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Lilacs are known for their wonderful fragrance and are grown in varies shades of purple and in white.  Although the actual flowers have a short season, a lilac bush can last a lifetime. Equally lovely in quality silk, lilacs are stunning in bouquets and flower arrangements. However, lilac is also a color, and paired with the flower, can add a special Victorian romance to weddings.

A bouquet mix of Lilacs, sweetpeas and other flowers from Martha Stewart.A sash in “Victorian Lilac” adds a touch of color to this beautiful, lace, Alfred Angelo gown.  Below a bridesmaid dress and flower girl dress both in “Victorian Lilac” from Alfred Angelo.

Lilac Versace pumps and a georgous lilac diamond ring from ernestjones.com.

Greek for wind flower, the anemone is best known for its flat petals and dramatic center.  Adding even a few of these lovely flowers to a bouquet, arrangement or cake, gives it an edgy, trendy look.

Bouquet from MarthaStewart.com

Brides love stephanotis.  Maybe its because the small blossoms seem to fit in anywhere and they can be all dressed up with pearls, gems, glitter or paint.  Stephanotis can also be dyed if fresh, or turn up in colors if silk, but lets face it, pure white is what we know and what we love.  This trellis climbing plant is also known by its more romantic name: Madagascar Jasmine.

Below some samples of this plant, wedding ideas and our own tropical look bouquet with gemmed stephanotis added.

Nothing says tropical like Hibiscus flowers and plants.  True, the blossoms don’t hold up too long but fresh flowers can last long enough for a bouquet or hair ornament and silk flowers can fill in nicely.

While many people only consider the beautiful Tulip for Easter or Mother’s Day, tulips in their many colors and varieties serve us in numerous ways beyond gift plants and garden borders. 

Peonies:  I love the huge blooms and variety of color.  For me they are every bit as beautiful as a rose and I find some peonies even lovlier like the two-tone sherbets.  Here is a sample.

Pink Cake Box tops off a wedding cake with perfect peonies.  Photos below:  delicate blooms, a cute headband, a dark mix with roses and a centerpiece and a “peony” Tiffany lamp.

There are over 400 species in the genus Ranunculus, including buttercups.  Those most commonly seen in bridal bouquets and floral arrangements are the Tecolote ranunculus.  The Tecolotes are one of my favorite flowers and I often use them in silk to make my bouquets.  These stunning flowers in nature or in silk are perfect creations which bring drama and romance to floral creations.

Below some examples of ranunculus, including a Vera Wang arrangement and our own Bohemian Garden bouquets and centerpieces.  We’ve also included a photo of a buttercup, another delicate and useful member of genus Ranunculus.

Our latest Calla Lily Bouquet in your choice of color and trim…Plus a matching boutonniere.

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There are 100 species of roses: many love to grow them, brides love to carry them, cake designers love to decorate with them and we love to wear them in our hair.

Below are just a few rose varieties, plus beautiful bridal dresses by Ilenia Sweet and Bellantuono from their 2009 collections, both with rose trims.

The Calla Lily.  Originally from South Africa and nearby regions, The Calla grew wild in its natural climate.  Today, it is grown all over the world and has become a favorite with brides.  The Calla Lily can be found in mini and standard sizes, in an endless variety of color.  Although beautiful alone, they are a good choice to mix with other flower varieties.

The Martha Stewart bouquet uses cream Calla Lilies and tulips plus white sweet peas and anomones for a wonderful mix.

Our own Bohemian Garden bouquet mixes Calla Lilies sparkled up with gems, orchids and a tropical blend of flowers.

The Vera Wang bouquet uses starkly contrasting Callas and lets them shine alone amid the greenery.

Calla decorated cakes and favors are abundant.