There’s nothing like flowers in full bloom to bring color and joy to your outdoor spaces. Lifelike artificial arrangements carry the same impact, without the usual worry of wilting and constant maintenance. Learn more about Balsam Hill’s outdoor-safe artificial flowers and all the different ways you can display them with this guide.
Best Outdoor Artificial Flowers: What To Look For
There are many variations of artificial flowers, from handmade paper creations to commercially available silk or plastic blooms. While all are pleasing to look at or put on display, there are a few things to consider when selecting the perfect ones to display outdoors.
Realistic
Choose the most realistic artificial outdoor flowers you can find if you’re planning to display them outside. This helps them blend in more seamlessly with your existing natural foliage or greenery.
Balsam Hill is known for highly realistic artificial christmas trees, and we uphold the same standard for our artificial flowers. Our flower arrangements are meticulously designed, and many are crafted and assembled by hand to ensure utmost realism. This makes them the best artificial flowers for outdoor planters, though many of our products already come display-ready in their own vessels.
Outdoor-Safe
To guarantee superior protection against the elements, Balsam Hill’s most realistic outdoor artificial flower arrangements are specially UV treated to help preserve their vibrant color. This allows you to safely display your wreaths, garlands, and other decorations outdoors for up to three months a year.
Insider's Tip
Many of Balsam Hill's artificial floral greenery come in coordinating sets. This allows you to easily create a cohesive display both indoors and outdoors.
How To Use Artificial Flowers Outside
Balsam Hill combines the most lifelike versions of popular flowers and foliage into unique arrangements you would be proud to display anywhere in the home. Here are some of the ways you can spruce up your outdoor areas with artificial flowers.
Wreaths and Garlands
Wreaths and garlands decorated with vibrant artificial flowers brighten up your porch or garden gate. Hang a wreath on your door or front-facing windows and accentuate with coordinating garlands wrapped around railings or posts.
Potted Arrangements
Create a pocketful of sunshine on end tables, porch steps, or other small areas by displaying an exuberant arrangement of colorful blooms. Use a galvanized bucket, wicker basket, or stone planter for a rustic look.
Window Boxes
Dress up plain windows with window box arrangements that match or complement your door wreath or shrubbery. You won’t have to worry about trimming or watering them, as they’re the more low-maintenance option versus real blooms.
Hanging Baskets
Spruce up empty corners of your porch or patio with a hanging arrangement. Hang them solo or in groups of three at varying heights for a bigger impact.
The Best Outdoor-Safe Florals From Balsam Hill
Here are some of our most popular artificial flower arrangements for outdoor display.
Outdoor Radiant Peony Wreath
Capture the beauty of one of springtime’s most beloved blooms. Realistic peonies are paired with daisies, dahlias, and ivy set against boxwood foliage.
Outdoor Enchanted Garden Wreath
Evoke the magic of your very own secret garden with dainty flowers in lavender hues set against variegated ivy and pothos leaves.
Outdoor Sunrise Dahlia Garland
Mimic the splendor of springtime sunrises and sunsets with lifelike dahlias, daisies, and carnations in vibrant orange and yellow shades.
Outdoor Magnolia Leaves Garland
A classic favorite, bring a touch of nature to your al fresco areas with lifelike magnolia leaves and buds.
Outdoor Seaside Cottage Potted Flowers
Bring to mind cheery summer skies and refreshing ocean sprays with an artful arrangement of daisies, forget-me-nots, lisianthus, and baby’s breath.
Outdoor Meadow Window Box
Create a colorful summertime vignette with lifelike wildflowers, lavender, and mixed greenery.
Outdoor Vibrant Summer Bloom Hanging Basket
Your patio will be pretty in pink with realistic gerberas, hydrangeas, daisies, and lavender blossoms in an eye-catching hanging arrangement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here we answer common questions about displaying artificial flowers outdoors.
Can Artificial Flowers Be Used Outside?
You can decorate outdoor areas with artificial blooms, but for the best results, make sure you use ones marked as safe for outdoor display. These have been specially treated or made to withstand exposure to the elements, making them the best artificial flowers for outdoors.
What Is the Best Material for Outdoor Artificial Plants?
Most faux plants for outdoor use are made of a combination of materials, from foam to silk and plastic. These vary across different price points. Look for the best UV-treated artificial plants and flowers you can afford to ensure they can be safely displayed outside. These are commonly made of high-quality plastic.
How Do You Make Outdoor Artificial Flowers Look Real?
Use the best quality outdoor artificial flowers within your budget, especially if you plan to display them outdoors. Try mixing and matching them with real plants and flowers to enhance their impact. Good-quality blooms will look just as lifelike when mixed in with their natural counterparts and will give you good value for money as you can use them season after season.
We hope this guide has inspired you to liven up your al fresco spaces with artificial flowers. To shop our selection of realistic artificial flowers, click on the link below.
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