AUTUMN HAS ARRIVED AT THE ABBEY AND THE NATURE OF THINGS, FINE FLOWERS!
Flowers for the Fall Season for Weddings, Events, Daily Delivered Gifts
Lovely Autumnal Tablescape at The Abbey at Evergreen for The Nature of Things
The Abbey at Evergreen: The Heart of The Nature of Things Fine Flowers
Nestled in the verdant landscape of Riverside, California, The Abbey at Evergreen serves as the home and creative sanctuary for Dawn Adams, the founder of The Nature of Things Fine Flowers. With over 25 years of experience as a floral designer and lifelong gardener, Dawn has cultivated a unique approach to floral artistry, sourcing some of her blooms directly from her gardens at The Abbey. The Abbey is more than just a residence; it is a working garden where flowers are nurtured and grown exclusively for The Nature of Things.
Autumn in Southern California: A Season of Beauty and Bounty
Autumn in Southern California is a season marked by a long growing period, where gardens continue to thrive well beyond the typical harvest season in cooler regions. At The Abbey at Evergreen, this extended growing season allows Dawn to access a wealth of botanical treasures throughout the fall months. The warm days and cooler nights of Southern California provide the perfect conditions for growing a variety of autumnal flowers and foliage, which are carefully selected and incorporated into Dawn’s designs.
In autumn, The Nature of Things Fine Flowers takes full advantage of the season’s offerings. The floral arrangements and bespoke bouquets for weddings, events, and local deliveries are enriched by the textures and colors of the season. This time of year, the materials available are diverse and striking, providing the perfect palette for Dawn’s vintage-inspired, high-end floral designs.
Autumnal Flowers and Materials
During the fall, Dawn incorporates a stunning array of materials into her designs, including:
Branches: Bare branches or those adorned with fall leaves add structure and drama to arrangements, providing height and a natural, rustic element.
Protea: With their exotic appearance and vibrant hues, protea offer a unique focal point in fall arrangements. These bold flowers, often sourced from local growers, embody the wild beauty of the season.
Flower and Tree Seed Pods: Seed pods from local trees and flowers bring texture and an organic touch to designs, adding a sense of the earth’s seasonal cycles to each bouquet.
Seasonal Grasses: Soft, feathery grasses sway in the breeze, adding movement and depth to autumnal floral arrangements.
Fall Foliages: The rich, earthy tones of seasonal foliage—ranging from deep burgundies to soft ambers—serve as the perfect backdrop for vibrant fall flowers. These leaves and vines are harvested fresh and incorporated into each design.
Global Imports and Local Artistry
In addition to the flowers grown at The Abbey at Evergreen, Dawn also incorporates imported flowers from around the world. The combination of local and globally sourced flowers allows for a wider range of colors, textures, and floral varieties in her designs. Whether it’s delicate blooms from Europe or tropical flowers from South America, each imported flower is carefully selected to complement the seasonal materials grown at The Abbey.
High-End Floral Design: A Blend of Nature and Art
Every arrangement created by The Nature of Things Fine Flowers is a true work of art, blending the beauty of nature with Dawn’s artistic vision. Using specialty ceramic vases—often handmade and one-of-a-kind—alongside handcrafted wooden boxes, Dawn’s designs are as much about the vessel as the flowers themselves. The vases and containers are thoughtfully chosen to enhance the overall composition, creating a cohesive design that elevates any space.
Capturing the Beauty with Photography
One of the key elements that sets The Nature of Things Fine Flowers apart is the attention to detail in how the flowers are presented and photographed. Dawn’s arrangements are often captured in soft, warm candlelight, which accentuates the textures and colors of the flowers, branches, seed pods, and grasses. This artful photography allows the natural beauty of the arrangements to shine, making them feel intimate and timeless.
The Abbey at Evergreen: A Celebration of Fall’s Natural Beauty
At The Abbey at Evergreen, Dawn Adams has created a flourishing garden that supplies the finest seasonal materials for her floral designs. The autumn season, with its abundance of unique foliage, seed pods, and earthy textures, offers the perfect backdrop for The Nature of Things Fine Flowers to craft exquisite arrangements for weddings, events, and local deliveries. Each design is a celebration of nature’s beauty, reflecting Dawn’s deep connection to the earth and her lifelong passion for floral artistry.
A beautiful table scape at The Abbey at Evergreen, Riverside, California.
We have so many floral gifts to choose from, or you can make special requests by calling us at 951.204.2149. Or if you are having a hard time deciding, choose Designer’s Choice and our talented floral designers will create something beautiful with stunning in-season flower and botanical choices.
FLORAL GIFTS FOR EVERY OCCASION AND THE MOST DISCERNING TASTE.
ABOUT THE OWNERS:
Harmonious Partnership: Dawn and Mandy are the dynamic mother-daughter team behind The Nature of Things Fine Flowers. Dawn, the founder and creative director, brings over 25 years of floral design expertise, while Mandy manages logistics, staff, quality control, budgeting, and contributes to design. Together, they co-own the business, blending creativity with business acumen to deliver high-quality, one-of-a-kind floral designs. Since its founding in August 2011, The Nature of Things has thrived under their leadership, providing exceptional floral arrangements for weddings, events, and local deliveries, all while maintaining a personal, family-driven approach.
