Everyone has heard the saying “April Showers Bring May Flowers.” This year at The Bedford, we are taking on showers and flowers. Read on to learn how The Bedford can help get you ready for your spring event- from weddings to school dances to luncheons. Coming alongside The Bedford for this floral edition of The Bedford Blog is Amelia’s Flower Truck, a popular florist in the Nashville area. Follow along as we share all the insider tips!
We all know that sometimes there are more “showers” than there are “flowers.” Finding a venue that has sturdy coverage during rain while allowing guests to enjoy the outdoors can seem like an almost impossible feat, and renting a tent can bring it’s own challenges. However, our outdoor covered pavilion allows guests to enjoy the outside without the stress of renting a tent or having to pivot because of the weather. Not only is the spacious pavilion great for our complementary outdoor couches, but also for wedding ceremonies, bands, dance floors, and sit-down dinners.
As you enter The Bedford, cheerful and voluminous hydrangeas welcome you, while the abundance of lush greenery surrounding the building draws you in. The blend of natural beauty and refined brick-and-beam sophistication at The Bedford is a perfect fit for any event. Whether you are enjoying a corporate luncheon or exchanging vows with your beloved, this fairy-tale garden adds a touch of magic to every moment.
DESIGNS: There are several different kinds of designs that come highly recommended from Amelia’s: bud vases, extravagant floral backgrounds, or greenery table-scapes. Bud vases are simple and easy- perfect for a quick corporate luncheon or a high school dance. Extravagant floral backgrounds are great photo ops, and are a great way to add some flair to networking events, weddings, big parties, or fundraisers. Finally, greenery! At The Bedford, this is one our most popular floral designs. The greenery pops against the brick and beam, creating a hidden-garden feel to any event.
TRENDING NOW: Once you know what design you want, it’s time to start finding flowers. Thankfully, our friends at Amelia’s know just what to put together for your perfect arrangement. This spring, colors and maximalism are IN! Trending flowers right now are bright peachy ranunculus and big, beautiful garden roses. And, this spring marks the beginning of peonies. Adding a few of these flowers to your designs will have your guests “oohing” and “ahhing” while providing the perfect amount of variety to your arrangements.
PRO TIP FROM AMELIA’S FLOWER TRUCK: Keep your flowers fresh by changing the water everyday and avoiding overwatering. Fill your vase or jar one-quarter full with water and trim the stems at a slight angle with kitchen shears for better water absorption over time.
To learn more about our weather-proof outdoor accommodations, call and book a tour today! And for more information on all things floral, visit AmeliasFlowerTruck.Com