flower identification
How can you identify each flower/plant ?
botanical name
origin
color
What is a floral knife used for?
Floral knives cut flower stems.
Who was the first to use water and containers tor create arrangements?
Chinese
True or False: Bridal boquets are typically all white or off-white.
True
Give 2 examples of floral holidays.
Valentine's Day
Mother's day
What are line flowers used as ?
Primary flowers
What are floral scissors used for?
Used to cut ribbon and wire.
What are the two distinct styles that the Japanese have?
Rikkwa
Ikebana
Where do centerpieces sit?
On the guest tables during the reception.
What flowers are used for Valentine's Day?
Mostly red roses
What is an example of a mass flower?
Carnation
China Aster
Cockscomb
What are floral shears used for?
Used to cut thick/woody stems.
What does Rikkwa mean?
Standing flowers
How are centerpieces created?
Beginning w/ a container filled with absorbent floral foam and secured w/ floral tape
add foliage
adding largest flowers
adding smaller flowers
fillig in w/ foliage
When are Thanksgiving arrangements used?
When needed as a centerpiece
What are form flowers used to create?
Focal points w/ an unusual/distinctive shape
What are stem strippers used for?
used to remove thorns and leaves from stems.
Who brought together Greek and Roman influences?
Byzantines
Who are boutonnieres for?
The groom
What flowers are avoided when making baby arrival arrangements?
Eucalyptus
What are filler flowers used for? Give an example of a filler flower.
Used to complete a design
Baby's Breath
What is anchor tape used for?
Hold either wet/dried foam in place. also known as waterproof tape.
What flowers did Victorians use? Pick two.
Dahlias
Fuchsias
Bleeding Hearts
Common Garden Flowers
When are unity candles used?
Durng the ceremony
What novelty items are in Easter arrangements?
Easter eggs