Flower Season Calendar – What Blooms When in Austria
Flower Season Calendar — Month by Month
Which flowers bloom when? Your complete guide to seasonal availability in Austria
Seasonal flowers are fresher, last longer, cost less and have a smaller carbon footprint. This calendar shows what's at its best every month — so you always choose flowers at their peak.
Spring (March – May)
March — The Awakening
- Tulips: The undisputed spring star. Every color imaginable. Peak season begins.
- Daffodils (Narcissus): Bright yellow trumpets announcing spring. Affordable and cheerful.
- Hyacinths: Intensely fragrant. Blue, pink, white and purple.
- Ranunculus: Layers of delicate paper-thin petals. Romantic and popular for weddings.
- Anemones: Bold centers with delicate petals. Dramatic and elegant.
April — Full Bloom
- Tulips: Absolute peak — widest variety including parrot and fringed types.
- Lilac (Syringa): Fragrant sprays in purple, white and pink. Short season — enjoy it!
- Cherry blossoms: Delicate pink and white branches. Fleeting beauty.
- Fritillaria: Unique checkerboard-patterned bells. Unusual and eye-catching.
- Sweet peas: Season starts. Fragrant, ruffled and romantic.
May — Abundance
- Peonies: The star of May–June. Lush, fragrant and deeply romantic. Short season — don't miss it.
- Lily of the Valley: Tiny white bells with an unforgettable scent. Traditional May flower.
- Allium: Purple spheres on tall stems. Architectural and long-lasting.
- Garden roses: First David Austin roses appear. Fragrance season begins.
- Irises: Elegant sword-shaped blooms in blue, purple and yellow.
Peony window: Peonies are available for roughly 6 weeks (mid-May to late June in Austria). They cannot be stored — when they're gone, they're gone until next year. If you love peonies, order early in the season.
Summer (June – August)
June — Romance
- Peonies: Last weeks of the season. Buy now or wait a year.
- Roses: Peak garden rose season. Best quality, most variety, best fragrance.
- Delphiniums: Tall spikes in electric blue. Dramatic in arrangements.
- Sweet peas: Peak fragrance and availability. Pastels and bicolors.
- Lavender: Fragrant, calming. Fresh and dried.
July — Summer Peak
- Sunflowers: Season begins. Pure summer joy. Vase care guide.
- Dahlias: Explosion of shapes and colors. Season runs through October.
- Lisianthus: Rose-like blooms in pastel and deep shades. Long vase life.
- Gladiolus: Tall, dramatic spikes. Bold and architectural.
- Zinnias: Bright, cheerful and heat-loving. Cottage garden favorites.
August — Golden Days
- Sunflowers: Peak season. Largest and most affordable.
- Dahlias: Full variety available — dinner plate, cactus, pompon, ball types.
- Hydrangeas: Peak garden blooms. Large, dramatic and available in many colors.
- Rudbeckia (Black-eyed Susan): Golden yellow with dark centers. Late summer classic.
- Celosia: Velvet-textured blooms in red, orange and pink. Unique and eye-catching.
Autumn (September – November)
September — Transition
- Dahlias: Still going strong — the last hurrah before frost.
- Chrysanthemums: Season begins. The autumn flower par excellence.
- Asters: Daisy-like blooms in purple, pink and white. Late-season charm.
- Ornamental grasses: Pampas grass, fountain grass. Texture and movement.
- Rosehips: From wild roses — red and orange berries for autumn arrangements.
October–November — Warm Tones
- Chrysanthemums: Peak season. All Saints' Day (November 1) is the biggest chrysanthemum day in Austria.
- Heather (Erica): Hardy, long-lasting pink and white blooms for outdoor displays.
- Autumn berries: Hypericum, viburnum, snowberry — texture and color for arrangements.
- Decorative cabbage/kale: Ornamental purple and green rosettes for outdoor containers.
Winter (December – February)
December — Festive
- Poinsettias: The Christmas plant. Red, white, pink.
- Amaryllis (Hippeastrum): Dramatic trumpet flowers. The showstopper of winter.
- Hellebores (Christmas Rose): Blooms in the coldest months. Elegant and hardy.
- Ilex (Holly): Classic red berries and glossy leaves for festive décor.
- Conifer branches: Pine, spruce, cedar — fragrant green for wreaths and garlands.
January–February — Hope Returns
- Tulips: Dutch greenhouse tulips arrive from January. First sign of spring.
- Anemones: Early bloomers in bold colors. Available from February.
- Ranunculus: Season starts again. Perfect for Valentine's Day bouquets.
- Mimosa (Acacia): Bright yellow fluffy sprays. Fragrant, festive. Popular for International Women's Day (March 8).
- Snowdrops & Crocus: The very first garden blooms. Hope personified.
Available Year-Round
- Roses: Always available (Ecuador, Colombia, Kenya, Netherlands). Quality peaks in spring/summer.
- Carnations: 365 days a year. Affordable and long-lasting.
- Chrysanthemums: Year-round production, but best in autumn.
- Gerberas: Always available from Dutch greenhouses.
- Lilies: Year-round from Netherlands and South America.
- Orchids: Available year-round. Mostly from Thailand, Netherlands and Taiwan.
- Eucalyptus: Year-round foliage from Italy, Israel and Portugal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Seasonal flowers are fresher (shorter transport), last longer in the vase, cost less (abundant supply), look better (grown in optimal conditions) and have a smaller environmental footprint (less air freight). A seasonal bouquet also feels more connected to the time of year — tulips in spring, sunflowers in summer, dahlias in autumn.
Very difficult and expensive. Peonies are strictly seasonal (May–June in Europe). Some are imported from the Southern Hemisphere (Chile, New Zealand) in December–January, but availability is limited and prices are 3–4x higher. For winter romance, consider ranunculus or garden roses as alternatives — they share the lush, romantic aesthetic.
January: Amaryllis. February: Tulips/Ranunculus. March: Daffodils. April: Lilac. May: Peonies. June: Garden Roses. July: Sunflowers. August: Dahlias. September: Asters. October: Chrysanthemums. November: Berries/Autumn mix. December: Poinsettia/Amaryllis. Or simply ask your florist for "the best of the season" — they'll create something beautiful with what's freshest.
