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Flower Arranging

Flower Arranging

Min number of participants 1
Age 8+ yrs.
Safety support by adult Not required
Min duration 30 min.
Cost Low
Environment Indoor / Outdoor

Select, cut, and compose fresh flowers and foliage into arrangements using techniques from Ikebana, Dutch floral design, or English country style — flower arranging is a tactile creative practice where colour, proportion, and texture combine with the fleeting beauty of living material.

The Essentials

  • Cut stems at an angle underwater to help flowers absorb more water
  • Strip leaves that would sit below the waterline to keep water cleaner longer
  • Build arrangements with a mix of heights and shapes rather than same-length stems
  • Place the largest, focal flowers first, then fill in around them
  • Change the water every two days and re-trim stems to extend freshness
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