Short answer: yes. Every arch, flower wall, backdrop, and centerpiece a bride sees in our catalog is a rental, not a purchase — and most San Antonio couples are surprised how much that changes both the price and the planning. Here's how flower rental for a wedding actually works, top to bottom.
What "renting" wedding flowers actually means
Instead of buying fresh flowers that get arranged once and thrown away after the reception, you book faux (artificial) floral pieces for your date — a ceremony arch, a flower wall, table centerpieces, whatever your wedding decor calls for. Our team delivers everything to your venue, sets it up before your ceremony, and comes back after your event to break it down and take it away. You never touch a box, a vase, or a tool.
Because the pieces are faux rather than fresh, the same physical arch or centerpiece gets reused across many weddings instead of being cut and composted after one use — which is part of why rental pricing runs lower than a comparable fresh-flower order.
What can you actually rent?
- Ceremony arches — greenery, half, full, or our premium Camilla style, from $345
- Flower walls — an 8×8ft photo backdrop, from $349
- Backdrops — modular arches and pillars for a welcome table or photo booth, from $295
- Centerpieces — per-table arrangements, $39 each
- Floral chandeliers — a suspended reception centerpiece, $995
- Table runners — $95 for the head table or family-style seating
See the full wedding rental lineup for real prices and photos of every piece, or browse faux flower rentals for events if you're planning something outside a wedding, like a shower or corporate event.
How much does renting save vs. buying fresh?
A comparable fresh ceremony arch from a traditional florist often runs into the thousands once you add labor for a same-day build, and it's gone the moment the reception ends. Our faux Greenery Arch starts at $345 and can be booked as little as one day out if it's premade and available. The gap widens further on anything that needs to survive an outdoor Texas ceremony — fresh florals can visibly wilt within a couple of hours in real summer heat, while a faux piece looks the same at your last dance as it did at your first photo.
Quick answer: Yes, you can rent instead of buy. Rental pieces cost less than a comparable fresh order, hold up through a full outdoor event, and include delivery, setup, and breakdown — you never touch a box.
Real rental pricing
| Piece | Starting Price | What's Included |
|---|---|---|
| Ceremony Arch | $345 | Delivery, setup, breakdown |
| Flower Wall | $349 | 8×8ft backdrop, custom color option |
| Backdrop Set | $295 | Modular arch/pillar combo |
| Centerpieces | $39 each | Ordered per table |
| Floral Chandelier | $995 | Reception focal point |
What's included with every rental
Delivery to your venue, professional on-site setup before your ceremony, and breakdown and pickup after your event — that's standard on every rental, no separate line item. Any color palette can be custom-matched with about two months' notice; premade pieces already in inventory can be booked as little as one day before your date if it's open.
How far in advance should you book?
For a standard color palette using pieces already in our inventory, you can book surprisingly close to your date — sometimes just a day out. If you want a custom color match for your specific palette, plan on reaching out at least two months ahead so our team has time to hand-build the pieces correctly. Peak wedding season (April–June, September–November) books up fastest, so earlier is always safer if you already know your date.
Renting vs. buying: which actually makes sense?
If your florals only need to exist for one day and then get thrown away or given to guests, renting almost always wins on price and effort — you're not paying for something you'll never use again, and you're not responsible for setup or cleanup. Buying fresh still makes sense for a few specific things, like a bridal bouquet you want to actually keep, or a boutonniere someone's pinning on the morning of. For the big structural pieces — the arch, the wall, the backdrop — rental is the more practical call for the vast majority of couples we work with.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cheaper to rent flowers than buy them for a wedding?
Generally yes, especially for large structural pieces like arches and flower walls. A comparable fresh arrangement from a traditional florist often costs significantly more once you add same-day labor, and it can't be reused after your event.
Do rented wedding flowers look real?
Yes — our faux pieces are built to look real up close and in photos, and unlike fresh flowers they won't wilt under event lighting or outdoor heat during your ceremony and reception.
What's included when you rent wedding flowers from Flower Rent & Co?
Delivery to your venue, professional on-site setup before your ceremony, and breakdown and pickup after your event are all included — you never assemble or return anything yourself.
Can rented flowers be matched to my wedding colors?
Yes, any piece can be custom-built in your exact palette with about two months' advance notice. Premade pieces in current inventory can sometimes be booked as little as one day out.
How far from San Antonio do you deliver rented wedding flowers?
We serve San Antonio and up to 120 miles out, including Austin, New Braunfels, Boerne, Canyon Lake, Seguin, Kerrville, and Fredericksburg — minimum order size increases with distance. See our Service Areas page for details.
Ready to see real pricing for your wedding?
Tell us your venue, palette, and date and we'll help you build the right combination of rental pieces for your budget.
Call (210) 920-4003