CFD Event & Wedding Floral Design Flashcards

What is the main function of a floral garland used in event decoration?

Answer: To line or drape along staircases, mantles, arches, and tables

Garlands are long, flexible strands of flowers and greenery used to adorn staircases, arches, table edges, and mantles.

Which technique best keeps flowers fresh during a long outdoor summer wedding ceremony?

Answer: Using water tubes or aqua picks on individual stems

Water tubes or aqua picks provide individual stems with a water reservoir, keeping flowers hydrated throughout a long outdoor event.

What is the correct term for flowers arranged along the length of a dining table in a low, elongated style?

Answer: Table runner arrangement

A table runner arrangement is a long, low floral design that runs the length of a dining table without obstructing sightlines.

Which factor is most critical when selecting flowers for an outdoor summer wedding in a hot US climate?

Answer: Heat tolerance and durability of the blooms

In hot outdoor conditions, choosing heat-tolerant blooms like orchids, succulents, or zinnias prevents wilting during the ceremony.

What is an arch arrangement in wedding floristry?

Answer: Floral decorations adorning a freestanding arch structure that frames the couple during the ceremony

An arch arrangement decorates a freestanding or structural arch, creating a floral frame behind the couple during the ceremony.

What is the purpose of a flower crown worn by bridesmaids or flower girls?

Answer: To serve as a decorative head accessory that complements the floral theme

Flower crowns serve as a decorative head accessory that ties into the overall floral design theme of the wedding party.