How to Use Roses in Your Spring Wedding
If you’re planning a spring wedding and looking for the perfect floral arrangements, you’re in luck. Spring is the peak season for roses – the very flower that symbolizes love and romance. This means fuller blooms, greater availability, and a stunning aesthetic for your wedding venue. And with their wide variety of colors and fragrances, you’ll be able to match them with whatever theme you’re going for.
Best Rose Varieties for Spring Weddings
Hybrid Teas: If you’re trying to create a classic and elegant atmosphere, hybrid tea roses are the perfect addition to your wedding venue decor. With their long stems and high-centered blooms, they look stunning on their own or amongst other flowers in a bouquet.
Spray Roses: These roses have multiple smaller blooms on each stem – making them an excellent choice for bouquets. Or you can pluck off the blooms and create beautiful boutonnieres for the groomsmen.
April & Ashley’s Recommendation: Picture your bridesmaids surrounding you and your loved one holding the Floreana! Spray rose bouquet as you take your vows.
Garden Roses: These roses exude luxury and sophistication with their lush, full blooms – ranging anywhere from 3.5-5.5 inches wide. And with their strong fragrance, you’ll smell the romance in the air.
Choosing the Right Rose Colors for Spring
Whatever your wedding aesthetic may be, there’s a rose that will fit right in. A few ideas for color schemes with roses in your spring wedding are:
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Blush pinks & soft pastels
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Ivory & white
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Peach & apricot
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Bold pops of magenta or coral
Creative Ways to Use Roses in Wedding Decor
Bridal/bridesmaid bouquets: Whether classic and traditional or modern and chic, a bundle of roses make the perfect accessory to carry down the aisle on your big day. Use them on their own or incorporate other flowers for variety.
Ceremony arches: As a symbol of love, roses create the perfect backdrop to say “I do.” Consider intertwining greenery with your roses along the arch to create a more layered look. You can even color coordinate with the roses in your bridesmaids’ bouquets!
Table centerpieces: When it comes time for the reception, roses can be used to adorn the tables and add to the ambiance of the event. For long, rectangular tables, consider placing roses in a horizontal line in the center along the length of the table. For circular tables, placing a bouquet right in the center will add a touch of elegance.
Flower crowns & wearable floral accessories: For the boho brides, a flower crown of roses adds a stylish and earthy element to your wedding look.
Aisle decorations & wedding favors: Dried rose petals are perfect for you or your flower girl to sprinkle down the aisle for an extra touch of romance. They can also be put into sachets and placed at each seat for a little burst of natural fragrance for your guests.
For DIY brides, check out our post on How to Dry Your Rose Petals for step-by-step instructions and even more fun ideas for how to use them!
Care Tips for Fresh Wedding Roses
In the days leading up to your wedding, you’ll want to ensure your roses stay fresh and looking their best. Here are a few tips for keeping them in tip-top shape for the big day:
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Snip the stems: Upon arrival, give your roses a fresh cut at a 45-degree angle, about ½ inch above the bottom of the stems. Use sharp kitchen scissors or a knife to give them the cleanest cut possible and prevent damage.
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Keep them hydrated: Remove the lower leaves of your roses and place them in a clean vase with room temperature water. Change the water every 2-3 days.
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Feed them well: Keep your roses looking nourished by adding flower food to your vase. Add more every 2-3 days.
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Store them properly: Store your roses in a cool area away from direct sunlight to avoid wilting.
Transporting your Wedding Roses Safely
On the day of the event, it’s important to protect the petals and prevent them from bruising during transport. Here are a few safety measures to remember:
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Secure the bunches: Pack your roses gently in cardboard boxes with packing material – such as bubble wrap. This will prevent them from shifting during transit.
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Avoid overcrowding: Ensure there’s enough space between the roses so they don’t bump into each other.
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Keep them cool & hydrated: If you live in a hot climate, keep your vehicle air-conditioned so your roses don’t wilt. If possible, keep them in containers of water during the journey. E
The versatility and variety of roses make them an obvious choice for your spring wedding florals. Visit April & Ashley to browse our gorgeous rose bouquets that will make your special day even more romantic and memorable.