17 best artificial flowers for year-round blooms that are super low-maintenance (and look really beautiful)
While artificial flowers may immediately conjure images of plastic, cheap-looking stems nestled on your grandma's bathroom windowsill, that is no longer the case. Forget what you thought you knew, because the artificial flower industry is really blooming (see what we did there?).
Lockdown sparked a trend for bringing the outside in with a ‘more-is-more’ attitude towards indoor plants and flowers in our homes. But for those of us who wanted to embrace the interior trend but didn't (and still don't) have green fingers, faux floral arrangements that look just like the real thing have been our secret to achieving the look. Think: hydrangea, eucalyptus, orchid, and peony artificial bouquets that never wilt and can be enjoyed all year round.
Faux flowers can totally transform your space. As with dried flowers, they're incredibly low-maintenance, often needing only a light dusting. Look for stems or arrangements made from latex, silk, clay and plastic moulds, which will withstand all indoor conditions and ensure your artificial flowers last for years. Best of all, they won't irritate any allergies or be a hazard for toddlers or pets to knock over.
Sure, nothing beats receiving a fresh bunch of blooms straight through your letterbox thanks to the many flower delivery services now operating. But if you're after something that will last longer than a couple of weeks, artificial flowers solve that problem nicely. They're also an excellent gift that won't die pronto, so if you're looking for the best Mother's Day gift, want to send a cute gift for grandmas or you're hoping to win some brownie points with a Mother-in-Law gift, we've rounded up the best artificial flowers for decoration.
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What are the best fake flowers?
There's an unending list of artificial flowers that look just as good as the real deal. We've seen lots of artificial eucalyptus, artificial orchid, and artificial rose stems that look pretty convincing, while bouquets of gypsophila and tulips come in so many colours you can have a different bunch in every room.
The quickest way to fill a vase is with a ready-made bunch of flowers, and some are sold as artificial flowers in a vase so all you have to so is find a nice spot in your home to display your new blooms. But if you have a more minimal taste, or want to arrange a bouquet yourself, why not buy a few stems and get creative? Big petals will make an impact and if you're buying individual stems, they'll require less to make a vase look full and in faux full-bloom.
Where is the best place to buy artificial flowers?
Luckily some of the best places to shop artificial flowers are online. Retailers from Amazon and The White Company to Dunelm and Marks & Spencer have a wide selection, whether you're looking for a cherry blossom or a classic bunch of roses. Esty is also a treasure trove when it comes to shopping for fake flowers, so make sure you pay it a visit. Whether you're buying a bunch for a summer garden party or to brighten up a monotonous day WFH, there's plenty of options.
If you want to bring some serious spring vibes into your home, this SMYCKA artificial bouquet from Ikea features a bright and cheery orange and pink colour palette. Or if you want to keep things minimal, this set of 3 artificial white rose single stems from Marks & Spencer is perfect to add a touch of romance to your bedside table.
Looking for more flowers for your home? Head this way for the best flower delivery services, over here for the best indoor plants and here for the best hanging plants to decorate your home with. We've also got letterbox flowers and flower subscription services that make the perfect gift.
Keep scrolling for the best artificial flowers to decorate your space with, now matter how big or small.
Artificial flower arrangements: faux flowers
Wild Flower Hand-Tied Bunch, £65, The White Company
This gorgeous and whimsical artificial flower bouquet combines 19 beautiful stems including yarrow, scabiosa, wild flower blooms, ferns and Queen Anne lace leaves. It looks realistic and pretty.
Artificial flowers in vase: orchid
Artificial Extra Large Orchid, £55, Marks & Spencer
Real orchids require constant supervision and care, so save yourself the effort with this faux one instead. Its petals will still look brilliantly white months after you've bought it and its stem will always remain upright. It's a win-win.
Save when you shop for artificial flowers with our Marks and Spencer discount codes.
Artificial rose flower arrangements
12 Heads Silk Rose Artificial Flower Bunch, £17, Etsy
How stunning is this? A gorgeous mix of roses and foliage, it's available in white, rose red, yellow, pink, blue so you can match it to your existing homeware decor.
Artificial flower arrangements
12 Pieces Artificial Vanilla Mini Foam Bouquet, £12.99, Etsy
If you're limited on space, this mini bouquet means you can get in on the faux floral trend without adding clutter. the slim stems will only need a small bottle, why not try upcycling an old candle pot?
Artificial flowers: single stem
Artificial Mimosa Yellow Single Spray, £6, Dunelm
Summer has well and truly arrived with this singe mimosa spray that's the colour of both our favourite drink and weather. It has a realistic-looking twig stem and small yellow pompom buds for a delightful splash of colour.
Save when you shop for artificial flowers with our Dunelm discount codes.
Artificial flowers for decoration: eucalyptus
Thistle and Eucalyptus Lilac Bundle, £6, Dunelm
Adverse to flowers but want to add some colour to your greenery? This thistle and eucalyptus artificial floral arrangement is ideal. Tied with raffia, simply pop in a vase and enjoy.
Single stem artificial rose
Set of 3 Artificial Rose Stems, £15, Marks & Spencer
Known for their romantic connotations, you can feel the love all year round with this set of three artificial white roses. We'd create our own bouquet with similar coloured faux flowers such as hydrangeas and eucalyptus.
Artificial flowers for decoration
Baby Breath Artificial Flowers Bouquet, £13.99, Amazon
Available in pink, blue, purple, and white, this baby breath bouquet will keep its fullness and never wither. A great floral arrangement for a vase.
Shop our edit of the 13 best donut vases to house your artificial flowers.
Artificial flowers in vase: lilac
Argos Home Faux Wild Lavender Trug, WAS £22.50 NOW £10, Argos
If you live in a flat with a balcony, even if it's tiny, this compact faux wild lavender trug is one way to cheat your way to a balcony garden without needing to water it once.
Artificial flowers: hydrangea
5 Pieces Artificial Flowers Hydrangea, £6.99, Amazon
This fully-bloomed bunch has wire rods within their stems so you can shape them to fit any vase. We'll be keeping them on our WFH desk to give our space a mini makeover.
Artificial flowers for decoration: gypsophila
Artificial Gypsophila Cream Bundle, £4, Dunelm
This sweet style is an affordable way to shop for artificial flowers if you're on a budget. The bundle of cream flowers and bright green stems is perfect for decorating your windowsill year-round.
Save when you shop for artificial flowers with our Dunelm discount codes.
Artificial flowers in vase: lilac
Wilko Faux Lavender in Grey Pot, £4.75, Wilko
Cheap and cheerful, this is a brilliant buy if you want to add a splash of colour without breaking the bank.
Artificial flowers for decoration
Florals Forever Grace Lily Luxury Bouquet White, £40, Dunelm
Made up of Tiger Lily, Snowball, Eucalyptus and Palm leaves, the crisp green and white colour palette will add a feeling of freshness to your home wherever you choose to display this bouquet.
Artificial flowers in vase: pampas
Artificial Pampass Grass Plant In Natural Ceramic Pot, £65, Next
Pampas grass has been a popular interiors trend for a while now, with arrangements dominating our Instagram feed. Modern, chic and sophisticated, it's the perfect addition to your living room or bedroom.
Artificial eucalyptus single stem
SMYCKA Artificial leaf eucalyptus, £3, Ikea
This single stem artificial eucalyptus looks great on it's own in a vase, or arranged with other artificial flowers to create a beautiful bouquet.
Artificial flowers: hydrangea
Laura Ashley Artificial Hydrangea Bouquet, £75, Next
This gorgeous faux hydrangea flower arrangement from Laura Ashley needs simply to be put in a vase to create the most beautiful dining table centrepiece.
Artificial flower arrangements
SMYCKA Artificial bouquet orange-pink, £13, Ikea
This vibrant bunch of artificial flowers is ideal for instantly brightening up any mantelpiece or kitchen windowsill. Or as a beautiful centerpiece for your next garden party tablscaping.
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