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Floral Arrangements/Questions Answered by Expert Gina Samarotto. asla, apld
| Subject | Date Asked |
| submerged flowers | 4/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a bride who wants submerged flowers for her centerpieces. Each vase is different, she wants ... A: Only waxy flowers will work, Karen. Orchids, Gardenia, etc. are very good. Tulips are iffy... ... | |
| Fruit in dried and fresh arrangements | 10/29/2010 |
| Q: I am looking for advise for creating and preserving fresh fruit in both dried and fresh ... A: While drying pears is possible, you would have to limit yourself to using slices to get the best ... | |
| dried arrangements | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a friend in Canada who has never seen a cotton plant. She wants me to snip a cotton stalk ... A: By and large, you want to simply hang the cutting upside down in a coll and dry (DRY) place and let ... | |
| preventing orchids from wilting | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: I am arranging table centrepieces for a wedding and the bride wants orchid blossoms on moss--how can ... A: Is you are talking about cut orchids, the best (and really only) way to ensure they stay fresh is to ... | |
| Blue dyed Dendrobiums in a submerged centerpiece | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: I am planning on making centerpieces for my wedding using Dendrobium orchids completely submerged in ... A: It really depends... each grower and in some cases the wholesalers or retailers; will dye the stems ... | |
| floral centre piece with hydrangeas | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: will the small clusters of hydrangeas wilt if i separate the stems from the main stem and put them ... A: My pleasure! Even more briefly than 20 or 30... you want to dunk them in and out for just a few ... | |
| floral centre piece with hydrangeas | 6/21/2010 |
| Q: will the small clusters of hydrangeas wilt if i separate the stems from the main stem and put them ... A: The only way I would attempt it is to first condition the entire flower very very thoroughly. With ... | |
| apples in cylinder vase | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: We are trying to use 30" cylinder vases for steps at an outdoor wedding and want to put river rocks, ... A: Sorry, Patrice. Apples wont sink no matter what you do... and apple pieces will get very brown and ... | |
| easter arrangement for grave | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: my grandmother passed away this past september. easter is sunday and i want to create an arrangement ... A: Perhaps to choose a different color rose for each grandchild? Or if you google "meaning of flowers" ... | |
| Tulip in vase | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: How to keep Tulip stay longer and bloom at the vase. Should I cut off leaves to reduce water vapor. A: Tulips are very cool in so much as they are the only flower to keep growing even when cut and in the ... | |
| silk flower arrangement for wedding | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: I am making 10 flower arrangements for my granddaughters wedding. I am using white and yellow silk ... A: As a general rule, the tallest flower should be about 1 1/2 times the height of your bud vase. ... | |
| Peonies in bud vases | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: I am ordering 200 wholesale peonies (both light and dark pink--I don't know what varietal the dark ... A: Aha! I see what you're saying.... short answer, yes, they might droop over. You could use a ... | |
| Peonies in bud vases | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: I am ordering 200 wholesale peonies (both light and dark pink--I don't know what varietal the dark ... A: Excellent question! First of all, I believe the simple design in staggered heights would be ... | |
| Pillar, Tubular,Columnar Floral Design | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: Can you give me a definition, description for this style of arranging? A: Based on your verbiage... I would say "Line Design". That being said, it could be a variety of ... | |
| tall clear vases | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: I saw a demonsration on a very tall bronze urn type arrangement that I loved. The designer used an ... A: If the vases are tall enough then yes, you would get the fullness effect. The concern would be in ... | |
| Large glass cangleholder with arrangement on top | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: ! I'm making the centerpieces for my wedding and I'm using a 22" heavy glass candle holder with a 3 ... A: For starters, you'll need to afix a design bowl of some kind with wet foam (Oasis) taped in. To do ... | |
| Ranunculus and.... | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: I LOVE ranunculus and I am planning the flowers for my May 2010 wedding in Florida. I want to have ... A: How about yellow ranunulus for the girls to coordinate with your white ones? With the lime the ... | |
| Number of flowers to use | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: I am making tall centerpieces with a 24" x 5" pilsner trumpet vase using dendrobium orchids. How ... A: The photo shows arachnis or oncidium orchids.... while lovely, the Dendrobium orchids you mention ... | |
| Rectangular arrangement | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: I'd like to make an arrangement of roses in a rectangular container. I've seen this is someone's ... A: If the container is already rectangular and you want to keep with the dimensions it already offers, ... | |
| Cascading Bouquet | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: I would love to make a cascading bouquet using only wire and not a foam bouquet holder. Are you able ... A: You could certainly do a cascade in a hand tied fashion by wiring and taping flowers into various ... | |
| tall centerpieces for wedding | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: I have (10) 24" Eiffel tower vases. want to place 2 dozen silk flowers (roses)and greenery in each ... A: You should have enough room with the balls providing they are at least 3" spheres. The bigger ... | |
| Saddle arrangement | 12/14/2009 |
| Q: I would like to make a saddle arrangement using red and white poinsettias and would like to add ... A: Assuming you are using silk flowers, as poinsettias are not suitable for cut flower work; I would ... | |
| week of valentines day | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: and thank you for your insight and knowledge in the floral business, in advance. This will be my ... A: It's nearly impossible to forecast your first year what will happen. Especially given the ... | |
| blue wedding | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: I am helping plan a small renewal ceremony for two friends. They are very simple people and would ... A: I would love to see small scatterings of arrangements created in mercury glass tumblers and filled ... | |
| dendrobium orchids in tower vases | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: My daughters wedding is fast approaching and I need to make sure the dendrobium orchids will fit in ... A: Yes, 8 to 10 will be a nice arrangement. You say you are looking at dendrobians... I would suggest ... | |
| Placing branches on top of a vase | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering... I really like the look of submerging orchids in water, but I was thinking of ... A: Absolutely! You have to make sure your upper tray is A) deep enough to provide the support ... | |
| blooms in flight- flower show | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: I want to do a peacock in a mass arrangement do you have any suggestions. thanks ANSWER: If this is ... A: www.gardenclub.org is a great place to find the rules and regulations pertaining to Flower Shows. ... | |
| blooms in flight- flower show | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: I want to do a peacock in a mass arrangement do you have any suggestions. thanks ANSWER: If this is ... A: The very first show I ever competed in, I made the mistake that TONS of first time exhibitors ... | |
| blooms in flight- flower show | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: I want to do a peacock in a mass arrangement do you have any suggestions. thanks ANSWER: If this is ... A: From what I see in the class schedule, you can't use feathers or other found objects and must use ... | |
| blooms in flight- flower show | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: I want to do a peacock in a mass arrangement do you have any suggestions. thanks A: If this is for a flower show, be sure your schedule allows for the use of found objects. Often ... | |
| Artificial Arrangement | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: I recently saw an artificial orchid arrangement in a vase with a clear glue that the flowers were ... A: No, the hard setting variety is different; though also widely available. The hard setting kind is a ... | |
| Artificial Arrangement | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: I recently saw an artificial orchid arrangement in a vase with a clear glue that the flowers were ... A: Wonder Water solution turns into a clear gel that looks like water, but is thick enough to firmly ... | |
| Carnations ceterpeices | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: can you tell me how to make carnation centerpieces arranged in a half dome in a colored vase or a ... A: A semi sphere of wet foam affixed to the top ofyour vase with floral tape will work well. With an ... | |
| floral spray paint | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: I am doing floral design for a wedding this weekend and received my flowers today. The orchids are ... A: I think I am feeling that you already know the answer..... Yes, it will cheapen the entire effect ... | |
| how to preserve my flowers | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: Gina how are you thanks for helping me the last time.I am going to be getting 800.00 fresh roses and ... A: Conditioning flowers when you get them in from the wholesaler is imperative to their success! ... | |
| using wet foam to make an arrangment | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: I have to make a centerpiece on a 32 inche trumpet vase using fresh roses, poeny and curley willow, ... A: You can use OASIS brand wet foam, and to affix it, simply use thin floral tape - the vinyl one ... | |
| Hydrangea Flower Arrangement | 8/2/2009 |
| Q: I am getting married July 31 of next year and would like to use Annabelle hydrangeas from my ... A: Annabells are good, if they are conditioned properly. Try cutting them and immediately plunging ... | |
| please help identify this flower | 7/26/2009 |
| Q: I recently cleaned out an area behind my garage of a thorn bush. Not 2 weeks after cleaning I ... A: What you have there is a native aurelian lily. Aurelian lilies are very fragrant and become even ... | |
| please help identify this flower | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: I recently cleaned out an area behind my garage of a thorn bush. Not 2 weeks after cleaning I ... A: This looks as if it is an allium, though without seeing it in bloom I can't tell for certain. The ... | |
| cylinder vase centrepieces | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: I have purchased several cylinder vases 60cms tall and 11cms diameter. I want to make centrepieces ... A: You'll have to soak the foam for the flowers to fare well. I would secure the sphere FIRST by using ... | |
| cylinder vase centrepieces | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: I have purchased several cylinder vases 60cms tall and 11cms diameter. I want to make centrepieces ... A: Yes, bouquet holders will work. They can sink a bit into the vase if need be, the length of the ... | |
| Flower problem | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: I am have a picture drawn with portraits of my family members and I wanted to have flowers that ... A: There are many options for you. Apple Blossoms symbolize steadfast relations... for instance. ... | |
| decorating grape vine wreaths | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: any ideas to incorporate ribbon, silk flowers, bows, etc. into grapevine wreaths? ribbon first? ... A: When you are working with any kind of wreath, the bow will go last. When you're designing your ... | |
| Directions for making a grave pillow | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: I have made Christmas grave blankets using chicken wire for the past few years. I am wanting to make ... A: Foam, given the outdoor conditions, is not the best choice. But to give the pillow some volume, you ... | |
| Gladiola Centerpieces | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: My sister is getting married at the end of this summer. She wants dramatic centerpieces and wants ... A: Unless the base of the vase is VERY heavy, and the oasis is VERY securely mounted, the centerpiece ... | |
| cutting hyrdrangeas for arrangements | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: Where (on the stem) should I cut my hydrangea blooms for cut flower arrangements? How should I ... A: Anywhere on the stem is fine to cut... you'd be better served to worry about what the pruned plant ... | |
| Flowers for Tropical Arrangement | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: For entry into a flower show, what would be good selections for small tropical arrangement for a ... A: Given the size availability on a two person show table; I don't recommend the typical tropicals like ... | |
| indoor gardenia | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: my indoor gardenia is thriving and blooming, but all the leaves are light green and lusterless. ... A: Acidify the soil with aluminum sulfate, iron sulfate, or wettable sulfur. Iron chelate may be used ... | |
| Wedding arch DIY | 4/27/2009 |
| Q: I am getting married in 2012, so I do know that this may be very early in the making, however, I ... A: Doing "boutonnieres" is a great way to dress it! I would do fresh on the sides, and silk up top ... | |
| Picnic centerpieces | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: I'm getting married on July 25th outside in our local city park. It's a gorgeous setting in front of ... A: Congratulations on your marriage! Sunflowers, that also come in deeper tones, would be great. So ... | |
| snakeshead fritillaries | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: I have some growing in my garden and am told they make excellent cut flowers, however, if I cut them ... A: Snakehead lillies, or Fritillaria Meleagris; is a bulb that produces only one flower per season. If ... | |
| Tall floral arrangement question | 3/18/2009 |
| Q: I wanted to take on the task of creating my own centerpieces for my wedding. I have 20" tall glass ... A: If you were using Styrofoam balls, you would cover them in moss, arrange your flowers so the stems ... | |
| arrangment size/table size | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: question .. what size arrangment should be used on a wedding reception table measuring 38 inch ... A: As 38" isn't very large, I usually go with something tall rather than something wide. A small 6" ... | |
| floral arrangement for headstone | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: I would like to design a floral arrangement for my mother headstone for "Mother's Day" in a pink ... A: I don't usually work with artificial flowers... but I think I can help. I would concentrate on ... | |
| Calla lilly's in eiffel tower vase? | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: Here are the measurements: 24 in high the top diameter measures 2-1/8". The base measures 4-1/4" ... A: Good question! Eiffel Tower style vases are intended for dramatic display and Callas are perfect ... | |
| POT PLANT HOLDER | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: i ASKED THIS QUESTION BEFORE BUT ONLY RECEIVED A RESPONSE THAT IT WAS ANSERED BEFORE AND I DID ... A: Without seeing the marking or the pot, there is no way I can tell you about the piece I am afraid. ... | |
| Snow | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: Can snow help protect roots of a Hydrangea? A: While snow is a reasonably good insulator... it's volume is not predictable in most areas. A better ... | |
| fruit/veggies in floral arrangements | 12/5/2008 |
| Q: is there a way to coat or preserve fruit and/or veggies to keep the color and or fresh look when ... A: You are talking about whole, not cut, fruit right? Not really much you can do. You could wax them, ... | |
| Calla lily eiffel tower centerpiece | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: I would like to do a 28" eiffel tower centerpiece for my wedding. How many large calla lilies can I ... A: I'd have to know the size of the vase - diameter of the neck and stem, before I can tell you. You ... | |
| tall cylinder vase | 11/6/2008 |
| Q: I am doing a fresh floral arrangement in a 24" tall glass cylinder vase. What is your advice on ... A: You wont be able to build your design laterally using the vase and water alone. My sugggestion is ... | |
| bird of paradise and calla lilies | 10/26/2008 |
| Q: I would like to know how long it takes for a bird of paradise to open. I will be purchasing them ... A: Bird of Paradise (Strelizia)opens rather slowly... but normally come in an open bud since the flower ... | |
| curly willow bush | 10/12/2008 |
| Q: I live in Southern Ontario and would like to know where this plant grows in this area. I am ... A: The first question is what is Southern Ontario's plant hardiness zone classified at. According to ... | |
| carnation centerpiece question | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: I recently read your post re: carnation balls as centerpieces. How many carnations would you ... A: Good Morning! You'll need between 20 and 36 carnations per 8" sphere depending on the size of the ... | |
| Wedding Florals - No cooler! | 9/19/2008 |
| Q: We're doing a wedding next weekend and the place that we store our florals fell through ... A: First of all, NO! This wont spell disaster! Second of all, where in the country are you? If you ... | |
| 1920s style arrangements | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: I'm researching for a friend who wants to do a 1920s Art Deco style ball. Where can I find - or do ... A: Art Deco is a phenomenally fun theme to work with! Color is the key here... stay within a palate of ... | |
| Topiary | 7/3/2008 |
| Q: I would like to create a few topiaries no larger than 3 feet in height shaped like animals for my ... A: Topiaries, particularly very elaborate animal ones, are great fun; but they are also a very time ... | |
| cut peony flowers | 6/11/2008 |
| Q: Please can you tell me the best way to get peony blooms to open quickly. A: You see ants on peonies for a reason.. they eat the nectar that seals the bud shut! Other than ... | |
| Floral design class or school | 6/3/2008 |
| Q: I prepare floral arrangements for my church each sunday, I am self taught. I want my flowers to be ... A: Congratulations on your new career! What I can tell you is this... do not waste your time or money ... | |
| Selling silk arrangements | 5/16/2008 |
| Q: I need advice on how to sell silk arrangements online. My job is slowing down for the summer and I ... A: It's difficult to do since the shipping is always an issue. However, what I would suggest is that ... | |
| sunflowers | 5/14/2008 |
| Q: Are all sunflowers yellow? If not what other colors are they? A: The sunflowers, or Helianthus annuus, is an annual plant native to the Americas in the family ... | |
| Lace Bug | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: What is the choice of controlfor this pest on a pieris japonica? and where do they over winter? How ... A: It was absolutely my pleasure and thank you for your very kind words!! | |
| Preseve a rose | 4/19/2008 |
| Q: I'm doing flower arrangements for my friend's upcoming wedding. I'll quickly run through my ... A: In cool water and in a cool room, there is no reason why the roses should have popped for quickly. ... | |
| Hydrangeus | 4/16/2008 |
| Q: I just put some hydrangeas in an oasis, and they wilted a few hours later. Do they work in oasis, ... A: No, Hydrangeas don't do well in wet foam. Theyneed a great deal of water drawn quickly. The best ... | |
| My Calla Lilli | 4/6/2008 |
| Q: I my husband got me a calla lilli the other day. I noticed that the soil was dry and wanted to re ... A: Unfortunately, you should never transplant or otherwise disturb the root system of any plant while ... | |
| Church Pew Ends | 3/31/2008 |
| Q: I'm organising and arranging my own wedding flowers. Luckily I'm quite savvy with bouquets, ... A: I've always chosen to use pull bows, but I do like to put fresh foliage and / or blooms in the ... | |
| Semi permanent arrangements with moss | 3/30/2008 |
| Q: I am looking for directions for the construction of a "moss mound" in a container to use in my ... A: If you are looking for a dried arrangement, they are readily available pre made. Or, you can simply ... | |
| casket saddle | 3/12/2008 |
| Q: Recently I drove my mother to the cemetery to check on her brother's grave. Near by his plot is an ... A: Ostensibly, you could use one for an arrangement that was to hug over another object. I've used ... | |
| Casket Spray | 2/13/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering if you have a directions sheet that will help me put a casket spray together. I want ... A: There is something called a casket saddle available at floral wholesalers. Caged to fit over the ... | |
| White Roses | 2/4/2008 |
| Q: ..I am looking for a white rose that is large for hand held bridesmaid bouquets. Any Suggestions? ... A: What a super question! You've done your homework. Try Bingqing, a new rose cultivar. The flower is ... | |
| tall silk flowers in tall vases | 2/3/2008 |
| Q: We want to arrange tall silk hydrangeas in a tall clear vase for a wedding. We can't seem to keep ... A: I believe you had asked this previously... so it's great that you've provided enough information ... | |
| colour match for table | 2/3/2008 |
| Q: I have bought a painting by Gish of still life with plums. My drapes are about the same blue. What ... A: I'd love to see you use complimentary colors and textures rather than going too "matchy" with the ... | |
| How to make an floral arrangement | 1/28/2008 |
| Q: I need to know how to make my silk flowers come together in a 16 inch vase I have roses, wisterias, ... A: If the opening of the container is small, you can't really use foam unless you use the container as ... | |
| Hydrangea in oasis | 1/28/2008 |
| Q: What is the best way to condition hydrangea's for use in oasis in wedding arrangements. (I will be ... A: When not conditioned properly, Hydrangea will drop their head and not be very appealing. A good ... | |
| tall vase arrangements | 1/27/2008 |
| Q: What else can I use instead of filling the whole vase with floral foam? Is there any other way to ... A: For tall stems with heft, such as the ones you mentioned, foam isn't necessary. You can simply cut ... | |
| Tall round centerpieces | 1/26/2008 |
| Q: I want to have tall centerpieces for my wedding- round carnation balls on top of pilsner vases. How ... A: It's definitely doable! First, don't limit yourself to pilsners. Any tall, cylindrical vase will ... | |
| white rose | 1/25/2008 |
| Q: I am trying to find a large ivory rose that opens fast and full. Any suggestions? ANSWER: Sure! ... A: I would accept delivery on Tuesday, cut the stems and put the roses UP TO THEIR NECKS in room ... | |
| hydrangea bouquet | 1/22/2008 |
| Q: Are hydrangeas difficult to use for a wedding bouquet? First, will it be difficult to get ... A: First off, you should be able to readily order Hydrangea, but make sure you give yourself a good two ... | |
| Live topieries | 1/13/2008 |
| Q: I have an old metal reindeer used at christmas with lights. I want to make a live (plant) topiery ... A: Simply fill the forms with live sheet moss (available at your wholesaler or through your florist by ... | |
| Using Arum Lilies and Peacock Feathers | 1/7/2008 |
| Q: I would like to use Arum Lilies and Peacock Feathers in my arrangements for my centrepieces for my ... A: Given the length of the feathers, it isn't practicle to use them in a traditional way. It would be ... | |
| rustic birch poles | 12/31/2007 |
| Q: I am looking for white birch trees to face the wall of a bar and am having so much difficulty. I ... A: Without knowing where you live, it's tough... but I can tell you that East Coast Floral Supply Co. ... | |
| floral | 12/19/2007 |
| Q: ive just started to do floral arrangements at home . is there anyone who sells to the public on the ... A: Sure Linda, there are lots of vendors. Simply do a Google search on floral supply to see who's in ... | |
| Roses | 12/15/2007 |
| Q: Help! I am getting married on 28th december doing my own flowers. I have just learned that ... A: First of all, try to find another supplier. I have never heard of anyone only delivering every six ... | |
| floral color and type of flower | 11/25/2007 |
| Q: I need your help. I want to know what type of flowers and floral colors would go well with a gold, ... A: Ivory: Ivory Roses, Casablanca Lily, White Delphinium, White Hypericum Berry, white tulip, Celosia, ... | |
| floral color and type of flower | 11/21/2007 |
| Q: I need your help. I want to know what type of flowers and floral colors would go well with a gold, ... A: Types of flowers are difficult, as I don't know what look you are trying for... that being said; in ... | |
| Grave Blanket | 11/18/2007 |
| Q: I see that you have answered this question twice, but could you please tell me if you think that ... A: Yes, the oasis will help. No question about it. Remember, too... with your Christmas tree as well ... | |
| Grave blanket | 11/8/2007 |
| Q: I want to make a grave blanket i had never heard of one before untill a soldier here passed, I had ... A: If you wanted to screen the blanket, you could use flexible plastic fencing with a half inch grid. ... | |
| faux pumpkin and silk flower arrangement | 11/7/2007 |
| Q: I am making these centerpieces for our covered dish dinner at school and I am having trouble getting ... A: If I am understanding you correctly, it sounds as if the floral foam is being kicked out of the ... | |
| Gardenias for wedding bouquets | 11/3/2007 |
| Q: I am doing a small wedding bouquet for my girlsfriend wedding. Could you please advise me on how to ... A: I absolutely love helping people with bouquets! Congratulations to your friend and kudos to you for ... | |
| pricing | 10/31/2007 |
| Q: Gina...I am thinking of starting up in my home...any suggestions on what would be best....just doing ... A: Congratulations on your new venture! When I did special occasion florals as the main part of my ... | |
| manchanics of flat grave blankets | 10/25/2007 |
| Q: I WOULD LIKE TO MAKE MY OWN LAYING ON THE GROUND GRAVE BLANKETS. I HAVE SEEN SOME THE FORM WAS ... A: If I were to do a grave blanket, I would avoid wood due to the impractibility and weight in ... | |
| wilting funeral spray | 10/20/2007 |
| Q: Gina..I am excited to find your website...I am very interested as to how I can improve my designer ... A: Windy, I am sorry about your grandfather. I believe what happened was the oasis dried out. Oasis ... | |
| Making casket Spray | 10/20/2007 |
| Q: I want to make a casket spray for a funeral and I have never done it before. This was a very ... A: I am sorry I just received this today, or I would have answered sooner. My condolences to you. To ... | |
| Church/Chapel Arrangements | 10/16/2007 |
| Q: I have been appointed the head of the Art and Environment committee at my school, which means that I ... A: Using your church's tax id, first find a wholesaler in your area where you can purchase Oasis foam, ... | |
| Drying Calla Lilies | 10/10/2007 |
| Q: I received a boquet of calla lilies from my boyfriend and i absolutely love them. I was wondering ... A: I am afraid that Callas are one of the most difficult flowers to preserve successfully. The only ... | |
| calla lilies | 10/9/2007 |
| Q: How to insert calla lilles in wet foam bouquet holder without breaking the stems? A: You want to wire and tape the stems first. Take floral wire, inset through the stem about 1/8th of ... | |
| St Patrick's Day colorful arrangements | 10/6/2007 |
| Q: Our annual school fundraiser is close to St Patrick's Day. Trying to keep close to the Catholic ... A: I'd love to see the vases, that would help a lot! Blue is a tough color. There isn't much to work ... | |
| exotic flower | 9/21/2007 |
| Q: Please can you identify these beautiful flowers? Photographed in Catifornia? We don't see many in ... A: I'd be happy to! That's a Canna. It's a lovely plant used seasonly for gardeners here in New York, ... | |
| flowers | 9/13/2007 |
| Q: i am currently studying floristry and need to find information of different flowers and foilage can ... A: Congratulations on your new endeavors, I wish you much luck. In answering your question, I think ... | |
| Eiffel Tower Vase | 9/8/2007 |
| Q: I'm planning to do half high floral centerpieces and low centerpieces. My problem is that I can't ... A: Angelus, I hope you were able to come up with the concepts you were looking for. If I may provide ... | |
| saddle arrangements | 9/7/2007 |
| Q: My dear aunt just passed away suddenly and she was the one who made all the saddles for our deceased ... A: Susan, I wanted to check back with you and see if I could be of further assistance. Again, my ... | |
| wedding bouquets | 9/2/2007 |
| Q: Is there a website that I can go to that has many pictures of bouquets with tulips for a wedding? A: Websites including Martha Stewarts have galleries where you'll have access to photos. As it ... | |
| flower arrangements | 8/31/2007 |
| Q: my friend is doing the flowers for her son's wedding because they have a very small budget. The ... A: First thing you should know is that those vases should be weighted to keep them balanced and ... | |
| grapevine garland | 8/30/2007 |
| Q: I am trying to decorate the tops of my kitchen cabinets with grapevine garland and red berries. The ... A: Without knowing if you are using natural or artificial vine, it's hard for me to say. If it's ... | |
| calla lillies tubers | 8/30/2007 |
| Q: can they be put in pots and kept growing in doors when frost arrive? A: As with most tubers, bulbs and rhizomes, you can winter over Callas by taking them out of the soil ... | |
| best vases | 8/26/2007 |
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Floral Arrangements
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Gina Samarotto. asla, apld
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I am a former National Garden Accredited Judge of Design and Horticulture and ran a design business for many years. I am a certified Master Gardener, American Society of Landscape Architects and Association of Professional Landscape Designers accredited and have worked for more than ten years as a professional designer. My work has appeared in Better Homes and Gardens Magazine as well as other publications. I am the recipient of more than two dozen design awards. I will happily accept floral, horticultural, interior design and garden design questions.
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ALSA, APLD, NYS Certified Master Gardener, NGC Retired Judge
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