Weddings Gone Green
A wedding need not be devoid of the simple natural beauty of flowers. What is buried beneath the frost in our gardens now, is exciting the worlds of brides and grooms. Flowers can adorn a wedding or reception from floor to ceiling or be as small as the traditional bridal bouquet. These natural highlights of soft petals and leaves appear on lapels, in bouquets, even on cakes, and are a delight in any wedding function.
The decisions on what kind of flowers and how many can seem a daunting task to anyone not of a horticultural inclination. Floral arrangements can be as varied as the brides who request them. A break from the traditional pastels and whites punctuates this bridal season. “We’re seeing very bright, vivid colors in arrangements,” says co-owner of Colonial Florist Terry Wheeler. These vibrant bouquets not only contain the traditional roses and orchids, but also tulips and Calla lilies that bloom in an impressive array of available colors. “We like the colors, the best and the brightest. We like some flair to them,” said Wheeler.
Season is important to keep in consideration. The availability of seasonal blooms can wilt any wedding’s budget. It stands to reason that a New Year’s wedding would be hard pressed to find spring lilies adorning any boutonnieres. Not to say it is impossible, in today’s world most blooms can be grown year round, but it’s still a fact of supply and demand. Expect calla lilies, tulips and hyacinths to carry a slightly heftier price tag in these chilly days. An available alternative is the use of silk flowers instead. Price ranges for silk arrangements are quite comparable to their botanical counterparts and are also easily customized.