Last weekend’s clear and temperate summer solstice delivered us from spring into what we hope will be warm and radiant months ahead. As we approach July and bid adieu to the gorgeous spring blooms that helped melt away the winter, our floral design team lets us know what we can look forward to next.
PLUSH PEONIES AND CHEERFUL TULIPS DELIGHTED US ALL SPRING. WHAT’S NEXT?
We’ve enjoyed all spring flowers, especially coral charm peonies (ABOVE) and multicolored tulips (BELOW)
SUCH GREAT HEIGHTS: GLADIOLUS & SUNFLOWERS
Make way for the long and lovely gladiolus. Watching the progression of their emerging blooms is absolutely worth the wait, and their lengthy stalks make excellent focal arrangements.
Gladiolus flowers coming to life in our floral studio.A striking focal for a modern wedding at the Art Institute Chicago with Engaging Events by Ali / Photo: Kent Drake Photography
A true testament to the season, sunflowers immediately and effortlessly bring light and life to any occasion.
Supplemental sunshine.
Here comes the sun: towering vases of sturdy sunflowers give this summer wedding an elegant garden-party feel. Photo: Photography by TaySunflower place card holders create a gorgeous display before dispersing pops of color to each and every table. Adler Planetarium / LK Events Photo: averyhouse
GARDEN VARIETY: CELOSIA & CROCOSMIA
Unusual in shape and texture, the varieties of celosia each offer a wonderful deviation from the norm.
Varieties of celosia, or cockscomb flowers, are known as “brain” (ABOVE) or “feather” celosia (BELOW) for their likeness to each.
“Brain” celosia does its part bringing beauty to an arrangement.Bright as a feather: orange feather celosia brings texture and color.
Petite and intricate, crocosmia add texture and brilliant color to any arrangement, and are also perfect for floral accessories such as boutonnieres or bouquets.
Small but mighty crocosmia.Pinning down perfect boutonniere flowers: crocosmia and orchids.Crocosmia accents a modern calla bouquet.
SHAPE UP: DAHLIAS & ASTILBE
Layers of rounded petals give dahlias a rich depth that is truly captivating. Possessing both bold and organic qualities, these blooms have versatility for different styles of centerpieces, arrangements and bouquets.
Dahlias, with their rich colors and perfect petals, command attention.Hello, Dahlias.Naturally bold. Photo: Fandl PhotographyDahlias find their place naturally in an eclectic bouquet.Dahlias easily pair with a plethora of flowers for a stunning gift arrangement.
Whimsically spiky and covered in tiny, intricate blooms, astilbe adds a wonderful, rustic softness. In white or pale pink, astilbe beautifully accents pastels and deep colors alike.
Adorable astilbe flowers in our studio.Gorgeous rustic centerpieces paired with vintage linens and metallics for a Bridgeport Arts Center wedding. Photo: Julia Franzosa PhotographyPale pink astilbe flowers complete an arrangement.
Seasons move fast; all of us at HMR Designs remind you to stop and admire the flowers. Thanks to our floral design team for sharing their expertise and helping us to welcome summer.
