We all have a perfect vision of our wedding flowers. But wait, before you chose your flowers, there are a few things you should know about what you see on social media.
The Vision of Perfect Wedding Flowers
When creating your vision for your wedding flowers from inspirational photos found on Pinterest or Instagram, there are a few things to keep in mind. These gorgeous dreamy images may not always be possible to recreate exactly what you see. With many Apps available with editing tools, you can create dramatic, stunning photos. So, while finding inspirational images is a great way to brainstorm, don’t expect your wedding flowers to arrive in the exact color or tones of the photos you found on the internet. If you have any questions about creating your wedding flowers, email us your inspirational pictures with details of size, color, and favorite flowers. We will be more than happy to guide you on creating your perfect vision!
Picking Flowers
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Summer brides should consider the heat and how it may affect the flowers they pick. Be careful during the muggier months like July and August. The flowers may not last to their life expectancy due to the humidity and heat.
Fall brides have the perfect weather for flowers. Turn classic flowers into an autumnal floral arrangements by mixing in Fall favorites. Some favorites are dahlias, chrysanthemums, ranunculus, astilbe, eucalyptus, asters in hues of burnt orange, yellows, reds, and bronze.
Quick Tricks & Tips Wedding Flowers
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Here are some quick tips on giving extra TLC to a selection of flowers you may have selected for your wedding flower arrangements.
Roses- Wholesale roses require additional care during the preparation before arranging your floral arrangements—In addition to cleaning the leaves and giving them a fresh cut on each stem, de-thorned your roses. After a few hours of rehydration, remove the outer guard petals before arranging.
Lilies- Need your lilies to open fully? Make a 1-inch cut or more up the stem to open new capillaries to carry water upward. Plunge the stems immediately into lukewarm water and keep the vase at least one-half full. Keep the lilies away from direct sunlight but place them near a window for plenty of light. Do not keep your Lilies close to fruits like apples and bananas.
Hydrangeas- Make a one-inch slit in the center of the bottom of the hydrangea stem, and moisten the heads with a spray bottle to ensure they stay hydrated.
Tulips- Here are some scientific fun facts about tulips- tulips continue to grow after being cut and placed in a vase. Tulips are attracted to light, and the stems will curl towards the direction of light. To keep tulips straight, place them in a tall vase for support and turn the vase daily.
Amaryllis- To avoid the amaryllis flower from drooping, carefully insert wooden chopsticks or wood skewers into the hollow stems.
Anemones- Cut stems under running water at an angle to draw water up through the stem and provide for a greater drinking area. After a couple of hours, give the stems a fresh cut to unclog any blocked stems. Leave your anemones in a warm room or sunlight for a few hours to help open any closed blooms.
Bird of Paradise- To help this beautiful flower bloom slide your fingers inside the casing and pop up it from the bottom. Don’t pull because it can tear. Slide the bloom carefully to open (watch the video). Pull out the parchment area for protection that is to allow you to open further. Be very careful because you can break them off.
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Tina Merola
As a professional designer with over twenty years of industry experience, Tina's lifelong creative passion has enabled her to pursue her artistry and vision in various professional environments. Drawing on her knowledge from floral techniques and tips from the industry’s leading professionals allows her the opportunity to channel her love of the unique beauty of nature’s many wondrous blooms into stunning floral designs.
