Types of Flowers: Focals, Fillers, and More!
Types of Flowers You Should Know
When it comes to creating bouquets and floral arrangements, the possibilities are endless. There are hundreds of types of flowers to choose from, and all of them fall into one of four groups: focal flowers, filler flowers, greenery, and line flowers. Knowing these flower types, and how they work together, is the key to choosing the right mix of flowers, and designing them like a pro.
Each of these types of flowers plays an important role in creating a balanced and beautiful arrangement. Focal flowers draw the eye while line flowers add height. Filler flowers fill in gaps, and greenery supports the entire bouquet. Keep reading to learn more about each category, and then discover our comprehensive list of flower types!
1.) Focal Flowers
Focal flowers are what stand out most in an arrangement. Your eye will immediately be drawn to them due to either their size or their eye-catching features! This type of flower usually features one large bloom per stem. You'll want to choose a total of one to four types of focal flowers for your arrangements.
Popular Focal Flower Types:
2.) Filler Flowers
As the name suggests, filler flowers fill out your arrangements and make them look full and complete. In contrast to focal flowers, filler flowers feature clusters of smaller blooms. This type of flower is great for adding volume, texture, and variety to your designs, and for incorporating additional colors in your flowers.
Common Types of Filler Flowers:
3.) Greenery
Although greenery is technically not a type of flower, it is still an essential part of floral design. Greenery puts the finishing touch on your flower arrangements, giving them that lush, overflowing feel. Not only do they add texture and contrast, but they also provide structural support for your blooms.
Greenery Options:
4.) Line Flowers
Line flowers are tall flowers that have multiple blooms per stem. This type of flower defines the shape of an arrangement and, of course, can help to add height. Whether you're wanting to give your arrangement chic structure, or are aiming to create whimsical movement throughout your flowers, line flowers can help you achieve your desired look.
Our Favorite Types of Line Flowers:
Combining Different Types of Flowers
Now that you know these four flower categories, you may be wondering how to put your newfound knowledge into practice. Designing flowers is all about maintaining balance and contrast, while expressing your own unique style!
In general, we recommend picking out one to four focal flowers, and your greenery. From there, decide which filler and line flowers will add the right touches of color and detail!
The bridal bouquet below is a great example of various flower types coming together to create a final product! When you first glance at these blooms, what catches your attention first? You probably noticed the anemones, garden roses, protea, or the ranunculus. These are your focal flowers! After a closer look, you'll start to see the intricate details of the arrangement such as the delicate spray roses and the tall stock flowers.
Our Complete List of Types of Flowers
So how many types of flowers are there? It's hard to give a specific number! A single type of flower may have dozens, if not hundreds, of sub-varieties to choose from. For example, we offer over 100 types of garden roses alone! With that being said, we've done our best to consolidate and compile the most common types of flowers into a list of 152 blooms. We also included a bonus list of 32 types of dried flowers...
Click on any of the links below to see pictures, learn more, and order online.
Types of Focal Flowers:
- Amaryllis
- Anemone
- Anthurium
- Artichokes
- Bird of Paradise
- Calla Lilies
- Carnations
- Daffodils
- Dahlias
- Garden Roses
- Gardenia
- Gerberas
- Hydrangeas
- Kale
- Lilies
- Mums
- Peonies
- Protea
- Ranunculus
- Roses
- Spider Mums
- Sunflowers
- Tulips
- Zinnia
Types of Filler Flowers:
- Agapanthus
- Ageratum
- Allium
- Alstroemeria
- Asclepia
- Asters
- Astilbe
- Astrantia
- Baby's Breath
- Berries
- Bouvardia
- Branches
- Celosia
- Cornflower
- Cosmos
- Craspedia Billy Balls
- Daisies
- Dianthus
- Feverfew
- Forget Me Not
- Foxglove
- Freesia
- Gaillardia
- Godetias
- Gomphrena
- Heather
- Hellebores
- Hyacinth
- Iris
- Kalanchoe
- Kangaroo Paw
- Lace
- Lavender
- Lilac
- Lily of the Valley
- Limonium
- Lisianthus
- Matsumoto
- Monkshood
- Narcissus
- Nerines
- Nigella
- Phlox
- Pods
- Poms
- Rice Flower
- Safflower
- Scabiosa
- Sedum
- Solidago
- Solomio
- Spray Carnations
- Spray Roses
- Star of Bethlehem
- Statice
- Stephanotis
- Straw Flower
- Sweet Peas
- Thistle
- Trachelium
- Tweedia
- Viburnum
- Wax Flower
- Yarrow
Types of Greenery:
- Acacia
- Air Plants
- Aralia
- Aspidistra
- Banana Leaves
- Bay Leaf Greenery
- Boxwood Greenery
- Calathea Leaves
- California Redwood
- Cedar
- Clematis
- Cocculus
- Cypress Greenery
- Dusty Miller
- Elephant Ear
- Emerald Palms
- Eucalyptus
- Feather Fern
- Fiddlehead Fern
- Foxtail
- Grasses
- Holly
- Huckleberry Greens
- Israeli Ruscus
- Italian Ruscus
- Ivy
- Jasmine Vine
- Leather Leaf
- Lily Grass
- Magnolia Greenery
- Mint
- Monstera Leaves
- Moss
- Myrtle Greenery
- Nagi Greenery
- Olive Branches
- Oregano
- Pennycress
- Pepperberry Greens
- Pittosporum
- Plumosa Fern
- Rosemary
- Sage Herb
- Sago Palm
- Salal
- Smillax Vine
- Sprengeri
- Succulents
- Sword Ferns
- Thyme
Types of Line Flowers:
- Amaranthus
- Bells of Ireland
- Buddleia
- Campanulas
- Cat Tails
- Delphinium
- Eremurus
- Gladiolus
- Larkspur
- Liatris
- Orchids
- Snapdragon
- Stock
- Veronica
Types of Dried Flowers:
- Bell Cups
- Broom Bloom
- Bunny Tails
- Canary Grass
- Cleopatra Palm
- Eulalia Grass
- Eucalyptus Pods
- Dried Baby's Breath
- Dried Buttons
- Foxtail Grass
- German Statice
- Ginger
- Gorso Grass
- Heliconia Flowers
- Italian Ruscus
- Lavender
- Linum Flax
- Lunaria
- Nigella Pods
- Pampas Grass
- Palm Caps
- Platys Spiral Cones
- Protea
- Protea Crowns
- Sago Palms
- Straw Flower
- Straw Palm
- Sun Palms
- Trumpet Pods
- Wheat Grass
- Wild Oats
- Yarrow
Ordering Your Flower Online
Now that you know all of your options, you can start planning out and ordering your favorite types of flowers online. Our Make This Look page is a great place to look for inspiration, as is our Pinterest, Instagram, and YouTube.
Want to try create beautiful floral arrangements but don't know where to start? We're here to help! Schedule a consultation with one of our in-house floral experts. They'll guide you through the process, answer questions, and help with design.
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Read More:
- Types of Filler Flowers and Greenery (And Their Meanings!)
- How to Make a DIY Wedding Bouquet
- 13 DIY Wedding Centerpieces Your Budget Will Love
Originally written by Thalia Basulto. Updated by Leah Britt 03/2022
Credits:
All Product Photos: FiftyFlowers
Bouquet Breakdown Picture: Photographer - Jon Sharman Photography, Dress Designer - Martina Liana from Maggie Louise Bridal shop, Caterer: Esplanade, Groom Attire: Jos A. Banks, Band: DNA Entertainment - Memphis
