Description
This is a single artificial lily stem in purple, 76cm tall with a flowerhead 13cm across. The head is built from layer upon layer of narrow, pointed petals, shaded in deeper and lighter purple, and it sits in a collar of slim leaves where it meets a long, plain stem. At that height it is a stem for a tall vase rather than a posy jar. It is made from polyethylene with a small share of iron, 90% to 10%, and weighs 0.12KG.
Because it needs no water, it suits the places where fresh flowers are a nuisance: a hall table you pass every day, a bookshelf, a bedroom chest or a living room sideboard. One stem on its own gives a single, upright line of colour in a tall, narrow vase or bottle, which is often all a small surface wants. In a wider vase it works as the tallest point of a mixed arrangement, with shorter greenery gathered beneath it. It is a sensible choice for anyone who likes flowers in the room but would rather not buy fresh ones each week.
The maker asks for two things before use. First, trim the stem to suit your vase. Second, fold the leaves and flowerhead into place; the petals can be shaped as you prefer, from a closed bud to a looser, more open bloom. Handle it gently while shaping, so that no leaf or petal breaks. For styling, cut the stem so the head clears the rim with room to spare, and turn it until the fuller side of the bloom faces the room. The styling props shown are not included.
Specification
| Height |
76cm |
| Diameter |
13cm |
| Material |
90% Polyethylene, 10% Iron |
| Colour |
Purple |
| Care |
Handle with care to avoid breakage of the leaves/flowerheads. Before use, the stems/bouquets must be trimmed & folded into place |
| Weight |
0.12KG |
Frequently Asked
Is it a real flower?
No. It is an artificial stem made from 90% polyethylene and 10% iron, so it needs no water at all.
How tall is the lily stem?
It is 76cm tall and the flowerhead is 13cm across, which makes it a good height for a tall vase.
Can I cut it shorter?
Yes. The maker says the stem should be trimmed before use, so you can shorten it to suit the height of your vase.
Does it need shaping before use?
Yes. The maker asks for the leaves and flowerhead to be folded into place before use, and handled with care so they do not break.
How heavy is it?
It weighs 0.12KG, so a single stem adds very little weight to a vase or a mixed arrangement.
What colour is it?
The flowerhead is purple, with deeper and lighter shades across its layered, pointed petals, set off by slim leaves on a plain stem.