Description
This purple lilac stem brings the soft, clustered blooms of springtime into your home without any of the upkeep. Each flower head is made up of dozens of tiny four-petalled florets, packed together into the plump cone shapes that give real lilac its familiar look. The petals carry a gentle graduation of purple tones, deeper towards the centre and lighter at the tips, which stops the artificial flower stem from looking flat or uniform. Slim green leaves sit along the branch, adding contrast against the purple and softening the overall shape.
Standing 75cm tall with a spread of around 30cm, this stem works well in a tall vase on a hallway console, a mantelpiece, or a kitchen worktop where fresh flowers would quickly wilt. The plastic stem is firm but bendable, so you can angle the branch and adjust the leaves to suit your vase or fill a gap in a wider display. Group two or three together for a fuller effect, or mix the purple lilac stem with white blooms and trailing foliage to build a looser, garden-gathered arrangement. It sits happily in a single-stem bud vase too.
Because it needs no water, there is nothing to top up and no mess to clear away. Dust the blooms occasionally by giving them a gentle shake or a light pass with a soft brush, and keep the stem out of strong, direct sunlight over long periods to help the purple stay true. Reshape the petals with your fingers if they flatten during storage.
Specification
| Type |
Flower stem |
| Colour |
Purple |
| Material |
Plastic |
| Height |
75cm |
| Width |
30cm |
| Depth |
30cm |
Frequently Asked
How realistic does it look?
The clustered florets and graduated purple tones mimic the shape and colour of real lilac, and the green leaves add a natural touch. From a short distance it reads as a fresh cutting.
How do I mix it into a display?
Pair it with white or pastel faux stems and some trailing foliage, or stand two or three lilac stems together for a fuller look. It also suits a simple single-stem bud vase.
How do I clean it?
Give the blooms a gentle shake to release loose dust, or use a soft brush or hairdryer on a cool setting. Avoid soaking it, as water is not needed.
Does it need any water or care?
No water at all. Just dust it now and then and reshape the petals with your fingers if they have been squashed in storage.
Will it shed or fade?
The florets are securely fixed so shedding is not an issue. Keeping the stem away from prolonged direct sunlight helps the purple colour hold over time.