{"product_id":"fennel-artificial-stem-pink","title":"Fennel Artificial Stem - Pink","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis artificial fennel stem is 66cm tall and 14cm across. It is a single slender stem that branches near the top into two lacy heads of tiny pink florets, the larger one uppermost and a smaller one just beneath it. Each head is held on fine spokes, with serrated leaves set along the upper stem, so it reads as loose and airy rather than as one dense bloom. It is made of 90% polyethylene and 10% iron and weighs just 0.03KG, so it adds height and colour to a vase without adding weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt its full length it suits a tall vase or jug. Because the maker asks for the stem to be trimmed before use, it can be cut to sit lower in a shorter vase on a sideboard, mantelpiece, desk or bedside table. Its open heads work well as a filler among larger flowers and broad foliage in a mixed bouquet, softening the gaps between bolder shapes. Several stems can also stand together in a narrow vase for a simple, meadow-style bunch. Being artificial, it does not wilt, which makes it a good choice for a high shelf, a hallway or a guest room where fresh flowers would rarely be changed. It also lies nicely on a table as part of a loose flat arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe maker's care note asks for two things. Before use, trim the stem and fold the leaves and flowerheads into place, taking a minute to fan out the florets and angle each leaf the way you want. After that, handle it gently, since the leaves and flowerheads can break. Once it is shaped and settled in a vase, it is best left where it stands rather than moved often. For styling, set the larger head a little higher than the rest of the arrangement so its pink florets catch the eye, and let the smaller head lean out towards the rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable class=\"spec_table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e66cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90% Polyethylene, 10% Iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCare\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle with care to avoid breakage of the leaves\/flowerheads. Before use, the stems\/bouquets must be trimmed \u0026amp; folded into place\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.03KG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch5\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the stem's material?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is made of 90% polyethylene and 10% iron. The whole stem weighs just 0.03KG, so it adds very little weight to a vase or arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow tall is the stem?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe stem is 66cm tall and 14cm across. It is meant to be trimmed before use, so you can cut it to suit the height of your vase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need any preparation before use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The maker says the stem should be trimmed and its leaves and flowerheads folded into place before use, so allow a few minutes to shape it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I care for it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandle it gently, because the maker notes that the leaves and flowerheads can break. Once it is shaped and placed in a vase, it is best left where it stands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a single stem or a bunch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a single stem that branches near the top into two flowerheads with leaves. For a fuller look, group several stems together in one vase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat colour are the flowerheads?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe flowerheads are pink and made up of tiny florets. They sit well beside other soft tones or against broad leaves in a mixed arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bloomingville","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53414590644491,"sku":"82061513","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/00_82061513.jpg?v=1791120314","url":"https:\/\/niori.co.uk\/products\/fennel-artificial-stem-pink","provider":"Niori","version":"1.0","type":"link"}