Move over peony…there’s new bloom in town!

Thank goodness for the changing of the seasons. As much as I love the peony, it’s certainly not the only flower on the block and the title of my post could be taken in more ways than one.

As the peony fades into the sunset until next spring, the one to take it’s place is equally stunning and is it’s rightfully unbelievable in it’s own way.

It’s it the Dahlia. See for yourself.

Pink Dahlia Wedding Centerpiece | Floret.ca

This post might start off sounding like your hard sell scare tactic for convincing 2011 brides to consider booking now as opposed to waiting arbitrarily until later in the year, but if you’ve ever met me you’ll know that that’s not my style and if you read on you’ll understand.

My post last week got me thinking about the advantages that my clients who choose to book their florals now have over those who choose to wait, and while there’s definitely more than one reason: having your choice of florist, getting things done on your long list of to dos, those all aside there is a singularly stands out above the rest.

It will give you the chance to see the flowers that will be in season now for when you get married next year.

Having said this, if it’s only roses and daisies you’re wanting, there no issue. However, if you have an interest in a seasonal item, such as the dahlia, it’s best to start now and you’ll be glad you did.

The advantages are many – the most important one being, it would allow you to see the flowers at the only time would be available.

I was happy to be able to do just this for Daniela and Julian whose beautiful nuptials I will featuring mid next summer.  Their choices were hydrangea, roses and a blush pink dahlia that would take your breath away and she was able to see these gorgeous blooms in their prime.

If I get a chance to take a pic, I’ll post it and you’ll what see I mean.

With weddings for this season well underway (I’ll be writing about them soon),  as a wedding florist , I have the distinct vantage point of working in the present with the weddings that are at hand and at the same time knowing that weddings that are a year away are already being planned and eagerly anticipated.

Wedding professionals have a different perception of time and it always crosses my mind as I meet with clients who are reserving my services next year. It’s a unique experience to be asked join in the journey of planning a singularly important day.

I love colour!

Above all else, it is singularly the best way to create impact and to create a cohesive theme.

I spend a fair amount of my efforts considering how to combine colours to create a certain effect.

With colours alone, you can create a pretty and sweet feeling, or  arrangement that is sophisticated and lavish.

Early last month, I created these centerpieces for Noula and George’s engagement  and colour scheme of peach and pink and the result was a lovely fresh look for a spring event.

Pretty Peach and Pink Centerpiece | Floret.ca

“Aren’t they smelly and don’t they ruin clothes?”

These are usually the major concerns with the lily and the remedies are simple and shouldn’t stop anyone from using this most amazing flower.

In answer to the first one, they don’t all smell. Depends on the type.

As for ruining clothes, the pollens should always be removed then no issue.

As a flower, it’s positive qualities far outweigh any potential downsides to them.

1. They come in the lovliest array of colours. Please don’t ask about blue

2. They are large bloomed so they’re very dramatic when used in large arrangements.