Blue Ridge Parkway: Wildflower Wedding in the Appalachian Mountains
Mountain elopements in Western North Carolina and East Tennessee have a way of slowing time. There is something about the Appalachian Mountains—the misty overlooks, rolling layers of hills and peaks, and quiet beauty—that fills your soul with every second spent there. If the idea of an intimate Blue Ridge Parkway elopement wedding or Smoky Mountain elopement makes your heart go pitter‑patter, keep reading.
In this post, I’ll show you how thoughtfully designed A La Carte wedding flowers can elevate a small mountain ceremony—bringing color, movement, and emotion to a setting that already feels sacred.
A Wildflower-Inspired Mountain Elopement on the Blue Ridge Parkway
Captured beautifully by Presley Castle Photography, Katie and Edward’s June ceremony along the Blue Ridge Parkway in the Western North Carolina High Country embraced wildflower details from start to finish. From their pressed‑wildflower cake by Cake Buds in Johnson City to Katie’s delicately embroidered wildflower veil, every detail reflected the wild beauty of nature.
Katie and Edward tied the knot at the Blue Ridge Parkway with flowers that captured the intense flush of blooms that happen every June in our region. Photo by Presley Castle Photography.
Their celebration is a perfect example of how a mountain elopement doesn’t need excess to feel deeply luxurious—just intentional choices that complement the setting.
Why A La Carte Flowers Are Perfect for Mountain Elopements
I absolutely love designing elopement bouquets and boutonnieres. While lush arches and large installations are undeniably dreamy, there is something incredibly meaningful about creating florals for a quiet exchange of vows surrounded by mountain views.
Knowing these flowers will be carried through overlooks in the NC High Country or the Smoky Mountains—with the wind catching petals and ribbons—feels surreal every single time.
Wildflower meadows, mountain views, and hearts full of joy. Photo by Presley Castle Photography.
For couples planning an intimate Smoky Mountain wedding or Blue Ridge Parkway elopement with 25 guests or fewer, A La Carte florals offer:
A refined, intentional floral statement
Simplified planning without full‑service contracts
Flexible pickup or local delivery options
Seasonal designs inspired by what’s blooming naturally
Planning a Ceremony on the Blue Ridge Parkway
The Blue Ridge Parkway offers countless stunning ceremony locations throughout the Western North Carolina High Country. These public spaces allow visitors to roam freely, but permits are required for wedding ceremonies.
Permit cost: $150
Time covered: 2 hours total
Guest count: Ideal for intimate ceremonies and elopements
You can review current permit details and location guidelines here: National Park Service - Blue Ridge Parkway
Shirley poppies in all their romantic ruffles made this bouquet such a standout. This bouquet also included the biggest Crichton Honey dahlia that has ever come out of our fields. The peachy glowy pink dahlia blended seamlessly with all the wild textures of delft Blue Nigella, Chocolate Lace Dara, Blushy Zinnias, Sweet William, Larkspur, Bachelor Buttons, Bupleurum and more. Photo by Presley Castle Photography.
Seasonal Wildflower Designs Grown in East Tennessee
Katie’s bouquet was full of movement, texture, and joyful pops of color—everything you’d expect from a wildflower meadow in early summer. While the look feels effortlessly natural, every stem was chosen for durability and beauty on a wedding day.
Each flower in her bouquet was grown on our East Tennessee flower farm, started from seed and tuber, and timed carefully for peak June bloom. Early June is especially magical for wildflower‑inspired designs, thanks to one standout bloom: Shirley Poppies.
These locally grown flowers not only photograph beautifully against mountain views, but they also create a meaningful connection between your wedding day and the season itself.
Photo by Presley Castle Photography
The cake, the quilt, every moment was infused with wild beauty. Photo by Presley Castle Photography.
Beautiful Katie in a wildflower meadow. I love so much that this girl who put so much thoughtfulness and meaning into every wildflower detail had these beautiful moments where it all came together, captured for ever and always. Photo by Presley Castle Photography.
A La Carte Wedding Flowers for Mountain Elopements
If you’re planning a mountain elopement in Western North Carolina or the Smoky Mountains, my A La Carte wedding flower menu is designed with you in mind.
A La Carte florals are available for:
Day‑of pickup
Local delivery (availability varies)
Multiple customizable color palettes
Optional finishing touches for a personalized feel
During the growing season, designs prioritize locally grown and American‑grown flowers, many sourced directly from my own farm and neighboring flower farms. This ensures your florals are one‑of‑a‑kind and reflective of your wedding date—not a generic recipe.
Planning an Intimate Mountain Wedding?
If this vision speaks to you—wildflowers, mountains, and the elegance of simplicity—I would love to create something beautiful for your day. My A La Carte offerings are ideal for couples who want intentional, seasonal wedding flowers without the complexity of full‑service design.
I can’t wait to get fresh, locally grown flowers into your hands for your mountaintop ceremony in East Tennessee or Western North Carolina.
Cheers!
Sara
🫶 Vendor Shoutouts:
Photography: Presley Castle Photography
Cake: Cake Buds
Flowers: Strawberry Moon Blooms
Makeup: Savannah Madison Beauty
Dress: Vow’d Weddings
Veil: Belle Botanical Creations
