8. Greenery Wedding Cake Decoration
A greenery-decorated wedding cake is simple, elegant, and visually striking. Instead of heavy frosting decorations, the cake is adorned with natural leaves and minimal flowers.
Popular greenery choices for cake decoration include eucalyptus, olive branches, rosemary, and bay leaves. It is very important that the greenery used is non-toxic and food-safe.
The preparation involves placing small sprigs of greenery between cake layers or around the base of the cake tiers. Cake decorators sometimes wrap stems with floral tape before inserting them into the cake to ensure hygiene.
White or semi-naked cakes work especially well with greenery decorations because the green leaves contrast beautifully with the light-colored frosting.
Couples can also add gold accents, berries, or small flowers to enhance the design.
The cake should be stored in a cool place until it is displayed at the reception to keep both the cake and the greenery fresh.