With so many wedding styles available, a bride may be falling asleep at night by counting flowers instead of sheep. She may be pondering whether or not to hire a florist, how many flowers will be necessary, what percentage of the budget should go to flowers, and most importantly, which flowers should she choose? To help brides learn more about other wedding flowers aside from the rose, we are spotlighting popular selections that are being used across the country. In this week’s flower spotlight is the hydrangea.
First some background information. Different varieties of hydrangea are grown throughout different regions of the world, and their appearance can vary greatly. The actual plant that produces the flowers can be either a shrub or a small tree. Most of the flowers produced are white, but hydrangeas are also available in natural hues of blue, red, pink and purple. The most commonly sought after hydrangea flower is actually comprised of numerous smaller blooms that grow in a cluster. These large bushy blooms add voluminous color to flower arrangements of all sizes and styles.
Hydrangea’s popularity amongst other wedding flowers has been steadily increasing. In fact, it was even featured in The Knot’s list of Top 10 Wedding Blooms. Maybe its popularity is due to its versatility. Several single stems of hydrangea can easily help fill out table centerpieces or ceremony arrangements. Another popular choice, especially for bridal bouquets is to bunch 4-8 stems together to give the appearance of a single large flower. Add some simple filler flowers or greenery, and you will have an eye-catching bouquet that will not be soon forgotten. Want to match the men to the women? Several hydrangea laterals can be detached from the flower to create stunning boutonnieres. Regardless of a bride’s wedding flower style, these moderately priced flowers can dress up both the ceremony and reception site!
