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Freshen Your Events with Plants, Greenery, and Succulents

Are you looking for a fresh, sustainable, and eco-friendly way to decorate your special event that’s trendy yet out-of-the-box? Look no further than plants, greenery, and succulents, which are giving us so much life right now. They add abundant natural beauty to your decor and have a bunch of health benefits, like raising your guests’ spirits, purifying the air, and making everyone more relaxed and ready to enjoy the party. At Cascade Floral Wholesale in Everett, Washington, we have a wide selection of succulents and plants that will bring the outdoors inside with sophistication and glamour.

Sustainability at Its Finest

In a world where sustainability is becoming increasingly important, opting for plants, greenery, and succulents is a fantastic way to be mindful of your event’s environmental footprint. You can repot plants and enjoy them long after the party is over, which we love! Choosing options that can thrive indoors or be planted outdoors gives you a lasting reminder of your special day.

Succulent as table centerpiece

Plants and Succulents as Party Favors

We think thanking your friends and family for attending your event by sending them home with a living, breathing token of appreciation is a great idea. They are beautiful and have numerous health benefits, such as making people feel closer to nature, reducing stress, and sending anxiety packing. Plus, every time your guests water their plant or admire its growth, they’ll be reminded of the blast they had at your event!

Succulent wedding party favors

Choosing the Best Plants for Your Event

When selecting plants for your venue decor, it’s essential to consider your event’s overall theme and vibe. Are you hosting a luxe garden party wedding, an elegant soirée, or a casual backyard shower? The type of plants you choose should complement the atmosphere you’re trying to create. Consider classic options such as orchids, anthuriums, bromeliads, peace lilies, or English ivy arranged in unique containers for formal events. These plants are gorgeous and can elevate the setting nicely. For more relaxed gatherings, opt for succulents like haworthia, jade plants, or echeveria. These low-maintenance plants can thrive in many different environments, making them perfect for more chill get-togethers.

Plants decorating path to outdoor event

Styling Your Arrangements

Once you’ve chosen the perfect plants for your event, it’s time to get creative with your styling, which we think is the best part! Here are a few ideas to get you started:

Mix and Match

Combine different types of plants, succulents, and greenery to create visually interesting arrangements. Experiment with different shapes, sizes, and textures to add depth and movement to your display.

Freeform succulent and plant arrangement
Incorporate Architecture

If your venue has standout architectural elements like a chandelier, decorate it with trailing greenery that draws the eye upward. These additions can help create a cohesive look that ties the room together.

Chandelier decorated with greenery
Add Greenery to Confections

Since we all eat with out eyes first, decorate event treats with fresh succulents that add organic beauty to decadent desserts. The contrast between the two elements highlights freshness.

Naked wedding cake with succulents
Place Hanging and Cascading Plants Around the Venue

If you want your event to feel like a luxe getaway deep in the forest, hang plants and leafy greenery from walls and ceilings. This creates a sense of being immersed in the wilderness, which we love!

Wedding ceremony venue with lots of plants

Plants, greenery, and succulents are a fantastic way to elegantly freshen up your events and provide memorable party favors for your guests. With creativity and imagination, you can create stunning arrangements that will leave a lasting impression. At Cascade Floral Wholesale, we’re ready to help you add organic beauty to any occasion.