Collection: Hydrangea Bouquets

What do hydrangeas symbolise?

The hydrangea symbolises gratitude, grace and beauty. It also radiates abundance because of the lavish number of flowers and the generous round shape. Its colours symbolise love, harmony and peace. The flower lends itself naturally to floral arrangements for weddings and birthdays but is also equally suitable for memorial bouquets.

How to care for hydrangea flowers?

Here are some tips on how to keep your hydrangeas fresh for longer:

Fill a clean vase almost full with tap water and add flower food if possible

Trim the stems by 2-3cm using a pair of strong scissors as hydrangea stems can be quite woody and tough to cut 

Make sure you keep the water level topped up daily and remove any wilted foliage which may have fallen into the vase. You can mist the flower heads occasionally to prolong vase life 

Re-cut the stems every two days and change the water completely.

You could also check out our Flower Care Tips.

What flowers are best to pair with hydrangeas?

Hydrangeas make a beautiful bouquet combined with the following flowers:

Roses

Peonies

Delphiniums

Ranunculus

Tulips

Hyacinth

Calla Lilies

Accenting a bundle of hydrangea with greenery adds layers and texture. Anything from eucalyptus, to olive branches, smilax, or even assorted fern leaves can take a bouquet from mono-floral to multidimensional for weddings from spring to winter.

How long do hydrangea flowers last? 

An individual hydrangea flower bouquet can last up to two weeks. Whereas plant flowers throughout the entire spring-summer season and can last up to 50 years if properly cared for. 

Are hydrangeas good for wedding bouquets? 

Hydrangeas are preferred by florists for wedding bouquets and floral décor. Its lovely colours represent love, grace, and beauty, making it a great option for a special bride's bouquet. When designing wedding flower arrangements or bouquets, some floral designers utilise hydrangeas in floral foam. This popular flower can be used alone in a bouquet or mixed with other flowers to provide a romantic touch. There are used in any wedding style, whether it’s a traditional or a  modern style wedding event. 

How do I keep hydrangeas from wilting in my wedding bouquet? 

Hydrangeas can be kept fresh by following some care tips. First, trim the stems of hydrangeas at an angle and place them in freshwater. Add flower nutrients like a mixture of one tablespoon of sugar solution and 1/4 tablespoon of household bleach. You can also dip cut hydrangeas stems in alum powder before putting the flower in a vase. In this way, you can keep your hydrangeas fresh for a long time.