• The easiest way to stick to a floral budget is to choose flowers that are in-season and are easily available. Choosing out-of-season flowers or ones that need to be imported from far away will immediately raise the cost.
• Consider using large potted plants to fill wider spaces in your venue. Beautiful flowered plants come in all colors and varieties, and are generally less expensive than large floral arrangements.
• Get your Martha Stewart on! We know you’re busy planning, and the last thing we want you to do is add more stress to your life! But, for those brides who find stress relief in hands-on, creative projects, consider arranging some of your flowers yourself. You can make beautiful centerpieces that are simple and don’t require much time or money. Take a look at the one pictured…a few lime slices, some flowers, a glass vase, and bang! A gorgeous centerpiece.
• Now, here’s one you’ll be surprised at: Try carnations. We know, we know…you think we’ve lost our minds. But you’d be surprised how beautiful and un-carnation-like these notoriously inexpensive flowers can be if you pick the right colors and bunch large amounts tightly together. We’re not suggesting you use them as your primary arrangement, but they can create beautiful accent pieces if you stay within your color scheme.
• Also, keep in mind that flower prices are significantly higher during high-demand months like February (for Valentine’s Day) and May (for Mother’s Day). If your event is scheduled during those months, you may find yourself spending more than you would like.
Remember, flowers accentuate an event…they don’t have to be the center of it. Stick to a constant color scheme and make a few smart choices, and you’ll be happy with your flowers without cringing at the bill.
Courtney
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