Wedding celebration, birthday, window dressing - all this is complete without flowers and floral arrangements. People use the services of florists almost every day. Especially popular are their services on the eve of an event. The composition of the bouquet composition includes a large number of flowers. But so that the floral composition becomes harmonious and complete, it is complemented by greenery. One of the representatives of which is eucalyptus.
The origin and description of eucalyptus
Eucalyptus is an evergreen tree. In height, it can reach 100 meters. It has about a hundred varieties. The tree grows in Australia, Tasmania and New Zealand. Eucalyptus leaves are the only koala food. Juicy greens has high healing properties, so it is widely used in medicine and cosmetology. Eucalyptus has become popular among florists. On one such tree, leaves of various shapes can grow. In young branches they will be round in shape, on older branches - oblong leaves.
In floristry, the following grades of eucalyptus are used:
- Eucalyptus Populus. Its branches are strewn with graceful leaves of oval forms of greenish-gray color. In the preparation of the bouquet, even small clusters of small berries are used. They are saturated green in color and give the composition a picturesque and elegant look.
- Eucalyptus Tsinereya is often used for compositions in interior decoration. Leaves on an elegant branch have heart-shaped leaves. They beat the bouquet very structurally and add chic and grace to its appearance.
- Eucalyptus Nicoli will add exclusivity to the composition. Its narrow and elongated leaves will finely beat almost any bouquet. It is especially good for hanging compositions or decorating a hall for special occasions.
- Eucalyptus Gunny will gently fit into the bouquet. Thin twigs are strewn with small leaves. Apply this type of eucalyptus in a bouquet to add volume to the ensemble. It is also used to decorate a wedding bouquet.
Eucalyptus sprig in floristry
"Eucalyptus" in Greek means "beautiful" and "closed." The shape of the eucalyptus leaf is very unusual. It can be round, elongated or with berries. The color scheme is also very diverse. The leaves of the tree can be purple, saturated green and even silver. Cut branches keep a fresh look for up to three weeks. For this quality he was loved by florists. A sprig of the vital tree is often found in such styles of floral arrangements as romantic, boho, provence and vintage.
Eucalyptus in a bouquet
Everyone knows the beneficial properties of this plant. Eucalyptus essential oil saves from bacteria, and in the winter - from cough. But these are not all the achievements of a beautiful tree.
Greens of eucalyptus are used for decoration of bouquets, flower arrangements, garlands and interior decoration. The greenery of this plant will add a floral composition of fullness and completeness, as well as bring a touch of romance. Eucalyptus in a bouquet can be arranged with almost all colors. It is elegantly combined with hydrangea, asters, ranunculi, peony roses and even with a sprig of cotton. If you need something original, you can make a composition with succulents.
In any master class on floristry, you can see that in the preparation of bouquets and flower arrangements, the masters use no more than three shades of flowers. If there are more of them in the composition, then the bouquet will look very unaesthetic. Adding greens to the flower arrangement makes it elegant and very delicate. Eucalyptus sprigs add colors to the liveliness and pleasant delicate aroma, which makes the bouquet individual.
Delicate tulips with eucalyptus branches.
A romantic and delicate bouquet of spring tulips with a sprig of eucalyptus will cheer up any lady. To make the flower arrangement look airy, choose flowers with small heads and green leaves with round leaves.
A bouquet of flowers can convey a message if you know the meaning of a flower. If present in the right amount in the bouquet of eucalyptus branches, then this symbolizes life, prosperity and longevity.
Symbolism
Roses are very mysterious and romantic. If you dilute the delicate flowers with the juicy green of eucalyptus, you get an incredibly beautiful and bright composition. This flower is considered a symbol of love, but roses of different colors carry a different meaning:
- A red rose stands for passion, a true and romantic feeling. If you add a sprig of green eucalyptus to the bouquet of red roses, then you will say about your feelings forever.
- Pink flower is a symbol of tenderness. A young man with a bouquet of delicate pink roses and eucalyptus with round leaves can confess his sympathy to his chosen one.
- White roses symbolize happiness and admiration. White flowers often make up a bridal bouquet. Also, many newly made fathers give a bouquet of white roses and a green twig of a life tree to their spouses, meeting them from the maternity hospital.
Wedding Eucalyptus
Florists love to use twigs of eucalyptus to decorate such a celebration as a wedding. Of the twigs, these plants make wedding arches and falling waterfalls. The tree of life thereby symbolizes a long family life. Small boutonnieres adorn the loops of the jackets of young people, and girls adorn their hands with delicate bracelets. The eucalyptus in the bride’s bouquet with small peony roses will look very original and tender, which is what is needed for the wedding bouquet.
Thin branches with strewn leaves and berries can decorate wedding tables and chairs at the celebration. This will create a special atmosphere of celebration.
Eucalyptus in the home flora
Gardeners quickly picked up the floristic trend and began to plant eucalyptus in their area. Thanks to this plant, the climate in the home will change in a good way. The tree will prevent the development of many diseases, reduce the number of bacteria that adversely affect the human body. A pot of plants should be placed on the western or eastern part of the house. It is enough to regularly moisten the soil, and eucalyptus will delight you all year round and bring great benefits to the health of others.