Cool, crisp autumn air… the crunch of colorful leaves, pumpkin patches, and hot apple cider. It’s Fall y’all! And it’s the great time to get creative. And there’s no better way than decorating your home with all your seasonal favorites. We suggest putting pumpkins at the top of your list. There’s so much you can do with them. They can be your front porch’s best friend, dress up any table and make for the perfect vase. Come along with us as we show you how to make a simple, yet elegant, fall floral arrangement featuring beautiful mums, marigolds, sunflowers, roses and more. This pumpkin floral arrangement, of colorful fall flowers, will be your new go-to centerpiece for any gathering.
What You'll Need
- Medium sized pumpkin
- Regular sized mason jar
- Flowers of choice
- Greenery for filling
- Carving tools
- Floral clips or scissors for trimming stems
Pick up the Essentials
Be sure to pick up everything you need at Stater Bros. You’ll find Ball Mason jars, fresh flowers and the perfect pumpkin. Stop by our floral section and choose from our wonderful selection of seasonal flowers to enhance your arrangement. We carry roses in a variety of colors, as well as sunflowers, marigolds, and more! Click the “Shop Now” button below to find a store near you.
Picking Your Pumpkin
Using a fresh pumpkin as a vase is a festive way to incorporate your love for pumpkins into your home. We know choosing a pumpkin can be a bit challenging, so here are a few pointers:
- Choose your pumpkin size of choice, with a flat bottom to prevent pumpkin from leaning.
- Pick a firm pumpkin without damage or soft spots.
- Choose the right sized mason jar that will fit perfectly inside your pumpkin
- Pick up your floral choice and grab enough flowers to fill your pumpkin.
Hopefully these tips will be helpful in picking out the perfect pumpkin for your festive Fall Floral Arrangement. Now all you need to do is get started!
How to Create a Pumpkin Floral Arrangement
- Start by cutting the stem off your pumpkin.
- Remember to make the hole big enough for the mason jar to fit inside.
- Scoop out the excess seeds and guts from the inside of your pumpkin.
- Fill the mason jar with water and place it in your pumpkin.
- Insert the mason jar filled with water inside of your pumpkin.
- Cut the flower stems one to two inches at an angle.
- The angle allows stems to receive better water intake because it provides a larger area for water uptake.
- Adjust the stems.
- Insert the longer flower stems in the middle of the pumpkin slightly pointing in different directions.
- Continue adding a variety of flowers around the pumpkin.
- Fill in empty spots.
- Using your greenery, fill in the empty spots until you achieve the desired look.
Tip: Save pumpkin seeds to make a crunchy snack. Season seeds and place them into sheet pan with olive oil. Bake seeds at 350°F (177ºC) for 12-15 minutes. They taste delicious and are the perfect snack.
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