Tulip, peony, hydrangea, rose and chrysanthemum: the months when local production peaks in Turkey, and alternatives.
A flower bought in season is both fresher and better priced. The calendar below is based on local and imported products arriving at the Istanbul flower market; it can shift by one to two weeks from year to year depending on weather.
Spring (March – May)
This is the season for tulips, hyacinths, daffodils and peonies. Peonies are available locally only from late April to early June and are the favourite for Mother's Day. In tulip bouquets the stems keep growing in water; bending in the vase is normal.
Summer (June – August)
Hydrangea, sunflower, lavender, gerbera and wildflowers stand out. In hot weather bouquets drink faster, so check the water daily and keep the bouquet cool. Because this is the peak wedding season we recommend ordering bridal bouquets three to four months ahead.
Autumn (September – November)
Warm-toned bouquets of chrysanthemum, dahlia, autumn foliage and dried grasses are in vogue. It is also the season for our dried-flower collection: pampas, lagurus and wheat heads are ideal for long-lasting décor.
Winter (December – February)
Rose, lily, orchid, amaryllis and ranunculus are the winter flowers. Because demand for roses soars on Valentine's Day, prices rise a week earlier; our 10% early-order discount for orders placed seven days ahead aims to offset this.
Available all year
- Rose (local production May–November, imported in other months)
- Orchid and anthurium (potted and cut)
- Chrysanthemum, carnation, alstroemeria and gerbera (year-round in greenhouses)
Special days and the flower calendar
- 14 February – Valentine's Day: demand for red roses rises six to eight times; early ordering and a 13:00 cut-off apply.
- Second Sunday of May – Mother's Day: peonies, tulips, hydrangeas and pastel bouquets; orders seven days ahead get 10% off.
- June and September: wedding season; reserve dates three to four months ahead for bridal bouquets and venue flowers.
- 24 November – Teachers' Day: succulents, potted plants and small bouquets stand out.
Following the seasonal calendar affects not only price but also environmental footprint: local flowers in season produce markedly less carbon than imported flowers flown in. That is why for special-day orders we also suggest the season's local flowers as an alternative.
In summary
Choosing flowers in season is the smartest choice for freshness, price and the environment. If you do not know which flower is at its best in the market that week, just write your colour and budget in the order note and let our designer pick the freshest that morning.
