Trend Alert: Sensational Succulents for Your Wedding Décor

Enter the succulent, a type of desert plant characterized by its thick, fleshy leaves. Due to their striking appearance and easy upkeep, succulents have become popular plants to grow in homes, apartments, and gardens in recent years. Succulents can also add an organic twist to any element of wedding décor, from the bouquet to the place cards to the cake. And, in dry regions like California and Arizona, they are an inexpensive, easy-to-care-for option since the desert-dwelling plant can tolerate bright sunshine and requires very little water.

Here are some unique ways to incorporate the dazzling succulent plant into your wedding décor:

The Bouquet
Succulents can be mixed with white and green flowers for a subtle rustic touch.

The Boutonniere
A single, elegant bloom makes for a masculine, organic boutonniere; or, combine a succulent with delicate herbs and greenery, and wrap with burlap. 

The Cocktail Hour
Set boxes of succulents atop aged wooden barrels, which can also serve as cocktail tables. 

The Place Cards
Tuck escort cards into mini potted succulents to direct guests to their seats while providing a fun favor!

The Reception
Larger succulents may be planted in pots wrapped in burlap, then placed on the floor amongst lanterns and complementing flowers. 

The Centerpieces
Tuck succulents between natural selections of freshly picked flowers, moss, and spheres of twigs. 

The Cake
In lieu of fluffy flowers, adorn your cake with bold, geometric succulents. Keep the rest of the cake's design minimal to ensure the plants remain the focus. 

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