Flower Arrangement s Presented By Ms Harjit Kaur

Flower Arrangement s Presented By. Ms. Harjit Kaur

Flower arrangement is an old art. In India flowers are used in temples, during festivals. Flowers are used for interior decoration. They add colour, warmth, appeal and create an atmosphere. Flower arrangements are used extensively in hotels. Large arrangements are used in lobby, restaurants and public areas. Simple arrangements are used for rooms. For restaurant table a simple bud in vase can be done. The type of arrangement depends on a) area b) occasion

Housekeeper is responsible for flower decoration. There is a florist section / shop in the housekeeping. Some flower decoration can be given to outside contractor also. A part time florist can be appointed. Flowers do not last for a long time. Fresh flowers become stale and wilted, and then they die. Flowers are very expensive and flower arrangement is a costly art. Nowadays artificial flowers are also in use. Dried flowers are also becoming popular but they have the risk of catching fire.

Principals of good design

MATERIALS USED FOR FLOWER ARRANGEMENT Mechanical equipments Keeps flowers and foliage in position in the container. Foam, green foam, wire mash, pin holder, prong, florist’s cone, adhesive clay, setting clay, non setting clay, adhesive tape, glue, pebbles, Equipments and tools Bucket, watering can, florist’s scissors, mister( spray bottle), knife, cutter, paint, finish, candle holder, cocktail stick(toothpick), table, containers They hold the arrangement Vase, jug, basket, bowl, tray, rose bowl Miscellaneous objects Glass, wine , kettle, sauce pan

WHEN BUYING FLOWERS �Put flowers in water bucket immediately, cut ends immersed In water. �Do not place in direct sunlight. Keep flowers away from machines. �Foliage should be firm. �Choose blooms at just open stage. ( blooming)

CARE FOR FLOWERS Flowers are very expensive and delicate. They get damaged very fast. We have to take special care of them. Following principles should be followed. Gather flowers in morning or evening hours. Put in water for at least 1 hour so that stem drinks water. Cut flower stem at least 2 inches. Cut stem at slant not straight. Cut stem inside the water to prevent air bubble inside the stem. Very thick stems can have more than 1 cut. Woody / hard stems should be scrapped then used to prolong its life. Remove leaves on the lower part of the flowers. Leaves will rot, decompose, generate bacteria, reduce life and will give a bad foul smell.

CARE AFTER MAKING FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS Even after making flower arrangement care has to be taken. After making arrangements they can become loose, look stale after few hours. To maintain its freshness some points should be considered. Keep flower arrangements away from machines, heat, sunlight, fan, window, appliances.

Keep away from fruits, smell etc. Spray lukewarm water in morning and evening. Change water every day. Never use chilled water. Add some ammonia, listerine, charcoal, salt, lemonade, sugar, camphor, aspirin. It will slow down the bacterial growth and prolong the life of flowers.