Gather flowers, greenery, a vase, clean water, scissors, and floral tape or foam if needed
Choose a vase that matches the size and shape of your flowers
Remove leaves that would sit below the waterline
Trim stems at an angle
Place the tallest flowers first as the focal point
Add medium-height flowers around the focal flowers
Fill gaps with smaller flowers and greenery
Rotate the arrangement as you work to keep it balanced
Vary heights and angles for a natural look
Keep the arrangement symmetrical or asymmetrical based on your style
Make sure all stems have access to water
Refresh the water and re-trim stems regularly
Remove wilted flowers as needed