Ikebana

Category: Indoor Achievement - Posted on June 12th, 2008 ShareThis

Ikebana is not a usual hobby and most people don’t even know what ikebana is. Ikebana is the Japanese art of arranging flowers. The Japanese takes much pride in the art of flower arrangement and ikebana takes into consideration the natural flow, harmony, and balance of the blossoms in relation to the vessel that contains them.

What’s special about ikebana?

While symmetry is desired in the Western flower arrangements, ikebana arrangements are usually asymmetrical and incorporate everything into the flower arranging designs such as the shape of the flowers to the leaves, branches, and the empty space around the vase.

What do I need to start ikebana as a hobby?

To do ikebana well takes time, patience and practice. You will need a container such as a vase or a bamboo or wire basket. Marbles or pebbles are usually used in ikebana. Then you need different types of stem holders as well as a variety of flowers.

What flowers are good for ikebana?

Flowers and plants that are often used in ikebana are:

bamboo
narcissus
camellia
rohdea (lily)
leaves of nandina
chrysanthemum
Japanese iris
Calla lily
Freesia
Bird of Paradise
Weeping willow
plum
quince
apricot tree branches

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