The short answer
Ontario's fall flower season runs from September into early November, until hard frost. The stars are dahlias, chrysanthemums, celosia, zinnias, sunflowers, and golden grasses, in warm tones of amber, rust, and burgundy.
Golden Hour Blooms Co., a wildflower florist in Markham, builds fall bouquets from these seasonal stems, from $50.
The Ontario fall flower calendar
| Month | What's blooming |
|---|---|
| September | Dahlias at their peak, zinnias, sunflowers, cosmos, celosia |
| October | Dahlias until frost, chrysanthemums, amaranth, grasses, rose hips |
| November | Chrysanthemums, dried grasses and seed heads, greenhouse stems |
Exact timing depends on the weather each year. The first hard frost usually ends the field dahlia season. See the full year.
The stars of fall
- Dahlias. Huge, layered blooms in every colour. Enjoy them while they last; they're a short-season treat.
- Chrysanthemums. Far more than the grocery-store pot. Spider and spoon varieties are stunning, and they last up to two weeks.
- Celosia. Velvety plumes and crests that add rich texture.
- Grasses and seed heads. The golden, gathered feel of a fall field.
"Fall is when the meadow turns gold. It's our favourite season to make bouquets."
Why fall bouquets last
Cooler weather is kinder to cut flowers, and stems like chrysanthemums and grasses are naturally long-lasting. Follow our care tips and a fall bouquet can look beautiful well into its second week.
Fall occasions
Fall bouquets are perfect for Thanksgiving, Diwali, autumn birthdays, and just-because days as the evenings get shorter.
How to order in Markham or Whitby
Golden Hour Blooms Co. is a wildflower florist in Markham, Ontario, with a second maker in Whitby. Every bouquet is hand-tied to order by the two founders, Cecile and Natasha, and delivered on a scheduled date across Markham and Whitby. Order by email at hello@goldenhourbloomsco.com or Instagram DM at @goldenhourbloomsco, 3 to 5 days ahead.
| Size | Price | Stems |
|---|---|---|
| First Light | From $50 | 8 to 10 stems |
| Softest Hour | From $70 | 10 to 14 stems |
| The Whole Meadow | From $125 | 14 to 18 stems |
Catch the season while it lasts.
Fall wildflower bouquets from $50, delivered across Markham and Whitby on the date you choose.
First published September 23, 2026. Last updated September 23, 2026.