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July | 2023
"In addition, choosing containers
and design mechanics that provide
abundant sources of water is
crucial," Pickner continues. "And, of
course, processing, conditioning and
hydrating flowers properly before
designing with them is also critical
to ensuring success. Be sure that
all flowers have been 'hardened off '
in a floral cooler for a minimum of
24 hours before starting a project.
When a client insists on having cut
Hydrangea outside in hot weather,
I will warn her of the risks and then
recommend using high-quality
permanent blooms instead. Even if
it is cooler in your area and using
fresh Hydrangea is an option, I
recommend submerging already-
well-hydrated blooms in room-
temperature water for at least an
hour before designing with them."
If you are concerned about flowers
wilting, how you place them into the
design is important, too. For instance,
in an arch, flower chandelier or other
type of large installation, arrange
the flowers to hang downward. In
addition, lightly spray all blooms
several times with either an exterior-
coating finishing spray such as
I recommend submerging
already-well-hydrated
Hydrangea blooms in
room-temperature water
for at least an hour before
designing with them."
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Rodrigo "Varito" Vásquez, AIFD, CFD, FSMD, FPCF
Rodrigo "Varito" Vásquez, AIFD, CFD, FSMD, FPCF
