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Articles: Women - Choosing Wedding
Flowers
By Sher
Matsen
Your wedding flowers usually tie to your wedding theme.
When most of us envision wedding flowers we think of more of the
traditional choices but there are literally thousands of flower
choices that work very well for wedding bouquets, ceremonies, and
receptions. Here are just a few flower variations to get you
thinking. Weve divided them by color to help make it easier to fit
them to your theme.
YELLOWS/ORANGES
Dahlia a late summer and fall bloom known for its
wide variety of colors. Very affordable and they work great in
centerpieces and bouquets.
Asclepia Beatix very tiny flowers
that throw a lot of punch! A 1 hybrid flower that works well in low
arrangements.
Tulip there are several tulip variants and
plenty of color variety. Very affordable and they work great in
centerpieces and bouquets.
Ranuculus a beautiful spring flower
but prone to drooping in hot weather. It looks terrific mixed with
other flowers.
Chinese Lantern is known to have 10-15 flowers
on a stock so it is excellent for a focal point in centerpieces.
Sandersonia these little bell shaped flowers work great in
boutonnieres, corsages, and in flower girls baskets.
Poppy
Big, beautiful, and very affordable when purchased in its in season,
spring. They are definitely an eye catcher!
Black Eyed Susans
The perfect country flower for a country wedding
Sunflower
blooms from late summer to fall and are available in a variety of
colors and sizes. Very popular planted in pots.
Snapdragon a
very graceful and elegant flower that works well with simple
bouquets and centerpieces. Reasonably priced, blooming in late
summer.
WHITES
Flannel Flower produces spiky star shaped blossoms
that are long lasting. Perfect for both bouquets and arrangements.
Chamomile is a common wild flower that blooms late summer.
Very refreshing and great for wreaths, centerpieces, and bouquets.
Stephanotis this year round flower is affordable and perfect
for bouquets and boutonnieres.
Narcissus blooms late winter
early spring. Its fragrant blooms are great for centerpieces.
Cosmos blooms in spring and summer. Not so impressive on its
own but very glamorous when mixed with other flowers.
Snowberry
blooms late fall through December. Produces small pale fruit that
works well in winter bouquets.
Dogwood blooms in spring
producing large flowers. Very nice in both bouquets and
centerpieces.
Iris many colors and varieties are available.
There are iris choices for all four seasons. Very affordable with
large blooms making it perfect for large arrangements.
Miniature
Calla Lily works very well in bouquets and centerpieces. There is
a warning attached to this flower it is poisonous to dogs.
BLUES/PURPLES
Veronica these tiny spiked flowers add grace and
elegance to bouquets and centerpieces. They mix well with round
flowers.
Clematis this vine blooms during summer months and is
available in many colors and species varieties. It weaves nicely
into wreaths
Celosia blooms spring through fall producing
velvety flowers. Perfect way to add texture to bouquets and
centerpieces.
Hyacinth this fragrant flower works well on its
own or in arrangements.
Anemone blooms September through March
producing a variety of bright colors. Perfect for adding some color
and cheer to this drabber season.
Frittilaria these checkered
flowers are perfect for small arrangements and bouquets.
Scabiosa blooms spring through summer producing ruffled
flowers. It makes a wonderful addition to bouquets and centerpieces.
Gomphrena - has a thistle type bloom and is very hardy. It wont
wilt so is perfect for bouquets, boutonnieres, and arrangements.
Dries nicely too.
Cornflower adds a nice fresh touch to
bouquets and centerpieces.
Allium these tiny petal flowers
will add glamour. They smell like onions so they work best around
food areas.
GREENS
Sand Catchfly
looks like miniature hot air balloons. It adds flare and depth to
bouquets and centerpieces.
Spider Chrysanthemum blooms year
round so very affordable. Its spidery petal flowers add charm and
excitement to bouquets and arrangements.
Benzelia Lanuginosa
Imported from New Zealand so can be a bit pricey. A wonderful exotic
addition to all arrangements.
Nigella Pod available late
summer to early fall adding a sculptured accent to centerpieces.
Seeded Eucalyptus very versatile adding texture to a
centerpiece. It can easily be sprayed with metallic spray paint and
it dries nicely.
Ladys Slipper very expensive but ever so
exotic. Perfect for a corsage or bouquet. To pricey for table
arrangements.
Solomons Seal the bell shaped flowers work well
in casual bouquet and centerpieces. It works well with lilies.
Fern work well for fillers on bouquets and centerpieces. It
presses nicely so also can be used for accenting menus or
cards.
PINKS/REDS
Rose Hip the post blossom fruit of the rose makes
great filler for bouquets as well as all arrangements.
Vallota
bloom summer through fall producing 2 flowers shaped like a lily.
Their smaller size makes them fit much better into arrangements.
Fringed Gerbera Daisy these miniature flowers are whimsical
and work well in bouquets. They also have a nice touch when floated
in a bowl or brandy glass.
Tree Peony blooms late fall to
early winter in New Zealand. Because they are imported they are
pricey. However, they certainly stand out and add color to a cooler
season wedding.
Astrantia this is an eye catching bloom that
mixes well but stands out.
Cymbidium Orchid perfect for
corsages but also works well in large displays. Nicely scented it
works well on table tops or floated in a bowl or glass. Floated in a
martini glass adds a real nice touch!
Carousel Illusion Rose
this very large hybrid flower works well in bouquets and
arrangements.
Antique Rose this beautiful rose is very hard to
come by and thus extremely pricey. However if you are looking for
something romantic and rare this flower is a must have. Add to your
bouquet for your own personal joy!
Curcuma a tropical flower
that blooms mid summer. Adds character to a bouquet or
arrangement.
Flower choices are endless. Ive only covered just a
handful of whats available. If your wedding is spring through fall
learn what flowers are native to your area. You may be pleasantly
surprised at what is available and of course the pricing will be
much better on local flowers. If youre looking for those more
exotic flowers then set a budget and start checking early. This will
give you an idea of what is available in your budget range. Remember
exotic and tropical flower prices can change dramatically in one
season depending on availability. You may be able to get a florist
to lock into pricing or at least set a guarantee of the maximum
price for your future wedding date. Often local florists grow some
of the tropicals in their greenhouses to that may also help keep the
pricing a little more affordable.
So choose your wedding theme, choose your colors, and
then you can start to decide what flowers are right for your
wedding. Best Wishes!
Sher from Estate Jewelry International has been serving
customers for over 20 years. http://www.estatejewelryinternational.com/
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