Flower Arranging Made Easy

With the proper equipment you can create instant flower arrangements.

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A Frog's Holes Each Support One Stem
Photography Jean Allsopp

A Frog's Holes Each Support One Stem

Florist foam allows the greatest latitude when arranging, but not all flowers flourish in this material. Choose sturdy-stemmed options, such as alstroemerias, for a long-lasting arrangement.

Making bouquets doesn't have to be complicated. It's easy when you have a few good tools on hand. These devices, called mechanics, hold stems in place so you can position flowers without frustration. Here's what each one does.


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