These flowers are indigenous to Western Australia and are its floral emblem, but cultivars are now in gardens all over Australia. The flowers are long lasting when cut and grow on long stems. They come in sage greens, dull yellows, green and red. The buds are long and curved, often opening to reveal an entirely
These evergreen grassy plants grow where there is sandy soil and moisture, often along coastal regions. (Have you ever seen them growing wild on the coastal plain near Lake Cathie, NSW?) The bells nod their heads on long stems and are quite thick in texture. They form from red and green buds and the hanging
For a bit of Christmas cheer this week, we have a few short & sweet entries on the red & green Australian Natives lined up. First up- it’s the waratah! A member of the Proteaceae family, this is a large sculptural flower, whose name means, in Aboriginal, ‘seen from afar’. And that it is –
I love this shot of the dance floor from Ken & Hillary’s wedding (see more here) captured by Sarah Rhodes Photographers. All dance floors should be that much fun! Photo by Sarah Rhodes Photographers.
Today’s couple Stefanie and Robert wanted something different for their engagement shoot. So they ended up in the backyard with a hose and a paddling pool! Today’s shots are by Hawes Photography. Have a lovely weekend! Photos by Hawes Photography
Welcome to Polka Dot Bride! Polka Dot Bride is Australia’s premier wedding blog dedicated to inspiring you to create a beautiful wedding uniquely yours…
ON POLKA DOT GROOM          |  See the creative colour book |
