Misty mornings, mellow days, and hedgerows heavy with berries – autumn's the perfect time for foraging. There's something lovely about creating an arrangement from finds gathered on a good walk. No trip to the florist required, just an eye for texture and a pair of secateurs.
If you fancy a seasonal spruce-up that costs nothing but an afternoon walk, grab your snips and let's head outside.
What to look for
The best autumn displays mix textures and colours. Hunt for:
- Colourful leaves and berries
- Conkers and acorns
- Rosehips and seed heads
- Dried grasses
- Teasels or poppy heads
Take no more than a third from any one spot, leaving plenty for wildlife. Stick to public footpaths and your own garden, it's amazing what you'll find nearby!
Keeping it fresh
Wild arrangements need a bit of care to last. When you get home, give stems a long drink in cool water before arranging. Recut woody stems at a sharp angle – they'll take up water more efficiently. Strip any foliage that would sit below the waterline to keep the water clean.
For a more natural, hedgerow look, avoid overcrowding. Let each element breathe and show its character. Start with your statement pieces – perhaps a dramatic branch or tall grasses – then layer in berries and seed heads. Turn your container as you work; wild arrangements should look good from every angle.
The wilder the better
Unlike shop-bought flowers, foraged arrangements tell a story. They capture a particular walk, a specific hedgerow, this exact moment in autumn. They're perfectly imperfect, bringing real texture and seasonal authenticity to your home, so just have fun with it!
Our Haws jugs make ideal vessels for wild arrangements – the right scale for hedgerow finds, sturdy enough for woody stems, and simple enough not to compete with nature's own design.
Get foraging this weekend
Take yourself on a foraging walk while the weather's still kind. Pack your secateurs, maybe a basket, and see what your local hedgerows have to offer. It's a brilliant way to properly notice autumn's details and bring home something completely unique.
Every arrangement is one-of-a-kind – that's the beauty of working with wild materials.
Share your foraged creations with us HERE. We'd love to see how to style your Haws jug.