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Top Tips for Wedding Flowers in Melbourne this Summer

by Loan Pham on June 19, 2020

When it comes to organising your wedding day there are many details you have to keep on top of. Some of these details may not seem significant but together they ensure your big day is picture perfect. One of these details is your flowers. There is so much to think about and do when it comes to wedding planning that it is really easy to miss some of the small but important details that make this day so special. But when it comes to your wedding flowers we suggest you stop and think for a moment how important they are and how they contribute to your special day.

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The part flowers have played in weddings goes back a long way. Some say that it was the Greeks who first introduced flowers at weddings. It is common to see garlands made in the shape of a wreath to be worn upon the heads of many brides following this introduction by the Greeks.

Here are some top tips for planning flowers for your special day in Melbourne.

They can be symbolic in nature.

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When exploring the wedding flowers available in Melbourne florists you may also want to take the time to choose flowers that are considered by some to be symbolic. For example, roses are meant to symbolise love while tulips represent passion.

With the true heat of the Melbourne summer months being at its height through December to February,it is best to check with your Melbourne wedding flowers provider which are the best floral selections for these months. They will definitely want to advise you as to the ones that are in season for this time.

Some of the best Melbourne wedding flower selections for summer:

For the month of December the prime choices are:

  • Peonies
  • Flowering Eucalyptus
  • Garden Rose
  • Arum Lily

For the month of January:

  • Peony
  • Hydrangea
  • Lotus
  • Garden rose
  • Stephanotis

For the month of February:

  • Calla Lily
  • Delphinium
  • Zinnia
  • Rose Geranium
  • Nerines

These are just a few examples of the many selections of flowers which are in season and ready to choose from for your beautiful summer wedding.

With so many to choose from it can be difficult to know which the best are for your special day.  We want you to know that the first thing to keep in mind is that there is no right or wrong when it comes to your flower choices; this is going to come down to your personal preference. You are going to want to rely on your Melbourne wedding flowers provider for advice. These experts have a lot of information they can give you in regards to the flowers you are contemplating, as well as their arrangements.

You may want to prepare yourself prior to your visit to your Melbourne florist by looking through some bridal magazines to get an idea of the various arrangements. Your floral shop will most likely have a selection of bouquets made up as examples as well as some photos of these that will help you to choose.

Don’t be afraid to ask your florist to customise your bouquet for you. For example, if you see one arrangement you really like but would like a different flower then you can ask if this is possible. Some flowers look their best when arranged a certain way and your florist will mention this if relevant.

One of the most important aspects about your flowers is going to be their colour. You may be wearing white but you also need to consider the flowers for your bridal party. You want your bride’s bouquet to harmonize well with theirs because of the many photos that will be taken.

Many people don’t realise how their wedding flowers can really help them with other segments of their wedding planning. You could even start with choosing your flowers and then plan the colour-scheme around this choice.

Here at kelleeFlowers.com.au we feel very privileged to be able to offer you wedding flowers in the Melbourne area and offer Australia-wide shipping. We don’t want you to feel rushed in your choices and make every effort to dedicate as much time as you need to help you make the right selection. Be sure to visit us early in your wedding planning stages so we can help you with this very important part of your wedding day.

 

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