What are the guidelines for the use of fresh flowers?

Floral decoration in the church is limited to the retable behind the altar or at the steps. The size of our containers dictates the size of the arrangements. Additional small arrangements may be used in the windows or as pew end decorations. If it is desired, and the Holy Eucharist is not being celebrated, one large floor arrangement may be used. It is suggested that the florist be invited to visit the church before ordering the flowers so that they may see what the space looks like and get some idea of the best type of floral arrangements. If the flower girl is going to drop flower petals during the processional, the petals need to be silk, not real flower petals, so as not to stain the carpet.  more