The Best A La Carte Wedding Florists in Trexlertown, PA

The Best A La Carte Wedding Florists in Trexlertown, PA

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63 Wedding Florists in Trexlertown, PA

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Idea Events 

5.0

  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

At Idea Party, we specialize in crafting unforgettable events with our exquisite wedding and party decorations. Our team of experts is dedicated to transforming your vision into a stunning reality. *Services* - Custom Wedding Decorations - Party Decor Rentals - Event Design and Planning - Themed Decorations (Weddings, Birthdays, Anniversaries, etc.) Let us help you create memories that last a lifetime!

I cannot recommend Idea Party enough! They made my wedding an absolute dream come true. From start to finish, their team was professional, creative, and incredibly attentive to every detail. They took my vision and turned it into something even more beautiful than I imagined. The decorations were stunning, the coordination was flawless, and they handled everything with such ease that I could truly relax and enjoy my special day. Their dedication and passion for what they do shine through in every aspect of their work. If you’re looking for a wedding planning company that goes above and beyond, Idea Party is the way to go!
Paul P., a year ago
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Ornithea House Of Flowers 

5.0

  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

At Ornithea House of Flowers, where artful floral design meets organic ethereal garden style, we draw inspiration from the intricate beauty of nature. From the delicate petals of the Ornithogalum flower to the enchanting fragrance of the Lily of the Valley, we strive to capture the essence of these natural wonders in our creations. Each bloom is carefully selected and thoughtfully arranged to evoke a sense of tranquility, elegance, and timeless beauty. Let us bring a touch of nature's poetry into your world with our stunning floral arrangements.

Patricia at Ornithea House of Flowers exceeded all of our expectations! From our first conversation, Patricia was extremely prompt and professional in her communication. She asked thoughtful questions to truly understand our vision and style making the experience stress free and we knew we had picked the perfect florist from the start and trusted that Patricia was going to create the most beautiful florals for our day. As we collaborated, Patricia’s expertise, communication and recommendations, while also incorporating everything we envisioned, created the perfect atmosphere for our vision - classic, elegant and romantic. She went above and beyond to make our wedding beautiful, so special, and everything we had hoped for and more - before during and even after our wedding day. I cannot recommend Ornithea House of Flowers enough!
Michelle J., 2 years ago
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Something Borrowed Blooms 

4.9

  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
The flowers from Something Borrowed Blooms were, above all, gorgeous. They also cost a fraction of getting real flowers from a florist. (As in, several thousands of dollars less for something equally beautiful.) The flowers got many compliments and everyone was shocked they weren't real! The centerpiece and bouquets in the attached photos are from the Wren collection. The customer service at Something Borrowed Blooms is also highly responsive and helpful. Getting your wedding flowers from Something Borrowed Blooms is one of the best planning decisions you'll make: the blooms are high quality and easy to use, plus MUCH friendlier for your wallet and the environment.
Cristina M., 10 months ago
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Flower Moxie – Do-It-Yourself Wedding Flowers 

4.9

  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

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.

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My daughter’s wedding was last Friday and it was absolutely perfect. We ordered flowers a few weeks before the wedding and got our first box no problem. The second box with the rest of the order was coming from a different location and UPS made a mistake with our address. If made me so nervous and I thought we are not going to have time to put flowers together but luis stepped in and resolved this situation very professionally. We got our flowers the same day and I can’t thank him enough for acting quickly and being incredibly helpful all they way. All of the flowers that came in looked great. My friend getting married in a few month and I would highly recommend Moxie Flowers to him and everyone who is having a wedding or any other event. A!!!
natalia b., 2 years ago
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Bloom by Britt Floral Design 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

We're a husband and wife duo that prides themselves on honesty, integrity and quality. Every arrangement we make is custom designed for each couple, guided by their personality and the story they want to tell. We believe flowers should feel personal and we achieve this goal through thoughtful details, quality blooms and creative expression. Our aim is to deliver designs that feel authentic, intentional and beautifully one-of-a-kind.

Awarded Best of Zola
Bloom by Britt could not have done a better job on our wedding! The flowers were absolutely stunning, large, beautiful, and exactly what we wanted! We gave Britt our color palette and our ideas, and she made every part of our wedding beautiful. Everyone at the wedding was stunned by the presentation. The people at the venue specifically asked for her information because it was the best they've seen there! We could not be happier and highly recommend working with Britt!
Samantha N., 3 months ago
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The Faux Bouquets 

5.0

  • Starts at $175
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

Believe it or not, we often have people ask if our pictures throughout our website are showing a mix of fresh and faux and…no they aren’t! Although fresh florals are pretty, we are totally in love with poser-blooms all the way here and that’s what we design 100% of our orders with.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had the absolute best experience with The Faux Bouquets. The flowers were absolutely stunning for my wedding. The owner, Brittany, was so kind and even called me to make sure my wedding wouldn't be affected by Hurricane Helene. Thankfully, my area was not affected, but I just really felt that was a special kindness that needs to be called out. But again, the quality of the bouquets, micro sprays and greenery was so great and photographed so well! And all at a fraction of the cost of real flowers that would have just been thrown away at the end of the night! The delivery and return process couldn't have been simpler! And I loved my husband and I got to customize and keep my bouquet and his boutonniere during a promotional add-on! Thank you again, Brittany and The Faux Bouquets, for helping make our wedding so beautiful!
Cayla H., a year ago
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Wood & Word Blooms, sola wood floral designs (faux not fresh) 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA
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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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jen is incredible and worth every penny! My husband and I weren't very sure about how we wanted our wedding florals to look. We also didn't want to spend thousands of dollars on flowers that would only last a day. We stumbled upon wood flowers and discovered Wood and Word Blooms! Working with Jen was wonderful and seamless. She helps you every step of the way to figure out what you would like. The DIY class was so much fun, and we were able to build all of our centerpieces, boutonnières, and bouquets. Jen also built my cascade bouquet and beautiful garland for us! Everything came out so beautifully and was perfect for our day. Thank you Jen!
Bianca D., 2 years ago
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Laurelbrook Floral 

5.0

  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

We are a mother-daughter duo creating timeless, elegant floral decor in the Lehigh Valley area, Bucks County, Central and Northern New Jersey. Our favorite part of what we do is bringing JOY to our nearlyweds and minimizing the stress of the planning process.

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Brooke and Janet’s florals for our wedding came out better than we ever could have imagined! From the beginning, Brooke took the time to do a video call with me where she got to know our vision and walked through everything so thoroughly. She understood exactly what we were looking for- clean cut, classic, white florals greens. The florist plan and photo mockups they provided were incredibly helpful, as well as our final walkthrough call with Janet to finalize everything. When our wedding day came, they set everything up perfectly and all the family florals were clearly labeled and organized - and I didn’t have to lift a finger!! I definitely went back and forth about doing my own florals and table arrangements and am very thankful I let the experts handle it! They beautifully repurposed many of our ceremony florals for the reception and they also made it easy to save and take home the florals so nothing went to waste! Excellent quality service and value compared to other quotes I was receiving. We also got SO many compliments on our florals.  Thank you Brooke and Janet!!!
Sarah W., 3 months ago
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Stems Floral & Event Design 

5.0

  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

Stems is a full scale floral and event design company, focused on seamlessly creating and executing your wedding or special event from start to finish. Have a vision in mind? We’ll compile the pieces and refine every last detail. Have nothing but a date and location? We’ll take a look at your space and show you all of the possibilities…and more.

Awarded Best of Zola
I don't even have the words to describe how incredible Melissa and Emily are, but I will try. I trusted them to bring my vision to life and they overdelivered. The florals and centerpieces were so beautiful. I will never forget seeing them for the first time the day of, and just being awed. They are truly masters of their craft. I can't recommend or thank them enough for helping making our day perfect.
Adisa, 6 months ago
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JL Original Designs LLC 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA
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The JL Original Designs team brings over 40 years of experience in the wedding and event industry. We emphasize continuous learning, innovative techniques, and custom installations. Our services include floral design, graphic design, stationery, custom builds, full-service planning, and day-of coordination.

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JL Designs was, hands down, the best vendor we worked with for our wedding. From the first consultation to the final breakdown, they made the entire process effortless and enjoyable. We genuinely had zero stress on the big day thanks to their flawless execution and professionalism. Their pricing was more than reasonable—honestly, with how incredible everything turned out, they could’ve charged double and it still would’ve been worth it. The floral designs were breathtaking, and they went above and beyond to bring our unique, non-traditional vision to life with creativity, fun, and unmatched attention to detail. What really stood out was their openness and patience. We asked a lot of questions (like, a lot), and the JL Designs team never made us feel rushed or overwhelmed. They were collaborative, responsive, and truly excited to explore new ideas with us. The brainstorming process felt like working with old friends who just happened to be insanely talented floral artists. When we saw the final result on our wedding day, we were absolutely floored. It was more beautiful than we ever imagined. JL Designs exceeded every single expectation—and then some. If you're a future bride looking for a floral team that's experienced, visionary, and truly invested in making your day unforgettable, run, don’t walk, to book them. You will not regret it.
Elizabeth, 6 months ago
Avenue Design Studio 

4.9

  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA
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Avenue Design Studio is a travel wedding and special event florist, based in the Florida Panhandle and cover the entire East Coast! We have brought beautiful arrangements to our brides since 2015 and are looking forward to continued success in helping our couples make beautiful memories.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ben and Chad at Avenue Design Studio were absolutely incredible to work with for our wedding flowers. Their communication throughout the planning process was easygoing yet knowledgeable, answering all of my questions and offering suggestions when needed. The end result was amazing - the floral arrangements were everything I dreamed of and more on our special day. Their hard work and dedication in bringing my vision to life was clear. I would highly recommend Avenue Design Studio to any bride looking for florists who listen to what you want and work tirelessly to make it a reality while adding their own creative touches.
Lauren B., 2 years ago
Kishmish Event Stylist 

4.4

  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA
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Hello everyone! My name is Mishall (Kishmish) I am the owner of Kishmish Event Stylist. I want to make sure everyone has a beautiful wedding day no matter the budget. We all know a wedding is a very important milestone and an event that everyone always dreams of. I would love to help every bride and groom turn their dream into reality.

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From the moment we reached out to Kishmish Event Stylist, their communication was amazing, fast, and fantastic. The quality of their floral arrangements and overall event styling was extravagant, incredible, and great. They made the entire process easy and fun, quickly bringing our wedding vision to life in a way that exceeded our expectations. Kishmish Event Stylist truly went above and beyond to make our special day unforgettable.
Harpreet and S., 8 months ago
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Cascade Queen Designs 

5.0

  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

Cascade Queen Designs LLC is a wedding floral arrangement studio based in Brick, New Jersey. Offering couples a wide range of beautifully created arrangements, this studio can help had an organic flourish to your wedding day. Specializing in wooden flower arrangements, this studio can create a personalized creation tailored to your long-awaited celebration.

Awarded Best of Zola
Cascade Queen Designs did a fantastic job with the florals for our wedding. Throughout the planning process, they were extremely responsive, professional, and helpful in understanding our vision. The final arrangements were gorgeous and well-put together, exactly what we wanted for our special day. The flowers were ready well in advance, which was greatly appreciated. CQD also assisted us by providing pick up and delivery for some of our rental items. Their communication and execution were top notch. I'd highly recommend their services for any bride looking for a florist who really listens and delivers beautiful arrangements.
Emily I., 2 years ago
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Bupp Woodworks & Designs - Flower Preservation 

5.0

  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

***Pricing, options, and the process can be found on our website.*** Welcome to our award-winning flower preservation company, the nation's leading expert in heirloom keepsakes- meticulously handcrafted in small batches. We offer professional flower preservation services so you can cherish your wedding bouquet flowers forever! Accepting fresh, dried, and artificial bouquets from across the USA. All couples welcome. Let us turn your special flowers into a cherished piece of art. Limited availability, book your spot today!

We shipped our wedding flowers from Hawaii to Chicago and were blown away with what we received. SO grateful for Bupp Woodworks and the beautiful pieces they created from our wedding. Absolutely worth the wait, now we’ll forever get to keep those precious memories. If you’re thinking about booking with them, definitely do it. It’s more than worth it, they’re so good at what they do. We can’t thank you enough and love them so much️
Alex P., a year ago
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Bloom Culture: Do-it-yourself Wedding Flowers 

4.9

  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

Bloom Culture helps couples DIY their wedding flowers with confidence — even if you’ve never arranged flowers before. We ship wholesale flowers to your door and provide a full plan that shows you what to order, how much you need, and how to put everything together. You’ll know exactly how many stems go into each bouquet, centerpiece, boutonniere — and how to assemble them step-by-step. Choose one of our DIY flower kits or get a custom plan based on your colors, style, and budget.

Awarded Best of Zola
Bloom Culture: Do-it-Yourself Wedding Flowers was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very first inquiry, their communication was prompt, kind, and professional. They answered all of my specific questions with personal responses, making the DIY flower process so easy and stress-free. The quality of their work was consistent, thorough, and truly showed how much they cared about making our day special. We saved so much money going the DIY route with Bloom Culture, and it allowed us to create so many wonderful memories putting the arrangements together with our wedding party. I highly recommend Bloom Culture to any couples looking for a reliable, affordable, and caring florist for their wedding. I wanted to do my own flowers to honor my grandmother who was a florist. She passed a few months before the wedding and I just know she would have absolutely loved it and we got to honor her in this way.
Madden H., a year ago
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Flower Barn at Locust Pointe 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

We are a luxury floral design studio and boutique flower farm nestled along the New Jersey coastline. Servicing NJ, NY and PA. We draw inspiration from the timeless charm of a lush European Cottage garden aesthetic. Our floristry embraces the true beauty of the seasons. We love ALL color: whites & greens, whites & blues, whites & blush, autumnal, jewel tones, pastels. Nothing inspires us more than your love story and the singular vision you have for your day. One of our biggest advantages here, is we grow our own stems, allowing us to offer exceptional varieties that most traditional florists simply can't source at an affordable price.

Awarded Best of Zola
I couldn't recommend Flower Barn at Locust Pointe more highly! Ulana and her team were responsive, professional, and extremely organized throughout the entire planning process. Their floral designs were absolutely stunning - creative, gorgeous, and full of unique personality. They went above and beyond to bring my vision to life, and the florals and tablescapes were even more beautiful than the inspiration photos I shared. All of our guests were amazed by the flowers, and I'm still receiving compliments on them months later. Ulana and her team are not only incredibly talented, but also hardworking and a pleasure to work with. I trusted them completely with my big day, and they exceeded all of my expectations. If you're looking for a florist that will deliver exceptional quality and service, I highly recommend Flower Barn at Locust Pointe!
Kathryn P., 4 months ago
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Pick A Bloom-Preserved & Dried Florist-Shipped Nationwide 

5.0

  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

Pick a Bloom was founded on love and laughter in small-town Surry, Virginia by us, a mother daughter duo, who wanted to see our vision of fresh flower alternatives bloom to life. We work primarily with 100% REAL preserved and dried flowers and foliage.

Awarded Best of Zola
Pick A Bloom was the perfect florist for our wedding day. From the very beginning, their communication was fast and responsive, which put us at ease during the planning process. The floral arrangements they created were absolutely beautiful and high quality, perfectly matching the vision we had for our special day. We were thrilled with the exceptional service and value that Pick A Bloom provided, and would highly recommend them to any couple looking for a talented, professional florist.
Skylar H., a year ago
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Events By Kelly's Florist 

4.5

  • Starts at $7,500
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

Growing up on a tree farm, plants quickly became part of my life. Observing how they grow, getting excited by the seasonal changes, and foraging to create arrangements became my passion. I love weddings and celebrations and incorporating flowers and greenery and unexpected touches.

I'm still so in love with the florals Kelly created for our wedding! We wanted to focus on using seasonal, local florals (as much as possible for a November wedding) and Kelly totally got our vision. She was super easy and fun to work with. Using seasonal flowers, we didn't know what exactly what would end up being available, but we totally trusted Kelly—it was clear she put so much thought and love into her floral designs. The final product was more beautiful than I could have imagined. Thank you Kelly for everything!
Katie M., a year ago
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The Little Florist LLC 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

The Little Florist LLC is here for all your floral needs to turn your vision to your reality for your wedding or event! I welcome your ideas and themes and will collaborate with you to make your wedding unique and beautiful!

The Little Florist LLC was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Karen's communication style was precise, clear, and responsive throughout the entire 4 months we spent planning. The quality of her work was simply stunning - the florals were beautifully crafted with a creative eye and they were truly eye-catching. Karen sent us regular progress pictures and videos, and she even helped us pivot our plans at the last minute to ensure we could use all the florals indoors or outdoors due to the crazy weather. I never once worried about our florals, as Karen was so reasonable and accommodating. It all came together perfectly on our wedding day, and we couldn't be happier with the results from The Little Florist LLC!
Meaghan B., 7 months ago
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Daughter’s Floral Design 

5.0

  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

Serving Greater Philadelphia, Central PA, the Jersey Shore and beyond, Daughter's Floral Design is a boutique operation serving intimate gatherings to large events. From bouquets to grand installations, we can't wait to work with you to bring your wedding visions to life.

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My husband and I had the privilege of working with Grace for our wedding, and we can't recommend her enough! Grace was knowledgeable, professional, and went above and beyond to work within our budget to bring our floral vision to life. When I decided to add new elements weeks before the wedding, she seamlessly accommodated the changes. On the wedding day, she delivered our bouquets early and set up at the venue immediately after. She even returned the next day to handle the breakdown while we hosted out-of-town family. Grace's dedication made everything stress-free and beautiful!
Maggie H., a year ago
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Luci Floral Design 

5.0

  • Starts at $9,500
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

Luci Floral Design's custom flower arrangements for events are a testament to the beauty of locally sourced farm flowers, curated with a keen understanding of seasonal blooms and the aesthetics of your special occasion. Each arrangement is meticulously crafted to reflect the unique essence of the event, infusing a sense of natural elegance and charm that elevates every moment. At Luci Floral Design, we take pride in our meticulous event process. From the initial consultation to the final execution, we ensure that every detail is carefully planned

Luci did our flowers for our wedding on 9/25/21. I am a covid wedding that needed to be postponed from 2020. She did an amazing job and went above and beyond to make sure our wedding was special. When I had any concerns, she would jump on a call with me to re assure me everything was going to be taken care of. She made me 10 bridesmaid bouquets, 2 bouquets for my mom and mother in law, a gorgeous bouquet for myself, an extra boutonniere, and even added flowers to our cake (which was very bare) without us having to ask. Not to mention 16 different sized floral center pieces and greenery for our kings table. She is reasonably priced, uses seasonal flowers, and goes the extra mile for her clients. You will NOT be disappointed if you hire Luci.
Carly c., 4 years ago
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Bucks County Blooms, LLC 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA
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Whether you’re looking for a full-service florist or need assistance in bringing your wedding flower dreams to reality, we are here to help. We take joy in guiding brides through their floral journey, whether it’s by creating bespoke arrangements or teaching them the art of DIY wedding florals. Together, let’s celebrate the beauty of flowers and embrace the art of living life in full bloom with Bucks County Blooms.

Awarded Best of Zola
I’m so happy I found Sheryl with Bucks County Blooms and chose her to do the florals for my wedding! From the very beginning, she was so personable and helpful! She made sure to fully understand my vision and really brought it to life on our wedding night! Sheryl was the sweetest lady and went above and beyond my expectations with her AMAZING floral designs. She was so nice to work with and provided us with so many beautiful arrangements at a wonderful price! Her and the team set up everything so perfectly on our wedding night and we received so many compliments about the gorgeous flowers! All of the centerpieces and bouquets looked stunning and held up all night long. We would recommend Sheryl to anyone looking for florals for their weddings! You will not be disappointed!
Vivian R., 4 months ago
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Gothic Ties 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

We are an Alternative Wedding Florist! We service all of Eastern Pennsylvania (Jim Thorpe, Philadelphia, Poconos, Harrisburg, Lehigh Valley), New Jersey and we are willing to travel so please do not hesitate to send an inquiry! We specialize in creating alternative weddings for our alternative clients.

My experience with Gothic Ties and working with Lizzy was so incredible. She’s professional and knowledgeable and yet can so easily capture the vibe of what you’re going for. I could’ve given her one word for what I wanted for my florals and she would’ve hit the nail right on the head. The quality of the flowers were impeccable and lasted so long. She has a natural eye for design. I had complete faith in her through the whole process. Everything she touches turns out beautiful. I can’t recommend her services enough!!!
Sarah, 2 months ago
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Le Jardin De Nkusu 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Trexlertown, PA

Le Jardin de Nkusu is floral design studio specialized in full Wedding services & Events We describe our style as organic and garden style. We also provide flowers for your elopement/ micro wedding in NJ and NYC. We serve NJ, NY, CT and PA.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I worked with Nkusu and her team for our wedding in May 2025 and absolutely loved it! Firstly, they brought our vision to life and made the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception spaces so beautiful. I was also blown away by the bouquet for both myself and my bridesmaids. Admittedly, I know very little about flowers so I was very nervous and intimidated by the thought of working with a florist, however, Nkusu is one of the kindest souls I know and made the process so easy and enjoyable. She was also always very accommodating and flexible in regards to meeting times and add ons. I can’t recommend Nkusu and her team enough for your next special occasion!!
Alison, 6 months ago