A vase arrangement of Tulips

Floristry, flower arranging, floral arrangement, floral design or floral arts is the art of creating flower arrangements in vases, bowls and baskets, or making bouquets and compositions from cut flowers, foliage, herbs, ornamental grasses and other botanical materials. Often the terms "floral design" and "floristry" are considered synonymous. Florists are people who work with flowers and plants, generally at the retail level. The term is not to be confused with floristics. Floristry is also not to be confused with horticulture. Image File history File links No higher resolution available. ... Image File history File links No higher resolution available. ... The Bath, a painting by Mary Cassatt (1844-1926). ... Bouquet can refer to: An arrangement of cut flowers - see nosegay. ... A Phalaenopsis flower Rudbeckia fulgida A flower, (<Old French flo(u)r<Latin florem<flos), also known as a bloom or blossom, is the reproductive structure found in flowering plants (plants of the division Magnoliophyta, also called angiosperms). ... “Foliage” redirects here. ... Herbs: basil Herbs (IPA: hə()b, or əb; see pronunciation differences) are plants grown for any purpose other than food, wood or beauty. ... Natural vegetation dominated by grasses Grass is a common word that generally describes a monocotyledonous green plant in the family Poaceae. ... Botany is the scientific study of plant life. ... Drawing of a self-service store. ... Floristics (from flora) is a subdomain of botany and biogeography that studies distribution and relationships of plant species over geographic areas. ... Concern has been expressed that this article or section is missing information about: horticulture as used in anthropology, a label for agriculture as used in small-scale societies. ...

Floristry is sometimes used as an umbrella term referring to the cultivation of flowers as well as their arrangement, rather than solely to the business of selling them. However, the floral industry is the basic drive behind floristry. Florist shops, along with online stores are the main flower-only outlets, but supermarkets, garden supply stores and many filling stations also sell flowers. A Phalaenopsis flower Rudbeckia fulgida A flower, (<Old French flo(u)r<Latin florem<flos), also known as a bloom or blossom, is the reproductive structure found in flowering plants (plants of the division Magnoliophyta, also called angiosperms). ... An online shop, Internet shop, web shop or online store evokes the physical analogy of buying products or services at a bricks-and-mortar retailer or in a shopping mall. ... Exterior of a typical British supermarket (a Tesco Extra) Exterior of typical North American supermarket (a Safeway) This Flagship Randalls store in Houston, Texas is an example of an upscale supermarket. ... A garden centre is a type of shop that sell products related to Gardens such as plants, compost, statues, fertilizers and garden ornaments. ... This article or section does not cite any references or sources. ...

The Craft and Business

The craft of floristry involves various skills. These include selecting flowers that will look good together (based on principles of design or general instinct), knowing how to cut, treat, and arrange flowers and other stock plants so they will remain fresh as long as possible, and (as explained above) selling them, which involves knowledge of customer requirements and expectations. Knowing how to form wreaths, bouquets, corsages, boutonnieres, artificial arrangements and other more complicated arrangements is also important. Wreaths can be made out of many different types of flowers and plants, and often include ribbon and artificial product. All Saints Chapel in the Cathedral Basilica of St. ... A wreath is a ring made of flowers, leaves, and sometimes fruits, used as an ornament, hanging on a wall or door, or resting on a table. ... Bouquet can refer to: An arrangement of cut flowers - see nosegay. ... Corsage may refer to one of the following. ... A boutonnière, also butt hole (British English), is a flower or floral decoration which was traditionally pushed through the butt hole of a jacket, but in modern times is most often pinned onto a gentleman’s butt hole. ... Artificial Flowers and imitations of natural flowers are sometimes made for scientific purposes (as the collection of glass flowers at Harvard University, which illustrates the flora of the United States), but more often as articles of decoration and ornament. ...

The flowers sold in florist shops typically represent the varieties abundantly available in the season but also include blossoms flown in from around the world. Basic varieties include roses, tulips, irises, orchids and lilies. Fashion sometimes plays a role in floristry; what is considered the flower that everyone needs to have today can change very quickly. Species Between 100 and 150, see list Wikimedia Commons has media related to: Rosa A rose is a flowering shrub of the genus Rosa, and the flower of this shrub. ... Species See text Tulip (Tulipa) is a genus of about 100 species of flowering plants in the family Liliaceae. ... Species See text Iris is a genus of between 200-300 species of flowering plants with showy flowers which takes its name from the Greek word for a rainbow, referring to the wide variety of flower colors found among the many species. ... Orchid re-directs here; for alternate uses see Orchid (disambiguation) Genera Over 800 See List of Orchidaceae genera. ... Species Lilium bulbiferum - Orange lily Lilium canadense - Canada lily Lilium candidum - Madonna lily Lilium humboldtii - Humboldts lily Lilium lancifolium - Tiger lily and about 100 more species The showy and large flowered plants of the genus Lilium are the true lily plants. ...

Some shops also stock Gift Baskets, fruit, and chocolates as well as flowers, where as some shops will purchase these things only when needed for an order. Floral business is seasonal and is heavily influenced by the following holidays and events: Christmas, Valentine's Day, Administrative Professionals' Day, Mothers' Day, All Souls Day, Advent, Easter, weddings and funerals.^[1] These occasions make up the largest part of the business, with the sale of house plants and home decor being a smaller, but more constant, part. Flowers for personal enjoyment as well as those selected to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, thank-you's and get well wishes are also a significant portion of a florist's business. This article does not cite any references or sources. ... For other uses, see Fruit (disambiguation). ... Chocolate most commonly comes in dark, milk, and white varieties, with cocoa solids contributing to the brown coloration. ... Christmas is an annual holiday that marks the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. ... Saint Valentines Day or Valentines Day is on February 14. ... Administrative Professionals Day formerly known as Secretaries Day is an unofficial secular holiday observed on the third or fourth Wednesday of April (i. ... A celebratory cookie. ... All Souls Day by William Bouguereau All Souls Day (formally, Commemoratio omnium Fidelium Defunctorum or Commemoration of all the Faithful Departed), also called Defuncts Day in Mexico and Belgium, is the day set apart for the commemoration of the faithful departed. ... Advent (from the Latin Adventus, implicitly coupled with Redemptoris, the coming of the Saviour) is a holy season of the Christian church, the period of expectant waiting and preparation for the celebration of the Nativity of Christ, also known as the season of Christmas. ... Easter, the Sunday of the Resurrection, Pascha, or Resurrection Day, is the most important religious feast of the Christian liturgical year, observed at some point between late March and late April each year (early April to early May in Eastern Christianity), following the cycle of the moon. ... Nuptial is the adjective of wedding. It is used for example in zoology to denote plumage, coloration, behavior, etc related to or occurring in the mating season. ... This article or section does not cite any references or sources. ... A houseplant is a plant that one grows in a dwelling, such as a house or office. ... Interior decoration is the art of decorating a room so it looks good, is easy to use, and functions well with the existing architecture. ... A childs first birthday party. ... An anniversary (from the Latin anniversarius, from the words for year and to turn, meaning (re)turning yearly; known in English since c. ...

Styles of Floristry

Many nations have their own style of floral arranging.

Ikebana

Ikebana is a Japanese style of floral design, noted for its simplicity and purity of lines and colors. Often Ikebana designs feature sticks and branches such as willow. Ikebana arrangement A Japanese hanging scroll (kakemono) and Ikebana Ikebana , flower arrangement) is the Japanese art of flower arrangement, also known as kadō , flower arrangement) — the way of flowers. In contrast to the decorative form of flower arranging in western countries, Japanese flower arrangement creates a harmony of linear construction... Species About 350, including: Salix acutifolia - Violet Willow Salix alaxensis - Alaska Willow Salix alba - White Willow Salix alpina - Alpine Willow Salix amygdaloides - Peachleaf Willow Salix arbuscula - Mountain Willow Salix arbusculoides - Littletree Willow Salix arctica - Arctic Willow Salix atrocinerea Salix aurita - Eared Willow Salix babylonica - Peking Willow Salix bakko Salix barrattiana...

English Country Garden

English Country Garden is traditionally an English form of designing, but also includes many popular European influences, such as France and Holland. These designs are often done as low mounds, or taller vase arrangements that are all-sided (360°). Many florists that follow this design style do not use Baby's Breath, Carnations and Leatherleaf. Motto (French) God and my right Anthem God Save the King (Queen) England() – on the European continent() – in the United Kingdom() Capital (and largest city) London (de facto) Official languages English (de facto) Unified  -  by Athelstan 967 AD  Area  -  Total 130,395 km²  50,346 sq mi  Population  -  2007 estimate... A European is primarily a person who was born into one of the countries within the continent of Europe. ... Holland is a region in the central-western part of the Netherlands with a population of 16,491,461 million people. ... This article needs to be wikified. ... Binomial name Dianthus caryophyllus L. The Carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus) is a flowering plant native to the Near East and has been cultivated for the last 2,000 years. ... Binomial name Chamaedaphne calyculata (L.) Moench The Leather leaf (Chamaedaphne calyculata) is a shrub in the plant family Ericaceae and the only species in the genus Chamaedaphne. ...

High Style

High Style is a form of design originating from the United States. These designs often include a 'less is more' motto. Flowers that are popular among High Style Florists include many tropical flowers such as Birds of Paradise and Anthuriums, and also more popular flowers such as Carnations. For the flowering plant of this name, see Strelitzia Genera Cicinnurus Diphyllodes Epimachus Lophorina Manucodia Paradisaea Parotia Ptiloris Seleucidis Lesser Bird of Paradise Paradisaea minor (c)Roderick Eime The birds of paradise are members of the family Paradisaeidae of the order Passeriformes, found in Oceania. ... Species See List of species Anthurium Schott 1829, is a large neotropical genus of about 600- 800 (possibly 1,000) species, belonging to the arum family (Araceae). ... Binomial name Dianthus caryophyllus L. The Carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus) is a flowering plant native to the Near East and has been cultivated for the last 2,000 years. ...

The Flower Market/Auction

A basic requirement of florist shops is the purchasing of flowers to replenish their stock. The flower market, like other agriculture markets, is subject to many fluctuations due to natural factors, supply and demand, and fashion. Learning how to buy in such a way as to continue to make a profit is not a simple skill. In North America, the largest and most prominent^[2] flower auction is the UFG (United Flower Growers), located in Burnaby, BC, Canada. There are many flower auctions and markets located in Holland, for example, VBA (Bloemenveiling Aalsmeer). The supply and demand model describes how prices vary as a result of a balance between product availability at each price (supply) and the desires of those with purchasing power at each price (demand). ... Fashion illustration by George Barbier of a gown by Jeanne Paquin, 1912, from La Gazette du bon ton, the most influential fashion magazine of its era. ... This article or section does not cite any references or sources. ... World map showing North America A satellite composite image of North America. ... Aerial view of Metrotown and central Burnaby from the south, with Burrard Inlet and North Vancouver beyond. ... Motto: Splendor Sine Occasu (Latin: Splendour without diminishment) Capital Victoria Largest city Vancouver Official languages English Government - Lieutenant-Governor Iona Campagnolo - Premier Gordon Campbell (BC Liberal) Federal representation in Canadian Parliament - House seats 36 - Senate seats 6 Confederation July 20, 1871 (6th province) Area Ranked 4th - Total 944,735 km... Holland is a region in the central-western part of the Netherlands with a population of 16,491,461 million people. ...

Shop Layout

Generally, a florist's shop will contain a large array of flowers, sometimes displayed on the street, or will have a large plate glass window to display the flowers. To keep them fresh, the flowers will be inside of a fridge and kept in water, generally in glass, plastic or metal vases, sleeves, or other containers. Most shops have a fridge near the front of the store with large glass doors so that customers can easily view the contents. Some shops also have another fridge out of the customers view where they keep extra stock, and arrangements for customers orders. Most stores will have a back section in which the designers can work on orders with more privacy. “Freezer” redirects here. ... Chinese vase A vase with a sunflower pattern A modern designed vase The vase is an open container, often used to hold cut flowers. ... Designer is a broad term for a person who designs any of a variety of things. ...

Significance of particular flowers

Typically, a florist will organize flowers by season and holiday.

A name tribute ("MUM") at a funeral in England, made with Chrysanthemums

Flowers have various different meanings in different cultures. The holidays and events for which flowers are used vary. Poppies are used to remember fallen soldiers only in England and the Commonwealth countries. The cultural meaning of colors also strongly affects the choice and use of flowers. People often prefer flowers that are associated with their ethnic group or country, and various colors may have special meanings of luck or death or love or other basic human traits. A flower such as a red rose might to some mean love, but to others it might be considered indecent or simply puzzling. The vastly divergent views on the color white can lead to major flower issues. White is viewed as standing for death in many Asian cultures but is considered a symbol of purity and innocence in many European and American cultures. Such differences can lead to difficult issues when a bouquet of white lilies, for example, is delivered. Download high resolution version (1500x1092, 481 KB) A name tribute (MUM) at a funeral in Haycombe Cemetery, Bath, England. ... Download high resolution version (1500x1092, 481 KB) A name tribute (MUM) at a funeral in Haycombe Cemetery, Bath, England. ... A wild field of poppies, West Azarbaijan Province, Iran A poppy is any of a number of showy flowers, born one per stem, belonging to the poppy family. ... “Good luck” redirects here. ... This article or section does not adequately cite its references or sources. ... Love is any of a number of emotions and experiences related to a sense of strong affection or profound oneness. ... A white rose. ... World map showing the location of Asia. ... A European is primarily a person who was born into one of the countries within the continent of Europe. ...

World Wide Web

The World Wide Web has had a significant impact on traditional florists, with the North American market experiencing a more than 20% decline in traditional, independently owned flower shops since 1998. Purchases from shops are slowly being overtaken by online flower delivery ordering and floral wire services. However, some independent florists have taken to having their own online store, where customers can order online instead of the telephone, which is most the common means of receiving orders. WWWs historical logo designed by Robert Cailliau The World Wide Web (or the Web) is a system of interlinked, hypertext documents accessed via the Internet. ... Online flower delivery services are websites that allow you to place floral and allied gifting orders by browsing an online catalogue. ...

See also

• Cut flower industry, the cultivation of flowers for use in floristry.
• Ikebana
• Korean flower arrangement
• Language of flowers
• Black Canary, a DC Comics superheroine who works as a florist by day.

Floriculture is a discipline of horticulture concerned with the cultivation of flowering and ornamental plants for gardens and for floristry. ... Ikebana arrangement A Japanese hanging scroll (kakemono) and Ikebana Ikebana , flower arrangement) is the Japanese art of flower arrangement, also known as kadō , flower arrangement) — the way of flowers. In contrast to the decorative form of flower arranging in western countries, Japanese flower arrangement creates a harmony of linear construction... Korean flower arrangement is being revived as an indoor art, and most often uses simple Joseon dynasty whiteware to highlight various kinds of Korean flowers and tree branches in elegant but unforced natural arrangements. ... Purple lilac, symbolizing first emotions of love in the language of flowers. ... Black Canary is a fictional character, a DC Comics superheroine. ... DC Comics is one of the largest American companies in comic book and related media publishing. ... A superhero is a fictional character who is noted for feats of courage and nobility and who usually has a colorful name and costume and abilities beyond those of normal human beings. ...

External links

• Choosing a Florist
• Floral Design Schools
• Florists Associations
• The Flower Industry - How the industry operates

References

1. ^ This list of primary floral events is from Teagasc – Advisory – Factsheet 29: Floristry, Irish Agriculture and Food Development Authority, page reviewed on August 30, 2005
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