GETTING HITCHED IN THE SUMMER? “For seasonal summer flowers think delphinium, astilbe, garden roses, eryngium, nigella, stocks, sweet peas, scabious, hydrangea, foxgloves and lupins,” says Helen Nicholson from Durham’s Wildflower & Rose. “Think about fragrant herbs, too, which look and smell great in buttonholes – flowering mint, lavender, thyme and rosemary are great choices. More and more people are looking for ways to be more eco-friendly, and choosing British grown wedding flowers is a great way to help the planet. Seasonal flowers will also be less expensive than imported, out of season blooms. “A top tip is to always keep your flowers in water for as long as possible in summer – and in a cool area if possible. It is also a good idea to hire vases to pop on the top table so that your bouquets can have another drink when you’re sitting down. They also double up as a nice table display!” Visit www.wildflowerandrose.co.uk for more information. www.wildflowerandrose.co.uk www.wildflowerandrose.co.uk CHOSEN AN AUTUMN CELEBRATION? “If you’re having your wedding in autumn there are many beautiful flowers to choose from,” says Becca Angus from Wallsend’s Charisma Florists. “You may lose pretty summer blooms like peonies, however there are many gorgeous textures and colours available, and I personally love anything that’s wild and textured. Some of my favourite seasonal blooms include Astrantia, dahlia, clematis, and ranunculus, all of which you can get in beautiful rich tones to go with the season. There is also plenty of choice of foliage and dried flowers, which add an abundance of textures and colours to your designs. Some to name are eucalyptus, snowberries, oak, wheat and oats.’ “My top tip is to never be afraid to trust your florist. We are experts at what we do and will be able to source beautiful seasonal blooms for you.” Visit www.charismaflorists.co.uk for more information. www.charismaflorists.co.uk www.jonathanstocktonphotography.com www.charismaflorists.co.uk www.jonathanstocktonphotography.com www.charismaflorists.co.uk www.unfurlphotography.co.uk www.wildflowerandrose.co.uk www.wildflowerandrose.co.uk 50
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