Floral design

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Salix discolor used in a decorative arrangement outside a hotel in Boston, Massachusetts.

Floral design is the art of using plant materials and flowers to create a pleasing and balanced composition. Evidence of refined floristry is found as far back as the culture of Ancient Egypt.

There are many styles of floral design. Ikebana is an Oriental style of floral design and features simplicity and purity of lines and colors. In contrast, European style emphasizes color and variety in mass gatherings of multiple flowers.

In additional to flower arrangements, the art of floral design includes making wreaths, nosegays, garlands, boutonnieres, corsages, and bows.

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[edit] Floral Design Schools

With the ever-growing interest in the natural world and flowers, the floral industry continues to grow. The need for good schools or academies to provide training in floristry and floral design has also increased. Many institutes have risen to meet the demand and provide quality education and training in floral design.

[edit] Floral Design Promoting Associations

Various associations across the world promote floral design through workshops, conferences, flower shows and seminars.

[edit] See also

[edit] Floral Design Types

[edit] Some notable floral designers

[edit] Related disciplines

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