Where should a florist make the cut when starting to create a single bloom flower corsage?

When creating a single bloom flower corsage, making the cut one and a half inches below the flower head is optimal for several reasons. This length allows for a sturdy stem that can support the bloom effectively while also providing enough length for handling and attachment to the corsage base or ribbon.

Cutting at this length ensures that the florist has sufficient stem to work with while avoiding cutting too short, which might jeopardize the flower's hydration and lifespan. The selected length also strikes a balance between aesthetics and practicality, as it allows the bloom to be positioned attractively once arranged.

On the other hand, cutting at the base of the flower head would leave little to no stem for support, making it challenging to secure the corsage or facilitate hydration. Similarly, cutting one or two inches below might unnecessarily reduce the support provided to the flower, either leaving too much stem that could become bulky or cutting it too high where the flower might not be as stable. Therefore, the choice of cutting at one and a half inches is the most practical and effective approach for crafting a single bloom corsage.