22nd April 2020 / Prue Fletcher: Curating the Perfect Autumn Arrangement

Let's face it, we could all use a bit of colour in our worlds at the moment! And, thanks to mother nature, we can!

Cool autumn weather reveals nature's true hues, a season when our gardens come alive with the glorious shades of yellow, orange, red, purple, and browns.

So, next time you step outside, peel your eyes open to the magic that is Autumn and enlist some of the below ideas to help create some beautiful pockets of colour within your home:

• To create a simple statement arrangement, use a mass of only one or two rich-coloured flowers or foliage.
• Choose fewer varieties and create shapes with lots of the same foliage pieces.
• If you like the idea of a long-lasting arrangement, remove all leaves and hang upside down until the stems are completely dried out. Leaves and grasses will also dry well if left in a well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight.

For a floral injection, here is a list of flowers that bloom in Autumn in Australia:

• Dahlias
• Cymbidium orchids
• Calla lilies
• Lavender
• Roses
• Tulips
• Nerine

Source: www.realliving.com.au | Tips for Creating a Seasonal Arrangement