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Proportions for a Small Vase Floral Arrangement

Height Rule for a Tall Linear Design

For a 6-in. tall, 3.5-in. wide vase, the tallest flower should reach approximately 1.5 times the container height—about 9 inches from the vase bottom. This 1:1.5 ratio provides visual balance and structural integrity in linear arrangements.

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