Wedding Arch Garlands

Your ceremony arch is the most important backdrop at any wedding. A well-dressed arch does two things at once: gives your guests something worth looking at while you say your vows, and gives every photo from the day a background you will actually want to frame.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much garland do I need for a standard wedding arch?

Most wedding arches run 7 to 8 feet tall and 4 to 6 feet wide. How much garland you need depends on how you plan to drape it.

Draping Style Arch Dimensions Garland Needed
Two-sided drape (uprights only) 7 ft tall × 5 ft wide 16–18 ft
Two-sided drape (uprights only) 8 ft tall × 6 ft wide 18–22 ft
Full wrap (uprights + top) 7 ft tall × 5 ft wide 22–26 ft
Full wrap (uprights + top) 8 ft tall × 6 ft wide 25–30 ft
Top drape only Any standard arch 8–12 ft
Asymmetrical (one side + top) Any standard arch 14–18 ft

For a two-sided drape, the working formula is: arch height × 2, plus 1.5× the arch width for the top section. Add 2 to 4 extra feet if you want the garland to trail at the base of each upright. When the estimate falls between two lengths, order the longer one.

What greenery works best on a wedding arch?

Leaf size, stem flexibility, and color all affect how a finished arch reads from a distance. On a table, fine details register up close. On an arch, the whole frame needs to hold from thirty feet away.

Greenery Character Best For
Seeded Eucalyptus Silver-green, flexible stems, seed clusters Any venue, most requested
Magnolia Large glossy leaves, bold texture Barns, outdoor ceremonies, dramatic backdrops
Olive Branch Small leaves, loose organic shape Garden, vineyard, boho, Mediterranean
Mixed Eucalyptus Two varieties, layered texture Photos where variety depth shows
Eucalyptus + Pepperberry Berry clusters, seasonal richness Fall and winter ceremonies

How do I attach fresh garland to a wedding arch?

Floral wire and zip ties are the two most reliable methods. Both let you adjust positioning before the ceremony without damaging the greenery.

Start at the base of each upright and work upward, securing the garland every 12 to 18 inches. Keep the attachments loose enough that the garland can drape naturally. Pulling it flat against the frame removes the movement that makes fresh greenery look full. Trim any visible wire ends and tuck them behind foliage before the ceremony starts.

For heavier mixed-variety garlands or longer continuous runs, attach at closer intervals near the top where the weight is greatest.

When should my arch garland arrive relative to my wedding date?

All garlands are made fresh to order and ship 2 to 3 days before your event date. Select your event date at checkout and we will schedule production and shipping so your greenery arrives at peak freshness.

When it arrives, open the box immediately and mist lightly. Full care instructions are included with every order.

Can I order arch garland and table runner garland together?

Yes. Order both in the same delivery window and everything arrives together at peak freshness. Our wedding table runner garlands use the same fresh-cut varieties and are built to pair with the arch garlands.

Do fresh garlands hold up for an outdoor ceremony?

Yes. Fresh eucalyptus, magnolia, and olive branch garlands are well suited to outdoor conditions. Keep the garland out of direct sun in the hours before the ceremony and mist lightly before installation. Most garlands stay fresh 7 to 10 days with proper care.