1. How do you use fruit in a flower arrangement?
  2. How do florists keep their flowers fresh?
  3. Can you put lemons in flower arrangements?
  4. What do florists spray on flowers?

How do you use fruit in a flower arrangement?

Tips for Using Fruit in Floral Arrangements

Try to pick fruits that still have a stem so you can use floral wire or floral tape to secure it to the stems in your bouquet. Larger fruits, like pomegranates, sit better towards the center of your bouquet where they're less likely to tip over and fall out.

How do florists keep their flowers fresh?

Every florist has their own secret mixture of flower food. ... Sugar will provide nourishment to the flowers, while acid can keep the pH level low to reduce wilting and help the flowers absorb water better. The most common antibacterial products used for fresh flowers are bleach and spirits, such as vodka or gin.

Can you put lemons in flower arrangements?

Flowers can be arranged with citrus fruit without a barrier, but the vase life will be decreased. Any type of citrus fruit can be used, whole or sliced. Including lemons, limes, and oranges. Cut apples, pears or bananas will brown and should not be used. Fruits like grapes will float in water.

What do florists spray on flowers?

Floral preservative powders, when added to buckets and vases of water, act like food for flowers, and help to keep them strong and healthy. Some florists spray their flowers with floral preservative sprays, which can help to keep the blooms firm and vibrant.