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Gladiolus Centerpieces in Tall Pilsner Vases: Weight and Scale Concerns

24″ pilsner vases with 5″ openings are too light and short for dramatic gladiolus arrangements. Use at least a 14″ heavy vase, add glass pebbles for weight, and secure foam extremely well. Glads are heavy and need serious ballast and height to stay upright and in scale.

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