Zebra Artificial Stem - Green

Description

DescriptionThis artificial stem carries a cluster of broad, rounded leaves, each marked with zebra stripes that run out from a central vein in deeper and paler shades of green. It stands 79cm tall and spreads 20cm across at its widest, so it is a long stem with real presence, made for a tall vase or a floor-standing vessel rather than a small posy. It is made from 90% polyethylene and 10% iron and weighs 0.057KG, so it is light in the hand and easy to arrange.
On its own in a narrow bottle vase, the stem gives a sideboard, mantelpiece or hallway console a single line of green that looks the same in every season. It also works as foliage in a mixed arrangement: the striped leaves sit well beside soft faux roses, lavender or hydrangea heads, framing a bouquet in green and bringing some pattern among the flowers. Because it is artificial, it suits places where a living plant would struggle, such as a dim landing or a shelf far from the window, and it gives anyone short of time greenery that needs no watering or feeding.
The maker says the stem should be trimmed and folded into place before use, so cut it to the height of your vase and fold the leaves and side shoots until it sits the way you want. Handle it with care, as the maker advises, so the leaves do not break. The styling props shown are not included. As a styling note, set one stem slightly off centre in a tall, slim vase so its leaves lean out to one side, or gather several at differing heights in a wide vessel for a fuller, more relaxed look.
Specification

Height
79cm

Diameter
20cm

Material
90% Polyethylene, 10% Iron

Colour
Green

Care
Handle with care to avoid breakage of the leaves/flowerheads. Before use, the stems/bouquets must be trimmed & folded into place

Weight
0.057KG

Frequently AskedWhat material is the stem?
It is made from 90% polyethylene and 10% iron, and the whole stem weighs 0.057KG, so it is light and easy to arrange in a vase.
How tall is it?
It stands 79cm tall and spreads 20cm across at its widest, a good size for a tall vase or a floor-standing vessel.
Does it need any preparation before use?
Yes. The maker says the stem should be trimmed and folded into place before use, so cut it to length and fold the leaves until it sits well in its vase.
How should I look after it?
Handle it gently, as the maker advises care to avoid breaking the leaves; as an artificial stem it needs no watering or feeding.
Can I mix it with flowers in a bouquet?
Yes. The striped green leaves make good foliage in a mixed bouquet, framing faux roses, lavender or hydrangea heads. The styling props shown are not included.
Is it one stem or a bunch?
It is a single artificial stem with several rounded, striped leaves branching from one main stalk.