Louisiana Florist Word Scramble
![]() I O N R I N S E T
|
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Question | Answer |
What is the wiring method for cala lily? | Insertion |
When is a triangular cascade bouquet used? | Formal cathedral wedding |
In traditional casket spray which flowers are placed first? | Line flowers |
Why are red, blue and yellow called primary colors? | They are the center colors on the color wheel and the three colors from which all others are made |
What will help overcome the stress of low humidity? | Misting plants with water |
When designing a basket for a funeral, you should use approximately this amount of material behind the handle of the basket | 1/4 |
Why do designers use a combination of flower forms in an arrangement? | Create texture and interest; prevent monotomy |
What is main rule about ribbon width and number | Lower the number, the smaller the ribbon |
What are the wire gauge numbers? | 16-30 |
What is the most prominent floral arrangement at a funeral? | Casket cover spray |
The wiring method most used for funeral work | Hook method |
How is a cascade bouquet constructed? | Center circle attached to handle then lower garland |
What establishes the skeletal line of a spray? | Placement of first three stems |
Where is the weight positioned in a round bouquet? | Top |
Name 2 professions regulated by the commission that apply to you | Retail florist and wholesale florist |
3 things to consider when choosing a container | Fit/weight, pleasure to use, and adaptability to various designs |
What gauge wire is used for corsages | 28 |
How should the blossoms be placed in a funeral spray? | The buds and smaller flowers should be toward the outer sides and the more open blossoms and bow at the focal point |
What should the bow in the spray accomplish? | It should give appearance that it is tying all the blossoms together |
This type of foliage is used primarily for background and to fill in an arrangement | Filler foliage |
What is a vending machine? | Any climate controlled mechanical, electric, or electronic self-service device which dispenses flowers upon insertion of payment |
What is the wiring method for carnations? | Hook method |
What type of common bugs infect house plants? | Mealy bugs |
What is the wiring method for roses and tulips? | Piercing |
Mass flowers are used "toward the | Focal area |
Asymmetrical triangle: # 2 longest stem placed at the | Bottom right |
How many components are assembled to create a triangular cascade? | Center circular and 3 garlands(4 pieces) |
Why is abstract stem placement used? | It is done solely to give form to direction or mood and create a new visual image in the space |
Tones may be considered light or dark and may be used where what type of coloring is needed | Subtle |
What effect are you trying to avoid in the funeral spray? | Flat |
Line flowers are "out" and establish | Pattern |
What is the height of the flowers in the casket piece to easily fit into the coach? | 10-12 inches |
The wire gauges used for funeral work | 24-26 |
How many licensed florist should there be in a floral business? | 1 |
In general, a design must have | Unity of composition |
The types of picks that should be used to secure flowers in the funeral spray | Wooden |
You should insert this gauge wire parallel to the stem of line flowers in funeral arrangements | 18 |
this stage determines the post harvest lasting quality of floral material | Production |
The casket piece is generally fashioned to | Soften the lines of the casket |
In funeral sprays, when using a few blossoms, you should avoid this area for the bow | Middle |
In the design for a casket cover, the family's what is given the first consideration? | Preference |
This is determined by how it fits the results that the designer is trying to accomplish | Suitability |
For each vending machine operated, the florist must obtain | A cut flower permit for each machine |
Method used for extending short-stemmed flowers in designs with no water source | Tying or extension method |
What should be properly displayed on the vending machine? | The name, address and telephone number of the licensed florist |
What is achieved when strong chroma-vivid or darker values are placed toward the focal area and weaker pastel colors are placed to the outside? | Balance |
Shades are darker and heavy in | Visual weight |
Where should the focal point be in the funeral basket? | The upper edge of the basket rim, where all stems converge |
What flowers should always be conditioned separately because they will adversely effect other flowers? | Daffodils |
Geometric design: 1st stem establishes | Height |
What effect is most desirable in a sympathy design? | Oval |
What effect are you trying to achieve in the funeral spray? | A mound effect |
What are two important things to consider when selecting the bride's bouquet? | Bride's gown and stature |
Use of this can help plant growth | Humidifier |
Geometric: 3rd stem establishes | Overall size or width |
Volume and weight are added to an arrangement by this type of foliage | Mass foliage |
What type of ceremony is a cascade bouquet usually used for? | Formal |
How is a crescent bouquet constructed? | Center circular grouping and two garlands |
What is the department that monitors licensing of florists? | Horticulture Department |
In geometric design how is the basic skeletal structure established? | By placement of first three stems |
Corsages are considered to be | Living jewelry |
What are 2 reasons we are licensed in LA? | Quality of design and to monitor for quarantine |
These types of flowers are placed at the center or focal point of a sympathy design | Mass flowers |
In general, the ribbon or bow should not | Dominate the design |
Form flowers are used "at" the | Focal point |
What is the general rule for the gauge size of wire? | The larger the number, the smaller the wire |
How are foliage forms classified? | According to shape |
This type of foliage adds strength, vitality and enhances line | Line foliage |
What is the fee for the retail florist exam? | $50 (9/2014) |
Name 2 other occupations licensed by the department | Nursery stock dealer, Cut flower dealer |
When a non-draining container is used how much gravel should be added | one inch to the bottom |
Is a license required for persons who arrange or sell floral designs composed entirely of artificial materials or dried plant materials? | No |
How are filler flowers used? | To fill in an arrangement |
Who is the commissioner of agriculture? | 9/ 2014 - Mike Strain |
What is the recommended relative humidity for most flowers stored in a refrigerator? | 90% |
What designs should be avoided in a funeral spray? | Round, bunched designs; or long narrow ones |
Geometric design: 2nd stem establishes | Width in one direction and may often be horizontal |
Asymmetrical triangle: shorter flowers are used to | Fill in between |
How was the term glamelia derived? | From gladiolus and camelia |
What are the important factors for building standing sprays? | Be sure the easel is strong enough and properly anchored |
The wire gauge used for general arrangements | 20-26 |
How often should a vending machine be monitored and watered? | Once a day |
What ribbon number (not width)is used for corsages | 3 |
What color bow should be avoided in a spray when blossoms are fully open or few in number? | Contrasting color |
What is the license fee for retail florists? | $75 (9/2014) |
What is the maximum number of vending machines that can be operated by one business? | Five |
How far above the handle should the flower be that establishes the height of the arrangement? | 6 inches |
The wire gauges used for wedding work | 22-24 |
The more dominant the color, the less it is used | Proportion |
The general length of floral wire | 18 inches |
Tints tend to do what in most combinations? | Harmonize |
What must be eliminated to prevent bacteria growth in a vase arrangemment? | Leaves below the water line. |
What type of flowers are placed at the center or focal point of a sympathy design? | Mass |
Asymmetrical triangle: #1 longest stem placed at the | Back left side |
What happens when you mix two primary colors? | A secondary color is produced |
The cooler temperature that accommodates most flowers | 38 degrees |
What effect does one strive to achieve in a round bouquet? | Dome effect |
Name the common shapes for corsages | Crescent, triangular and round |
The value of this foliage is found in its distinctive shapes and brilliant color | Form foliage |
This is absolutely necessary for plant growth | Light |
How often should you fertilize most house plants? | Once a month |
What is the wiring method for fuji mums, orchids, sunflowers, gerbera daisy? | Hair pin method |
The temperature needed for most tropicals | 55 - 60 degrees |
How old is this oriental culture of creating nature in miniature? | Hundreds of years old |
A design created by forming a skeletal right triangle in your container | Asymmetrical triangle |
What is a prominent rule for funeral sprays where few blossoms are used? | Use one color |
What amount of greenery should be used in spray with few blossoms? | An amount proportioned to the number of flowers |
Created by:
vickiedwitty
Popular Agriculture sets