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How to Make a Succulent Boutonniere

Learn how to make a succulent boutonniere that is handsome, masculine, and versatile enough for a wedding or prom
succulent boutonniere

Photo by Jessica Cohen

This succulent boutonniere is surrounded by green hypericum berries, seeded eucalyptus wrapped in jute twine.

Flower magazine’s Jessica Cohen shows how to make a boutonniere with succulents and shares tips along with step-by-step instructions. “My inspiration for this boutonniere is succulents, I absolutely love this trendy plant. While my husband and I were dating, he would surprise me with a new succulent, usually an odd shape or one I had not seen before. They come in many different shapes, sizes and colors. Since there are so many varieties, you are bound to find a favorite. Because they are able to retain water, succulents hold up well for boutonnieres.”

Succulents are a great choice for boutonnieres because the hold up well. Many flowers can wilt if not properly conditioned before being placed in a boutonniere. Other flowers just can’t hold up for several hours without water. Most succulents don’t have this problem and add interesting textures and colors to boutonnieres.

STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR MAKING A BOUTONNIERE

MATERIALS

  • Succulent plant (or cutting)
  • Green hypericum berries
  • Seeded eucalyptus
  • Olive green ribbon or jute twine
  • Corsage tape – ½ inch green
  • Floral Wire – 22 gauge
  • Cutters
  • Scissors

Jessica’s Key Takeaways from the Video

1| Create a new stem for the succulent using wire and corsage tape.

2| Remember that most corsage tape only sticks to itself if pulled and stretched.

3| Consider fragrance even when you aren’t using flowers. Fragrance can come from foliage. Jessica uses seeded eucalyptus because it will last and has a wonderful smell.

4| Cover your mechanics with ribbon or jute twine to give the boutonniere a more finished look and better material for pinning than the wire and stems.

5| You can make your succulent boutonniere 3-5 days in advance. Just mist with water, place in a plastic container and store in the refrigerator.

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