Tips and tricks for floral displays and displaying plants

General tips & tricks

Placement - Any type of plant or floral arrangements arranged in front of mirrors gives an added wow factor
Position – Make sure floral displays are at the right height
Lighting – Lighting affects how people look at plants. Too bright or too low level lighting will spoil the visual effect

Avoid - positioning plants or flowers behind pillars, high or large objects
Safety - If children are to be included in the event check with your hire company as to the safety of the plants or flowers for your event. Some plants are highly toxic

Tips to help you get the best out of your floral arrangements.

Flower types - Not all cut flowers last for the same length of time, check with your event florist to see if your choice of cut flower is appropriate
Avoid – Placing floral arrangements where people will come into physical contact with them. Lilies are a classic example - the pollen will instantly stain any clothing that comes into contact with the anthers. To remove the stain do not rub this will cause the pollen to become more ingrained! Get some tape and dab it gently against the pollen repeatedly until all the pollen has gone

Cut Flower Arrangements - Aftercare

Assuming the arrangements have to last for more than one day, try the following tips

Fresh water - Add fresh water every day to vases for long lasting displays
Feeding - To feed cut flowers add a spoonful of sugar or commercial flower food the results are the same
Storing cut flowers - Extend the lifetime of floral displays by putting them in a cold or cool room overnight
Heat, sunlight and draughts – Avoid placing floral arrangements near anything that produces heat, sunlight and draughts
Clear water - Add a few drops of household bleach to the flower water to prevent gunk (caused by bacteria) from building up