Hypericum BerriesBasic Bridal Bouquet Design Hypericum berries (also known more commonly as St. John's wort) is one of my favorite fillers in flower design. It comes in green, red, and a varied bronze shade. I love it because it adds such interesting texture and lasts for a good 7 - 10 days.
I generally separate the laterals and remove the leaves, unless I want them for added interest into the design. Although the stem is sturdy, I attach a Cowee pick to give it a little more strength and to know it will attach itself firmly into the Oasis, swelling a bit after the wood absorbs water.
I fill in the hole right between the main focal flowers, which in this case are cymbidium orchids and large, open green roses.
I continue to add more sprigs of hypericum here and there, in between the other flowers.
Don't forget to add it on the sides as well, creating a well-rounded design.
This side view shows that the bouquet has come together very nicely, with lots of visual interest from the different textures and shapes of both flowers and berries.
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