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D e c o r a n d F l o w e r s
Fresh cut flowers are not the kindest environmental option, mostly because of the environmental effects on the land, the chemicals and fertilisers used and the fact that they do not last more than a few days. Understandably though for many brides, fresh flowers are an absolute must for their wedding.
You can reduce the amount of flowers you use; firstly by deciding whether some of them are absolutely necessary for example, at the ceremony. Alternately, can you have someone take the ceremony flowers to the reception to extend their use? This will also save you money.
Another alternative to fresh cut flowers is using table decorations which are made from reusable items such as pebbles or ceramics. Centrepieces which the guests can interact with are fun such as message branches or confectionery.
Having someone willing to reuse or replant the elements of your table decorations will go a long way to reducing your environmental impact. The same applies to the rest of the decorations in the room. As much as you can use recycled, reusable and second-hand items, the better the effect on the planet.
The Green Wedding Guide Supplier Directory has a select few florists who are willing to work with you on this, or if you can’t find one, GWG Consulting has many environmental and different ideas for your table flowers and décor which will make your event unique.
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T I P S F O R Y O U R
G R E E N W E D D I N G
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Minimise and simplify your décor
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Look to creative centrepieces which don’t waste fresh flowers
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Re-use, hire or borrow room decorations if needed
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Avoid the oasis (green foam in which flower arrangements are secured) as this is wasteful, is not reusable or recyclable
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If your centrepieces are reusable, announce to your guests they can take them home, this could double as your favours, saving you money too!
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Shop around - some florists will be more willing to oblige your requests than others when it comes to eco-friendly flowers
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