Pink Flowers

Pink spans a wide range, from almost white to deep fuchsia, and the shade is what determines how it works with the room. This collection brings together single stems, roses, dahlias and mixes, along with two potted cherry blossom trees.

Choose the shade before the flower

A pale, powdery pink blends into a light interior and reads almost as off-white from a distance. A coral or fuchsia pink becomes an accent: it should stay the only one in the room. In between, peach pink warms a beige wall or wood paneling without stealing the show.

Closed bud, open bloom

The same variety comes in both forms, the David rose for example. The bud gives a clean vertical line, suited to a narrow vase and a graphic arrangement. The open bloom adds volume and fills a wide vase. Mix both in the same bouquet: that's what makes an arrangement believable.

From single stem to potted cherry tree

A stem is styled individually and trimmed to the height of the vase. A potted cherry blossom tree plays in another league: it rises over two meters and becomes the statement piece of an entryway or a corner of the living room. The two complement each other, with the stem echoing on a small scale the color of the larger piece.

Frequently asked questions

A single stem or a bouquet?

A tall stem in a narrow vase is enough on a nightstand or a console table. For a living room, plan on five to seven stems in a wide vase, combining two varieties.

Can the stems be shortened?

Yes, with wire cutters. Cut just above a leaf joint to keep a clean stem, and adjust the height to the rim of the vase.

How do you preserve the color?

Keep the flowers out of full sun, which fades pink faster than other shades. Dusting with a dry cloth, or a puff of cool air, is all they need the rest of the time.