DIY Gerbera Centerpieces

Bright colorful gerbera daisy centerpieces are delightful additions to the decor of a baby or bridal shower, charity luncheon or restaurant tables. The large, pastel-colored blooms are elegant for formal occasions, such as a banquet, prom or wedding reception. Arrange table centerpieces that focus on the striking 2-inch to 7-inch single, double or multipetaled daisy blossoms. The flowers are arranged in small glass, ceramic, terra cotta or basket containers for low-level centerpieces or vases and baskets for higher centerpieces.

4-inch to 20-inch tall containers
Floral foam
Sharp knife
Ribbon

Instructions

- 1
  Cut a 2-inch tall piece of floral foam, and set it down into the container. If using see-through glass, you can omit the floral foam and use glass marbles. Fill the container half-full of water.
- 2
  Cut one gerbera daisy stem under water at a 45-degree angle with a sharp knife. Cut the stem to a height of 5 inches, which is for a low, more compact floral arrangement. Use taller stems for a high centerpiece. Insert the stem in the center of the container.
- 3
  Cut two more gerbera daisy stems at 1/2 inch to 1 inch shorter than the center flower. Insert the stems at an outward angle from the first flower.
- 4
  Add sprigs of bear fern, leather leaf or in-season greenery to the centerpiece. Add more flower stems for a larger, fuller or taller centerpiece.
- 5
  Tie a piece of ribbon around the container, or make a bow to set into the gerbera arrangement.
- 6
  Set the centerpieces on the guest tables. Carefully add more water to the container until it is two-thirds full.

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