1. BY: MRS. SHEFFIELD Classification of Flowers & Foliage

2. Objectives Classify various flowers and foliage by use in a floral arrangement Compare shapes of flowers Analyze the reason for using varying types of flowers and foliage in an arrangement

3. Flowers & Foliage Components of a design Have different shapes and forms Influence the style of a floral design Shapes play a specific role

4. Shapes 1. Line: creates motion 2. Form: distinct, focal point 3. Mass: add volume 4. Filler: help emphasize the main flower

5. Classification Not limited to one group Depends on:  Openness of bloom  Color intensity  Texture and pattern  Adjacent flowers  Size and style

6. Line Flowers Usually placed first Graduation in size of blossoms

7. Form Flowers Distinctive shapes Characteristic forms Leave space between flowers Focal point flowers Use sparingly Directional facing Example: Calla lily, Gerbera, Bird of Paradise

8. Mass Flowers Single flower per stem  Usually One solid, rounded head Used “towards” focal point Provide at different levels Can establish line Examples: Rose, carnation, tulip 2 nd per. 10/20

9. Filler Flowers Add finishing touch Small and delicate Fill empty spaces Complete design Bunchy and feathery

10. Roles of Flower Shapes Line: skeleton Form: center of interest Mass: draw attention toward focal point Filler: background 3 rd per. 10/26

11. When Arranging a Design 1. Establish your lines 2. Establish the focal point 3. Use mass flowers to draw attention to lines and focal point 4. Add filler to finish

12. Classify Each of the Flowers: