Here Are the Plants to Put In the Ground For the Perfect Floral Arrangements Next Year
Saving a trip to the florist and arranging beautiful bouquets right from your garden? That's the dream for our home and garden enthusiasts. Lucky for us, DIY decor gal and blooming genius Ashley Wilson has graciously spilled the beans on her garden blueprint for the perfect floral arrangements.
So, get out those trowels and gardening gloves because we have some planting!
Roses are the doyens of any floral arrangement, delivering an undeniable charm that is pure enchantment. Ashley recommends planting varieties like 'Queen Elizabeth' for its grand pink blooms or the subtly gorgeous 'Peace' rose. And trust us, these beauties are easier to grow than you might think!
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Looking for a showstopper? Hydrangeas are your answer. These plants bloom into dreamy clouds of color, ranging from blue to purple or even pink, and make any floral arrangement pop. Ashley suggests planting 'Endless Summer' hydrangeas for their robust and stunning blossoms.
Ashley hails sweet peas as her secret weapon for any arrangement. Not only do they add a delicate touch with their dainty blossoms, but they also bring an intoxicating fragrance to your bouquets. Who needs artificial fresheners when you can have sweet peas?
Lilies can turn any arrangement into a centerpiece with their extensive and scented trumpet-shaped flowers. Plant 'Casa Blanca' or 'Stargazer' varieties for Ashley-approved blooms.
Dive into the details with Ashley's handy tip: remember the "thriller, filler, spiller" rule for a balanced arrangement. Thrillers are tall, striking flowers like lilies, while fillers (hydrangeas or roses) add bulk, and spillers (such as sweet peas) tumble over the sides for a casual, relaxed feel.
Isn't it wonderful how, with some planning, we can grow our own floral arrangements right out of our gardens? Ashley reminds us that patience and nurturing with these plants can reward us with blossoms good enough to rival any professional bouquet.
And don't worry if you are a gardening novice. Like learning any new DIY skill, growing your garden for floral arrangements is a process. Take it one green thumb at a time; before you know it, you'll wake up to a garden full of possibilities. After all, at Dengarden, we believe in the beauty of learning as we grow.
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