5 Easy Swaps to go from Traditional Floristry to a Botanical Wedding 🌿💍
If you’re dreaming of an eco-friendly wedding that feels fresh, natural, and full of life, a Botanical Wedding might be exactly what you’re looking for! Traditional floristry is undeniably beautiful, but it often comes with hidden waste, from hundreds of cut stems that last only a few days to non-recyclable floral foam and single-use packaging.
The good news? With a few thoughtful swaps, you can create a day that’s every bit as breathtaking while being far kinder to the planet. Here are five simple (and beautiful!) ways to make the switch to a greener, more sustainable celebration.
Author: Georgina Oliver / Published: 03 November 2025
Swap One - Swap Your Flower Arch for a Reclaimed Backdrop Drenched in Potted Foliage
Instead of a traditional floral arch built with unrecyclable foam and hundreds of disposable blooms, hire one of our beautiful reclaimed wood backdrops, covered in lush green foliage and finished with your choice of added magic from flowing drapes and fairy lights to disco balls and more!
Not only does this reduce floral waste by 100%, it gives your ceremony a warm, natural, and romantic atmosphere, just like saying your vows in a secret garden. There’s absolutely no waste here: every plant is reused for future weddings, gifted, or sold to continue its journey beyond your day.
Swap Two -Swap Hanging Florals for Living Plant Installations 🌿
Floral chandeliers are undeniably stunning, but they’re short-lived and can generate a huge amount of discarded flower waste once the celebrations are over. Instead, imagine living plant installations featuring ivy, ferns, and cascading succulents artfully arranged so their pots are beautifully disguised within the structure. The result? A lush, floating canopy of greenery that feels organic and effortless, all without the waste of traditional cut flowers.
We don’t deny that flowers can be wonderful for tying a colour scheme together, but you can achieve the same effect (and more!) by layering drapes, fabrics, and reusable décor elements for added colour, depth, and movement. See our extras here.
These living installations bring incredible texture and life into your space and the best part? Once the celebrations are over, our team will carefully dismantle the installation and return the plants to our sister shop, where they’ll await their next chapter. Sustainable, stylish, and full of heart.
Swap Three- Swap Plastic Favours for Eco-Friendly Mini Succulents
So why not give your guests something alive instead? Mini succulents make the perfect eco-friendly favours. They’re practical, adorable, and your guests will think of your day every time they water them. Succulents are also wonderfully low-maintenance, making them ideal gifts that keep on growing long after your wedding day.
Swap Four - Swap Cut Aisle Flowers for Potted Plants or Trees
Cut flower arrangements along your aisle may look stunning, but they only last a few hours before being discarded. A greener (and more magical) swap is to line your aisle with potted plants, from lush Boston ferns and graceful Ficus trees to elegant Olive trees that bring a touch of Mediterranean charm.
This creates a beautifully natural, grounded feel as you walk down the aisle. Once the ceremony is over, our team or your venue can relocate the plants to other parts of your celebration to let the leafy magic continue. You can even purchase any of the plants to take home! Imagine walking past a tree in your garden years later, knowing it once stood beside you as you said “I do.”
Swap Five - Swap Floral Centrepieces for Potted & Foraged Table Décor
Floral centrepieces are classic, but they’re also one of the biggest contributors to wedding waste. Instead, style your tables with potted plants and succulents, mixed with our reclaimed and reusable décor pieces for a look that’s as elegant as it is sustainable.
This creates a gorgeous, natural tablescape that won’t wilt and can be reused time and time again. It’s eco-friendly, budget-conscious, and endlessly charming, a true win-win for you and the planet!
💚 Final Thoughts From Us...
Choosing a Botanical Wedding doesn’t mean compromising on beauty, it means creating something that’s alive, meaningful, and full of heart. By swapping a few traditional floristry elements for living plants and reclaimed materials, you’re designing a celebration that reflects your love story and your care for the Earth.
Small changes really do make a big difference — and together, we can help your day bloom beautifully and sustainably. 🌿✨