Autumn flowers in season
Cut flowers, branches and foliage in season in autumn (Northern Hemisphere), with vase life, fragrance, pet safety and this season's holiday price surges.
Cut flowers in season
| Flower | Vase life | Fragrance | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysanthemum | 10–14 days | Light | mildly toxic |
| Globe amaranth | 10–14 days | None | — |
| Zinnia | 5–7 days | None | ✓ ASPCA non-toxic |
| Dahlia | 4–6 days | None | mildly toxic |
| Celosia | 7–10 days | None | ✓ ASPCA non-toxic |
| Cosmos | 5–7 days | None | — |
| Marigold | 7–10 days | Strong | — |
| China aster | 7–10 days | None | ✓ ASPCA non-toxic |
| Gladiolus | 7–10 days | None | mildly toxic |
| Solidago (goldenrod) | 7–10 days | None | — |
Branches and foliage in season
Year-round staples
RoseLilyCarnationGerbera daisyLisianthusBaby's breathBird of paradiseOrchids (cut)Calla lilyStaticeAnthuriumDendrobium orchidCraspedia (billy buttons)AlstroemeriaHeliconiaStar of Bethlehem (Ornithogalum)Bouvardia
What florists should know
Holidays this season
- Teachers' Day — Chinese mainland · 1.2–1.5× · 14 days ahead
FAQ
What flowers are in season in autumn?
Cut flowers: Chrysanthemum, Globe amaranth, Zinnia, Dahlia, Celosia, Cosmos, Marigold, China aster, Gladiolus, Solidago (goldenrod). Branches and foliage: Maple branches, Winterberry, Osmanthus, Lotus pod, Cotton stems.
Which autumn flowers last longest?
Among this season's cut flowers: Chrysanthemum, Globe amaranth, Celosia, Marigold.
Which autumn flowers fade fastest?
Dahlia usually last only a few days; deliver them the same or next day and avoid making them far ahead.
Which autumn holidays push flower prices up?
Teachers' Day (carnation, sunflower, typically 1.2–1.5×).