Use plants from the area to make a real atmosphere

Bishop Farm is so charming because of the beautiful nature that surrounds it. Not only do local flowers and plants make your home look better but they also help local farmers. New England has a lot of colorful wildflowers green plants and tough shrubs. You could make beautiful centerpieces or bridal bouquets with daisies lilacs or even ferns.

A bunch of wildflowers from the area for instance can give a beautiful seasonal look. The goal is to find a color and texture balance that works well with the farm's natural beauty without making things too complicated. Hanging greenery or vines can make a beautiful but simple statement piece if you want to add something fun.

You can get ideas from nearby botanical gardens or historical garden websites like "Botanic Gardens Are for... Christmas Lights?" Check out (https://growingwithplants.com/2015/12/botanic-gardens-are-for-christmas/) to see what flowers are in bloom around the time of your wedding.

Let the scenery of your venue guide your choice of colors.

The colors at Bishop Farm are deep earthy tones that mix with bright seasonal colors. These colors are good choices for your wedding. You can use earthy colors like terracotta ochre deep greens or soft pastels that look good against the landscape.

Soft greens for the bridesmaids' dresses or soft browns for the groomsmen's ties can help the setting fit in. Consider using metals like copper or bronze that have a natural patina for your tableware or decorations. This can make the rustic look even better without making your story too hard to follow.

Use things from nature to make sentences

If you use your imagination you can find a lot of things in nature that you can use to decorate your home. You could make a ceremony arch out of flowers leaves and branches or you could stack wooden logs to make seating outside that is different from what you usually see.

Be creative by using natural place settings at your reception. Stone coasters name cards with leaf prints or wood chargers with rough edges can all add texture and make things look more interesting. Using utensils made of birch or olive wood instead of regular silverware can also make your table look rustic and unique.

Lighting Making Nature's Glow Stronger

At night Bishop Farm has a different kind of magic. The soft glow of lights can make your event feel warm and otherworldly like the dance of stars or the soft flicker of fireflies.

Picture strings of fairy lights that hang from trees or rafters and twinkle. Lanterns along paths or hanging from branches can make pools of light that greet and direct guests. Putting tea lights and votive candles on tables or ledges can make your evening event feel more special by creating soft halos.

Solar lights are also good for the planet. They make your home look better without making it harder to set up or ruining the natural look.

Eco Friendly Practices How to Make Your Celebration Last Longer

If you want to include nature in your wedding you should also do things that are good for the environment and keep it safe. This means choosing products and vendors that follow eco friendly practices. If you want to cut down on waste use recycled paper for your invitations or send them by email. Be careful not to hurt the environment too much with the flowers you use. You could even pick plants that you "borrowed" or rented.

Adding local and seasonal foods to your menu is good for the environment. Consider farm to table catering that uses fresh fruits and vegetables from the area. This tastes better and is better for the environment.

You might want to think about making a "registry" for guests to give to local environmental or conservation groups. You are not only celebrating in nature but you are also honoring it by making choices that are good for the environment. This will help keep Bishop Farm a magical place for kids and adults in the future.

Decorating your wedding at Bishop Farm with things from nature isn't just for looks it's also to make the event more meaningful for the environment. Every decision you make from the flowers you choose to the eco friendly ones can perfectly show off your vision. Bishop Farm is the best place to bring these ideas to life in a way that you and your guests will remember for a long time.

For more ideas on how to make your wedding more eco friendly check out 11 Ways to Plan a More Eco Friendly Wedding.