Saying “I Do” to Luxury and Sustainability: Your Guide to Eco-Friendly Wedding Flowers in Pennsylvania
with Jessica of Pittsburgh’s Bramble and Blossom
Planning a Pennsylvania wedding? Did you know that you can have both breathtaking blooms and a sustainable celebration? Picture this: custom, one-of-a-kind arrangements crafted with the freshest, locally sourced blooms at peak perfection. That’s the true definition of luxury, and it’s achievable through sustainable farming and eco-friendly floral design practices.
With over 150 cut flower farms in our state, stunning, eco-conscious wedding florals are not just possible, they’re the height of luxury and can take your wedding vision to its fullest potential for elegance and romance. Today, I’m hopping on the PA Weddings blog to dispel a few myths and show you how to make your Pennsylvania wedding breathtakingly beautiful and kind to our planet with seasonal, American-grown flowers!
Sustainable is the New Chic
Let’s ditch the outdated notion that sustainable means sacrificing luxury. Today’s eco-conscious brides understand that true luxury lies in something custom, specific, and one-of-a-kind. Locally sourced, seasonal blooms offer exactly that. May brides might imagine cascading bouquets of locally-grown peonies, bursting with fragrance and personality, and September brides may dream about a garden-style arrangement featuring vibrant dahlias and foraged wildflowers, each stem echoing your unique love story and shared commitment to the planet. Isn’t that the ultimate expression of luxury?
Myth #1: Local Blooms Lack Variety.
Forget limited options! Pennsylvania boasts a vibrant network of flower farmers and eco-friendly designers across our state. They cultivate an abundance of stunning, seasonal blooms, ensuring your arrangements are not only fresh and sustainable but also uniquely tailored to your wedding’s date.
Ask Your Florist:
- Do you work with local flower farms in our area?
- What flowers will be in season on my wedding date?
Myth #2: Sustainable floral design means it’ll be more expensive.
Not always! Opting for locally-grown blooms instead of imported ones means cutting out the cost of expensive shipping and freight fees, which designers pass on to wedding clients. Eco-conscious florists in Pennsylvania offer competitive pricing and packages that will align with your budget, from simple bouquets to grand, large-scale installations and everything in between.
Ask Your Florist:
- What practices does your business use to minimize waste and energy consumption?
- Do you offer reusable vases or other decor rentals?
Myth #3: Eco-friendly choices require sacrificing my dream vision.
Nope. Collaboration with an experienced, creative, eco-conscious florist, you can achieve your dream wedding aesthetic while staying true to your values. Discuss your vision with your florist and explore options that align with your style and their sustainable practices. Sustainability is about conscious choices, not sacrificing elegance. Imagine the luxury of bespoke, seasonal florals, hand-selected by your florist to reflect your style and the natural beauty of Pennsylvania. This personalized approach reflects the height of floral couture, celebrating both your love story and our beautiful local environment.
Ask Your Florist:
- Can you create a custom design using locally sourced, seasonal blooms?
- How can we incorporate unique textures and natural elements into my arrangements?
- Do you offer sustainable alternatives to floral foam, like chicken wire or Oshun pouch mechanics?
Remember: Every eco-conscious choice, big or small, contributes to a more beautiful future. By embracing local, seasonal blooms and supporting sustainable practices, you can create a wedding that reflects your love story, your values, and your commitment to our planet. Let’s celebrate your “I Do” with both luxury and sustainability!
Jessica Stewart
Jessica Stewart is the owner and lead designer of Bramble & Blossom, an eco-friendly wedding floral design studio in Pittsburgh. Her business is dedicated to creating stunning, sustainably designed arrangements for Pittsburgh brides. A proud native of Slippery Rock, PA, Jessica draws inspiration from our state's natural beauty and the bounty of local farms. With 14 years of experience and a deep commitment to the Slow Flowers movement, Jessica is passionate about helping couples celebrate their love in a way that's both beautiful and sustainable.
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