Your Kent Wedding - Jul/Aug 2019 (Issue 85)

73 FLOWERS Flower POWER We consult the experts on seasonal blooms for your wedding TOP TIP Ellouise of Flowers by EG says: “Discuss themes and trends with your florist to come up with a moodboard of what you’re looking for. By not over- specifying the flowers you want, you can get a beautiful collection of mixed seasonal blooms, which will be best all round. Plus, you’ll get more value for money, as in-season flowers are more easily accessible.” H ere in the UK, we’re blessed with four distinct seasons, along with the rich sights, sounds, colours and smells each one brings. Whether you’re a sun worshipper or a winter snuggler, you can choose a wedding date to suit you, and any time of year will have its own character and charms. Never is that more aptly illustrated than through your wedding flowers. We chatted to the wonderfully talented florists and floral designers of Kent to find out exactly how you can celebrate the season via your wedding day blooms and, crucially, learn what flora is available to you when helping you plan to avoid disappointment. bloominggreenflowers.co.uk bloominggreenflowers.co.uk bloominggreenflowers.co.uk c h a r l o t t e l a u r i e d e s i g n s . c o . u k f a c e b o o k . c o m / l o w e r s b y e g “The spring trend is for very natural, full arrangements with beautifully fragranced flowers.” – Ali Langlay- Smith, Sissinghurst Flowers “Foliage tends to be zingy, with gorgeous pittosporum and euphorbia taking centre stage, setting off fresh pinks, blues and purples to perfection.” – Jen Stuart-Smith, Blooming Green “If brides are in need of some inspiration, I tend to suggest we use more colours and wildflower styles for spring.” – Charlotte Laurie, Charlotte Laurie Designs “Colours are fresh and vibrant, and flowers are particularly scented in spring. The scent of your bouquet will be something you’ll remember.” – Jen Stuart- Smith, Blooming Green IN BLOOM ❤ Allium ❤ Anemone ❤ Aquilegia ❤ Blossom ❤ Erysimum ❤ Foxglove ❤ Freesia ❤ Geum ❤ Hyacinth ❤ Lilac ❤ Muscari ❤ Narcissi ❤ Ranunculus ❤ Sweet rocket ❤ Tulip Spring