Debra, a lot of brides love the crystals- I get lots of use out of those!
This is where a lot of weddings I do take place, either on the front lawn or facing the house. The original central part of the house was built in the 1890s, the wings added about 10 years ago. I've considered installing some flower gardens but have been undecided how to proceed. Since I'd want it to be a beautiful backdrop for multiple weddings, should it be all white? Or perhaps all pastels? I would love to use a lot of roses, but RRD is terrible in that part of town- a huge hedge of Knockouts had to be removed from the side yard because of it.