Can artificial flowers stand in water?

When you buy a bouquet of artificial flowers, you naturally like to enjoy their beauty for years to come. Yet people often combine artificial flowers with fresh flowers in a vase with water. But are artificial flowers actually allowed to stand in water?

The stems of artificial flowers

The stems of artificial flowers are usually made of plastic and well resistant to water. However, prolonged exposure can cause oxidation. Some stems also have an extra realistic coating that wears off faster in water. Finally, most flower stems contain an iron wire for extra strength; this can rust with continued exposure to moisture.

Although your artificial flowers will probably be fine in water for a while, we advise against it to prevent your artificial flowers from losing quality. This way, your artificial flowers will remain lifelike and you will enjoy your artificial bouquet longer.

Tips for a stylish solution

With some simple tips, you can avoid losing the quality of your artificial flowers due to exposure to water.

1. Do you combine fresh flowers with artificial flowers? Dry the stems thoroughly after you remove the stems from the water and discard the fresh flowers.

2. Use a non-transparent vase. This will solve the water problem and make your bouquet look beautiful.

3. Get used to the idea of a flower vase without water. You will save time and avoid accidents with pets or children.

With these tips, you can keep your artificial bouquet in top condition, so it will shine for years! Curious about RHODÉ's artificial bouquets. Check out our collection of artificial flowers here!