Planning Your DIY Wedding Florals
Planning Your DIY Wedding Florals: What You Need to Know
If you're considering a DIY approach to your wedding flowers, we love that for you! DIY is a great option for couples who want to be hands-on, get creative, and stick to a budget while still enjoying farm-fresh blooms. At Mountain Field Farm, we offer flexible DIY Flower Pulls to support that—but it’s important to know: DIY means you're in charge of the design decisions.
We’re here to supply stunning, seasonal flowers—not custom planning. Our DIY Pulls are best suited for folks who already have a general sense of what they want to create and feel confident making those decisions on their own (or have a flower-savvy friend who’s ready to jump in).
Why DIY Might Be Right for You
You love the idea of arranging your own flowers or having a creative friend or family member take the lead.
You’re working within a budget but still want beautiful, seasonal blooms.
You don’t need help figuring out how many stems or bouquets—you're good to go with some general guidance.
If that sounds like you, let’s break down the general guidelines on how to estimate your floral needs.
How Many Stems Do I Need?
While every event and design style is different, here’s a handy average stem count guide to help you estimate what you might need:
Personal Flowers
Bridal Bouquet: 25–35 stems
Bridesmaid Bouquet: 15–20 stems
Boutonnière: 3–5 stems
Corsage: 5–7 stems
Flower Crown: 10–15 stems
Centerpieces
Small bud vase: 3–5 stems
Mason jar / Pint-sized: 8–12 stems
Medium centerpiece (5–6" vase): 15–20 stems
Lush large centerpiece (6–8" vase): 25–30 stems
Ceremony + Decor
Arbor floral spray: Minimum 30–50 stems
Full arbor coverage: Minimum 100+ stems
Cake Flowers: 5–10 stems
Garland accents: 10–15 stems per 6 ft section
These are just estimates. If you want something extra full or a little extra peace of mind, bump up a stem count or two.
Use Our Flower Box Calculator
Still not sure which size to go with? We made it easy. Try our Flower Box Calculator to estimate what pull package you need. You may need more than one!
Let’s Talk Support (or Lack Thereof)
Our DIY Flower Pulls are all about giving you the freedom to create something uniquely yours. Because this option is designed to be hands-off on our end, it doesn’t include consultations, stem count calculations, or design guidance.
We’ll provide the freshest seasonal blooms and a beautiful, cohesive palette—you bring your creativity and vision to life (or hand it off to a flower-loving friend). Our time is devoted to growing and preparing these blooms with care, and that’s where we stay focused. If you’d prefer a little more guidance, inquire about our À La Carte or Full-Service Design options. We also want to gently remind you that specific flower types are not guaranteed. We harvest what's in bloom at the time of your event, aiming to match your desired color palette as closely as nature allows.
Flower Care & Timing
To get the best results from your blooms, we recommend picking up your flowers 1 to 2 days before your event. This allows you time to hydrate, condition, and arrange them while keeping them at their freshest.
Basic care tips:
Keep flowers in clean buckets with fresh, cool water.
Store them in a cool, shaded space—away from direct sun, wind, or heat.
Remove any foliage that will sit below the water line.
Give stems a fresh angled cut before placing in water.
Please note: you are responsible for the care, storage, and handling of your flowers once they leave the farm. DIY means taking full ownership of timing and prep to ensure your flowers look their best on the big day.
DIY can be incredibly rewarding, and it’s a beautiful way to bring your own style to your wedding day. Just make sure you’re up for the challenge—and ready to take the lead.
We’re here with the flowers. You’ve got the rest.