No matter the season or the location, if you put a flower in the decoration of your environment, it will change completely. Flowers bring with them not only the delicacy, the colors, the aromas, but also the freshness and the life of nature, being able to transform any place, from the dull one, to the one with a fabulous decoration, in a cozy environment to live. In today's post, we brought many, many flowers to inspire you when setting up your decor, whether with natural or artificial flowers, with vases, arrangements and bouquets ready or planning everything yourself!
Mount flower arrangements it is a task apart from decorating your home, but we suggest that if you have a little time and curiosity to choose the species, pick the flowers and compose with them, we are sure that you will not regret it!
In addition to expressing your creativity and getting your hands dirty, creating arrangements can become a moment of calm and tranquility. In Japan, there is an art entirely dedicated to making flower arrangements, the Ikebana, which consists not only of organizing the flowers, but creating a harmonious composition between the shape, rhythm and color of the plant together with its vase and other elements that can enter in the arrangement.
How to assemble flower arrangement step by step
Take a look at this step-by-step how to set up arrangements before you start to sort your flowers:
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Oh, and for your arrangements to last a long time, look at these tips to take good care of them:
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Now, if you don't want to work with natural flowers, take a look at this practical step by step to make artificial flower arrangements:
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8 species of flowering plants ideal for growing in a pot indoors
Another way to always have flowers indoors is to grow species indoors! Many species can be grown in pots at home and flourish very well. And for those who are just getting to know the plants, we bring you a list of plants that can be grown in pots inside your house:
1. Bromeliad
A plant easily found in Brazilian homes, gardens, woods and forests, Bromeliad is one of the plants that can bring more color to your home. It adapts easily to the indoor environment with plenty of light and ventilation. Water to keep the soil moist and keep fertilization up to date to ensure flowering when it reaches its adult stage.
2. Geraniums
Coming from South Africa, these colorful and super fragrant flowers prefer a mild climate with plenty of light. As they cannot withstand temperatures above 25ºC, growing them indoors can be the best way to keep them in flower all year round.
3. Begonia
This tropical flower should also be grown in mild climates, with little wind current and plenty of light, making it ideal for indoor cultivation. For very hot days, try spraying a little water on the leaves and flowers to simulate the climate of the rainforest.
4. Anthurium
This plant is one of the most famous in gardens and houses in Brazil and, certainly, one of the easiest to care for! Just be sure to keep the soil moist, the soil well drained and your pot well away from the strong sun.
5. Lily of Peace
Another plant that is a classic of Brazilian houses, Lírio da Paz is ideal to be cared for in a pot indoors, as its leaves burn easily in the direct sun. Always keep it in half shade, in a place with good ventilation and always keeping your soil moist.
6. Orchid
This species with super delicate and colorful flowers may be preferred when giving a loved one. The Phalaenopsis variety is the most common in the arrangements sold and is ideal for keeping indoors, as it tolerates little sun, always preferring half shade. After flowering, replace the plastic pots with clay or ceramic pots, which drain the water well because of its porous surface. Fertilize properly and your orchid will continue to flower for several years.
7. Gerbera
Available in gardens in an incredible range of shades, Gerberas are easy to grow flowers, also from South Africa. Although the gerbera likes the sun a lot, it grows very well indoors, as long as it has good air circulation and to be able to take a few hours of sunshine a day, so the ideal is to keep it close to a window. Fertilize with a mixture rich in phosphorus and water whenever the soil is dry.
8. Violet
These super easy-to-find florets are other classics in decorating, whether at home or even appearing as a centerpiece at parties. They enjoy high temperatures, but no direct sunlight; invest in a monthly fertilization to keep your flowers always blooming and in a balanced irrigation whenever the soil is drying.
9. Stone Rose
This succulent is one of the most beloved and is a grace in the decoration of more serious or minimalist environments. Keep it in a pot with well-drained soil, in half-shade and with well-spaced watering and surely your stone rose will grow and propagate through the environment.
60 inspirations of natural and artificial flower arrangements
With all the versatility and charm allowed by the arrangements, it is no wonder that it is the favorite to decorate different occasions, from your home, to a wedding, a birthday party, a church and other places. To make your choice easier, we selected 60 ideas that you should have as a reference:
Picture 1 – Arrangement of flowers with different species as centerpiece for parties or meetings.
Image 2 – Arrangements cannot be limited to flowers only: make a composition with the leaves and even some berries.
Image 3 – Create your composition starting from the green of the leaves in the corners to the center with colors similar to flowers of different species.
Picture 4 – Flower arrangement for table in the style of open terrarium.
Picture 5 – Classical arrangement: colorful and natural flowers in a simple vase.
Picture 6 – For table decoration for parties, also think about keeping the stems of the leaves and flowers higher to put inside a bottle.
Picture 7 – Floral tapestry: artificial flowers in the bedroom wall decoration.
Image 8 – Smaller arrangements also attract the attention of your guests.
Image 9 – The flowers are beautiful and delicate not only in the decoration of the table, but also in the finalization of the cake.
Image 10 – Don't be afraid to create a composition with different plants: the result can be surprising.
Image 11 – The flowers on the table bring a more fresh and natural tone to the meal, in addition to the smell, of course.
Image 12 – If you are going to use artificial flowers, don't be afraid to think big.
Image 13 – Choose your favorite color palette when selecting the flowers that will go into your arrangement.
Picture 14 – Mini arrangements to spread through the decoration: flowers in the ring for fabric napkin.
Image 15 – Arrangement of several vases in color gradient.
Picture 16 – Bring spring into the house: composition with artificial flowers in the chandelier.
Picture 17 – Think of different supports to store your flowers: from rustic to elegant, from natural to artificial.
Image 18 – Flowers are great elements to use to bring color to your decor, even at parties.
Picture 19 – Aromatic arrangement: combine flowers with fresh herbs and, once dried, you can use them in your recipes.
Image 20 – To keep the palette more pastel or minimalist, think of flowers with light color variations, close to white.
Image 21 – Large arrangements can help to fill empty spaces or make rooms with cold decor more cozy.
Image 22 – The hanging plants create a skirt or natural fringe effect for your table.
Image 23 – Colorful flowers in colorful pots.
Image 24 – Keep in mind the color palette of your environment to be decorated when choosing the arrangement.
Image 25 – Arrangement of leaves and flowers pending under the table.
Image 26 – Arrangements also as a finishing touch to the wedding cake.
Image 27 – Floral arrangements combine with all kinds of party decorations, even children's ones. Add another dose of delicacy to parties with themes of princesses and dancers.
Image 28 – Flowers combine with afternoon tea.
Picture 29 – Aquatic arrangements: use supports of floating materials, such as styrofoam and find the lightest flowers to compose this arrangement.
Picture 30 – Special decoration for a romantic evening: hang natural or artificial flowers on a plate of the format you prefer.
Image 31 – More freshness and aroma for a fruit punch.
Image 32 – Use glasses and domes for an arrangement in the style of Beauty and the Beast.
Picture 33 – Flowers combine with more flowers: even with furniture or decorative elements with paintings or floral prints, do not give up using this natural element in your decoration.
Image 34 – An arrangement coming from the other side of the world: make your own Ikebana and display it as a centerpiece for your guests.
Image 35 – Wall composition with artificial flowers.
Image 36 – A vase with flowers on the headboard for mornings to be happier.
Picture 37 – Spring party: flowers in the table decoration and even in garlands in a ceiling decoration.
Image 38 – Delicacy and subtlety on the back of the bride and groom's chair.
Image 39 – Many sunflowers for a Mediterranean climate.
This can also be a church flower arrangement.
Picture 40 – For a house based on white or with a minimalist style, the flowers add color and life to the environment.
Image 41 – Combine the color of the flowers with the decorative elements that you already have in the environment.
Image 42 – Cactuses come to life when their flowers bloom.
Image 43 – Natural and tropical colored flowers and fruits.
Image 44 – For those more serious and sophisticated environments, the prevalence of green stem flowers keeps the space sober and brings more freshness.
Image 45 – Floral lighting.
Image 46 – Mix different species and colors.
Picture 47 – Flower arrangements for the bathroom: flowers make the bathrooms more cozy.
Picture 48 – Enjoy the fashion of decorated glass pots and use them as vases!
Image 49 – Floral curtain.
Image 50 – Many flowers for the grand entrance of the bride.
Picture 51 – For party decoration, think about table arrangements and even hanging plants in a ceiling decoration.
Image 52 – Another idea to use flowers and berries in one arrangement.
Image 53 – Arrangements on three levels.
Picture 54 – Table decoration full of colors: flowers in colorful bottles.
Image 55 – Flowers give a touch of warmth and grace in more neutral and serious environments.
Image 56 – Natural wreath to decorate your main door for Christmas.
Image 57 – Flowers and bladders combine very well when decorating a party.
Image 58 – Each culture has its favorite flower species: in Mexico, the pattern of flowers that appear on the skulls are almost always the same.
Image 59 – A natural touch to break the geometric pattern of the environment.
Image 60 – Have fun making arrangements in gradient or rainbow.
Where to buy flower arrangements
We have also separated some online florists that are references in arrangements that deliver to more than one state or throughout Brazil.
- Isabela Flores: Free shipping deliveries throughout Brazil on the same day that orders are placed.
- New Flower: Assemble your bouquet, baskets or gift kits with delivery and free shipping throughout Brazil.
- Uniflores: Same day delivery or possibility of lightning delivery (in up to 3 hours) for the whole of Brazil.
- Giuliana Flores: Delivery of kits, baskets and arrangements throughout Brazil with the possibility of fast delivery to the cities of São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Curitiba.
- Flores Online: One of the first online stores specializing in flowers, with reference customer service. Delivery throughout Brazil.
- Ikebana Flores: Bouquets, baskets, bonsai and Ikebanas delivered throughout Brazil, with express delivery to Belo Horizonte.
- FloraWeb: Flower arrangements and baskets delivered to all continents in the world.
