Simplified Wedding Ceremony during Covid

Is it possible to design and flawlessly execute your dream wedding in late July 2020, during covid?

Yes. Cassia and Justin used this opportunity to simplify and scale down their ceremony and reception while still creating the day of their dreams.

To accommodate guests they rented this splendid Airbnb in Berks County, Pennsylvania for friends and family as their backdrop and gathering site. Friends congregated the night before and prepared in the well-appointed farmhouse. The next day, the couple’s socially-distanced outdoor wedding ceremony took place on the back lawn, while the reception dinner was a short skip up the hill in the small, but perfect, mini-event space - custom built just for events like this.

Cassia requested a simple, seasonal bouquet of fresh herbs, bold zinnia and glorious summer dahlia, loosely tied with a white dangly ribbon. It was the perfect accompaniment to her free-flowing, meadow dress. Justin’s funky floral tie looked great paired with his tiny “clustered wildflower” boutonniere.

The small-scale redesign of this wedding allowed the bride and her family the opportunity to design their own dinner tables and a trio of cakes with plentiful fresh-cut organic herbs, sprigs, and flowers, supplied the day of by Studio Sprig. I think the results are breathtaking. If you enjoyed this blog please subscribe here. Thank you.

Please enjoy more stunning event photos by Scott and Kristi of Littlewing Studio.

Why You Should Choose Seasonal Prom Flowers

Prom is the one ‘school’ day each year where you can really shine. You’ll brighten the room with your stunning gown and glamorous hair, so why should your flowers be mediocre, bland, and quite frankly, dull?

Many of you know I began designing flowers in 2016 after many years of designing as an Art Director. Studio Sprig is my Bucks County, PA design studio that thrives on working with, not against, the environment. What that means is that I work with the seasons to choose my flowers, herbs, and sprigs whenever possible. I’ve cultivated relationships with many local growers and I’ve worked hard to learn how to create floral designs creatively using as much “seasonal nature” as I can. Much the same theory as your preference for fresh from-the-garden tomatoes in the summer only. We all know it’s because summer tomatoes taste so much better than winter tomatoes. Flowers are no different. They are so much fresher and more beautiful when they are grown locally. Their stems are not thick because they were bred for long travels. Their fragrance is not absent because they were bred to produce more and not for their scent. They look better and last longer because they were probably harvested yesterday as opposed to 3 weeks ago so they could lay dormant in a big, dark cooler.

Purple and White Anemone Prom Posy.

Hands down, local is the way to go. And the great news is that in this portion of the country, we have a plethora of local farms growing beautiful flowers. You just need to know where to look. Don’t worry, you don’t need to because I have done the homework for you. All you need to do is learn what flowers are in the season of your event. Whether is a prom or a wedding or even just a smaller party, if it falls between March - November (Northeast United States), chances are there are beautiful flowers you can count on.

In this story:

• Winter Wedding Flowers

• Spring Wedding Flowers

• Summer Wedding Flowers

• Fall Wedding Flowers

Spring Wedding Flowers

Spring couples are in luck because so, so many flowers reach peak bloom during the spring. Plus, the colors, from purple lilacs and hyacinths to soft pink sweet peas and peonies, are just divine. Learn more about in-season spring flowers here.

Best March Flowers Wedding Flowers

Ranunculus Given that ranunculus is such a popular flower, many couples look into procuring it all year long. However, it naturally blooms during late winter and early spring so it'll look especially fresh and sprightly at a March wedding.

Sweet Pea This delicate bloom smells great and looks amazing, but is only available for couples tying the knot in late winter or early spring.

Tulip Much like daffodils, tulips are a classic late winter and early spring flower. Tulips (which come in shades as varied as vibrant yellow to pastel pink) bring an elegant, refined feel to wedding arrangements. Much like daffodils, tulips are an iconic spring bloom known for their distinct shape and vibrant colors. Fringe tulips are a trendy variety that continues to gain popularity among florists and nearly-newlyweds alike.
Anemone
Known for their iconic black center, anemone flowers bring a fun and whimsical element to all floral designs. Anemone season runs from October through May so winter couples and spring couples alike can make use of this dramatic flower.
Daffodil
Daffodils are the quintessential spring flower. The trumpet-like blooms, which are available from February through May, would look beautiful in assorted bud vases on your reception tablescapes.
Hyacinth
Hyacinth, which is generally available in early- to mid-spring, is a great addition to spring wedding bouquets. The plant, which comes in a variety of colorways from pink and purple to white, grows in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-8, which means it's readily available across the US.

Best April Wedding Flowers

Sweet Pea While most couples think of pink and peachy hues for sweet peas, the botanical also grows in brown and purple colorways as well.

Lily of the Valley A favorite of the British royal family, this small bloom is great for an April garden wedding.

Hyacinth Similar in shape to lilacs, hyacinth (which can be white, pink or purple) works well in spring centerpieces that benefit from the plant's height.

Lily of the Valley
A favorite of the British royal family, lily of the valley is a great option for formal, luxury weddings. While orchids and calla lily blooms are great go-tos for luxe weddings during the colder months, lily of the valley is the best bet for spring couples who want a formal, classic flower.

Best May Wedding Flowers

Peony Peonies are beloved by many to-be-weds, but sadly have a relatively short growing season. Only a few lucky mid-Spring couples are able to utilize this lush flower in their designs. Peonies, which flower from April through June, come in a variety of colors so there's sure to be one that fits your aesthetic. White peonies would look at-home in a bridesmaid or bridal bouquet at a romantic estate wedding while vibrant coral charm peonies would complement a whimsical barn wedding beautifully.

Hydrangea Great for large-scale installations at weddings, hydrangeas are at their peak before seasonal temperatures get hot, causing them to wilt.

Lilac A quintessential spring flower, lilacs are a great option for May couples who want a bold pop of purple in their flower arrangements.
What's not to love about the soft pastel purple hued lilacs? Lilacs are most readily available in northern states from mid- to late-spring. For couples on the hunt for more purple wedding flowers, clematis is an option that's mainly available during the summer months, but may be able to be procured for a late-spring wedding.

Poppy
Poppies are a stunning bloom, but the flower is fragile so it works best when used sparingly alongside more hardy flowers. Poppies bloom in USDA Hardiness Zones 3-8 and are generally available from late spring to early summer.

Best June Wedding Flowers

Rose Roses can be procured almost anywhere during any time of the year, but they look especially great at June weddings. Since June is a transitional time as late spring gives way to early summer, some strictly spring or summer flowers are hard to come by. However, rose is a timeless standby that works in any wedding aesthetic.

Delphinium (Larkspur) Delphinium, also known as larkspur, looks similar in nature to Bells-of-Ireland or stock. Delphinium works well as ceremony aisle flowers because of the height it brings to arrangements.

Gardenia Gardenias are especially fragrant flowers so care should be taken when deciding to incorporate them into boutonnieres or bouquets as some may have sensitivities to smell. Nevertheless, the spring flower is a beautiful option for romantic and elegant occasions.

Hydrangea
The volume hydrangea brings makes it a great flower for wedding arrangements. If you've always dreamed of an all-white bouquet but don't want it to be a strictly rose bouquet, ask your floral designer to layer in other white flowers, like hydrangea, into the design. Another reason to-be-weds love hydrangeas? They're available starting in the spring, but continue to bloom through the summer and into early fall.

It’s here we create our prom posies and boutonnieres with flowers, herbs, and greens grown by local, small-scale growers who honestly care about their harvest. We style unique, magical posies and boutonnieres that will take your breath away and make others swoon. This year, be a little wild and choose Sprig. XXOO - Kimberly

All of the prom dates of the Conestoga High School Crew Team received unique Studio Sprig Posies.

Here’s your chance to be unique by creatively capturing glorious spring in one perfect, little, hand-wrapped posy. Lucky for you, just about now, loads of yummy local Pennsylvania flowers are bursting from the ground. Striking beauties called “Amandine Marshmallow” Ranunculus, “Panda” Anemone, specialty tulips like “Exotic Emperor” and delicate daffodils with fabulous names like “Sunny Girlfriend” are varieties you can look forward to.

Lilacs, hellebore and orange tulips to accent this pretty blue dress.

White panda and deep purple anemone, lilacs and sprigs in this prom posy.

White and pale pink peony for a May prom.

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