Wedding Flower Petal Calculator

How many petals do I need for my aisle?

The amount of petals depends heavily on your desired "Density" or coverage style. Here is a breakdown of the standard industry calculations used by florists:

• Light Scatter (Romantic): About 20 petals per square foot. This creates a whimsical look where the ground is clearly visible between petals.
• Moderate Coverage: About 50 petals per square foot. This is the standard "aisle runner" look with even distribution but some ground showing.
• Dense Coverage: About 100 petals per square foot. Use this if you want the petals to touch each other with very little floor visibility.
• Mound / Carpet: 200+ petals per square foot. This creates a lush, thick layer of petals, often used for luxury weddings.

Real vs. Silk Petals

Silk Petals: Usually sold in bags of 1,000 or 3,000. They are cheaper, reusable, and won't stain the floor. However, they are lighter and can blow away outdoors.

Real Rose Petals: Sold by the cup or by the rose. One large rose yields about 30-40 usable petals (approx. 1 cup loosely packed). Real petals are biodegradable (required by many venues) but must be kept cool until the event.

Petal Toss & Flower Girls

For a confetti toss exit, calculating per guest is key.

• Paper Cones: Plan for 0.5 to 1 cup per guest. Cones encourage guests to take a larger handful.
• Baskets/Buckets: If guests are grabbing from a communal basket, calculate about 0.5 cup per person.
• Flower Girls: A standard flower girl basket holds 200-300 petals. For a long aisle, you may need a refill or a larger basket!