Floral Arrangement Principles

What is floral arrangement?

• The art of selecting and organizing flowers and foliage

• The art of painting flowers

• The art of arranging furniture

• The art of cooking with flowers

What is the purpose of conditioning plant materials?

• To allow the cut plant material to absorb as much water as possible

• To dry out the plant material

• To make the plant material wilt

• To prevent the plant material from absorbing water

What is the recommended way to cut flower stems?

• On a slant to enable flowers to absorb more water

• Straight across

• At a 90-degree angle

• With a serrated knife

What is the purpose of using floral foam in arrangements?

• To hold stems in place and supply water to the flowers

• To add fragrance to the arrangement

• To add color to the arrangement

• To create a barrier between the flowers and the container

What is the primary foundation of design in floral arrangements?

• Line

• Color

• Texture

• Form

What is the difference between symmetrical and asymmetrical balance?

• Symmetrical balance is mirror image on both sides, while asymmetrical balance is different on each side

• Symmetrical balance is different on each side, while asymmetrical balance is mirror image on both sides

• Symmetrical balance is only used in mass arrangements, while asymmetrical balance is used in line arrangements

• Symmetrical balance is used for small arrangements, while asymmetrical balance is used for large arrangements

What is the purpose of a focal point in an arrangement?

• To attract immediate attention and give stability to the arrangement

• To add contrast to the arrangement

• To create rhythm in the arrangement

• To provide balance to the arrangement

What is the attribute of design that expresses congeniality and cooperation?

• Unity

• Expression

• Harmony

• Balance

What is the principle that emphasizes or accentuates the differences between elements?

• Contrast

• Dominance

• Proportion

• Rhythm

What is the importance of proportion in floral arrangements?

• Components should be in good proportion to one another

• Proportion determines the size of the container

• Proportion affects the color of the flowers

• Proportion determines the type of plant material to use