Horticulture Principles and Practices

pH value–a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution. The range is from 0-14, with 7
being neutral, below 7 considered acidic, and above 7 considered alkaline
Pre-Treatment - special procedure use prior to and in conjunction with a floral food
solution, i.e. hydration solution
Respiration–the use of energy (carbohydrates/sugars) by the flower to sustain itself
FIGURE 1 Abstract Design–
Abstract designs use non-realistic
use of natural and/or man-made
materials solely as pure elements
to create a statement suggesting
a specific emotion.
(Source: Wm. J. McKinley)
FIGURE 2 Formalinear Design–
Formalinear designs have relatively
few, but well organized
materials that emphasize bold
forms and clean lines. Notice in
this design that each material has
its own space to emphasize its
unique form.
(Source: Wm. J. McKinley)
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