Some flowers, particularly fragrant flowers such as Rose, have always been popular in wedding bouquets and, due to the number of hybrid Roses now available, it is possible to have a bridal bouquet of Roses all year round; however, for a Spring wedding in Europe or North America, consider some alternatives such as Tulip, Daisy and Peony. Other flowers which may be used for Spring weddings include Lily-of-the-Valley and Hyacinth.
The Popularity of Tulips for Spring Weddings
Tulips are commonly associated with Holland but they originated from Persia; the Tulip's popularity spread to Europe in the 17th century, in particular to Holland, hence its strong association with the Dutch today. Tulips belong to the Liliaceae plant family; there are many cultivars and sub species of Tulip available. The Tulip is a perennial plant, requiring long, cool Springs and early Summers to thrive; however, Tulips can be grown as Spring annuals in warmer climates.
Tulips are an ideal choice for simple wedding bouquet styles, particularly as Tulips are said to mean perfect love; red Tulips mean true love, purple Tulips mean royalty and yellow tulips mean cheerful thoughts. Tulips are simple flowers available in a wide variety of colors, with two to six leaves and large petals.
Peony Flowers for Spring Wedding Bouquets
The Peony belongs to the Paeoniaceae plant family; it is native to western North America, southern Europe and Asia. The Peony flower is a herbaceous plant or shrub with large, fragrant flowers flowering in late Spring or early Summer, making the Peony a good choice for Spring wedding bouquets. Peonies are available in a variety of colors including white, pink and yellow.
The Choice of Gerber Daisies for Bridal Bouquets
The Gerber Daisy, or Gerbera, is a colorful addition to a Spring bridal bouquet and can be mixed with Tulips; the Gerber Daisy is a genus of the Asteraceae (or Sunflower) plant family. There are many species of Gerber Daisy and it is found in Asia, Africa and South America; today it is one of the most popular ornamental cultivars throughout the world. The Gerber Daisy is a perennial or annual plant, depending on the species and cultivar.
The Gerber Daisy has large, dramatic flowers in colors of red, yellow, orange and pink; it has a long stalk, so can be used for wedding floral arrangements as well as in bridal bouquets. The Gerber Daisy is an excellent flower choice for brides who wish to make a statement as it adds dramatic color to any wedding bouquet; daisy themed weddings are now becoming a popular choice for Spring brides.
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