FLOWER INFO AND CARE
Faux flowers are the best kind of house guest! They don’t need water, food, or light and will be happy in any location, remaining eternally youthful.
There are, however, some simple things you can do to ensure your artificial flowers and plants stay looking their absolute best.
When unboxing...
On arrival, make sure you give your faux flowers, foliage or plant a gentle ‘tweak’ before displaying. They can sometimes get a little squashed in transit, but can easily be brought back to their best with a little love and attention.
One of our favourite things about faux, is that the stems are easily bendable, allowing you to adjust the height to your desired vase or dream finish. You can cut the stems too if need be. Gently lift leaves upwards to create a fuller look and bring any focal flowers to the front, fluffing the petals to achieve the perfect shape.
For larger items, such as wreaths and garlands, start your tweaking at the base and work your way up to the front.
When cleaning...
For a long-term look of beautiful, youthful faux flowers and plants, try not to place them in direct sunlight. Turn them regularly so if any slight fading does start to occur over time, it will happen evenly and be much less noticeable.
We know it can be tempting, but do not give your stems a good wash when dust has settled. This might compromise the integrity of the flower structure. Instead, simply dust them regularly to prevent any build up, gently wiping petals and leaves with a damp or microfibre cloth.
When it comes to artificial flower arrangements in a vase, use a bottle brush or pencil with a cloth tied around the end to reach inside the vase and sweep up any settling fluff. And for small, complex shaped plants like artificial succulents in a pot, a paintbrush can be used to get into the crevices.
Other ways to keep your flowers clean and dust free include blowing with a hairdryer on a cool setting, using a small attachment attached to a vacuum on a low setting, or using a compressed air spray.
When showing off...
The only limit is your imagination when it comes to designing the perfect piece for your home. Whether you choose to mix your faux flowers and foliage with their fresh counterparts for a naturalistic look, bunch together multiple of the same stems for a simple, elegant style, or create an extravagant statement arrangement, simply choose your stems, vase, plants or trees, and place in position for the ultimate room boost!
When storing...
Even though faux flowers and artificial plants last a long, long time, sometimes it’s nice to have a change around. Maybe you're making way for Christmas, or you like to change your floral displays with each season, whatever the reason, there may be a time when you wish to pack your flowers away for a short while.
To keep them safe you should be sure to store them in a suitably-sized container, away from extreme temperatures or light. Pack each item carefully with sufficient space to avoid squashing. For stems, lie them alternately end to end by placing the first flower head to the right, second to the left, third to the right and so on.
By following these few simple steps you can have guaranteed long-lasting loveliness for many years to come!
