Let’s talk about how a Tennessee bride decided to spice up her wedding without breaking the bank.
Taylor Weikel took a unique route to cut down on her wedding expenses by starting her own flower garden in preparation for the big day. Not only did this help her save a ton of money, but it also caught the attention of social media users. The sports and branding marketing coordinator, who tied the knot in 2023, shared a TikTok video on May 12, showcasing her flower preps.
According to The Knot, the average cost of a wedding bouquet in the U.S. was around $2,800 in 2023. However, like any wedding cost, this figure can fluctuate based on the couple’s budget and preferences. Weikel dabbled in amateur floristry to dodge these unpredictable expenses.
Weikel enlightened us that wedding flower prices can vary enormously depending on the vibe you’re going for. She estimated her supply costs at $300, with seed packets only setting her back $1.99.
Weikel and her husband planted a variety of flowers in their garden including marigolds, zinnias, carnations, ranunculus, asters, cosmos, and more. With a six-month engagement, they opted for flowers that would bloom in time for the wedding.
“We knew that baby’s breath and roses wouldn’t be ready in time for our wedding, so we planned in advance to incorporate them as needed,” Weikel shared. Despite facing challenges, the couple’s labor bore fruit as they had an abundance of flowers to embellish their big day without rushing to pick them.
Since hitting TikTok in May, Weikel’s floral hack has gained massive attention, clocking over 15.4 million views.
Users are buzzing about it too. “@paigeleffler770” exclaimed, “I love this idea, but how would it work for a May 2025 wedding?” Another user, “@sarah.jws,” chimed in, “I’m doing this now for my wedding next year!” And a third user, “@amandyx3,” hailed it as “brilliant.”
Weikel managed to save a substantial amount of cash, though the couple had to make some compromises on their floral designs due to their DIY approach.
“I wanted a white bridal bouquet filled with roses and a mix of colors. So, we did some window shopping at the local florist,” Weikel shared.
After weighing the costs, the couple passed on the florist’s services. They soon realized that Weikel’s rose dream wouldn’t bloom in time for the wedding. To sidestep further disappointments, they honed their planning and timing skills.
Weikel from 2023 suggests that following the instructions on the seed packet is key to ensure your flowers bloom in sync with your big day.