Choosing the Right Vase to Create Stunning Faux Flower Displays in your Home
Seddon and Davison share their expert advice
From show-stopping single stem protea or hydrangeas to some of the most realistic roses, alliums and eucalyptus in the market place, Mark and Kara, the husband and wife behind the brand, make sure they see every new stem in person before they make the grade to be included in their ever growing range of artificial stems and plants. Sourcing from the UK and overseas, Mark and Kara only select high quality faux foliage, continually bringing in new seasonal stems to create incredible displays for every room in your home.
As a home interiors store they also stock vases, jugs, pots and urns of all shapes and sizes to complement their flowers and plants, and regularly work together with customers to create the perfect display for their space.
It’s no surprise that they are also in a very strong position to see which vessels work with different types of floral arrangement. ‘Granted,’ Kara says, ‘we have the luxury of our own personal playground of flowers and vases to work with so we can experiment with lots of ideas. Also some stems (nice greenery with spaced out leaves such a Eucalyptus Silver Dollar), will look great in any shape vase,’ – but Kara and Mark both feel the following tips will come in handy to help you choose the right flowers for the right vase, or vice versa.
Urn or Hourglass Shape
This vase shape is ideal for large branches, sturdy greenery and big, wild floral arrangements with drooping foliage.
The bulbous body shape of the vase combined with a small opening allows stems to spread out inside the vase for a good ‘lean’ outside of the vase – making it perfect for a large, slightly wild, arrangement of flowers or branches, a definite favourite for the creative team at Seddon and Davison.
This style of vase is also good for stems without a lot of flexibility – like cherry blossom or magnolia branches – and the vases themselves make great statement pieces for a kitchen island or console, or really large examples can be down on the floor in a hallway perhaps.
Cylinder Vases
Cylinder vases are ideal for large floral arrangements or ‘droopy’ florals and greenery. This is a vase that can work with so many varieties of arrangements and it’s well worth keeping one in the cupboard just in case you receive a gorgeous bouquet of flowers (one can hope…). The tall, slender profile of this vase also works well for stems with heavier heads and gives a bouquet more structure.
A variation on the cylinder vase is a rustic jug or pitcher, and definitely a go-to at Seddon and Davison. It works best if the vase (or jug) is about half the height of the arrangement inside.
Fish Bowl Vase
These work well for single flower arrangements (e.g roses, peonies and hydrangeas) with a larger bowl better for larger flower heads. Any flower that doesn’t flop too much works well. These types of vases are great on a dining table too – that you actually use to dine at – as the body is low and allows for conversation across the table.
Bottle-Necked Vase
Less is more with this type of vase. The bottleneck shape works brilliantly for two or three stems or branches, especially with an asymmetrical lean. Really architectural – but remember to avoid any excess leaves near the neck of the vase to keep a cleaner profile. Smaller bottle-neck vases look lovely on a bedside table with just a single stem.
Bud Vase
Use a bud vase to display a single cut stem like a rose from the garden, a wisp of leaves on a stem (such as eucalyptus) or mini arrangements of wild flowers. Bud vases look fabulous grouped together, or scattered through the house with pretty little spring or summer flowers. They are ideal for smaller spaces like bedside tables, windowsills or tablescapes, adding a delicate touch to any area.
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As well as their beautiful selection of artificial flowers and vases, you can also find furniture, lighting, ceramics, candles, soft furnishings, glassware, and other pieces to complete your home. Every item is chosen for its quality, style, and timeless appeal, helping you create spaces that feel warm, welcoming, and full of character.
The small family-run business is a must for interiors lovers and their friendly team are always on hand to provide help – not just in arranging your perfect flower display, but to find that key piece for your home, a special gift, or fresh inspiration.
Cosy, earthy and timeless – their style offers traditional warmth with contemporary elegance.
