Winter mix
A generous hand-tied bouquet showcases a distinct winter mix of plants and cut flowers. It is constructed of copper-colored sprayed florist wire (1.6 mm) with dried pieces of Corokia plant parts in between, for a gray, winter look. Tillandsia plants, twisted branches of salmon-colored plastic flowers on wire add detail and layering. Included in the composition are Gloriosa, Clematis Amazing Kibo, Scabiosa, Syngonium, Phalaenopsis, Bromelia inflorescences, aster, Polianthes tuberosa and Euphorbia in a beautiful mix of colors.
Tableau
A series of slender objects shows how 100% degradable work can still look contemporary. Bamboo tubes act as water reservoirs and are attached to wooden sticks that stand in solid wooden cylinders made from leftover parts from stair railings. The height and spacing create an attractive tableau in which a varied mix of cut flowers is placed naturally and airily. By the way, also applicable as single flower objects.
Ice Blue
In this winter composition, candle wax forms an "icy" skin over the two Styrofoam half-spheres. Organic floral foam is placed inside the spheres, the outer edge of which is compactly raised with Limonium. In the center, a beautiful new variety of Delphinium is compactly and tightly incorporated as the top layer. The image
is clear and graphic. And, stabbed like this,
the whole thing lasts a surprisingly long time, provided it's thoroughly
hydrated.
Cool
The cube-shaped base made from recycled Styrofoam packaging material coated with candle wax gives this arrangement a cool winter glow. Glass tubes are
extended with thick aluminum wire and
finished with a bouillon wire binding
for both technique and decoration. In the
tubes Delphinium in a powerful, bound together group for maximum tranquility and focus.
Warm winter wreath
A handmade winter wreath is given a robust base of Oasis Sec. Wetted Oasis Bio is integrated where flowers are placed. The outside is fully lined with the seed pods of elm, giving a soft, warm color and fine texture. The wreath stands on wooden feet for some "air" and a nice presentation, and is richly stocked with dainty small-flowered species such as Talinum 'Long John', Astrantia, Gloriosa and Sanguisorba.
'There are still tremendous opportunities'
After more than two decades at the helm of Smithers-Oasis Benelux, Chris Martens is stepping down as managing director. A great moment for a candid conversation about innovation, sustainability, his love for the flower business and the people who create it.