Sunflowers come in a number of varieties—ranging from small to very large, from having yellow petals to red. However, there is more to sunflowers than meets the eye. While they are stunningly beautiful, they also are rich in history and meaning.
The Meaning of Sunflowers
Sunflowers symbolize adoration, loyalty and longevity. Much of the meaning of sunflowers stems from its namesake, the sun itself. These flowers are unique in that they have the ability to provide energy in the form of nourishment and vibrancy—attributes which mirror the sun and the energy provided by its heat and light.
Sunflowers are known for being “happy” flowers, making them the perfect gift to bring joy to someone’s (or your) day.
The History of Sunflowers
Sunflowers originated in the Americas in 1,000 B.C., and were then cultivated as a valuable food source for centuries. With the European exploration of the New World, the flower’s popularity spread, as the rest of the world began to appreciate its beauty and sustenance.
Artists throughout history loved the sunflower’s unique splendor—those of the Impressionist era were especially fixated on the flower. The use of sunflower images as religious symbols has also been documented in some native societies.
Wild sunflowers are often photographed with their tall stalks and bright petals stretched towards the sun. This interesting behavior, known as phototropism, inspired a motif that has appeared in many ancient works.
Today, sunflowers remain a highly recognized flower, admired for its sunny charm and delightful disposition. These beauties are also still sourced for their seeds, as well as oils used for cooking and skin emollients. For a flower that reflects so many of the sun’s positive characteristics, it isn’t surprising that people enjoy basking in the sunflower’s warming glow so much.
- In Season Now: Fresh Ways to Use Sunflowers. If you're a sunflower-lover, definitely plan on a July, August, or September wedding, when the blooms are at the peak. Here are our favorite ways to incorporate the cheery flower into your wedding. All-Sunflower Bouquet (above): The bright yellow blooms look elegant and more upscale when simply combined with lush greenery.
- Sunflowers are everybody’s love! Bold, fun and cool, they will make your wedding fabulous! Sunflowers are perfect for summer, late summer and fall weddings, and you can apply them anywhere – from your reception to your food!Decorate your wedding arch or altar with them, make centerpieces, decorate placemats, backgrounds and your cake and cupcakes. All the florals can be made with ...SUNFLOWERS......MORE GREAT IDEAS WITH SUNFLOWERS...
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- Sunflower Favors: The only thing better than covering your wedding reception in sunflowers is sharing the love (and the seeds) so your guests can go home and plant their own. The fact that these packets of sunflower seeds are personalized with the couple's names and wedding date is the icing on the cake.
Rough wood and wooden slices can be used for cake and cupcake displays, they can be also used to display a centerpiece or some other décor. Use all the gifts of fall to decorate your wedding: pumpkins, fall leaves, apples, pomegranates and berries. Decorate your aisle, arch, make centerpieces and table runners of them. Use hay for seats in some of areas, get some burlap for table runners and various hanging decorations. Barrels can work as stands for your bars and just for decorations.
Choose florals in typical fall colors: burgundy, red, orange, yellow and add berries and fall fruit to make them cooler. Opt for rustic food – simple and tasty recipes, home pies instead of a usual cake and cool warming up fall drinks. Get inspired by the ideas below!
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******************DON'T MISS OUT ON ALL THE AMAZING FALL DECOR THAT NATURE HAS TO OFFER.......FALL LEAVES, PUMPKINS, GOURDS, SQUASH, MUMS, PLANTS , FLOWERS, AND MUCH MORE...
Wedding Flowers Generally, you can find mums, roses,
daisies, yarrow, fall leaves, tallow berries and both natural and
dried wheat for inexpensive prices during the fall.
A spray of wheat or a single mum accented with a
pheasant feather makes
an elegant boutonnière.
Roses. Roses, somewhat surprisingly, can be a relatively inexpensive wedding flower.
Gerbera Daisies. A budget wedding flower classic, gerbera daisies come in all sizes,...
Hydrangeas. Hydrangeas have a huge flower head, so it just takes a few stems...
But first things first: It's best to skip the jack-o-lanterns and black accents to avoid holiday overkill. Instead, consider your wedding color palette and overall décor vibe and adapt your strategy accordingly. For instance, if you're going for a seasonally fall feel, you can opt for pumpkins in traditional orange and subtly incorporate them throughout your wedding day for consistency. A few favorite ideas? Lining them up as aisle markers, placing them on a welcome table, or sending guests home with them at the end of the night. If your color palette clashes with bright orange, consider buying faux options or a few cans of spray paint. When done in a different hues, pumpkins can add texture to your décor without taking away from the design's overall aesthetic. (Think metallic tones for an elevated vibe, and white for a more subdued look.) Finally, if you're after an organic take on the stereotypically seasonal décor, pair pumpkins with other fruits and vegetables (like squash and apples) for an effortlessly chic market-style vibe.
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