Building Tall Floral "Trees" for Aisle Entrances

When a bride shares a photo of towering 5-foot arrangements flanking the aisle, the first question is: how are they built? Often, those "trees" are rented metal frames—sometimes called floral trees or candelabra trees—that are dressed with fresh or silk flowers.

Option 1: Rent a Metal Frame

Many event rental companies (e.g., Rented Elegance in Seattle) carry pre-made steel structures in various heights. You simply attach your floral foam, moss, and flowers to the arms. This ensures stability and saves construction time.

Option 2: DIY with Curly Willow

For a natural, organic look, use green curly willow branches (available from Oregon growers like Oregon Roses). Insert the thick ends into a weighted urn filled with floral foam or sand, then wire or zip-tie the willow stems together to form a canopy. Add flowers into foam cages secured at the top.

Key Considerations

• Weight distribution: The base must be heavy enough (use sandbags or water-filled barrels inside the urn) to counterbalance the top.
• Transport: Assemble on-site if possible; tall structures are fragile in transit.
• Flower choice: Lightweight blooms (spray roses, lisianthus, greenery) reduce stress on the frame.

Always request a photo of the rental item beforehand, and confirm dimensions match your venue's ceiling height.