Graceful purple artificial irises (5 stems, 60cm)

Description

Irises have a shape all their own: upright petals, gently falling lower petals and a small flash of yellow at the centre. These purple artificial irises capture that distinctive outline above slim green leaves. They bring a little spring colour to a room, whether you gather all five in one vase or use them as accents among paler flowers.

Five separate flowers to arrange

The pack contains five individual stems in purple, each approximately 60cm long. The flower heads measure around 9cm across and 8cm high. This is a set of loose stems, with no vase or other flower varieties included, giving you the choice of a simple iris display or a combination of your own.

The petals are made from silk-style fabric, with shading and fine line details that help define their curved shape. Narrow leaves run alongside the stems, which have a metal-wire core covered in plastic. They can be bent or shortened to fit your container.

A display with a little breathing room

Unlike a round flower head, an iris has details on several levels. Leave space between the blooms so the lower petals are not hidden behind neighbouring flowers. A narrow vase can hold the five stems in a loose cluster; turning one or two flowers slightly to the side gives the display a more relaxed outline.

Purple pairs beautifully with white and soft green. For a fresh-looking spring arrangement, place the irises among white flowers and a few upright leafy stems. If you prefer something simpler, use three in a vase on a side table and keep the remaining two for a small bottle elsewhere. An opaque container is handy when the lower stems need bending to reach the right height.

What customers notice

Customers have praised the irises for their realistic appearance and the quality of the flowers. One who chose purple particularly liked the finished look, and another enjoyed the springtime colour they brought indoors. The distinctive flower shape is a good reason to choose them when you want something different from a familiar bunch of roses.

Some customers have found the stems quite firm to arrange, and there have been comments about flowers arriving compressed. Allow a little time for careful shaping after unpacking. Support the stem near the point you are adjusting and gently ease the petals apart rather than pulling on their edges.

Keep them ready for another season

These irises suit indoor displays and need no water. Dust lightly to keep the petal details looking fresh, and store them with space around the flower heads if you put them away between seasons. Try the arrangement at full length before trimming, so you have the option of using a taller vase later. Other colours are available; the five stems supplied in this pack are purple.