connections I’ve built through art.

Awarded Best of Zola
KiKi Co. Bows and Blooms was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very first conversation, the Kayley was extremely responsive, caring, and clearly passionate about her work. She was always available to answer our questions and provide helpful guidance throughout the planning process. On the day of the wedding, the floral arrangements she created were absolutely stunning - the color and design perfectly captured the atmosphere we were going for. Kayley's attention to detail and commitment to making our special day look beautiful was evident in every aspect of her work. We were thrilled with the final result and would highly recommend KiKi Co. Bows and Blooms to any couple looking for a professional, talented, and caring florist for their wedding.
Sunny P., 8 months ago
Fleur And Stitch 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

I have always known that I wanted to work with flowers and in 2001 I obtained a degree in Floriculture. I have twenty years of experience working in the field and have had the opportunity to work for some of the top companies in New England and US. I have worked hand in hand with some of the most inspirational and creatively talented people from across the globe. They have taught me and pushed me creatively, which has made me the designer I am today.

Fleur & Stitch is absolutely amazing! Devin is beyond talented and a pleasure to work with. I felt like I was working with a friend/sister from the very first phone call! She took my vision seriously and made sure everything went smoothly! From the moment Devin delivered my beautiful bouquet, I just KNEW everything else was going to be just as beautiful! The venue space flowers took my breath away! The tables were to die for and the perfect blend of candles and flowers. Devin knows her stuff and creates dream worthy florals! Everything was so elegant and made the top of Boston shine even brighter!! (Photos by Dampolo Photography)
Lisa G., 4 months ago
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Nature's Design Floral Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

Nature's Design is a women owned, small business, serving the greater Boston area. We specialize in weddings and other larger events. Lauren and Elizabeth are the business owners, and we give you the personal attention throughout the whole process.

Hiring Nature’s Design was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding!! Elizabeth, Lauren and their team were amazing!! The communication was clear and the planning process with them was truly so easy. I described the vision I had for the florals at our spring wedding and the florals on our wedding day were everything I had dreamed of. I absolutely recommend Nature’s Design for anyone looking for a florist! Photo credit: Coral Compass Photo Co.
Emma J., 2 years ago
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Seabreeze Floral Design 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

I am the former owner of Bella's Floral Design and recently launched Seabreeze Floral Design to specialize exclusively in weddings and events. As the creative director and owner of Bella's Floral Design, we received 7 coveted Best of North Shore Awards fron Northshore Magazine since 2018. Our design team has executed over 200 breath taking weddings at locations on the North Shore and in Boston over the past 10 years. We take a consultative approach to execute each couple's unique vision specializing in coastal, lush and romantic floral designs. Our introductory calls and quotes are complimentary. Friendly to LGBTQ and All

Seabreeze Floral Design was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, they were communicative, responsive, punctual, and truly understanding of our vision. The quality of their work was outstanding - the bouquets and all the floral arrangements were absolutely beautiful and exceeded our expectations. They went above and beyond to ensure every detail was perfect, and the end result was stunning. Seabreeze was very accommodating and understanding throughout the planning process, and I can honestly say they are the best florist I have ever worked with. I would highly recommend them to any couple planning their dream wedding.
Michelle E., 4 months ago
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Seaside Peonies 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

Seaside Peonies is a sustainable floral studio in Newburyport, growing and arranging flowers for weddings and special occasions in New England. We would be honored to help you tell your love story with beautiful, seasonal flowers. Our lush, garden-style arrangements are inspired by the natural, untamed beauty of the New England coast. We can provide all of your florals for your big day (Full Service option), or you can select just the florals you need from our A La Carte Flower menu. Either way, we offer complimentary consultations so we can help bring your vision for your special day to life!

Seaside Peonies was an absolute delight! From our very first conversation, Nancy demonstrated a warm, responsive, creative, attentive, expert, and talented approach. The quality of her work is truly stellar - the flowers perfectly complemented the quaint Inn, our colonial blue theme, and our overall style. The bouquets, boutonnieres, ceremony space, reception decor, were all executed with perfection, elegance and natural beauty. She knew just the right questions to ask to fully capture our vision, budget, and dream, delivering a superb and detailed proposal, creation, delivery, and set up. On the wedding day, the venue asked her to delay the set up a few hours, and she pivoted flawlessly to execute everything perfectly. We could not have been more thrilled with Seaside Peonies and highly recommend Nancy to any couple looking for an exceptional florist for their special day.
Carlene M., 2 years ago
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Helios Floral 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

Our work is grounded in our love for the natural world and all of it's grandeur & intricacies alike. We aim to harness the magic of flowers and plants to celebrate all of life's important moments. e specialize in weddings and events. We work closely with each of our clients to create stunningly unique experiences for their guests and elevate their spaces with thoughtful floral designs.

Keelia is the absolute best!! She knows the ins and outs of flowers and knows exactly how to make your bouquet and arrangements personalized to your exact style. I mentioned to keelia what colors and flowers I liked and from that information alone she created the most beautiful bouquet for my wedding day. Keelias creativity is unbelievable and unique, which stands out from the rest. You will not regret working with this amazing gal!!
Sarah K., 5 years ago
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Something Borrowed Blooms 
Rating: 4.9 (91 reviews)
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

Something Borrowed Blooms is the premier rent-and-return floral and décor company in the U.S., offering beautifully curated premium silk floral collections. Couples who choose to rent typically save up to 70% compared to the cost of traditional fresh flowers. Our collections include everything you need for your wedding day, from bridal and bridesmaid bouquets to boutonnieres, garlands, centerpieces, aisle markers, cake flowers, swags, flower combs and crowns, wedding décor, and more. Each design is thoughtfully curated to create a cohesive, elevated look from ceremony to reception.

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Something Borrowed Blooms provided the most lifelike and luxurious floral arrangements for our wedding day. The bouquets, ceremony pieces and boutonnieres were all incredibly realistic and high quality, with vibrant colors and lush textures that exceeded our expectations. In fact, as my husband and I were taking photos in a park, a bee even tried to pollinate my bouquet, drawn to its beauty and realism. Getting the boxes to the venue did require a bit of coordination, but with a little help from friends we were able to easily box them up the day after the wedding and ship them off via FedEx. We saved easily 2,000 thanks to Something Borrowed and you would never know the flowers were fake.
Alex F., a year ago
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Flower Moxie – Do-It-Yourself Wedding Flowers 
Rating: 4.9 (78 reviews)
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

In 2013, 8-year wedding veteran Amy McCord Jones realizes she wouldn't be able to afford to hire her own floral services if she was a bride. Then, Amy discovers that there is basically zero help available for DIY brides. No flower recipes. No instructions. No access to florist-grade blooms. Rude. So she launches Flower Moxie! Flower Moxie remains a humble, tucked-away small business out of Oklahoma City. We don’t zoom around on scooters in some fancy high-rise. We stock an average kitchen with canned wine and Aldi chips and listen to true crime podcasts while photographing curvy ranunculus. Join us. There’s cake, hugs, and acceptance here.

Awarded Best of Zola
Flower Moxie - Do-It-Yourself Wedding Flowers was an amazing vendor for our wedding. From start to finish, their communication was friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. When I ordered my DIY flower kit from them, the quality of the blooms was luxurious, with high-end flowers like anemones, yet the overall cost was very budget-friendly. Their detailed tutorials and bouquet recipes made it easy for me and my bridesmaids to create the most gorgeous bouquets together. I'm so grateful to Flower Moxie for helping me achieve my dream wedding flowers on a reasonable budget.
Alaina, 3 months ago
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Wood & Word Blooms, sola wood floral designs (faux not fresh) 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Salisbury, MA
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🌹 WE ARE NOT FRESH FLOWER FLORISTS. WE WORK WITH WOOD & FAUX FLOWERS. PLEASE ACKNOWLEDGE THIS IN YOUR REPLY. 🌹 Wood & Word Blooms is run by a Jen Angle, former teacher of 20+ years and specializes in using hand-painted wood flowers along with a faux, dried and preserved florals (nothing fresh here) to bring your wedding vision to life not just for that one glorious day but forever. Besides designing for you, I also offer DIY Wood Flower Experiences to create your wedding florals alongside me in person or virtually and 1:1 sessions to help DIY brides learn to do it themselves.

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Jen was absolutely amazing! Everything is customized to what flowers and colors you want. Jen is very go with the flow, but also can also make suggestions based on her experience. She was great when I needed to either add or subtract things as we got closer to the wedding. Overall she is fantastic to work with and the end products are phenomenal. I loved everything we got!
Erin Z., a year ago
Althea Floral Design 
Rating: 5.0 (26 reviews)
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

You: You aren’t interested in traditional, round, monochrome designs and want wedding flowers that are as unique as you are. Us: We bring bold color, whimsical vibes, and avant-garde designs to Nearlyweds that want something different. Althea Floral Design is led by Julian Kane, a passionate designer who loves to create unique and vibrant arrangements that reflect your individual style and personality. With a focus on bold and bright colors, we aim to bring your wedding to life with unforgettable floral designs that leave a lasting impression.

Awarded Best of Zola
We came to Julian on the recommendation of our photographer, as we were doing an elopement without guests, and we wanted funky, bold, and nontraditional vibes for our queer wedding. Despite being the first customers of the Althea A La Carte experience, we were impressed with how easy it was to choose which pieces we wanted. We ended up going with some smaller vases, hair pieces, and boutonnieres. Julian was also willing to use some mushroom propagation vases we found, and it was very easy to drop them off ahead of time. We felt like Julian perfectly understood our vision, and his touch made our wedding day so much more our own. Overall, we had a great time working with Julian, and would highly recommend them for any future events, large or small!
KL, 9 months ago
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Whaling City Florist (11-Time Award Winning) 
Rating: 5.0 (25 reviews)
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

Established in 2019; Whaling City Florist offers florals for all occasions, modern and imaginative. With a wide variety and styles and designs, we are sure to accommodate you on your special day! We offer event floral package’s as well as individual items a la carte with no minimums.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jillian at Whaling City Florist was absolutely amazing to work with! I changed my vision (and colors) a few times and she was so flexible with me! She was so responsive when I had questions and really helped my vision come to life! She sent pictures and put together examples. She gave me options for my husbands ties and sent examples for colors! Everything came out so beautiful and honestly everything I could have imagined and more!
Alli F., 2 years ago
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Little Blooms 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

I started my business in 2018, after I finished floral design classes from Cass School of Floral in Watertown, MA. I have had hands on experience from Floral Arts in Westford, MA and have completed over 75 weddings in my time as a floral designer. I have a little intern named Larry, a corgi-pit mix, who is the model for Little Blooms, who you will see a lot of on Instagram. I love using locally grown flowers as much as I can in my work, to really showcase 'farm to florist'.

Awarded Best of Zola
Danielle was an absolute pleasure to work with! She took our very rough ideas and transformed them into the most gorgeous arrangements that added bright colors and textures to our day. Throughout the process, Danielle was a professional and timely communicator, worked within our budget, and was flexible with changing/adding items to our floral plan as our wedding vision solidified. We’re very happy we chose her!
Serena L., a year ago
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Gloria’s Blooms 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

Gloria’s Blooms is based in Boston, Massachusetts. We offer full service bespoke wedding floral designs that include bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages, ceremony, reception installations and anything else you could think of! Please contact us for more information, availability and pricing. Our mission is finding the absolutely most beautiful flowers to make your vision and day come to life, and become even more beautiful! We service all over Massachusetts and New England.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment that I had a consultation with Kylie and all the days leading up to our wedding, Kylie understood my vision and made it come alive. She was extremely communicative and dealt with all my small changes I made along the day. When wedding day finally came, Kylie went above and BEYOND my expectations. Our florals were a dream and she worked so hard to make sure every detail was perfect. From set up to break down, Kylie put her all into making our day exactly how we wanted it. She is the best of the best. Choosing Kylie was one of the best decisions I could have made in this wedding process! Thank you, Gloria’s Blooms!!
Hayley + K., 2 years ago
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Prose Florals 
Rating: 5.0 (19 reviews)
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

Known for our modern-romantic style, relaxed approach, and iconic silhouettes, our Boston-based studio sits at the cross-section of artfully curated flair and the kind of expertly-designed floral pieces you'll be proud to have in your wedding albums forever. We believe great stories transcend mediums, classic style is eternal, and Playa Banca roses never go out of style.

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn't have been happier with the floral arrangements provided by Prose Florals for our wedding! From our first consultation to the big day, the team was incredibly attentive and professional. They took the time to understand our vision and brought it to life with stunning bouquets, centerpieces, and decor that perfectly complemented our theme. The quality of the flowers was outstanding, and their creativity truly exceeded our expectations. Many guests complimented the floral arch throughout the evening! The team was also punctual and organized, ensuring everything was set up beautifully without a hitch. We highly recommend Prose Florals to anyone looking for exceptional floral services. They made our wedding day even more special!
Jeannette L., 2 years ago
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Restless Spirit Floral 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Salisbury, MA
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I believe that every wedding should be as unique and unforgettable as the love it celebrates. Specializing in whimsical floral designs, we cater to discerning couples who seek beautiful, garden inspired designs with a personal touch in every petal. Our bespoke floral arrangements are crafted to create lasting memories, perfectly complementing the beauty of your special day. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of current trends, we transform your vision into a stunning reality. Restless Spirit Floral is your partner in creating an enchanting and eco friendly floral experience.

Awarded Best of Zola
I recently had the pleasure of working with Restless Spirit Floral Co. for my September wedding and I couldn’t be happier! From our first initial consultation Erica understood my vision and offered a lot of creative suggestions that truly went with the vibe and elevated my original ideas. All of my ideas and visions were regarded with her full attention and added on top of by her expertise. The arrangements were stunning, the use of both fresh and dried flowers created rich textures. The use of shades of green, brown, creams and pops of orange and bronze added a whimsical yet romantic vibe for our special day. My bouquet included a lot of my favorite flowers that Erica had taken note of, and went with my dress so perfectly. Not only my bridal bouquet but the bridesmaid bouquets and floral basket purses were gorgeous and all the guests could not stop talking about them. Erica was so professional, timely and super attentive to detail, ensuring that everything was set up flawlessly on the big day. I received a lot of compliments from guests about the beautiful floral displays especially the hanging disco ball arrangement. I can not recommend Erica and Restless Spirit Floral Co. enough. If you’re looking for a talented and passionate florist for your wedding look no further. Erica will truly bring your dreams to life!
Kelly S., 2 years ago
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Midsummer Flowers 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

Midsummer Flowers is a tiny floral design studio that specializes in creating one-of-a-kind floral designs for weddings and other celebrations and events, by combining the perfect balance of timeless romance and garden-inspired whimsy.

Awarded Best of Zola
Tracy/Midsummer Flowers was an absolute pleasure to work with for my wedding. Tracy was friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful in guiding us through the floral process. The arrangements she created were absolutely beautiful, with colors that perfectly matched my wedding palette. Tracy went above and beyond, making thoughtful suggestions that elevated the look and feel of our special day. The end result was an impressive and thoughtful display that received so many compliments from our guests. We are so grateful to have found Tracy for helping make our wedding day truly special.
Em, a month ago
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Bell Brook Farm and Floral Design Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

Our design studio is located on our farm in central Massachusetts. We are passionate about growing and designing with unique blooms and pour our hearts into all aspects of our process from sowing seeds into healthy soil, to harvesting and arranging. Our farm, gardens, and the wild landscape around us lends inspiration and drives our designs to be seasonally conscious, a bit wild, and uniquely curated for each celebration. We strive to employ sustainable practices from start to finish.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Emily at Bell Brook Farm & Floral Design Studio was a choice we are so happy we made for our wedding day! I (bride) had seen their work at someone else's (Fall) wedding a couple of years back and the arrangements stuck in mind ever since... So I called! In preparation for our special day, we had a call with them to go over our aesthetic ideas and needs. Not only did the call help provide them with our hopes for the day, but it also helped give us a lot of valuable advice and suggestions that we ended up going with. Emily was great in her response, ability to accommodate some last minute changes, and meet our budget. On the day of our wedding, the flowers and foliage EXCEEDED our expectations. The arrangements matched our color scheme perfectly and gave the rich, summer garden vibe I was hoping for... honestly better than I could've imagined. When it comes to the logistics, BBF&FDS were very clear and upfront about costs and order of steps/information needed. They made sure to do their research on the venue's procedures and setup/broke down as scheduled. I definitely suggest using BBF&FDS for your special events! They are so talented and can make a bold, yet delicate, statement with whatever your vision is.
Ivana, a year ago
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A Natural Arrangement 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Salisbury, MA

A Natural Arrangement is a floral company born out of a passion for seasonal designs. We understand nature's perfection in a variety of shapes, colors, and fragrances. We strive to let each bloom express its personality in arrangements that are unique and harmonious. New England gardeners at heart, we look to the season's bounty in the spirit of bringing the garden indoors. We work to source primarily from local growers for our clients' weddings, workshops, businesses, and events.

Awarded Best of Zola
We could not recommend A Natural Arrangement more for wedding florals! We went into the wedding planning process with more questions than answers, and Jessica helped us along every step of the way. She worked within our budget to make our vision come to life. The flowers were stunning, and Jessica was a pleasure to work with. She was prompt with communication and so helpful the day of the wedding. Our friends and family can’t stop talking about how beautiful the florals were and pictures can’t even do them justice.
Kendall W., 2 years ago