Texas FFA Floriculture 101-150

What do you NOT do when flowers arrive from the wholesaler?

• Inspect for damage, overheating, and decay

• Mix preservative at recommended rate in 40-50 degree F water

• Groom, remove damaged flowers or foliage

• Wash buckets with bleach or special floral cleaner

When planning for a wedding, there are basic considerations that the florist must address in order to properly assist the bride for this important occasion. Which, if any of the items below are NOT one of these factors?

• Formality of wedding

• Time of year

• Location of wedding

• Method of payment

A flowering pot marketed throughout the year is:

• Chrysanthemum

• Geranium

• Easter Lily

• Poinsettia

A hue with white added is:

• Accent

• Tint

• Chroma

• Tone

A _____________ is a floral piece commonly displayed at funerals

• Corsage

• Standing spray

• Frame

• Boutonniere

Gloxinia and African violet are members of the plant family:

• Caryophyllacea

• Gesneriaceae

• Asteraceae

• Fabaceae

Abnormally streaked or striped flower petals are a symptom of 'flower breaking'. This problem is common tulips, lilies and gladiolus and is caused by:

• Thrips

• Aphids

• Viruses

• Fungi

To properly water indoor plants, consider:

• The size of the plant

• The type of plant

• All of the above

• Where the plant is growing

The most common stem support mechanic used by florists in fresh cut flower arrangements is:

• Dry foam

• Chicken wire

• Needlepoint holder

• Floral foam

_______ is the method of placing materials closely together at the base of the design so that individual components are indistinguishable.

• Paving

• Clustering

• Tufting

• Grouping