Faux foliage has taken the home decor world by storm — and for good reason. It’s timeless, effortlessly stylish, and requires absolutely no upkeep. Whether you’re sprucing up your hallway, dining room, or mantle, a faux foliage arrangement can breathe new life into your space. The key is in the detail: shape, height, colour variation, and, of course, the right vase.

If you're not sure where to start, don’t worry. This blog walks you through everything you need to know — from selecting realistic faux foliage to creating large luxury arrangements using pieces from our collection.

Styling a Large Faux Foliage Arrangement

There’s something incredibly chic about a grand, oversized foliage arrangement. It makes a statement without shouting for attention and brings a fresh, natural feel into your home — without ever wilting. Large faux foliage arrangements are perfect for entryways, dining rooms, or corners that need a bit of drama.

Our Luxury Faux Foliage Arrangement is the perfect example. Full of soft, layered greens with plenty of movement, it gives the impression of hand-cut garden foliage. Combine this with our Faux Silver Dollar Eucalyptus Stems to add fullness and that signature sage-green tone that works beautifully with both modern and traditional interiors.

Sophie's Tip: Always use an odd number of stems for a more natural, relaxed look, and allow the foliage to drape slightly for that just-gathered feel.

Which Vase Should I Use for My Arrangement?

Choosing the right vase is just as important as selecting your stems. A tall, wide-necked vase gives your faux greenery room to breathe, while narrow necks create structure and height.

For large faux foliage arrangements, we recommend using a ceramic or stoneware vase with a bit of weight. This helps balance the visual impact of larger stems and prevents the arrangement from looking top-heavy. Neutral tones — whites, creams, or light greys — allow the greenery to pop, making it the focal point of the room.

Pair our faux Faux Peony and Silver Dollar Eucalyptus Arrangement with a gently curved ceramic vase like our Hesketh vase with handles for a romantic yet structured centrepiece.

Ideas for Lush Green Faux Foliage Arrangements

Ready to start styling? Here are a few arrangement ideas using Ivy Grey Interiors' faux foliage products:

1. Hallway Welcome Arrangement

Create a warm welcome by placing a tall vase filled with Faux Silver Dollar Eucalyptus and Olive Stems on a console table. This mix adds texture and height while remaining subtle and fresh.

2. Dining Table Centrepiece

Keep your dining table decor minimal and stylish with a low ceramic bowl filled with soft White Ranunculus, olive sprigs, and a touch of silver dollar eucalyptus. It’s elegant and allows guests to see each other over dinner.

3. Kitchen Shelf Styling

Add greenery to your kitchen by placing small bunches of faux eucalyptus in bud vases or clear jars on open shelves. It’s a subtle nod to spring that instantly refreshes the room.

4. Mantlepiece Arrangement

Layer faux foliage like Faux White Willow and eucalyptus along your mantle, weaving in soft fairy lights or candles for a touch of calm during evenings.

Realistic Faux Foliage: What to Look For

With faux stems, realism is everything. Look for slight variations in colour, soft textures, and flexible wired stems that allow you to bend and shape them naturally. The stems from Ivy Grey Interiors are especially high-quality, offering soft-touch foliage that mimics the real thing down to the tiniest leaf tip.

Our Faux White Ranunculus and Olive Faux Floral Arrangement pairs the softness of early spring flowers with muted, earthy greens to create a relaxed and romantic look.

Creating Balance with Faux Greenery

One of the biggest styling mistakes people make with faux foliage is going too symmetrical or too sparse. A good arrangement has movement, variation, and a slightly undone feel.

Try This Combo:

• 3x Faux Silver Dollar Eucalyptus Stems

• 2x Faux Olive Sprays

• 1x Faux White Willow Stem

Let the stems fan out loosely and trail gently over the edge of the vase. Pop it in the centre of a console table or on a sideboard, and let the texture do the talking.

How to Care for Faux Greenery

While faux foliage doesn’t need watering, it does need the occasional refresh. Here are a few simple tips to keep it looking lovely:

• Dust regularly with a soft cloth or feather duster.

• Gently use the hairdryer on a low setting to get rid of the dust..

• Fluff and reshape stems every season to keep arrangements looking full and lifelike.

Faux Foliage for Every Room

Whether you’re after a full statement piece or a simple green accent, faux foliage works in every room:

• Bathroom: A single eucalyptus stem in a slim vase adds spa-like freshness.

• Bedroom: Style a pair of smaller foliage arrangements on bedside tables for a relaxed look.

• Living Room: Mix faux florals with your greenery in a low coffee table bowl for that effortless finish.

Final Thoughts

Faux foliage isn’t just a trend — it’s a design choice that brings year-round beauty without the faff of fresh flowers. With the right combination of colour, texture, and vase, your faux arrangements can look just as lovely as the real thing.

Browse our full collection of faux greenery and discover how easy it is to style your space with beautiful, lasting foliage.

Whether you’re going grand with a large faux foliage arrangement or keeping it simple with a few eucalyptus stems, there’s something utterly timeless about lush, green styling in the home.