Orchid Artificial Stem 94cm - White

This is a single artificial orchid stem, 94cm tall and 18cm across, made from polyethylene, iron and polyester. A long, jointed stem rises straight and then curves into an arching spray of white orchid flowers, which tapers to a cluster of closed buds at the tip, much as a real orchid spray does. It gives you the look of a cut orchid without the watering, the feeding or the long wait for it to bloom again, because an artificial stem needs none of those things.

At its full height it suits a tall floor vase in a hallway or beside a sofa, where the arch of flowers has room to fall forward. Trimmed shorter, it sits well in a slim bottle or bud vase on a mantelpiece, a bedside table or a desk. One stem on its own makes a clean, simple display; several gathered together make a generous white bunch, and a single stem also mixes well into an arrangement of other artificial flowers and foliage, where its white flowers and curving line lighten the colours around it. It suits anyone who wants fresh-looking flowers in a room that sees little sun, or in a holiday home that stands empty for weeks at a time.

The care note asks for two things. Before use, the stem must be trimmed and folded into place, so allow a few minutes to cut it to the height of your vase and set the angle of the spray by hand. After that, handle it gently, as the flowerheads can break if they are knocked or bent too far. At 0.05KG it is very light, which makes it easy to move between vases and rooms as the seasons change. For styling, let the spray lean out beyond the rim rather than standing it upright, and pick a vase with a weighty base so the arch stays balanced.

How tall is the orchid stem?

It is 94cm tall and 18cm across at the spray. It must be trimmed before use, so you can cut it shorter to suit a smaller vase.

What is it made from?

It is made from polyethylene, iron and polyester, and it weighs 0.05KG, so it is very light and easy to move between vases.

Does it need any preparation before use?

Yes. The maker says the stem must be trimmed and folded into place before use, so cut it to your vase and shape the spray by hand.

How should I look after it?

Handle it with care, because the maker notes that the flowerheads can break. Move it gently between vases and avoid knocking or overbending the spray.

Is a vase included?

No. You receive one artificial orchid stem, 94cm tall. The styling props shown are not included, so any vase or other flowers would need buying separately.

Can several stems be arranged together?

Yes. One stem makes a simple display on its own, and several gathered in a tall vase make a fuller white bunch; it also mixes well among other artificial flowers.