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Top 10 Wedding Flowers to Use for an Outside Wedding

April 29th, 2008 Posted in Wedding Planning and Ideas

Not sure what flowers to use for an outside wedding? Planning for an outside wedding involves many considerations, especially when it comes to your wedding flowers. You want to make sure to opt for flowers that will stand the heat and will not wilt in high temperatures, but that also suit your needs and wishes.

The following list portrays the 10 top flowers to use when hosting an outside wedding:

1. Roses: these are very hearty flowers that will stand the heat and look gorgeous in an arrangement as well as part of your bouquet.

2. Carnations are very popular flowers which are sought for their look but also for their price, since they tend to be very cost effective.

3. A long vase life is a plus for Peruvian Lilies. These resistant flowers will add color and an exotic look for your arrangements.

4. Gerbera Daisies are not only great for centerpieces or bouquets, but they are also recommended to use as floating flowers due to their flat shape. This is also a great idea since the continuous supply of water will keep the flowers looking fresh.

5. Daisies will provide that “garden look” in an inexpensive way.

6. Cymbidium Orchids, one of the biggest orchids available, will look stunning in a submerged arrangement or in a tall arrangement intertwined with curly willow.

7. Hydrangeas, with a continuous supply of water, would look wonderful as a centerpiece.

8. Lilies, with their great scent, will make your garden wedding a hit.

9. Mums, including spiders, will add a touch of color and excitement to any outdoor wedding.

10. Hypericum Berries are great fillers for an outside wedding.

Another important thing to consider is to pick flowers that will compliment your venue and not compete with it. Sometimes is better to go for simple arrangements and decorations when your venue has an impressive garden or is full of flowers. However, if your venue is somewhat plain, you can choose to have fuller and more sophisticated arrangements. Always keep in mind though that an outside wedding is beautiful and romantic and that the perfect flowers can make a perfect day.