Year-round fillers
Fillers add texture, movement, and volume between your focal flowers — and they're a much bigger category than most brides expect. Baby's Breath is a classic, but it's just one of dozens of Filler varieties we carry, from bold architectural spheres to delicate airy sprays. These eleven are available year-round from Portland Wholesale Florist. Plan for 20–30% of your total stem count to be fillers.
| Filler flower | Character | Bunch size | Tips |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby's Breath (Gypsophila) | Airy, cloud-like, classic | 25 stems | Available in white and blush. Standard or premium (larger blooms). Goes with everything. |
| Waxflower | Delicate, fragrant, heather-like | 10 stems | White, pink, or lavender. Adds fine texture. Very long-lasting. Mild honey scent. |
| Statice | Papery, dried-look, long-lasting | 10 stems | Purple, white, pink, yellow. Holds up exceptionally well in heat. Good for summer. |
| Hypericum Berries | Bold spherical berries, structural | 10 stems | Red, green, peach, cream. Adds weight and interest. Vase life 10–14 days. |
| Queen Anne’s Lace | Delicate lacy umbrella clusters | 10 stems | White, airy, and romantic. A classic wildflower look that softens any arrangement. |
| Waxed Amaranthus | Dramatic hanging or upright | 5 stems | Green or burgundy. Adds movement and length to hanging arrangements and arches. |
| Solidaster | Feathery golden-yellow clusters | 10 stems | Warm yellow, small daisy-like clusters. Great for autumn arrangements. Budget-friendly with high visual impact. |
| Limonium | Fine airy sprays, sea lavender | 10 stems | White, lavender, or yellow. Similar to statice. Very long-lasting and hardy. |
| Craspedia (Billy Balls) | Bold golden-yellow spheres, architectural | 10 stems | Perfectly round pom-pom blooms on wiry stems. Dries beautifully — a favorite for rustic and modern looks alike. |
| Scabiosa | Pincushion-like, airy stems | 10 stems | White, lavender, or mauve. Delicate and romantic. Good for garden-style arrangements. |
| Astrantia | Intricate star-shaped, cottage style | 10 stems | White, pink, or burgundy. Beloved in garden-style and wildflower arrangements. |
Want to see the full range? These eleven are just a starting point — browse all Filler flowers by type to explore the complete selection.
Seasonal fillers not listed here: Sweet Peas (spring), Cosmos (summer–fall), Lavender (summer). See the Monthly Availability Guide for seasonal options.