Thank you for sharing so much information. Knowing when to cut flowers and how to condition them is the real magic in bouquet making. There is so much to learn and you really know how to make it all look easy and very logical. Beautiful results too! A real treat for the eyes. I can’t wait to get back out in my garden. ❤
I'm facing my first wedding as a flower farmer just next month. I've had alot of knowledge gleaned from your videos. This one was great. Keep up the good work!
You are so welcome, I’m enjoying being able to share here with CZcams, it’s a great fit for me and wish I’d discovered this platform sooner after struggling along on Instagram for so long!
Ooh perfect! For that type of bouquet, keep your binding point up higher than I did in this video. You want to work shorter and tighter for a bridal/prom bouquet. I love the prom bouquet trend! I wish it’d happen around my area!
To an extent, for sure, you could try! Just keep in mind that ranunculus go dormant when it gets too warm. Just from a quick Google search: the optimal temperatures for ranunculus are 1.5-10C (35-50F) at night and 15-24C (60-75F) in the day.
Thanks for all of your replies! I meant inside after they had been cut much like a flower accidentally blows open in your car. I appreciate your channel so much!
Ooh gotcha, I wasn’t sure, thought maybe you were thinking to do what I did with the lilac in my hoophouse 😄. If they are already cut, yes I would basically put them somewhere warm to open and once they are at the stage you want for the bouquets put them back into cold storage to hold them at that stage. So I would do that at least a few days before you need them so they have time to open :)
Thank you so much! So fabulous to listen and watch you working with these flowers. I am sure I have said this before, but your work is mezmermising and I love it!
Another great video! 👏🏻 thank you! What a beautiful bouquet 😍💐 every time I harvest lilac it wilts on me 😩 but I’ll give it another go,maybe not enough flowers were open on the stem 🤔🌸xx
Stunning! And thank you for introducing me to leucojum. What a delightful addition to a spring bouquet. Can I ask how much you charge for large bouquet like this one? Lucky customer!
I haven’t yet acquired any Cotinus; but I would gladly use them, such a stunning cut especially for fall. I would recommend using Quick Dip for those 🙂
Hi, I just found your channel. Wonderful. Subscribed. Would you know if there are any flowers that they recommend not to use quick dip? Also, have you heard that zinnias, glads and sunflowers do not like flower food? Thanks
Thank you for such an incredibly thorough and informative video! You definitely have a knack for teaching and are very knowledgeable! I'm curious about the daffodils in the bouquet when you make the final cut -- I imagine they leak the sap again... is that not as worrisome since they've already leaked out a bit during the conditioning phase? Also, is the problem with the sap because they make the water "dirty" or do they impact the other flowers, or something else?
Yes such a great question, Amanda. If you watch my video on daffodils I get into detail on this there; and in that video I mention that to be absolutely safe, you can try to cut and condition your daffs at their final length so that you don’t need up retrimming. In this bouquet, I’m avoiding recutting the daffs as best I can. That being said, there are many sources that suggest that the second or subsequent cuts after conditioning don’t cause the slime/sap to start flowing again. So while I do avoid it as much as I can to be safe, I am less concerned about it once they’ve had their initial conditioning. Additionally, some of the flower food products out there are formulated to deal with the slime which eliminates the need for concern, and in this case, I was Quick Dipping the entire bouquet immediately after cutting it and then holding it in flower food. To answer your last question, alkaloids in the slime are harmful to tulips and roses; beyond that, yes, it’s the slime itself they clogs the stems of other flowers preventing them from staying hydrating.
@@floristsonfarms Thank you for your incredibly detailed response. You are so very helpful! I look forward to watching the video on daffodils. Also, I had no idea how complicated flower farming & arranging would be! I was a vegetable grower and that seems much easier to me now! ;)
I think when we are dealing with SO many different flowers, it gets more complex! But it doesn’t have to be this way, mastering a few easy going and productive crops is very rewarding!
Is there a special treatment one can do at this point (when you level off the stems) so the freshly cut daffodils don't shorten the life of that gorgeous bouquet?
Hi, great question and I didn’t go into detail in this video because I talk a lot about this in my daffodil video. There is contradictory information out there about whether subsequent cuts after the initial conditioning is going to rerelease the sap. I am of the mind that it doesn’t tend to; but I think that is up to everyone to decide for themselves. To err on the side of caution with my bouquets, I avoid retrimming those stems as much as possible, so conditioning them at their final height is ideal for me. I know it doesn’t show well in this bouquet, but the longer daffs tend to be floating up higher in the bouquet. Secondly, there are products that solve this problem for us like CVBN tablets and specially formulated flower food. I don’t get into this much in my daffodil video other than a vague mention; but for simplicity or assurance, you may want to go that route. I apologize for not mentioning those final steps in this video, it completely slipped my mind! I keep all of my ready-to-go bouquets in flower food in cold storage and they also leave here with a packet of flower food. 🙂
I have a question about Leucojum: how do you keep the base of the stems from splitting and curling up? I find after conditioning that the base of the stems have curled up so much to look like inverted ionic columns.
I find this happens sometimes with all types of bulbs and I don’t actually know the mystery of why this happens! I’ve never been able to get to the bottom of it.
You trimmed all the stems at the end including daffodils? How does that work with the sap? I've been struggling with this because I want to trim them but instead just keep them whatever height they're at already!
Hi, great question and I didn’t go into detail in this video because I talk a lot about this in my daffodil video. There is contradictory information out there about whether subsequent cuts after the initial conditioning is going to rerelease the sap (or even if it’s safe to mix narcissus with other flowers at all!). I am of the mind that it doesn’t; but I think that is up to everyone to decide for themselves. To err on the side of caution with my bouquets, I avoid retrimming those stems as much as possible, so conditioning them at their final height is ideal for me. I know it doesn’t show well or isn’t explained in this bouquet, but the daffs tend to be floating up higher in the bouquet. Secondly, there are products that solve this problem for us like CVBN tablets and specially formulated flower food. I don’t get into this much in my daffodil video other than a vague mention; but for simplicity or assurance, you may want to go that route and not have to worry about preplanning your stem lengths. I apologize for not mentioning those final steps in this video, it completely slipped my mind! I keep all of my ready-to-go bouquets in flower food in cold storage and they also leave here with a packet of flower food. 🙂
@@floristsonfarms I never knew CVBN and flower food will prevent or neutralize the sap? I always wondered if second cuts released much but could never find anyone confirming it didn't. On another note, please keep making videos! I'm a second year flower farmer selling market style bouquets and you have been a game changer. After some useful tips and beautiful inspirations, I am 10 times prouder of my work so far this year! Thank you for sharing your depths of knowledge and your amazing talent!
I didn’t know it about CVBN either until I spotted it on the manufacturer’s product description! The flower food that I know is formulated to neutralize slime is Chrysal Clear Narcissus. Regarding the second cut, I have found scholarly sources saying both answers to that so that is not super helpful haha. Of my own, when I’ve tested it, there is a slight amount of sap there on the end of the stem; but not a lot, so I do wonder how detrimental it would be. Thanks for your encouragement! I do not plan to stop making videos, i have really been enjoying the way this platform makes it easy for me to share, and hopefully my video quality will continue to improve as I keep going! 😝 I’m so glad I’ve been able to help you, that makes me so happy!
Chrysal Pro 2 is a hydrating and holding solution so it has a bit of a different purpose (a good one to use for all of your flowers after harvesting and before you sell them). I think the equivalent to Floralife QuickDip would be Chrysal EasyDip - I have never tried that one :)
I appreciate how comprehensive this video is. From the selections in the garden to the conditioning to the design. Looking forward to seeing more!
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for your feedback! Looking forward to sharing much more through this growing season!
Just gorgeous! Your bouquet demo was outstanding. Thank you.
Thank you, Wanda, I’m so glad it was helpful for you!
Thank you for sharing so much information. Knowing when to cut flowers and how to condition them is the real magic in bouquet making. There is so much to learn and you really know how to make it all look easy and very logical. Beautiful results too! A real treat for the eyes. I can’t wait to get back out in my garden. ❤
Awe thank you so much! You’re so right, the design component is just a small piece of what goes into making a beautiful bouquet!
You create the most magnificent flower bouquets. Such a joy to watch. Thank you
Thank you so much, I’m so happy that you enjoyed this video!
I'm facing my first wedding as a flower farmer just next month. I've had alot of knowledge gleaned from your videos. This one was great. Keep up the good work!
Awesome, I am glad to hear that! For a bridal bouquet, keep your binding point higher up for a shorter and lighter bouquet 😄
So many great tips and a wealth of information. Thanks for sharing your experience and talents.
You are so welcome, I’m enjoying being able to share here with CZcams, it’s a great fit for me and wish I’d discovered this platform sooner after struggling along on Instagram for so long!
So thoughtful and absolutely lovely!
Thank you so much! 💖
WOW! So beautiful 💐
Thank you so much 😊, glad you enjoyed this one!
Such a beautiful bouquet!!
Thank you Madeleine! Spring flowers are always so lovely and romantic!
Sooooo Stunning, thank you…. You’re creativity and knowledge are so inspiring 😊
Awe thank you!
This is absolutely beautiful! I love your videos!
Thank you! 💖
This is an excellent video 💕
So glad you found it helpful! 🥰
I love this so much! Thank you for the video
Thanks so much!
Your channel is one of my favorites, I love how you teach us harvest stage, time. Can't wait for the hellebore video
That’s wonderful to hear, thank you!
Such a beautiful bouquet !! ❤
Thank you so much! The few lilac stems I managed to get ready really brought this one home!
This is really timely for me. My daughter and her friends want to make prom bouquets
Ooh perfect! For that type of bouquet, keep your binding point up higher than I did in this video. You want to work shorter and tighter for a bridal/prom bouquet. I love the prom bouquet trend! I wish it’d happen around my area!
Do you know if you warm ranunculus if they will force open? I am going to experiment with a few but mine are just a bit early (marshmallow)
To an extent, for sure, you could try! Just keep in mind that ranunculus go dormant when it gets too warm. Just from a quick Google search: the optimal temperatures for ranunculus are 1.5-10C (35-50F) at night and 15-24C (60-75F) in the day.
Thanks for all of your replies! I meant inside after they had been cut much like a flower accidentally blows open in your car. I appreciate your channel so much!
Ooh gotcha, I wasn’t sure, thought maybe you were thinking to do what I did with the lilac in my hoophouse 😄. If they are already cut, yes I would basically put them somewhere warm to open and once they are at the stage you want for the bouquets put them back into cold storage to hold them at that stage. So I would do that at least a few days before you need them so they have time to open :)
such a valuable video :) thanks x
So glad it was helpful to you!
So beautiful Marie!! Thanks so much for sharing 🙏 I had to pause multiple times to note perennials I need! Still can’t get a spiral bouquet🤣🤦♀️
Awe if you’re ever in my area I can give you a hands on lesson! It takes some practice until it starts to feel natural!
♥️♥️♥️
😘
Thoroughly enjoyed ‘the ride’ and all the info you shared. Once again, your creativity shines through 😊, beautiful bouquet!
Awe thanks Connie! Happy flowering!
Thanks!
Awe thank you so much, Wanda! You made my day 😄 💖💖
So gorgeous. You really have a gift to make bouquets. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you! I am glad you enjoyed this video!
Absolutely wonderful! So clear and helpful and beautiful.
So glad to hear this, thank you so much!
💛
🥰
That turned out so gorgeous! I really struggle with bouquet building and would love more videos like this!
Wonderful! Thank you for your feedback, I’ll keep it in mind!
Thank you so much! So fabulous to listen and watch you working with these flowers. I am sure I have said this before, but your work is mezmermising and I love it!
Awe that’s so kind of you, thanks Joy! Take care!
Amazing ,thanks for sharing all your tricks 💐
Awe your welcome, I’m so glad it was helpful for you! Happy flowering! 💐
Absolutely beautiful! You are an amazing teacher. Thank you
Wonderful to hear that it was helpful to you, thank you Terry! Cheers!
Love your bouquets - the composition is always stunning!
Awe thanks Rosemary! Take care!
👍👍👍👍👍❤
🥰
Beautiful!
Thank you! Spring flowers are so lovely!
Another great video! 👏🏻 thank you! What a beautiful bouquet 😍💐 every time I harvest lilac it wilts on me 😩 but I’ll give it another go,maybe not enough flowers were open on the stem 🤔🌸xx
It can come down to the variety, in terms of vase life. Make sure you’re harvesting in the freshness of the morning as well 🙂
@@floristsonfarms thank you 🙏🏻
Your bouquets are so beautiful. It would be helpful if you would say what each flower is. Thank you!
Thank you! I included the names of each bouquet ingredient in captions on the video ,so keep an eye out for that!
Stunning! And thank you for introducing me to leucojum. What a delightful addition to a spring bouquet. Can I ask how much you charge for large bouquet like this one? Lucky customer!
I really enjoy the Leucojum, such a lovely floater! Large bouquets like this around around $80-$125, depending on the ingredients :)
Beautiful! Your arrangement is stunning!!! Do you ever use smoke bush as your foliage? I am not sure how to condition it.
I haven’t yet acquired any Cotinus; but I would gladly use them, such a stunning cut especially for fall. I would recommend using Quick Dip for those 🙂
Would you do a video on tulip harvest stage?
I would love to do that! I didn’t grow enough tulips for that to be possible this year, but I’ll look at doing that one for the next growing season!
Hi, I just found your channel. Wonderful. Subscribed.
Would you know if there are any flowers that they recommend not to use quick dip?
Also, have you heard that zinnias, glads and sunflowers do not like flower food?
Thanks
Thank you for such an incredibly thorough and informative video! You definitely have a knack for teaching and are very knowledgeable! I'm curious about the daffodils in the bouquet when you make the final cut -- I imagine they leak the sap again... is that not as worrisome since they've already leaked out a bit during the conditioning phase? Also, is the problem with the sap because they make the water "dirty" or do they impact the other flowers, or something else?
Yes such a great question, Amanda. If you watch my video on daffodils I get into detail on this there; and in that video I mention that to be absolutely safe, you can try to cut and condition your daffs at their final length so that you don’t need up retrimming. In this bouquet, I’m avoiding recutting the daffs as best I can. That being said, there are many sources that suggest that the second or subsequent cuts after conditioning don’t cause the slime/sap to start flowing again. So while I do avoid it as much as I can to be safe, I am less concerned about it once they’ve had their initial conditioning. Additionally, some of the flower food products out there are formulated to deal with the slime which eliminates the need for concern, and in this case, I was Quick Dipping the entire bouquet immediately after cutting it and then holding it in flower food. To answer your last question, alkaloids in the slime are harmful to tulips and roses; beyond that, yes, it’s the slime itself they clogs the stems of other flowers preventing them from staying hydrating.
@@floristsonfarms Thank you for your incredibly detailed response. You are so very helpful! I look forward to watching the video on daffodils. Also, I had no idea how complicated flower farming & arranging would be! I was a vegetable grower and that seems much easier to me now! ;)
I think when we are dealing with SO many different flowers, it gets more complex! But it doesn’t have to be this way, mastering a few easy going and productive crops is very rewarding!
Is there a special treatment one can do at this point (when you level off the stems) so the freshly cut daffodils don't shorten the life of that gorgeous bouquet?
Hi, great question and I didn’t go into detail in this video because I talk a lot about this in my daffodil video. There is contradictory information out there about whether subsequent cuts after the initial conditioning is going to rerelease the sap. I am of the mind that it doesn’t tend to; but I think that is up to everyone to decide for themselves. To err on the side of caution with my bouquets, I avoid retrimming those stems as much as possible, so conditioning them at their final height is ideal for me. I know it doesn’t show well in this bouquet, but the longer daffs tend to be floating up higher in the bouquet. Secondly, there are products that solve this problem for us like CVBN tablets and specially formulated flower food. I don’t get into this much in my daffodil video other than a vague mention; but for simplicity or assurance, you may want to go that route. I apologize for not mentioning those final steps in this video, it completely slipped my mind! I keep all of my ready-to-go bouquets in flower food in cold storage and they also leave here with a packet of flower food. 🙂
I have a question about Leucojum: how do you keep the base of the stems from splitting and curling up? I find after conditioning that the base of the stems have curled up so much to look like inverted ionic columns.
I find this happens sometimes with all types of bulbs and I don’t actually know the mystery of why this happens! I’ve never been able to get to the bottom of it.
You trimmed all the stems at the end including daffodils? How does that work with the sap? I've been struggling with this because I want to trim them but instead just keep them whatever height they're at already!
Hi, great question and I didn’t go into detail in this video because I talk a lot about this in my daffodil video. There is contradictory information out there about whether subsequent cuts after the initial conditioning is going to rerelease the sap (or even if it’s safe to mix narcissus with other flowers at all!). I am of the mind that it doesn’t; but I think that is up to everyone to decide for themselves. To err on the side of caution with my bouquets, I avoid retrimming those stems as much as possible, so conditioning them at their final height is ideal for me. I know it doesn’t show well or isn’t explained in this bouquet, but the daffs tend to be floating up higher in the bouquet. Secondly, there are products that solve this problem for us like CVBN tablets and specially formulated flower food. I don’t get into this much in my daffodil video other than a vague mention; but for simplicity or assurance, you may want to go that route and not have to worry about preplanning your stem lengths. I apologize for not mentioning those final steps in this video, it completely slipped my mind! I keep all of my ready-to-go bouquets in flower food in cold storage and they also leave here with a packet of flower food. 🙂
@@floristsonfarms I never knew CVBN and flower food will prevent or neutralize the sap? I always wondered if second cuts released much but could never find anyone confirming it didn't.
On another note, please keep making videos! I'm a second year flower farmer selling market style bouquets and you have been a game changer. After some useful tips and beautiful inspirations, I am 10 times prouder of my work so far this year! Thank you for sharing your depths of knowledge and your amazing talent!
I didn’t know it about CVBN either until I spotted it on the manufacturer’s product description! The flower food that I know is formulated to neutralize slime is Chrysal Clear Narcissus. Regarding the second cut, I have found scholarly sources saying both answers to that so that is not super helpful haha. Of my own, when I’ve tested it, there is a slight amount of sap there on the end of the stem; but not a lot, so I do wonder how detrimental it would be. Thanks for your encouragement! I do not plan to stop making videos, i have really been enjoying the way this platform makes it easy for me to share, and hopefully my video quality will continue to improve as I keep going! 😝 I’m so glad I’ve been able to help you, that makes me so happy!
Is crysal solution 2 a alternative to quick dip ? If not I have to get quick dip
Chrysal Pro 2 is a hydrating and holding solution so it has a bit of a different purpose (a good one to use for all of your flowers after harvesting and before you sell them). I think the equivalent to Floralife QuickDip would be Chrysal EasyDip - I have never tried that one :)
@@floristsonfarms Thank you!