Wedding Flowers at Blackforest Wedgewood Wedding Venue

Designing for Blackforest by Wedgewood Weddings requires a balance between the untamed Colorado landscape and the venue’s sophisticated architectural lines. The property is defined by its dense stands of Ponderosa pines, which provide a dark, textured backdrop that demands high-contrast floral choices to ensure arrangements don’t disappear into the shadows. We know this venue intimately and focus our designs on structural integrity and visual scale.

The Spaces

Outdoor Ceremony Site

This space is a study in Colorado naturalism, featuring a stone-paved aisle that leads to a panoramic view of the forest and mountains. The wind is a constant factor here, meaning any installation must be engineered for stability.

• What works: Heavy, ground-based floral “nests” or weighted asymmetrical arches that frame the mountain views without obstructing them. Using textures like pampas grass or sturdy greenery helps the arrangements look intentional even when caught in a breeze.
• Skip: Lightweight pedestals or top-heavy arrangements on thin stands. These are a liability in the Black Forest wind.
• Watch out: The stone pathway can get hot in direct sun; ensure all ground-level florals are in water sources or heavy-duty foam to prevent wilting before the processional.
• Budget hero move: Focus the entire ceremony budget on a single, lush semi-circle of flowers at the altar. It creates a high-impact focal point for photography and can be easily moved to the sweetheart table later.

Grand Hall

The Grand Hall is a expansive space characterized by its height and the massive accordion doors that blur the line between the ballroom and the forest. The vaulted ceilings and crystal chandeliers provide a sense of luxury that balances the rustic surroundings.

• What works: Tall, architectural arrangements that utilize the vertical space. Think flowering branches or elevated glass trumpets that allow guests to see one another across the table while drawing the eye up to the chandeliers.
• Skip: Small, low-profile bud vases used in isolation. They will be swallowed by the scale of the room and the 300-guest capacity.
• Watch out: The “indoor/outdoor” nature of the room means temperature fluctuations. Choose hardy blooms if the accordion doors will remain open during the reception.
• Budget hero move: Use the venue’s built-in mantle or the tops of the accordion door frames for greenery crawls. It adds a “secret garden” feel for a relatively low cost in stems.

Indoor Chapel

For those opting for an indoor ceremony, the chapel offers a bright, climate-controlled alternative with clean lines and large windows.

• What works: Aisle markers that transition into altar decor. The chapel feels intimate, so fragrance plays a larger role here than it does outdoors.
• Skip: Overly dark floral palettes. The chapel is designed to be airy; lean into whites, blushes, or vibrant summer tones.
• Watch out: The seating configuration is fixed; ensure your altar arrangements are tall enough to be seen from the back row.

What Works at Blackforest Wedgewood

• High-Contrast Palettes: Whites, creams, and pale yellows pop brilliantly against the dark green of the pines. If you want color, go bold with sunset oranges or deep burgundies to compete with the forest’s depth.
• Movement-Oriented Greenery: Use eucalyptus, jasmine vine, or smilax to mimic the movement of the trees. Static, tight arrangements feel out of place in this environment.
• Repurposed Arch Florals: The transition from the outdoor ceremony to the Grand Hall is seamless. Use an arch design that can be broken down and placed at the base of the head table or the cake display.
• Organic Textures: Incorporate local elements like dried grasses, seed pods, or even subtle wood accents to bridge the gap between the forest and the ballroom.
• Statement Entrance: The transition through the accordion doors is a major moment. Flanking these doors with large potted trees or floor installations creates a grand sense of arrival for the reception.

Budget Guide

The natural beauty of the Black Forest does much of the heavy lifting, allowing you to spend your budget on fewer, larger moments rather than trying to decorate every corner.

Tips

• Weight your structures: The Colorado Springs area is prone to sudden gusts; ensure your florist uses weighted bases for all freestanding ceremony items.
• Consider the light: The forest creates dappled light in the afternoon; avoid very dark purples or blues as they can look like “black holes” in photography under the tree canopy.
• Repurpose the chapel decor: If using the indoor chapel, those arrangements should move to the Grand Hall bar or lounge areas immediately after the ceremony.
• Embrace the height: With vaulted ceilings this high, “short and round” centerpieces often look underwhelming; always opt for height or volume where possible.
• Check the sun path: For outdoor ceremonies, the sun sets behind the trees, creating a natural backlight; choose flowers with some translucency (like poppies or sweet peas) to catch that glow.