Wedding floristry is an important component in creating the bride's image. Bouquets are made from a variety of types of flowers, ranging from field daisies to exotic varieties of orchids. One of the favorites of holiday compositions are chrysanthemums.
Chrysanthemum is often called the “queen of autumn” - it is cold, noble and attractive in its restrained beauty. Combining the bright notes of summer, the softness of autumn coolness and the ringing snowiness of winter, it fits perfectly into any picture of nature. Translated from Greek, its name means “golden flower,” and this phrase perfectly suits the description of chrysanthemum.
There are many varieties of chrysanthemums, differing not only in color, but also in the shape of the color itself: flat, terry, thread-like, simple, curly, and so on. Usually teardrop-shaped or spherical bouquets are made, and you can also often find compositions on a porta bouquet.
The benefits of bouquets of chrysanthemums
When choosing a wedding bouquet, brides are guided not only by taste preferences, but also by financial capabilities, no matter how banal it may sound. The time of year when the painting is planned also matters. If we consider chrysanthemums as a contender for the main violin in the floral “orchestra”, then we can highlight three main advantages in their favor:
- Price. The cost of chrysanthemums is an order of magnitude lower than roses, hyacinths, gerberas and other flowers commonly used in making bouquets. For a relatively small fee you can get a beautiful and stylish composition that will unobtrusively complement the bride’s image.
- Durability. Rarely does a flower boast the same thirst for life as the chrysanthemum. Like a persistent tin soldier, it will stand in a vase for a week, or even more. And if there is a whole army of such “soldiers”, then they will be doubly pleasing to the eye.
- Color spectrum. Thanks to the efforts of breeders, today a whole rainbow of shades is on sale: from white and soft pastel tones to bright and rich colors - red, blue, green, yellow and so on.
- Seasonality. Unlike summer flowers, chrysanthemum has a very long flowering period, ranging from early autumn to late spring. This means that you can always find it on the shelves of flower shops and plan the design of your future wedding bouquet in advance.
Options for combining chrysanthemums with other flowers
A mono bouquet always looks gentle and elegant. However, if you want to create a truly creative image, you should experiment and combine chrysanthemum with other flowers .
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Roses and alstroemerias
Bridal bouquet of chrysanthemums and roses.
Unusual bridal bouquet: roses and chrysanthemums. With the help of such an original combination of several plants, we can say that the young lady is energetic and cheerful. She is not afraid to experiment and try new things in life. Her main motto is bright and rich colors in life. Alstroemerias in this bouquet are only inflorescences with buds.
They look like unopened flowers. But roses, with their lush and fragrant buds, seem to remind of the elegance of the bride. Chrysanthemums in this combination speak of tenderness of character.
Gerberas
They were grown in hot Africa. Looking at them, it seems that the flowers have absorbed all the sultry sun. It is unlikely that you will be able to find muted tones of gerberas. Basically, these are rich and cheerful colors. Combining them with chrysanthemums, you get a truly lively and sunny bouquet.
If the bride is always positive and strives to create a cheerful and happy family, then she will definitely choose this combination.
Carnations
An unconventional combination of two plants. Unfortunately, it is generally accepted that the carnation is more of a mourning flower than a festive flower. Breeders propose to change the attitude towards it. One has only to look and be surprised at the variety of color palette it represents. The carnation is the very first symbol of love.
According to one legend, it was the carnation that bloomed on the birthday of Jesus Christ. This is a believing flower that has absorbed universal love, humility, mutual understanding and respect. Chrysanthemums and carnations are the best way to express how innocent and touching the bride is.
Roses
Roses are rightfully considered the royal flowers. They combine perfectly and suit many plants. Shrub roses in white, peach and pearlescent shades will create a romantic mood and highlight the bride’s character.
Language of color
Why use words when you can express your feelings and emotions with a bouquet? And the form here plays far from the main role. It's all about the combination of colors - they serve as an indicator of mood and set the tone for the entire holiday. The predominance of any shades in the composition may mean the following:
- Pink - tenderness and romance;
- Blue/blue - fun, joy, optimism;
- White - innocence, fragility, sincerity;
- Red - passion, energy, expression;
- Yellow - trust, calm, warmth;
- Lilac - rebellion, character, charisma.
If the wedding theme requires the use of a specific color, but it is not currently on sale, then chrysanthemums can be painted with a special paint. But in this case, you need to remember that they won’t last long after the “execution.”
It is also worth considering the bride’s color type. For example, bouquets made of flowers in pastel shades: pastel pink, cream, peach are suitable for blondes. Brunettes will look bright and contrasting against the background of compositions of red, lilac, and orange flowers. And red-haired girls look great in the company of yellow and green chrysanthemums.
Rules for caring for a bouquet
Following the recommendations below, you can significantly extend the life of a wedding bouquet of chrysanthemums:
- Only open flowers are used for work, since chrysanthemum buds do not have the ability to bloom in water.
- To prevent the water from spoiling immediately, be sure to tear off the lower leaves.
- It is advisable to trim the stem under water. For better access to water, the lower part of the stem should split.
- The water is changed every two days with mandatory trimming of the stems.
- If the flowers in the bouquet have been planted, holding them in contrasting water will help bring them to a “vigorous” state. First, they need to be immersed in hot water for a few minutes, and then changed to cold. Next, the stems are trimmed and the bouquet is placed in a vase with water at room temperature.
- The storage area should be relatively cool (+/- 20 degrees), with moderate lighting and no drafts.
- Make sure that wilted inflorescences are removed from the bouquet in a timely manner, since, in addition to their unaesthetic appearance, they can affect the change in color of blooming chrysanthemums.
How to pack a ready-made bouquet
If you have already fully prepared a gift, but don’t know how to deliver it, use the old Soviet invention - wrap it completely in a newspaper spread. The format is optimal for capturing both stems and buds. You can fasten it with a stapler. Before delivery, you should unpack the ikebana and hand it to the owner.
What advice can you give to those who are bringing a gift on a long journey? First of all, just before setting out, cut off 1-1.5 cm from the bottom of the stems. The same operation should be repeated immediately upon arrival before placing them in the water.
The second recommendation is to wet gauze or other textile material that absorbs and retains moisture well. The water should be cool. For greater accuracy, you can pre-dilute sugar in it. Now wrap a piece of cloth around the stems so that they are as moist as possible. You can put a plastic bag on top to preserve the created atmosphere.
Bouquet of white chrysanthemums and red gerberas
First, you need to choose a combination of colors based on the style of the bride’s dress and the overall style of the celebration. The source material must be carefully inspected for visual defects, freshness, flower quality, and so on.
- Remove the lower leaves, leaving only the top greens and flowers.
- Place the prepared flowers on the table and bring the length of the stems to a single “denominator”.
- Decide on additional decorative elements for the bouquet. These can be fern leaves, asparagus, gypsophila, as well as various ribbons, figurines and other items for decoration.
- Flowers are collected in a bouquet. Gerberas are placed in a circle between chrysanthemums, slightly higher than the main level of the composition.
- Greenery and other decor are added.
- At the bottom, the flowers are tied with a cord and wrapped in tulle, moiré or satin ribbons.
Bouquet of blue chrysanthemums
Wedding bouquets made from contrasting flowers look interesting. For example, you can combine blue chrysanthemums with white roses or daisies. The composition is both gentle and eye-catching. As a rule, there are no difficulties in making such bouquets. The emphasis is on visual perception, and not on the use of rare varieties of flowers or greenery.
- Prepare starting materials. Clear the stems of leaves and thorns at the bottom, trim the ends lengthwise.
- Assemble a bouquet, placing roses in the center of the composition, and chrysanthemums and daisies in a circle. Add fern or asparagus leaves to the edges.
- Tie the lower stems with ribbon, tying them into a beautiful bow.
Important: in order to avoid mistakes in the process of creating a bouquet, you can watch relevant videos with master classes on the Internet.
Bouquet of chrysanthemums with asters and dahlias
If the wedding is planned in the fall, then asters and dahlias will be an excellent addition to chrysanthemums. The former personify tenderness, loyalty and kindness, while the latter bring happiness and grace to the family. These flowers are also not prone to excessive aroma, which is especially important for allergy sufferers. In addition, the variety of color palettes is impressive, from which you can create real autumn masterpieces.
As additional “chips” it is good to use rose hips, bunches of rowan berries, cones and even yellowed leaves. The result is not only bouquets that are original in appearance, but also affordable.
Of course, the ideal option would be to use the services of a professional florist, but if you wish, you can make a wedding bouquet with your own hands. Moreover, the Internet is replete with many photos that can become a starting point for your own creativity.
What colors does it go with?
Chrysanthemums are very diverse. You can combine large-flowered and medium-flowered varieties, large-flowered and small-flowered (Korean).
With curvy
Chrysanthemums, thanks to their double inflorescences, are combined with other similar flowers - spray rose, aster, eustoma, ranunculus, peony, peony rose. Pompom-like flowers are combined with ozothamnus. Froggy, a small-flowered green chrysanthemum that also looks interesting, can be a good addition.
With holly
Among the needle-shaped chrysanthemums, the most famous varieties are Etna, Champagne Splashes, and Anastasia Green. These inflorescences themselves are original enough to be included in mono-bouquets. However, these varieties are best combined with other plants.
For example, with exotic strelitzia, lilies and orchids, with Avangard rose, spathiphyllum, protea. A mono-bouquet is often framed by a fern. You can always soften the bouquet with any lush, round-shaped flowers. Bouquets of flowers with needle-shaped leaves are preferred by extravagant brides.
With gerberas
Gerberas are distinguished by a riot of colors. They are combined with flowers with an open middle - varieties Pink Chamomile, Handsome, Deliana. These varieties are similar to daisies. Handsome has an interesting color - lilac petals framed at the edges with white. The Tom Pierce variety, which has an interesting red-orange petal color, goes well with red and orange gerberas.
Interesting! Pay attention to mono-bouquets of daisies or gerberas. They also look very nice.
With daisies
Some varieties are almost indistinguishable in appearance from garden chamomile. The calyx of the flower looks good with lush bouquets. Therefore, a wedding bouquet of daisies and chrysanthemums (terry) is a successful union. The free space is filled with simple greenery or gypsophila. There are no special subtleties here.
With alstroemeria
Lily-like alstroemeria is combined with chrysanthemums and roses. In this case, you can also take bush types of flowers. It gives the image activity and cheerfulness. For an ivory-colored dress, the composition consists of cream roses, gypsophila, white and yellow Bran Ivory chrysanthemums and red alstroemeria in a porta bouquet. Other flower varieties are also suitable for this, for example, pale pink Avignon or cream Alec Bedser.
With the field
A wedding bouquet of spray chrysanthemums is well complemented by field plants. A bouquet of irises, alstroemeria, and ruscus looks amazing. This option is ideal for a rustic wedding.
