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Fri Jun 21, 2024
Garden parties: a classic summer celebration and the ideal way of spending time with loved ones in the sun. But for those who’ve never hosted, or may be looking for new ideas, Forest of Flowers has some top tips for crafting the perfect garden bash!
The decor is essential for designing the most beautiful and memorable garden party, but there are several other things to consider. Flowers are a perfect centrepiece for just about any occasion, and a garden party is a perfect opportunity to showcase some summer blooms.
Showing off your green thumb is an excellent way to be the talk of the town and leave your guests preserving those memories like pressed flowers. Luckily, Forest of Flowers has the best tips to get you on the right track to hosting a beautiful blooming June garden party.
Everything in a garden party needs to be balanced, and that includes the budget you're working with.
If you have the funds and want to save yourself the hassle, we recommend having a professional local florist handle the flower arrangements for you. It saves a lot of time and a lot of work on your end, and pretty much ensures your decor is going to feature the best, top-notch seasonal flowers.
However, if you don't have the budget to have a florist handle the decorations, you could do the arrangement yourself if you have the skill. But it's important to keep in mind that you're going to need to set aside a realistic amount of time for yourself. Picking party flowers takes a lot of time, on top of having to build out the arrangements. So, if you can swing it, it's ideal to have a florist handle it. If not, we recommend booking out an entire day to pick and arrange your DIY floral decor.
If you happen to have a garden with plenty of flowers, you can organize your next garden cleanup to coincide with your DIY flower arranging. Go around the garden and see what needs preening and use whatever clippings and blooms you have to spare to build yourself a fresh flower arrangement.
When it comes to deciding on WHAT flowers to use, you can consider several things. Whether you want to opt solely for seasonal flowers based on what’s at your disposal, or if you’d prefer to dictate decor based on colour - you can come up with several unique ideas.
Yellow is a classic summer colour; it reminds many of the sun, warmth, light, and happiness. It’s also perfect for a summer-themed garden party.
Roses, lilies, carnations, snapdragons, and more, all come in various shades of beautiful, sunny yellow.
You can add these summer blooms in a delicate, round vase for something more classic or even craft an intricate piece utilizing aqua foam if you want something more structured.
Are you looking for something sunny and yellow? Luckily, Forest of Flowers has the perfect option for you: check out our Sunshine Surprise on our online shop. It features a beautiful array of yellow blooms with a modern rectangular vase.
Orange - one of the many colours you can see in a sunrise. A popular autumn colour, admittedly, but equally a contender for a summer shade, a kiss of orange is a beautiful option for a summer-themed garden party.
Whether you want something completely orange or just want to feature it alongside other popular summer colours like hot pink or red, big, bold orange blooms are a show-stopping option for a garden party.
Do you want something featuring the warmth and spice of stunning orange flowers? A Burst of Colourful Orange Gerberas and Yellow Daisies is an excellent option to choose for your June garden party. Featuring bright orange gerberas, yellow daisies, and bold carnations, it’s a guaranteed gasp-inspiring arrangement.
Ah, gem tones. A timeless classic combination of colours resembling precious treasures that can last a lifetime. While flowers matching their captivating hues won’t last nearly as long, you can create beautiful memories with gem-coloured arrangements.
Summer is a lively time that calls for something bold and beautiful to spark awe in your June garden party guests. Combinations of purple, yellow, pink, orange, green and more - gem tones are an excellent choice for floral arrangements to really encapsulate the spirit of summer.
Looking for a gem-inspired bundle of blooms? Check out our Gorgeous Gem Tones Featuring an Array of Purple and Yellow Daisies, Orange Gerberas and Pink Carnations.
OK, we’ve given you some expert florist advice, but now we have to consider the other elements of a June garden party. One of which includes food.
No party is complete if you don’t have food. Eating delicious food is a great way to encourage your guests to be social and show them you’re grateful for their company, so making sure you have food that fits your theme is essential.
Whether you’re planning on a potluck-style barbecue or prefer an array of dainty appetizers, we’ll help you decide on some essential bites of delicious dishes that are sure to please just about anyone.
Ah, sliders - smaller versions of many delicious sandwiches ranging from burgers, pulled pork, rubens and veggie delights. There are a great number of variants of sliders that you can introduce to your June garden party. Need some ideas for sliders? We got you covered.
Who doesn’t love food on a stick? It’s convenient, doesn’t require additional cutlery, and can feature just about anything from barbecued meats, cured meats, briny olives, veggies and cheese - all manner of yummy things. Let’s explore some varieties of skewers, shall we?
Of course, if you’re more of the barbecue type, offer to grill up some summer classics like burgers, hot dogs, chicken, or any veggie varieties and ask your guests to bring some sides. A potluck-style/family-style meal around a table is just as good as delicate bite-sized meals.
Has this blog not entertained you enough? No worries, lucky for you, we have some ideas to keep your garden party from getting dull! Of course, the enjoyment of good food and good company is usually enough, but to have the June garden party of all garden parties, having some world-class entertainment is a must.
Ducky dip, ring toss, bouncy castles or even a cotton candy machine is a great way to wake up the inner child in all your friends. A collection of funfair-style games is a surefire way to be the talk of the neighbourhood for many summers to come.
Because you’re outside, you don’t have to stress too much about mess. This makes it so you can host a myriad of DIY crafts. Painting rocks, tie-dying shirts, or do-it-yourself flower crowns is a fun way to get your guests doing crafty things and walk away with a physical memory of your June garden party.
Whether you hook up a stereo system to play classic pop tunes from the early 2000s or hire a classy jazz musician, having some music to let your guests enjoy and dance to is a great way to keep the party going. If you feel extra spicy, you can also hook up a karaoke machine and let your guests sing their hearts out. Of course, your music can reflect your theme!
Hopefully, our summery tips and tricks for the best June garden party have helped you come up with some ideas for your heatwave bash. If you need help with the floral arrangement department, your friends at Forest of Flowers have your back. Forest of Flowers is your local florist professional with expertise in creating beautiful arrangements and bouquets. Whatever your occasion is, we have what you need. See our website for more.
