Blue wall flowers
The Science of Blue Flowers
Almost infinite alternatives are available to you when choosing the color scheme for an event. Every color in the rainbow has a range of tints, hues, and tones. But that's not usually the case with flowers!
In actuality, flowers can only contain a limited amount of pigments. Porphyrins, which produce purple; carotenoids, which produce yellow, orange, and red; anthocyanins, which produce red, purple, or black; and betalains, which produce red and yellow, are examples of pigments. You'll see better pigments to create blue than these!
Florists must exercise creativity when suggesting blue accents to their clientele. By reading on, discover some of our best ideas for using blue flowers and accents in customer events!
More Details Behind Blue Blooms
Less than 10 percent of the 280,000 flowering plants are thought to produce blue flowers. Most blue flowers you see at events or wandering around New York City are created via science, art, or both!
By altering their pH balance, anthocyanins—the pigments that give some flowers their vibrant colors—can be changed. For instance, you need to change the pH balance of the soil in which the hydrangeas will be growing to cultivate blue hydrangeas. The hydrangea will turn blue instead of pink as a result.
Working in events requires knowledge of how to find and use blue flowers effectively. We must always be prepared to represent at any branded event we work on. This is because many businesses incorporate the color blue into their logos.
Blue Wall Flowers and Their Traits
Finding naturally blue flowers is easy, even though they're less common than others. Though they are scarce, they are incredibly bright. See some of our top naturally occurring blue flowers below, along with some details about each one.
Hydrangea: As previously stated, hydrangeas require acidic soil with a pH balance of 5.5 or below to thrive. These flowers look fantastic when utilized in blue wall flowers , arrangements, and other projects.
Tweedia: These delicate little flowers are pretty charming. They add depth and variation in size, which goes well with more extensive arrangements.
Cornflower: As their name suggests, cornflowers grow wild in cornfields and thrive in full sun. These are frilly, soft flowers that give any occasion a delicate feel.
Thistle: You can add these thorny, spiky blossoms to any event decor! They offer arrangements, table decorations, and other items with a unique texture that is visually appealing. This provides a different experience from what most people are used to seeing. The items they provide are enjoyable to look at.
Delphinium: The show-stopper flowering plant that is constantly tall and graceful! When delphinium can genuinely make an impression, we love to utilize it in tall arrangements or hanging installations.
Agapanthus flowers add beauty to any arrangement, but they may appear more purple/blue than pure blue.
The hyacinth flower is indigenous to the eastern Mediterranean region. These petals are closely spaced and incredibly fragrant.
Clematis: Depending on the batch you're looking at, clematis can also occasionally seem purple. Loose, untamed designs showcase these flowers beautifully.
Anemone: Anemone flowers are known for their vivid colors and ability to draw attention. They look great with practically any design element since they command a room.
Gentiana: The deep blue color of these flowers is usually very vivid, making them ideal for an occasion that is moody, romantic, or deep.
Muscari: When wholly grown, their blooms resemble a cluster of grapes! Their cobalt blue tones work incredibly well with most other hues, and they offer a bright touch that gives bouquets and arrangements life.
These are just a few of our favorites, but this is a partial list of naturally blue flowers! Even so, we don't let it stop us when we can't get these at the flower market.
Painted Foliage & Other Elements
It might be enjoyable to suggest alternative distinctive components for an event's decor when a client requests a blue element but does not have any particular floral specifications. Our top picks for blue accents to include in the décor of an event are:
either simple or blue vases with blue-painted spatter
The blue-painted foliage
dried grasses coated in blue paint or dye
Blue-painted foliage
Blue-painted palms
Blue, non-floral aspects that are unconventional
Blue-painted grasses, palms, and foliage are all excellent choices for making a statement on any occasion. They can offer an animated element that visitors need to be used to seeing to an event's overall theme and decor. More subtly, painted vases function well and are both practical and non-distracting.
Using painting elements is a great way to perfectly match a business's name or logo color. These parts can enhance an event and improve a business's brand image. They can leave a lasting impact on guests.
Dyed Flowers
To make blue flowers, you can dye flowers that are not naturally blue. This will help you achieve the shade of blue you want. Our top picks for flowers to dye are:
- Phalaenopsis (orchids)
- Tulips
- Carnations
- Amaranthus
- Roses
This is by no means an exhaustive list. We have experience using dyed flowers for different design elements like flower walls, table decorations, arches, and branded installations. Customers and visitors may find it exciting to see something they're not accustomed to seeing, like blue, when using dyed flowers!
Faux Flowers & Other Faux Elements
You always have the choice to utilize fake flowers and other artificial items if you still can't find the ideal blue flower or accent! You can typically get whatever color and floral combination you seek for artificial flowers. Silk is used to make faux flowers, and it can be dyed to match whatever shade of blue you like—or any other hue, for that matter.
Other blue artificial components, including butterflies, fruits, vegetables, ribbons, and more, are not to be overlooked. These pieces can still be used to create a well-designed statement on any occasion, even when they are not flowers.
You can also incorporate blue paper flowers into the style of your event. Paper flowers can be skillfully designed and assembled to create a work of art that impresses visitors and encourages them to discover more about your company. No matter how unusual the blue color is, you may use all these blue components to create the dramatic, brand-driven design your customer wants at your next event.
