Here are some great ways to decorate with orchids —either when entertaining or to brighten your surroundings. In Floral Arrangements Nothing looks quite so spectacular as a vase filled with beautiful sprays of cymbidium orchids. A dramatic arrangement of orchids can become the focal point of any room. While orchids look fantastic when used along with other more traditional or exotic flowers, their exceptionally long life means that they will often outlast the other blooms in an arrangement. You can create a stunning display that will stay perfect for several weeks simply by using orchids along with a small amount of carefully chosen, long-lasting greenery. Using Single Blooms There are lots of imaginative ways to use single orchid blooms. One is to place two or three flowers in a shallow bowl that is half full of water. Your “bowl full of orchids” will look great and last for weeks. For added interest, use a larger bowl and place a candle in the middle of the orchids. If your guest bathroom has a second sink, fill it with water and float a handful of blossoms. The effect is stunning. You can also get creative. Since every individual bloom that comes from Gallup & Stribling is shipped with its own water tube, the flower doesn't need to be placed in water to stay fresh. Combine blooms with other types of plants—in a basket filled with foliage, for example. Use your imagination—orchids look great anywhere and everywhere. When Entertaining Orchids make such a strong statement about style and elegance-what better way to impress your guests? Use a single orchid as part of a place setting, or put sprays of orchids on the table. An unconventional container can set a tone of casual chic. The possibilities are endless. Design Tips Acrylic Compote Cymbidium orchid blossoms are attractively displayed using a compote. Give a fresh cut to the blossom stem and place on edge of container, be sure to check water level to make sure the stems are in the water and the orchid blossom directly above. The use of foilage can also be added to complete the design. Your cymbidium orchids will be a simply elegant statement! Glass Bubble Bowl First select the size of bubble bowl to use for your cymbidium blossom design. A six to eight inch is great to display several orchid blooms. Fill base of container with water not too deep, decorative stones or shells should be added also at this time. Give a fresh cut to the blossom stem and place into bowl, be sure the stems are in the water. The use of foilage can be added also, but do not over power the beauty of the orchid. A simple decorative ribbon can be tied over the bowl to compliment your décor or party theme. This is a wonderful centerpiece or gift! Vase Design Standard Cymbidium or Mini Cymbidium Spikes will add a very dramatic touch to any surrounding. The container will depend on your spike or stem count, choose accordingly. Please note the standard or larger cymbidium spike tends to be top heavy, lighter weight vases can be used if decorative stones or pebbles are added. Arrange in a fashion tailored to your placement. Be sure to give the stem a fresh cut before placement into the water. Remember if you have cut the stems to short, remove bottom blossom(s) and float in a bowl for another dramatic touch!