Large red and gold velvet poinsettia Christmas picks (4 flowers, 30cm heads)

Description

A few large flowers can change the whole character of a Christmas tree. These red and gold poinsettia picks have generous pointed petals, combining a soft velvet effect with glittering gold detail. The contrast gives them a rich, traditional feel, lovely with warm lights, deep green branches and treasured gold ornaments.

The set contains four flowers. Each head is approximately 30cm across, with an overall stem height of about 45cm. These are statement pieces: they are intended to be seen from across the room, rather than disappear into a small gap between decorations. Check that broad flower size against your tree or garland before planning the arrangement.

Give each flower its own space

On a full tree, stagger the flowers at different heights and turn them towards the main viewing area. A little foliage around each head keeps the shape distinct and stops the petals from being buried beneath neighbouring baubles. Four well-placed blooms can provide all the floral detail you need.

The long stems let you tuck the flowers deeper into the greenery while keeping the heads near the surface. They can also be arranged in a suitable vase or used as focal flowers on a generous mantel garland. If your tree is narrow, consider using only two or three and saving the rest for another part of the room.

Soft texture with a festive finish

The flexible velvet-effect petals have decorative glitter accents, adding a different texture from glossy baubles or plain plastic greenery. Red and gold work well with burgundy ribbon, natural cones and cream ornaments. Keep nearby decorations a little simpler if you want the poinsettia shape to remain the centre of attention.

Customers have praised the flowers' appearance and quality, particularly as an addition to Christmas trees and garlands. They also note that the flowers may arrive folded or flattened and need opening out. Allow yourself a few minutes to arrange the petals and straighten the stems, rather than judging their finished shape straight from the packaging.

Preparing and putting away your picks

Support the centre of each bloom as you separate and arrange the petals. Glitter can come loose during this process, so prepare them over paper or an easy-to-clean surface. Avoid pulling at the decorative edges, which are the most delicate parts of the flower.

These unlit artificial flowers are best enjoyed in a dry indoor arrangement. There is no vase or supporting foliage included, and you do not need to add water. Other colours and sizes are available, while this set is the large red and gold version. Store the blooms with their heads supported and without heavy decorations on top, so those broad petals are ready to open out again next Christmas.