In addition to cut foliage and leaves, what are some other plant parts used in floral designs?

• A. Stems from cacti
• B. Seeds
• C. Woody cuts, berries, pods, roots
• D. Soil amendments

Answer: (C)

In floral design, you pull materials from more than just foliage to build texture, contrast, and structure. The best choice lists woody cuts, berries, pods, and roots—these are common plant parts designers use to add weight, line, and seasonal interest to arrangements. Woody cuts provide strong architectural elements and backbone; berries and seed pods introduce color, shape, and focal points; roots can contribute a rustic or unusual texture. Seeds aren’t as routinely used as a primary design element, and soil amendments aren’t plant parts used in arranging, so they don’t fit the concept of materials for the design.