Tips and tricks for a perfect flower arrangement

Flowers of all colours and shades are beautiful, there’s no doubt about it. The perfect flower arrangement can truly maximise their aesthetic and potential, adding a loving and comforting touch to your home. However, we also know it isn't easy creating that professional-looking display. For that reason, here is a short guide on how to perfectly arrange your flowers and let the flowers speak for themselves!

Selecting your flowers

It is important to choose flowers that complement each other and create a dynamic burst of colour. Daffodils and tulips are a favoured combination for many florists, as are asters and irises. If you’re unsure about the different types of flowers, you can always stick to colour coordinating the arrangement. If you’re truly looking to maximise your arrangement’s potential, be sure to add in splashes of green to add a rustic and textured feel to your combination.

Choosing the right vase

This is a step that is commonly overlooked but is just as important to unleashing your bouquet’s potential. If you have long-stemmed flowers in your bunch, such as sunflowers or roses, a column vase may be the best option. Its slender build will complement the flowers well by creating a sleek finish that creates an elongating effect. Alternatively, if you have shorter-stemmed flowers, you may be better opting for an hourglass vase.

Cut your flowers correctly

For the perfect flower arrangement, you must keep your flowers in healthy condition. First, make sure to cut off leaves that will sit below the water level of the vase. It is always advisable to cut the stems a tad longer than needed to fit into the vase, and always cut at an angle. This will increase the amount of water that the flowers can retain, which will keep them thriving for longer. Once this is done, add water to the vase.

Arrange your flowers

There is no set way to perfectly arrange your flowers as, quite simply, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. However, a common trick used by us florists is to add the largest flowers to the vase first around the perimeter. This will give structure to your arrangement and a level of symmetry. After this, start layering in other types of flowers, keeping an eye on form and shape. Greenery is usually the last component to be added and operates as the perfect finishing touch!

With this complete guide to flower arranging, there is no excuse to not have your home filled with vibrancy! Contact us at Memento Flowers in London to receive next-day flower delivery to quickly get to work on creating that perfect flower arrangement.