Keeping Submerged Flowers from Floating in Centerpieces

Only waxy-petaled flowers (orchids, gardenias) hold up well fully submerged. Tulips are iffy; roses do okay. To anchor stems at the bottom of a water-filled vase:

Use a Pin Holder (Frog)

• Attach a pin holder to the vase bottom with floral putty before adding water.
• Insert stems into the pins—they’ll stay put.
• Pin holders come in sizes from tiny to massive; find them at craft stores or online.

This keeps your submerged design exactly as intended.