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Nothing brightens up a room like a vase of fresh flowers. While this is great news for our gardening-inclined friends, it's not the best for those of us with self-proclaimed black thumbs. Not to worry, though, because there is a solution for those of us who are prone to killing just about every plant: faux flowers.
We're not talking about the fake flowers your grandmother used to have that collected dust. The faux flowers of today use a variety of life-like materials and shading patterns to give them an incredibly realistic appearance. Not to mention, they're more sustainable than the real thing. We'd venture to say that even the pickiest gardener might not be able to tell a difference in many of these! Our go-to idea for making the easiest springtime flower arrangement or seasonal centerpiece? Faux flowers all the way! Never again will you have to worry about how much water and sun your flowers need to stay bright and happy. They’ll always look fresh and at the ready for a table, mantel, kitchen counter, or really anywhere.
We'd advise mixing artificial flowers with real plants throughout your home, keeping your guests guessing on what's real and not. There are plenty of low-maintenance flowers that even the blackest thumb should be able to care for! Try your hand at making a cactus garden or re-create one of these genius springtime centerpieces. But, if you're looking for a 100% low-maintenance plant, any of these will fool almost anyone who enters your home!
Say hello to summer with this gorgeous bundle of silk tulips that are truly life-like. With over 17,000 reviews, buyers say these faux fleurs are incredibly real-looking and make for a beautiful countertop decoration or spring centerpiece. Place them your favorite vase with water and we promise no one will know the difference.
This artificial flower arrangement looks like a freshly picked bunch of roadside wildflowers. Not only are they bursting with color and life, but they're fade-proof, so you can put them on your windowsill without worry that they'll lose their vibrancy over time.
Live peonies are notoriously finicky to care for, so we say faux is the way to go. This beautiful silk bouquet has a stellar 4.5-star rating among many thousands of reviews. Happy customers have used these realistic blooms for everything from photo shoots to wedding centerpieces.
A little lavender will add a fun pop of purple to any space. These realistic stems have a rustic yet versatile feel. They're made from faux silk for a lifelike finish that looks like they were just picked from the french countryside.
These full and fluffy hydrangeas come in 27 colors and have wire stems that can be cut to fit your vase.
Finding realistic faux orchids at a decent price is no easy feat, but this gorgeous one fits the bill. It comes in a pretty ceramic container, too.
Poppy flowers have extremely delicate petals, making it easy to spot a faux, but thanks to strategic shading and smart polyester material this one would fool almost anyone. This neutral bloom matches any interior style. Priced per stem.
Here's another of our favorite selections for artificial peonies if you prefer a monochromatic look. This gorgeous bunch comes in two colorways: white and bright pink. How realistic are they? One reviewer reports, "A guest came to my home and asked if I grew them myself."
Bunches of artificial lilacs make the most beautiful statement in a simple arrangement. There's no need to add any greenery or other accompanying florals—these beauties stand out on their own. Priced per stem.
Incredibly elegant and oh-so beautiful, these calla lilies would look perfect in any home.
Cherry blossoms are another flower that can stand beautifully in an arrangement on their own. Grab a few branches and place them in a rustic pitcher like this one for an arrangement that's gorgeously simple. Priced per stem.
This sweet vase would be perfect on a bedside table or in a bathroom.
The only way people will know these hyacinths aren't real is because they don't have that amazing scent. You can't win them all! Priced per stem.
A small vase of white roses gives a space an immediately chic update, faux or not. This arrangement would be gorgeous on a bedside table or atop a stack of books on a coffee table.
Showcasing multiple stages of bloom, from bud to full flower, this faux flowering branch looks gorgeous all on its own or as part of an arrangement.
Hydrangea stems are a classic bloom that is as well suited in an arrangement as it is in a vase alone. We love the notches on the stems of this option that give it a totally real look.
Hannah Jones is the Commerce Editor for Country Living. Her eye is always on the next up-and-coming products to include in gift guides and she's ready to test everything from dog beds to garden tools for product reviews. When she’s not scoping out the latest and greatest items on the market, you can find her hanging with her two rescue dogs.
Mackenzie is the Home & Lifestyle Commerce Manager at Hearst, working across multiple brands to make informed product recommendations to readers. She has been writing and editing for over 5 years with bylines in The Spruce, MyDomaine, Shape, Instyle, Editorialist, and more.
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