Sources for My Favorite Faux Greenery
I’m breaking down what to look for when you are buying faux greenery, listing my favorites, and providing sources for everything!
Decorating with faux greenery and flowers can be very hard to get right. I have purchased some really bad stuff along the way, and with each regretful purchase, I have learned what works, and what doesn’t. Today I’m sharing my favorite faux greenery picks, along with some tips for making them look (almost) real.
Preserved Boxwood
Of all the faux greenery I have ever purchased, preserved boxwood is by far the most realistic. It’s actually real boxwood, and there are many different DIY preserving methods. The most popular method is using a mixture of glycerin, dye, and citric acid. Or you can do what I do, and simply buy the boxwood already preserved!
I have had my wreaths and garland for several years, and it’s all still bright and beautiful. I especially love the wreaths because they can be used anytime of the year. Preserved boxwood is an investment at the start, but it pays off by providing years of use and enjoyment. (Boxwood sources listed at the end.)
Eucalyptus Garland
When I styled my winter shelves, I used a long dough bowl on the top shelf. I originally left the bowl empty, with plans to add seasonal greenery or flowers. When I saw this eucalyptus garland, I knew it could double duty. I measured my dough bowl, and then snipped off a piece of garland that rests perfectly in the bowl. The remaining piece of garland was used to make a spring wreath, which I will be showing you soon. This garland can also be used as a dining table centerpiece, or nestled in a bowl or basket.
Rosemary
I love rosemary. I love fresh rosemary, dried rosemary, and I am completely in love with these little bushes of faux rosemary. They come three or four to a pack, and fluff up beautifully. Even though it doesn’t smell like fresh rosemary, it’s definitely the next best thing! (The rosemary bushes pictured below are no longer available. I found these, and actually like them better!)
Lamb’s Ear
A few years ago I discovered faux lamb’s ear stems and garland. Since then, I’ve collected a few stems at a time, and I now have a nice bunch that I can reuse for various arrangements. It’s a beautiful sage green color, and has a furry texture just like the real thing. Adding natural elements, like cotton bolls, makes it look full and more realistic.
Peonies
Although not technically greenery, I’m throwing in some peonies. When it comes to peonies, I am not going to insult your intelligence by saying that these faux flowers look like peonies from the garden.
They do not.
However, they are very pretty, and if you mix them with some fresh or dried greenery, they will sustain you until peony season arrives! In the image below, I added some dried eucalyptus. Some other suggestions for add-ins are fresh seeded eucalyptus, fern leaves, or baby’s breath.
Click the links below to be taken directly to the product listing. Every effort has been made to provide sources for the items found in this post. Where actual items were no longer available, I’ve provided similar options. If an item is out of stock but may be restocked, I left it on the list.
*Affiliate links included. See my disclosure statement. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
- Boxwood garland
- Boxwood 22 inch wreath
- Boxwood 16 inch wreath
- Boxwood mini wreath
- Eucalyptus Garland
- Rosemary Bushes
- Lamb’s Ear stem
- Lamb’s Ear garland
- Peonies
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