How to prepare a garden for a wedding?

A garden wedding is an alternative to an outdoor party. In order for everything to succeed regardless of the weather, it is worth preparing the garden for the wedding properly. What to remember when preparing an outdoor party? How to take care of guests both in hot weather and rain? Here are some ideas for the perfect wedding garden! 

The perfect garden for a wedding, or what?

A garden for a wedding… If you want to organize an outdoor party, the Bride and Groom should consider whether the place is really suitable. A garden for a wedding, where the bride and groom want to celebrate their marriage, does not have to be huge. It's important to plan everything carefully. In a well-organized space, you can offer guests outdoor fun and take care of their needs so that they do not think about returning to the roof all night long.  

If the place of the party is a backyard garden or a garden next to a restaurant with which the bride and groom want to sign a contract, they do not have to worry about many logistical problems. However, when organizing a wedding in a home garden, the Young Couple must hire a service.   

When looking for a garden where you can organize a wedding reception, the Young Couple must take into account several aspects. The most important thing will be whether wedding party it will not disturb the quiet of the night and will not cause the neighbors to be disturbed by playing until the morning.  

It is worth looking for a place that can be divided into zones. Thanks to this, the wedding garden will easily serve both as a place for dancing and feasting. 

The bride and groom should think about a place where a band or a DJ can set up, as well as a place where guests can eat something. It is also worth thinking about a place off the beaten track, where the gathered will be able to sit and relax or spend time talking. However, looking for a wedding garden on your own that meets these criteria seems to be a daunting task.  

Is a garden for a wedding really a good solution? 

When organizing an outdoor wedding in the summer, almost every bride and groom is worried about the heat. While high temperatures do not seem so dangerous when the wedding is organized in an air-conditioned room, the wedding garden will not be cooled down. Therefore, the bride and groom are not unjustly afraid of tiring, too high temperatures during the party. 

Outdoor wedding

It is good if the garden for the wedding is at least partially shaded. Trees create not only a favorable microclimate, but also a beneficial shade. And this one will probably be desired by everyone during sunny, warm days.  

In the perfect garden for a wedding on a hot day, the bride and groom will find a pond, stream or fountain. It's not about cooling down. The mere presence of water makes the air in the garden more humid and the heat less oppressive.

Garden for a wedding in the rain 

Wedding planning usually takes place months or even years in advance. So no one can predict what the weather will be like on that day. Organizing a wedding in the garden involves the risk that it will rain on that day.  

An outdoor wedding is a real organizational challenge. In case of inclement weather, every effort should be made to ensure that guests do not get wet. All kinds of roofing come with help. Canopies, sails and even umbrellas can save a party during temporary rainfall. However, it is better to consider the garden for the wedding as one of the options, a nice variety, and plan the whole event in wedding hall. It is said that rain on the wedding day brings happiness to the bride and groom for future years together. Therefore, let even rainfall not be able to spoil the celebration of the Bride and Groom.  

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Garden for a wedding - not only in summer!

We associate a wedding in the garden with summer. However, is it right? Is it not possible to organize a garden party also at other times of the year? Imagine an autumn garden. It's September or October, and the surroundings are so beautiful that the colors of the changing leaves are unreal, absent at any other time of the year. These goldens, yellows, oranges, burgundy, claret, purples ... No other season will give us such a spectacle of colors. And the temperature? Mulled wine or cider, warming dishes and dancing will make even a colder evening not scary for us. And what's important - we have decorations for free! Every garden is beautiful this time of year. The green is still juicy and the colors are saturated. Red rowan trees, purple and white heathers, orange pumpkins - lanterns placed in strategic places will bring out all the beauty of autumn nature. So it's worth considering wedding in October in the garden.  

Garden decoration for a wedding

The decoration of the garden for the wedding can reflect the decor of the wedding hall. So let's think about how we would decorate the ballroom for our wedding, and let's take advantage of these inspirations.

A ceremony in the spirit of our ancestors is perfect for an outdoor wedding. So maybe slavic wedding? Slavs in the pre-Christian era had weddings in sacred groves - maybe it's worth referring to this and organizing a party wedding in the garden? Surrounded by beautiful flowers, majestic trees and spreading bushes. Let's forget for a moment that we are in the 21st century and immerse ourselves in the world of nature! Such wedding in the garden it will definitely be different - green calms, calms down, allows you to feel your own emotions.

Or maybe instead of working on decorating your own garden, rent a ready one? A country-style wedding - only in an open-air museum! If we dream of such fun, referring to the tradition of the old village, it is worth organizing a wedding in an open-air museum. It couldn't be more rural and stylish… In Poland, there are dozens of so-called open-air museums, some of which can host a wedding reception, and most of them - a photo session! We can find them in every region of the country. Such a background is also suitable for a wedding in a rustic or folk style.

You can suggest the guests to dress in a suitable style - some will certainly be happy to take part in this fun and appear in folk stylizations. In a typical country garden, you will find fruit trees and shrubs (they bloom beautifully in spring and early summer!) and herbs. The rural garden is characterized by a relaxed and homely atmosphere, and even a certain artistic disorder. Lawns resemble meadows, we see corners full of flowers, herbs and vegetables. Importantly, the flowers usually create a multi-colored, bright composition in it. Photos with such a background will be unique!  

How to decorate a garden for a wedding?

It is worth considering that it can be difficult to match the style of the garden to the style of the wedding. After all, we will not suddenly replant plants, and renting large trees or shrubs or many pots with flowers may be too expensive. It will be much easier to match the wedding decor to the garden where we plan to organize the party.
What style are the gardens arranged in? The art of consciously composing trees, shrubs, flowers, herbs and other elements of the natural world can take many forms. There are many styles in garden art. After all, we are talking about Japanese, French and English gardens. Rural, urban and suburban gardens. Geometric and freeform. What are the different garden styles? Is it possible to match them with wedding decor? Let's take a look at the most popular ones - there is a chance that we will be able to find just such a garden and arrange our own in it dream wedding.

A glamorous wedding in a baroque French garden

French garden is one of the most recognizable ways of arranging a garden - and the most demanding! Iron symmetry is characteristic of this style. All plants must be properly trimmed and formed. The entire garden is crossed by paths covered with colorful gravel. Flowerbeds densely planted with various species of flowers resemble oriental carpets. Nature tamed by man - this is the quintessence of the French garden. It is an almost theatrical style, full of splendor and wealth, with many elements of small garden architecture (decorative benches, figurines, fountains) and buildings. They often feature artificial hills, plant sculptures and hedge mazes. Orangeries, garden theaters and special garden rooms were built in French gardens. The Baroque French garden has its origins in 17th-century France, the most famous garden of this type is of course the one in Versailles.

Garden for a glamorous wedding

What decoration would suit this garden? The best would be style wedding glamor. The same elegance as in a French garden. Glamor is glitz. Just add a few mirrors, crystals or rhinestones, white roses and elegant tableware and the wedding is ready! In order for the arrangement not to seem too cold, it is worth supplementing it with colors that are associated with luxury - purple, violet, deep pink. In a baroque garden, you will certainly find discounts in these colors.

An elegant party in a romantic English garden  

English garden it has a free, natural layout. It gained popularity in the 18th century as a counterweight to the fancy French gardens. It refers to natural landscape gardens, hence its irregular form. He likes all vines hanging on the pergolas and walls of the house, even clematis, wisteria, climbing roses. It is a garden with well-maintained lawns as the central part, surrounded by large, colorful flowerbeds (pink, purple and white varieties of flowers predominate). In the romantic garden there are romantic corners with wrought iron benches and fragrant roses. Mysterious, secluded gazebos, hedges, ivy-covered sculptures and rock formations are also desirable. A dream backdrop for wedding photos!

If an English garden means an English-style wedding. Classic, elegance, timelessness, these are its features. Idyllic, casual freedom meets elements of urban elegance. Peace and harmony. Floral, striped or checkered materials complement metal, wrought iron or stone seats. And roses - all varieties and colors. A romantic world, a romantic garden, a romantic wedding.  

A garden for a wedding – secret gardens of the East…  

Orient. This word brings to mind fabulous colors, smells of eastern spices and heavy sweetish perfumes. A wealth of shapes and ornaments. An aura of exoticism, sensuality and mystery. On the other hand, the minimalism of Japanese interiors, although also contrasted with the richness of geisha costumes. The fascination with the Orient has been visible in Europe since the 17th century. Since then, the aristocracy in their palaces arranged oriental rooms or eastern salons or boudoirs in the Japanese or Chinese style.

So why not, having a Japanese or Chinese garden at your disposal, organize a party in oriental style? The wedding of a thousand and one nights? Why not! You will need furniture made of heavy, exotic wood, and light, forged metal tables or benches. Ornate details in mother of pearl, copper, gold and bronze. Stylized lamps and lanterns to hang on trees. Juicy, saturated colors - bold combinations of pink with red and brown, or brown, red and purple. Or blues with navy blues and greens. Fairy-tale mood guaranteed!

Japanese garden on the one hand, it is supposed to resemble a natural landscape, imitate nature (natural materials, lack of symmetry), on the other hand, it is very well maintained, but in such a way as to hide traces of human intervention. These gardens are characterized by harmony, simplicity and elegance. One of the maxims concerning the arrangement of Japanese gardens says: "learn from nature, but do not copy it". A Japanese garden must not lack water - streams, ponds with islands are supposed to bring life and movement to the garden. Trees are often miniatures. Stones and boulders used for decoration symbolize the immutability of nature. Their shape is to be associated with nature - a flat stone in the water symbolizes a turtle, and standing vertically means a crane. On the other hand in the Chinese garden we will find mainly trees, but also orchids, peonies and chrysanthemums. It is an irregular garden, without straight lines, all elements should be odd. Here, too, there must be water - a symbol of life (pond, brook, stream). The paths are winding, irregular and made of stones.

Or maybe a wedding in the courtyard?

So in the monastery garden! It is a rectangular or square garden, surrounded by the walls of the monastery. Often there is a well or fountain in the center, it is surrounded by cloisters. It brings to mind old ages, the atmosphere is usually magical, a bit eerie, especially after dark.

Combination of boho style with a modern garden  

In case of modern garden, also called geometric, the name speaks for itself. It is based on shapes and geometric figures. Quite simple, dominated by species that can be easily formed. Not a lot of plants in it. Maybe not as a complement, but as a contrast, organize a boho-style party in it? Insanely colourful, vibrating, rich in colors, patterns and decorations. Style boho it is a combination of patterns and colors from different parts of the world, a kind of patchwork. Let's decorate the garden with colorful cushions and floral rugs, let's add leopard spots, Łowicz stripes and Scottish plaids. And all seasoned with beads, pompoms or colorful rosettes. Maybe it's time for joyful, unrestrained fun?

A folk party in a naturalistic garden

A naturalistic garden naturally fits into the surrounding landscape. Very lush, with a large number of plants of various species. It is associated with a slight disorder, a somewhat mysterious atmosphere. It is worth organizing a wedding in the folk style. This means a mix of colors and patterns. The wedding arrangement must not lack colorful scarves and ribbons, elements in intense red, subtle cutouts and a wealth of flowers in all colors of the rainbow.

Garden for a wedding - rustic

Rustic gardenalso known as rural. Irregular, with lots of plant species and colorful flowers. Fragrant, colorful, cheerful. Wood, stone, wicker – these are his materials. Rustic style wedding in such a garden is a hit! An event inspired by nature and the idyllic atmosphere of the countryside. The rustic arrangement is dominated by earth colors (especially greens, beiges and browns), subtle decorations (jute sacks and strings, braids, lace) and wildflowers. It is worth adding delicate twigs to decorate wedding tables, antiqued items and airy decorations that refer to nature with their character.

A garden for a wedding - neofolk in a Scandinavian garden

Scandinavian garden is a combination of a geometric, minimalist and functional modern style with a naturalistic style, referring to the natural landscape. Plants grow freely, ornamental grasses are common. Scandinavians love their tradition, so it is worth organizing a party in style in such a garden neofolk. In this style, we escape the literal nature of rural decorations. We choose only the most interesting folk art, combining traditional and modern elements. Simplicity, although often not devoid of sophistication, colorful fabrics, unpretentiousness - this is the essence of neofolk. Regional ornaments, often in a simplified form, will fit perfectly into Scandinavian gardens.

Hamptons-themed party in the marine garden

Maybe you dream of a party like on the American coast of Long Island? The cream of society - elegance, luxury, sophistication. Then a marine garden will be perfect! It is associated with coastal climates and vegetation naturally occurring on the coast. Stones, sand - like in dunes, plus various species of ornamental grass blown by the wind. Colors - the colors of sea water as well as sky blues and sandy beiges. Add vases in the shape of sea shellfish, ornaments made of natural or bleached wood in the shape of starfish and shells, wicker and rattan (for example, garden furniture), some accessories in silver (candlesticks) and navy blue - and you're done!

How to entertain guests wedding in the garden? 

A garden for a wedding, just like ballroom or wedding, it can be maintained in various stylizations. The bride and groom can choose a country garden and organize an idyllic wedding, or a rose garden, where you can organize a boho, glamor or vintage style wedding. By choosing a place to celebrate, the bride and groom can emphasize the atmosphere in which they want to maintain the whole ceremony. 

Attractions for a wedding in the garden

When looking for attractions and amenities during a wedding, the bride and groom have the same wide choice as when organizing an indoor wedding. They can invite a bartender, create sweet table at a wedding or a lemonade bar.  

 

It is worth thinking about a place to relax, where you can set up deckchairs and even spread out picnic blankets. The garden is worth decorating with various types of lanterns and garlands. Thanks to this, there will be a pleasant semi-darkness, which will be emphasized by a delicate light. They are great after dark sparklers for a wedding. 

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