Spring officially begins next week, and that means it’s time for my annual spring stem hunt. I’ve looked high and low for the most realistic branches and florals to save you time searching, and rounded up my favorites below (vases, too!).
With multiple vacation rental properties to stage, lack of time and a black thumb, I’m always on the hunt for the best realistic faux greenery to breathe life into our homes. I’ve linked quite a few new options this year, along with top rated best sellers I’ve used for years.
Here’s what made the cut this year, followed by some of my favorites styled in real life.
Realistic faux stems and branches
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These $6 wisteria stems are in the top 3 most realistic I’ve seen, and the price can’t be beat. I used six in the arrangement below, and keep them displayed year round in our living room.
These extra long italian ruscus branches are an Afloral favorite. They can be cut and styled in many ways, and I particularly like them in this large konos vase.
If you’ve got a big space to fill, I love this privet branch. Super realistic, and the seeded detail feels like a breath of fresh spring air. You can make a big statement with three branches in this terracotta floor vase.
These wispy seeded eucalyptus stems can work in any season. I used seven in an 8″ ceramic vase.
These gingko branches are among the most realistic looking + feeling stems I’ve ever bought. I used three in my favorite budget textured vase.
The best faux spring florals
I feel like faux flowers are having a moment right now, and the selection is even better than it was just last year. They’re my first choice for smaller vases and surfaces like night stands, bathroom counters and coffee tables.
These snowball flowers are a new addition for me this year. I used four of them in this stoneware vase.
White cherry blossoms are a spring classic, and these 44″ branches can be cut down to fit smaller vases. I trimmed and arranged four in the pitcher below.
These top rated magnolia branches look and feel incredibly lifelike. I love moving them around the house this time of year.
The prettiest peach baby’s breath at an unbeatable price. I used two bundles (12 stems total) in “beige brown” in this $10 ceramic vase.
If you’re looking for a pop of cheery color, grab a few of these forsythia branches. At 50″ long, you could even get away with just one if you wanted. I used three in this ceramic vase.
Vases
If you’re in need of pretty vase to display your spring stems, I’ve got you covered. Here’s a roundup of my favorites, from simple everyday vases to organic and earthy handmade vessels at every budget.
And there you have it—all of the florals, branches and vases I’m loving this season. Do you have any favorites I should know about? Do tell in the comments!
Dana L says
Do you ever share favorite wreaths for spring? I’m on the hunt 🙂 thank you!
Jenna Sue says
Hmm I actually haven’t! I don’t shop for non-holiday wreaths very often but I will keep them in mind for a future roundup idea!
Sandra says
I love theses posts. I would love them even more if you could share your super favorite pick!
Jenna Sue says
Ahhh don’t make me choose! I’d say, out of the ones I personally have, it’s hard to top the $6 wisteria stems. The privet branch is great for XL vases and the gingko stems might be the most convincing.
Michele M. says
Thank you!! Funny just the other day I looked up your LAST year stems/florals recommendations out of desperation to breathe some freshness into my home. May I please be reminded what color you used on your cabs in your rental with the pic of the seeded eucalyptus stems in the ivory 7 inch vase?
I love your recommended various vases too.
Happy springtime, JS.
Jenna Sue says
I’ve actually been updating the clickable photos as I find new ones so you were ahead of the game! 😉 The cabinet color is BM October Mist.
Leah says
As much as I would love to have fresh flowers in the house every week, it’s not always in the budget and investing in some faux stems is a great alternative. Thank you for this round-up!
Angie says
Thank you so much for this round up. I especially love the fact you actually use in your own homes.
Jenna Sue says
Always happy to share my favorites! Hope the photos are helpful 🙂
Katie T's Home says
Love these flowers and branches. They all look so real! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Carissa says
Hello! Do you happen to know where else I can buy the Smilax Stems? I can’t find them anywhere on the Afloral website. Thanks in advance for all your help!
Jenna Sue says
If the link isn’t active, that means they’ve sold out! These stems have gone in and out of stock a few times over the years, so keep checking back for a restock. I’ll keep an eye out for them too!
Joy Vita says
Hi Jenna Sue, would you be able to tell me the color of your roman shades in your kitchen. I did follow the link that you have in your kitchen blog post but I wasn’t sure of the exact color. Also, are they the relaxed style and do they have a valance?
Thank you so much! I love everything you do in your homes.
Jenna Sue says
Hi Joy, I have the camdyn pumice color in the relaxed style. No valance. I hope this helps!
Emie says
I love these arrangements, especially the eucalyptus in the black vase Would you mind sharing your source for the potted tree in your living room please? I saw it in a different picture and I love it. Thanks, Emie
Jenna Sue says
Hi Emie, you can see how I made that here: https://www.jennasuedesign.com/diy-faux-real-indoor-tree/
Emie says
OMG, you MADE that? Holy smokes is that beautiful!!! Thanks, off to see how you did it and to try and do it myself.
Alison says
I wanted to respond to your “Budget blinds post you wrote but I didn’t see an option. Thank you so much for sourcing and writing that post. Window treatments are so tough and so expensive. It will be a. Big help in dressing all the windows in a new house we are buying. Love the work you do.
Jen says
Love all the arrangements. What is your secret to make them all look so good? Do you use foam blocks or anything to separate them and have them lay so nicely? Would love any tips on arrangements for us!
Jenna Sue says
Hi Jen, for short and wide vases I’ll use foam sometimes but I prefer chicken wire, or laying clear tape across the opening in a grid pattern. For larger branches, you can tie them together so they’ll stand more upright. It’s just a lot of experimenting and little tweaks to get them how you’d like!
Tracy Gunn says
Hi, Jenna.
I’d love for you to post DIY directions for some of your arrangement tips! It is always helpful to get step-by-step instructions with pictures for us visual learners. 🙂
Kerri Hansen says
Hi Jenna,
I love these faux florals you have used, I wish that Afloral would deliver to Canada…sigh…
Sarah says
Thank you so much for sharing! These are beautiful!! Could you please add a link for Artificial Eucalyptus Branches and Faux Smilax Stems. I don’t see one listed above
Thank you!! Loveeee your channel
Sarah says
I found it!
Jenna Sue says
Thanks Sarah! Glad you were able to find it 🙂
Sherri says
Hi, I have the same question about the branches in your black jug. I don’t see a link. Thanks
Jenna Sue says
Hey! Here’s the link https://amzn.to/3vjH8CA
Vicki Vaughn says
It doesn’t seem like all the links are working.
Jenna Sue says
Hi Vicki, which links are you having trouble with? They’re working on my end! Did you click on the prices in the list at the top, next to the name of the product?
Vicki Vaughn says
Operator error on my part!! Sorry for the inconvenience. Just placed an order with AFloral. The 20% discount was just the prodding I needed.
Jenna Sue says
Oh yay! So glad you found something that caught your eye. Hope you love it too 🙂
Madhu says
These are beautiful!! Could you please add a link for Artificial Eucalyptus Branches and Faux Smilax Stems.
marjana vončina says
Well I love faux flowers a lot. Every spring I have artificial tulips and daffodils in the garden. Peonys bloom late in winter, chrysantemums bloom all winter long. But one must be careful not to put too much blooms in the real bushes, just a tuch. My fence around the garden is overgrown with ivy and with a touch of white faux flowers the garden is beautiful.
Love you blog.
Marianne, Europe, Slovenia
Jenna Sue says
That sounds beautiful, Marjana! It’s too hot for a lot of flowers to grow here in central FL (and I also just don’t have a green thumb or the patience) so faux florals are the way to go!