Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Potted Plant Arrangement


My grandmother did this arrangement for our Easter celebration. This arrangement gave a very grand appearance to the center of the buffet table for a fraction of what cut flowers would have cost. The cool thing about using potted plants, instead of fresh cut, is that it can be less expensive and they last much longer. She got this wire flower tower from a local interior design shop, but you can find them at gardening centers as well.

One of the tips that she said is to include plenty of greenery. This gives the arrangement a fresh, spring look. My favorite were the bright green baby ferns that are on the 2nd and 4th layers.

Also, in order to cover up the pots, you can use spanish moss, or any other kind of moss, around the outer edges of the wire rack.

Another idea that I heard recently for bridal showers...

They arranged a large pot with potted plants in the center of the table, which was later given to the couple to plant at their new home. Smaller arrangement were put into terracotta pots and disperse throughout the house. These were the guest's party favor at the end of the day! Another way that you can use potted plants as a less expensive option for entertaining!

4 comments:

Lis said...

LOVE the centerpiece and I just love the shower idea - super eco friendly and wallet friendly!!

Gorgeous!!

jewelry without jewels said...

So pretty!

xo,
E

Unknown said...

You're grandmother is so talented!!

I used monogrammed mini flower pots filled with birdseed at my wedding.

Leah said...

I love that! What a great idea!