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Farm-to-Event: Handcrafted Garlands for Every Occasion

Continental Floral Greens brings farm-to-table greenery into the event world, focusing on sustainable, locally grown options that suit everything from grand weddings to everyday occasions.

By: THURSD. | 07-05-2025 | 3 min read
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Continental Floral Greens (CFG) brings the beauty of handcrafted, farm-grown greenery directly to weddings, special events, and everyday celebrations. Offering lush, versatile greens including magnolia, olive, eucalyptus, cedar, and pine, all sourced from their U.S. farms in Florida, California, Washington, and Oregon, CFG delivers elegant, natural options suitable for any occasion. 

From large green setups to small accent pieces, they’re cut, layered, styled, and reused—delivering versatility without excess setup. Keep reading to know which fresh and versatile foliage is best for both big celebrations and everyday occasions.

Versatile Wedding Garlands: Your Secret Design Weapon 

CFG's wedding garland collection is designed for both beauty and practicality. Available in a variety of lengths, these garlands provide a solid foundation for event décor, easily enhancing arches, tables, chairs, staircases, and more. They can be effortlessly styled, trimmed into smaller segments, or layered with florals and lighting, offering quick setup and limitless creativity.

 

Table runner garlands by CFG
Gorgeous table runners with green garlands

 

Greens like olive, eucalyptus, and magnolia are not only visually appealing but also carry symbolic meanings, such as peace, unity, and perseverance, that naturally align with weddings and milestone events, offering more depth for those who choose to incorporate that layer of meaning.

 

Olive garland by CFG
An olive garland

 

Quality and Versatility 

Garlands feature popular greens selected specifically for their durability, lush appearance, and adaptability to diverse event themes. Easy to upgrade or use as foundational pieces in larger installations, they’re ideal choices for weddings and events. 

 

Wedding lifestyle greens
Wedding lifestyle greenery

 

Sustainability and Craftsmanship

CFG is committed to sustainability and supports local agriculture. All garlands are responsibly handcrafted and sourced from their U.S. farms, ensuring meticulous care, high quality, and reduced environmental impact. Choosing their products means selecting decor that aligns with contemporary values of sustainability without compromising style or functionality. 

Creative Ways to Use Garlands

Their garlands offer endless decorating possibilities, perfect for various event settings such as:

 

Different style of garlands
Several garland styles to choose from

 

Complete the Look With Matching Accents

Easily achieve a polished look by pairing garlands with coordinating candle rings and centerpiece designs made from the same premium greens. These matching pieces streamline decorating, creating harmonious aesthetics across your event spaces.

 

Greenery arch by Continental Floral Greens
A beautiful wedding arch made with Continental Floral Greens' foliage assortment

 

Practical Benefits for Event Professionals 

Florists, event designers, and planners choose CFG garlands for their ease and practicality: 

Beyond Weddings - Greens for Every Occasion 

CFG’s handcrafted garlands excel beyond weddings, bringing warmth and sophistication to holiday gatherings, corporate events, and home celebrations. DIY enthusiasts and decorators alike value these versatile pieces year-round, from holiday mantels to intimate dinner parties. 

 

Table decor with olive garlands
Olive foliage for a table? It's a yes!

 

 

Though weddings are where these garlands shine brightest, their use extends far beyond the aisle. From home decorators to corporate planners, florists to DIY creators, their greenery is trusted for its quality and versatility. Designed for both function and flair, the pieces transform any occasion with minimal effort and maximum impact.

 

A tree wrapped with Eucalyptus leaves
A tree wrapped with Eucalyptus leaves

 

CFG meets high-volume demands for wholesale and retail, consistently offering premium, handcrafted greenery. Delivered ready-to-use, these garlands simplify event planning, requiring no additional floral expertise. 

Beautiful, versatile, and sustainably crafted—their greenery transforms every event effortlessly and elegantly.

 

Foliage assortment by CFG for decor
An Eucalyptus table runner (left) and a Magnolia and Leyland Cypress garland (right)

 

Photos courtesy of Continental Floral Greens.

 

 

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