{"product_id":"faux-allium-stem","title":"Faux Allium stem","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"title\" content=\"Aldbury Faux Allium Spray — Cream \u0026amp; Green, 62cm Tall Stem\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"description\" content=\"Lifelike faux allium stem with a generous cream and green starburst globe head, on a long 62cm stem. 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Real alliums hold their dramatic spherical bloom for only a few weeks each summer; the Aldbury keeps that architectural shape on a sideboard, dining table or hallway console through every season. Buy three for a sculptural single-stem grouping, five for a fuller arrangement, or pair with foliage like eucalyptus or hydrangea for a layered, garden-gathered look.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003chr class=\"divider\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"section-label\"\u003eWhat sets it apart\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"section-heading\"\u003eThe detail that makes it different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"section-body\"\u003e\n    Most faux alliums on the market betray themselves at the globe — solid, foam-formed heads stuck with rigid florets that give away the artificial construction at first glance. The Aldbury is built differently. \u003cstrong\u003eThe globe is composed of dozens of individually formed star-shaped florets, layered in cream and soft green tones for a naturalistic two-tone effect\u003c\/strong\u003e, with enough density and visual depth to read convincingly even at close range. The stem is straight and tall in the manner of a real allium — many faux versions cheat with a short, stubby stem to save on material — and the head sits in proportion at the top in the way that gives real alliums their distinctive lollipop silhouette. Up close, the details hold up. At a distance, it simply reads as one of the most sculptural flowers in English gardening.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"collection-callout\"\u003e\n    \u003csvg style=\"flex-shrink: 0; margin-top: 2px;\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.2\" stroke=\"#8b6f4e\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 18 18\" height=\"18\" width=\"18\"\u003e\n      \u003crect rx=\"1\" height=\"11\" width=\"16\" y=\"5\" x=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\n      \u003cpath d=\"M5 5V4a3 3 0 0 1 6 0v1\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n    \u003c\/svg\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBuy three or five stems together for a sculptural single-flower arrangement, or layer with other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.charlestedhome.co.uk\/collections\/faux-flowers-stems\"\u003efaux foliage stems\u003c\/a\u003e like eucalyptus, olive or hydrangea for a fuller, garden-gathered composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"suits-row\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"suits-tag\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"suits-tag\"\u003eModern Rustic\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"suits-tag\"\u003eContemporary\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"suits-tag\"\u003eCoastal\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"suits-tag\"\u003eTransitional\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"suits-tag\"\u003eClassic\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003chr class=\"divider\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"faq\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-label\"\u003eGood to know\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eIs it sold individually or as a bunch?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eEach Aldbury allium stem is sold individually. For a properly architectural look, we'd suggest at least three stems together (odd numbers always read more naturally than even), or five for a fuller statement arrangement in a wide-bellied vase or urn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eCan the stem be trimmed?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eYes — the stem can be trimmed with wire cutters or strong scissors for shorter vases. Allium looks particularly good with varied stem heights in an arrangement, so consider trimming some stems shorter and leaving others at full length for a more naturalistic composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eWhat kind of vase suits it best?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA tall, narrow-necked vase or jug works well for a single stem or a small grouping — the narrow neck holds the long stems in position without them flopping. For larger groupings, a wider-bellied urn or vase with a generous opening lets the stems fan out and shows off the spherical heads at their best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eHow do I clean it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eDust gently with a soft brush — a clean make-up brush or a soft paintbrush works well for getting between the individual florets. A cool hairdryer on low setting can also lift dust from the globe. Avoid wet cleaners, which can stain the cream florets or disturb the construction. Keep out of prolonged direct sunlight to preserve the colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dims\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"dims-label\"\u003eSpecifications \u0026amp; materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dims-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eType\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003eSingle faux stem\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eSubject\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003eAllium, cream \u0026amp; green\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eOverall height\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003e62 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eStem\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003eLong, naturally-coloured\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eSold as\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003eIndividual stem\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003eIndoor use\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CharlesTed Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49596053487941,"sku":"FLOEM423780-SS24","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/9782\/7397\/files\/alium.jpg?v=1779819919","url":"https:\/\/www.charlestedhome.co.uk\/products\/faux-allium-stem","provider":"CharlesTed Home","version":"1.0","type":"link"}