How Do You Make Memorial Day Floral Arrangements?
Memorial Day commemorates the men and women who have died while serving in the United States military. It is fitting, then, that the American flag be so prominent on this holiday. Flags are placed on the grave sites of fallen servicemen and women, waved in parades and other public events, and hung at residences all over the nation. The American flag and its colors of red, white and blue also inspires arrangements of flowers that are created in honor of this day. Using this patriotic symbol as a palette, it is both easy and rewarding to assemble Memorial Day floral arrangements. Choose red, white, and blue flowers that reflect the hues of the American flag. Use red roses, gerbera daisies, ranunculus, and tulips. Incorporate white stock, daisies, chrysanthemums, and carnations. Select blue irises, delphiniums, cornflower, and hyacinth. Arrange flowers in clear red, white or blue glass vases. Tie flag-inspired ribbons around the necks of the vases. Create floral arrangements in other cont
