The Byzantine Empire
( AD 320-600) In this period the Greek and Roman flower usages styles continued. But instead the garland was made differently. The use of many more leaves and tiny flowers were set in arching lines to give an twisted effect.
During the period 500CE to 1453CE, the Byzantine Empire made its contribution to floral arrangements. Arrangements typically included a cone shape design. The cone-shaped foliage was placed in chalices and urns, which were further decorated with brightly colored flowers and fruit. Flowers commonly included in these arrangements were daisies, lilies, cypress, carnations, and pine. Ribbons were also commonly used.
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