Five Creative Ideas to Preserve & Reuse Them
A Guide to Preserving, Gifting, and Enjoying the Life of Your Florals
Your wedding flowers are more than just décor—they’re part of your story. From your bridal bouquet to your reception centerpieces, each arrangement was thoughtfully designed to reflect your vision and your day.
But what happens to your wedding flowers after your wedding day ends?
If you’re a Spokane or Coeur d’Alene bride, our team at Flowers by Lily Garland believes your florals should continue to bring joy long after your wedding day. Here are five meaningful, practical ways to make the most of your wedding flowers—and ensure they don’t go to waste.
💐 1. Preserve Your Wedding Bouquet as a Keepsake
Your bridal bouquet is one of the most sentimental pieces from your wedding day. Preserving it allows you to hold onto those memories forever.
Keep your bouquet in tip top shape! First, you’ll want to make sure you order a toss bouquet so your bouquet isn’t damaged in action. Secondly, you’ll want to give your bouquet a fresh cut and put it in fresh water at the end of the evening. When flower stems are out of water they start to close up and cannot drink water as well. Giving all the stems a fresh cut ensures they are able to drink properly and stay as hydrated as possible.
We highly recommend working with local professional floral preservation artists who can transform your bouquet into a lasting piece of art—whether that’s pressed florals in a frame or resin preservation.
Two trusted vendors we love:
- KK Resinart
Instagram: @kkresinsart - The Petite Pansy
Website: www.thepetitepansy.com
✨ Pro Tip: Reach out to your preservation vendor before your wedding day and make your booking ahead of the wedding date.
♻️2. Use the Same Flowers throughout the Wedding Weekend!
Are you hosting a brunch the morning after your wedding or a rehersal dinner? Make plans to reuse and repurpose your wedding flowers throughout your wedding weekend events!
At Flowers by Lily Garland, we believe in getting the most out of your wedding budget. Let us know if we can help you by transporting the arrangements between your wedding weekend events, storing your flowers overnight in our flower fridge and sprucing them up between the events.
🎁 3. Gift Your Flowers to Guests (Don’t Let Them Get Left Behind!)
One of the biggest missed opportunities we, see? Beautiful flowers getting left behind at the venue.
You’ve invested in your florals—so let them keep spreading joy!
Here are a few easy ways to plan ahead:
- Assign specific arrangements to family or friends to take at the end of the night
- Have the DJ invite guests to take centerpieces at the end of the night
- If you’ve ordered budvases, perhaps they even become your wedding favor
- Have your coordinator gather the arrangements at the exist of the venue and invite guest to take one before send-off
✨ Pro Tip: A simple sign like “Please take a centerpiece home!” can go a long way.
🚗 4. Bring Your Flowers Home (or to Your Airbnb/Honeymoon Suite)
If you’re not heading straight out for your honeymoon, your flowers can continue to brighten your space for days after your wedding.
Make a quick plan by asking your planner, coordinator, or a trusted friend to gather your florals and designate space in your vehicle ahead of time.
There’s something really special about waking up the next morning surrounded by the same flowers from your wedding day 🌿
🤍 5. Donate Your Wedding Flowers to Give Back
If you have multiple centerpieces or large arrangements, donating your flowers is a beautiful way to share joy with your community.
At Flowers by Lily Garland, we can even coordinate pickup and delivery if you would like to add this service.
We have connections with:
- Local retirement homes in Coeur d’Alene
- Safe Passage (a women’s domestic violence shelter)
Your flowers can bring comfort, beauty, and hope to someone who truly needs it.
Please reach out and let us know if I would like to add on this service.
✨ Bonus: Could Your Flower Donation Be a Tax Write-Off?
Some tax professionals may consider donated wedding flowers as a charitable contribution. We always recommend checking with your tax advisor, but it’s worth exploring—especially if you’re donating a large portion of your florals.
Final Thoughts: Have a Plan Before Your Wedding Day for your Wedding Flowers
The biggest takeaway? Don’t wait until the end of your wedding night to think about what to do with your flowers.
A simple plan ensures, your investment is fully enjoyed, your flowers don’t go to waste, and your wedding day continues to give—long after it ends
If you’re a Spokane or Coeur d’Alene bride, our team at Flowers by Lily Garland is always here to help you plan every detail—including what happens after your big day.
💌 Ready to Start Planning Your Wedding Flowers?
We’d love to bring your vision to life—from your first bouquet to your final petal.
🪷 Schedule your free consultation with Lily and let’s create something unforgettable.
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