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Sunflower Planter Arrangement

Equipment

  • Glue pan or glue gun + floral picks (optional)

Materials

  • 3 stems XL Sunflowers #12263
  • 6-7 stems Medium Sunflowers #12361
  • 5-6 stems Orange Small Sunflowers #12402
  • 3 stems Tall Bright Orange Leaf Spray #64488-RDOR
  • 2-3 stems Green Spiky Grass #43865
  • 2-3 stems Burgundy Spiky Grass #433866
  • Filler Spray Brown/Tan 60919 dupe – #FH807141
  • 2-3 stems Leaf and Berry Spray #83015
  • 2-3 long stems Trailing Ivy Your choice
  • Container – Tall black plastic urn
  • Foam – Cut to fit tightly

Instructions

  • Step 1: Prep Your Base
  • Insert a large block of foam into the urn, cutting it to fit securely.
  • Optional: glue the foam down if this arrangement will stay outside or be moved often.
  • Add a second layer of foam if needed for extra height.
  • If using a plastic urn, weight the bottom with bricks or rocks so it doesn’t tip over in the wind.
  • Step 2: Add Your Thriller (Tall XL Sunflowers)
  • Start with your 3 XL sunflowers. Place one directly in the center and slightly back, about 30" high.
  • Place the other two XL sunflowers off to each side but slightly forward and angled. These should be about 24–26” tall.
  • Fluff and fan out the petals for maximum visual impact.
  • Always face your largest blooms toward the “front view” and work in a natural triangle to avoid a stiff look.
  • Step 3: Add Height & Texture with Grasses
  • Insert 2–3 stems each of the green and burgundy spiky grass, spacing them throughout the back and sides of the arrangement.
  • These pieces should stand slightly taller than the sunflowers—around 30–34”.
  • Let them naturally bend to add softness and height.
  • Step 4: Fill In With Medium and Small Sunflowers
  • Add 6–7 medium sunflowers to fill in the midsection of the arrangement.
  • Vary the height between 18–24” so it doesn’t feel flat.
  • Tuck in 5–6 small orange sunflowers around the base and sides to draw the eye down.
  • Angle your small sunflowers out to the sides so they “spill” toward the edge of the container.
  • Step 5: Add Fall Foliage
  • Add 3 tall bright orange leaf sprays toward the back and side sections. These should pop out 28–30”.
  • These give the whole design movement and that unmistakable fall vibe.
  • Step 6: Add Fillers + Berries
  • Use 2–3 brown/tan filler sprays throughout the middle and sides.
  • Add 2–3 leaf and berry sprays throughout the lower portion of the design.
  • These work well tucked in around the base or between sunflowers.
  • Step 7: Finish With Ivy (Your Spiller)
  • Insert 2–3 strands of trailing ivy right at the front and corners.
  • Let it cascade naturally over the sides of the urn, about 12–15” long.
  • Tuck the ivy in at different points to create depth. Let some pieces hang low while others just graze the edge.

Notes

📏 Key Measurements
Arrangement Height: ~34–36”
Arrangement Width: ~30” across at its widest point
Sunflower Heights: XL = 26–30”, Medium = 20–24”, Small = 16–18”
Ivy Spill Length: 12–15”
Grasses: 30–34” with a natural bend