Creating realistic and beautiful sugar foliage can elevate the aesthetic of any wedding cake, adding a touch of nature's elegance. This guide provides detailed instructions on how to craft three types of eucalyptus foliage: English Boxwood, Italian Ruscus & Dusty Miller. Each variety has its unique charm and can be used individually or combined for a stunning effect.

English Boxwood

English Boxwood is a favoured choice for wedding cakes due to its dense, small leaves and timeless appeal. To create this foliage, begin by preparing the boxwood dust and paste. Utilise the Flower Pro Boxwood Leaf Veiner to imprint the leaf pattern onto the paste. After shaping and veining the leaves, insert wires for support and allow them to dry. Once dry, dust the leaves with the boxwood dust and add a touch of dark green at the base. Finally, apply a dark green colour to the stems and steam the leaves to set the colour.

Italian Ruscus

Italian Ruscus is a popular choice for wedding cakes due to its long-lasting nature and attractive, glossy leaves. To create this foliage use the Flower Pro Ruscus Leaf Veiner to imprint the leaf pattern onto the paste. After shaping and veining the leaves, insert wires for support and let them dry. Once dry, dust the leaves. Apply a dark green colour to the stems and steam the leaves.

Dusty Miller

Dusty Miller is known for its beautiful, velvety leaves that have a dusty, silver-grey colour, making it a popular choice for wedding cakes. Use the Flower Pro Dusty Miller Leaf Veiner to imprint the leaf pattern and shape onto the paste. Insert wires for support and let them dry. Once dry, dust the leaves adding a touch of white and eucalyptus at the base. Steam the leaves to set the colour.