The Grand Botanist is a floral design studio working across Cape Town and the Cape Winelands. We compose celebrations rather than decorate them, drawing each concept from the landscape, the season and the story of the day. Flowers are simply the medium we use to tell that story.
FLORAL DESIGN ROOTED IN PLACE. COMPOSED FOR EVERY CELEBRATION.
A bold celebration of red set against the historic landscape of Boschendal Estate. Designed in collaboration with Anne Mann Celebrates, Vivian and Alex’s wedding unfolded from a meadow-inspired ceremony into playful tomato fountains and an abundant, flower-filled reception.
boschendal estate
An intimate garden celebration at Naby Farm Country Haven, inspired by the ease and abundance of an Italian garden party. Lush seasonal flowers, textural foliage and harvest elements came together in a classic palette of green and white, using exclusively locally grown botanicals.
Naby farm country haven
A sun-washed, al fresco celebration at Boschendal Estate, alive with tangerine, citrus and marigold. Designed in collaboration with Anne Mann, sculptural floral towers, an abundant ceremony meadow and harvest-inspired tablescapes brought a festive sense of summer to the Cape Winelands.
Boschendal estate
A romantic, ethereal garden celebration at La Cotte Farm in Franschhoek, designed in collaboration with Alon Events. Delicate white and green florals unfolded through the gardens, creating a celebration that felt soft, abundant and deeply connected to its setting.
A conceptual celebration at Johannesdal 1207, inspired by Nelly and Romain’s shared love of fragrance. The scent notes of powder, fruit, florals, woods and gourmand became the starting point for a series of sculptural botanical installations, translating fragrance into form.
la cotte farm
johannesdal 1207
A vibrant summer wedding at Boschendal Estate, created in collaboration with Anne Mann. Inspired by the warmth and ease of Tuscan garden gatherings, the celebration paired abundant seasonal flowers with intentional styling and a relaxed al fresco atmosphere.
boschendal estate
vivian & alex | boschendal estate
“It felt like stepping into a version of our story we didn’t even know was possible. We’re still in awe.”
WHERE LANDSCAPE MEETS DESIGN
FLORAL DESIGN ROOTED IN PLACE. COMPOSED FOR EVERY CELEBRATION.
Guided by an understanding of place and a deep respect for the landscape, we compose each celebration with intention. Our work is defined by considered composition, natural texture and a quiet sense of atmosphere.
From vineyard estates in the Cape Winelands to private gardens across the Western Cape, we have designed celebrations throughout the region, each one shaped by its own particular setting.
The Grand Botanist is a floral design studio working across Cape Town and the Cape Winelands. We compose celebrations rather than decorate them, drawing each concept from the landscape, the season and the story of the day. Flowers are simply the medium we use to tell that story.
Your creativity, care, and eye for beauty were felt in every corner of the day. Walking into each space you designed felt emotional in the best way. It was like stepping into a version of our story we didn’t even know was possible. We’re still in awe.
"Your creativity, care, and eye for beauty were felt in every corner of the day."
- vivian & alex | boschendal estate
"The Grand Botanist created pure magic for our wedding! The floral arrangements were breathtaking, perfectly matching our vision and adding vibrant life to our venue. Her attention to detail, creativity, and understanding of our style resulted in truly stunning decor. "
"The flowers left our guests in awe.."
- Julia & brendan | johannesdal 1207
In our wildest dreams, we couldn’t have imagined the magnitude of beauty she would create for our day. Everything felt effortless and alive; flowers grown close to home, chosen in season and arranged as though they had always belonged there. There was something quietly magical in knowing that such abundance could still be gentle on the earth."
"Everything felt effortless and alive"
-LIESE & JAN | NABY FARM COUNTRY HAVEN
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