Tuberose: Trumpet shaped blossoms in pale pink and white appear in clusters along a sturdy, thick, light green stem. This variety has a sweet pervasive smell that will remind you of the tropics. One stem will perfume an entire room. Tuberose has grown in popularity and is now available year-round.

Tulip: Any of an assortment of bulb varieties available in almost every color. Each tall, succulent stem ends with one blossom made of smooth, flat petals. The blooms vary in size from medium to large and are available from early spring through the summer. Tulip varieties also include the ruffled parrot tulip and the large French tulip.

Veronica: This is a long tapered flower, dense with blooms. Veronica is available in shades of blue, red and pink and can be found all summer long.

Viburnum: Similar in shape to hydrangea, viburnum is a light green, pompom shaped flower. Each larger flower is made up of a group of smaller blossoms. They are not the best choice for bouquets since they are quite delicate and wilt easily. They are reasonably priced and available in summer.

Violet: Available in white, blue, and most commonly, purple. These tiny delicate flowers have a sweet, subtle fragrance and are available in the spring. Their dramatic color makes them ideal for decorating the wedding cake.

Wax Flower: Clusters of small, waxy flowers available in reds and purples. These hearty, star-shaped blooms hold up well in bridal bouquets and are available in the spring through the fall.

Zephyr Lily: Available in white, yellow and shades of pink, the zephyr is smaller than most lilies, making it a quaint addition to any bouquet. Zephyrs bloom from the summer through fall.

Zinnia: Available with both single or double blooms, zinnias, with their pointed ray petals, occur in almost every color imaginable. They are both hearty and affordable, and can be found for most of the year.