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Botanical Curtain Floral Backdrop

Swap vinyl photo backdrops for a living tapestry of layered greenery and fresh blooms. This floor-to-ceiling “curtain” moves gently with every breeze.

Botanical Curtain Floral Backdrop
Difficulty
Intermediate
Time needed
4–5 hours build + rig
Est. cost
$1,800–3,200 (8-ft x 10-ft wall)
Guest Count
Any Size

Materials Needed

Pipe-and-drape or freestanding truss (8-ft x 10-ft recommended)
Plastic-coated chicken wire sheets or floral mesh panels
Zip ties & green floral wire
Base greenery: Italian ruscus, smilax, and olive branch (approx. 15 bunches)
Focal blooms: garden roses, dahlias, ranunculus (250–300 stems)
Accent blooms: snapdragon, lisianthus, wax flower (150 stems)
Water picks / micro tubes for vertical hydration
Floral shears, step ladder, gloves
Fine-mist sprayer with flower-food solution
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Instructions

Secure chicken wire panels to the frame, overlapping seams for a continuous grid.

Weave ruscus and smilax through the mesh, letting vines hang naturally to create initial coverage (aim for ~70 % opaque).

Insert water-filled picks behind focal blooms; push stems through mesh so heads sit flush with greenery.

Cluster larger blooms in organic “pockets,” then feather accent flowers outward for depth.

Step back every 20 minutes, filling any gaps to ensure the curtain looks full from all angles.

Mist thoroughly, lower room temperature if possible, and photograph test shots to confirm even color distribution.

Helpful Tips

Use hardy greenery first—smilax provides length and movement while hiding mechanics effortlessly.

Stick to a tight palette (e.g., peach + butter yellow) for editorial cohesion; resist the urge to “rainbow”.

Post-ceremony, relocate the backdrop behind the sweetheart table or dessert display for double duty.

Cost Breakdown
$1,800–3,200 (8-ft x 10-ft wall)

Estimated total cost

Breakdown

Materials$40-70
Tools/Supplies$10-30
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