Floral Techniques
For most fresh arrangements, the biggest techniques would involve using either a floral foam or a vase that allows the stems to support the weight of the arrangement. Many times, fresh flowers are "handtied" in the designer's hands to artfully place each bloom, and then set down into a vase. Floral foam allows the stems to be inserted and given extra height and stability. This allows the flowers to be placed easier into the container and helps shape the overall design of the arrangement.
Silk (or permanent) flowers tend to be arranged in a special styrofoam base that holds the heavy stems in place and provides a superb stability. There are many botanically correct silk flowers available today, as well as more unusual exotic flowers that are very hard to distinguish from fresh. This allows many of our clients to have the feel of fresh flowers, but to enjoy them for many years.

Fresh flower care
By knowing the proper care of your fresh flowers, you can continue to enjoy them longer, and extend the vase life much more than you would expect. Keep your flowers cool and out of direct sun. Add water everyday, and if they are in a vase, be sure to change the water when it appears cloudy or discolored. Fresh, clean water is a must for long vase life! Recut the stems if they are in a vase to encourage water intake.

Interior Accents
Finding the perfect arrangement to compliment your home interior can be a very rewarding completion to your home's interior. We can accent any style of home, tying together the feel, color and tone of any room. Whether a permanent silk or a long lasting fresh arrangement for a special occasion, a floral arrangement will bring life and a special touch to any room!

Colors and Balance
Colors and a harmonious balance of botanicals will bring together any style of room. Try contrasting colors, or blending the same tones of colors for a unique addition to your personal space.

Permanent flower care
Avoid setting your silk flowers in direct sun, as this will eventually cause discoloration. If the flowers begin to get dusty, just wipe down with a slightly damp paper towel. There are several excellent silk flower cleaners that work well, but be sure to test a small section of the bloom since occasionally they will discolor. Try giving your silks a facelift! Many of our clients will bring back a silk arrangement to
be "reworked" by using the same flowers, but just made into another style. This is a great way to get added life out of the arrangement and enjoy throughout the seasons.