Although July this year is as modest in terms of heat as one of the July flowers – Matthióla, still July is traditionally the hottest month in Latvia, and when we think of summer, blooming meadows come to mind. Matiola is a modest herbaceous flower with a pleasant smell and beautiful shades - cream, pink, white, purple. This flower it really looks like a meadow flower and will be perfect for a country wedding under the open sky.

Matiola's popularity is growing rapidly

Although not as much has been heard about matiolas in connection with weddings as, for example, wedding queens - roses and peonies, nevertheless florists around the world say that this flower is much more special than it might seem at first. Although it still isn't the most popular flower, however, its popularity has been growing rapidly in recent years, and you can find more than one wedding on Pinterest compositions and even bridal bouquets where matiolas are used.

Matiola's message - "You are the most beautiful"!

Matiola as a flower is especially suitable for weddings not only because of its intoxicating smell and many color variations, but also because of the message and meaning that this flower carries. It symbolizes both a long life filled with success and happiness, both a beauty that does not fade with time or age, and a connection to the world as it is.

Matiola carries the importance of enjoying life whenever possible - even if things don't turn out the way they were intended or expected.

These flowers are also used in weddings because it is a wonderful way for the new husband to show his wife that he will always consider his chosen one the most beautiful woman in the world. Putting all these meanings together, there is no longer any doubt, why is it increasingly used in weddings in the world.

Stands out with a fabulous smell

One of the most noticeable and charming properties of matiola is the pleasant smell of the flowers - they spread a fabulous aroma. Brides say they smell like heaven. In addition, they are not the most expensive flowers, so they are even more suitable for weddings decorations. White, pink and purple matiolas are most often used in weddings. Although matiolus blooms the time is not too long, they are often re-sown - every couple of weeks to extend it as long as possible.

How to keep flowers fresh as long as possible?

One of the most frequent questions brides often ask about flowers is how to preserve them as long as possible fresh. Each flower has its own rules, but if you take good care of them, they are likely to please you even a week. Most cut flowers generally do not like high temperatures, so they are most often kept in water not warmer than five degrees Celsius. Matiolas will keep best if you keep them in cool water of 8-10 degrees, while the so-called special flower powders (they can be bought both in flower shops and supermarkets) will help them keep at least twice as long. Matiolas like clean water, so you should not forget to change the water in the vase at least once a day.

Also, at least on the wedding day, you should remember to regularly spray the bride's bouquet with water - this will help the flowers stay fresh as long as possible.

Author of the article: LIENE PÄLĆA

Photo: LINDA LAUVA , PINTEREST