Burgundy Real Touch Bellflower - 19 Inch

The Story

Some flowers stand out because they're bold. Others draw you in because they're beautifully understated.

This bellflower has softly cupped blooms with gently ruffled petals that create a relaxed, garden-inspired look. The rich burgundy coloring gives the flower warmth and depth, while the natural shape keeps it from feeling overly formal. It has the kind of quiet beauty that works just as well in a simple vase as it does layered into a larger arrangement.

The Real Touch petals give the blooms a remarkably natural feel, while the wired stem makes shaping easy. Whether paired with roses, ranunculus, dahlias, or seasonal greenery, this stem brings softness, movement, and another layer of interest without competing for attention. It's one of those stems that works beautifully throughout the year because it complements so many different color palettes and floral styles.

Design Function

Designed to function as both a focal stem and a movement stem, bringing soft bloom texture, natural shaping, and gentle movement while adding depth and richness to floral arrangements.

Details at a Glance

Flower: Bellflower Stem
Color: Burgundy
Season: Summer, Fall, Winter
Height: 19 inches
Material: Real Touch Stem
Quality Tier: Real Touch Collection
Sold As: Individual Stem
Stem Type: Wired and Flexible
Best Vase Size: Petite, Everyday, and Narrow-Neck Vases
Design Role: Focal Stem and Movement Stem
Care: Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth. Keep indoors and avoid prolonged direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, and outdoor exposure.

The Real Touch Standard

This stem was selected for its realistic bloom texture, natural petal shape, and versatility throughout the seasons.

The Real Touch petals have a soft, lifelike feel that closely resembles fresh flowers, while the gently cupped blooms create natural variation from flower to flower. Rather than looking perfectly identical, each bloom contributes to an arrangement that feels more relaxed, organic, and naturally gathered.

The flexible wired stem allows the blooms to be positioned with subtle movement, making it easy to create a softer silhouette that closely resembles fresh-cut floral arranging.

How to Style It

Stem Count: One stem makes a beautiful accent in a petite arrangement. Use three to five stems for a fuller bouquet or layered seasonal design.

Vase Recommendation: Beautiful in petite, everyday, and narrow-neck vases.

Arrangement Role: Use as a focal flower while allowing the blooms to weave naturally through surrounding greenery and complementary florals.

Pairing Approach: Pair with garden roses, ranunculus, dahlias, eucalyptus, olive branches, or delicate filler flowers. The burgundy color works beautifully with creams, blushes, warm neutrals, and richer seasonal palettes.

Placement Idea: Style on coffee tables, bedside tables, entry consoles, bookshelves, or anywhere a smaller arrangement adds warmth and natural color.

Quick Styling Formula: Three bellflower stems + one eucalyptus stem + two cream ranunculus stems creates a soft, garden-inspired arrangement with beautiful depth and natural movement.

Where It Works Best

• Petite vase arrangements
• Coffee table styling
• Entry console displays
• Bedside table arrangements
• Layered garden-inspired bouquets

Mel's Styling Take

I like to let the upper bloom sit just a little higher than the rest instead of bending everything into one line. That little bit of height helps the stem feel more natural and gives the arrangement a softer, garden-picked look.

Pairs Well With

• Cream True Bloom Ranunculus Bundle
• White True Bloom Rose Bundle
• Burgundy Flat Leaf Eucalyptus Stem
• Faux Olive Branch
• Orange Real Touch Dahlia Stem

Good to Know

• Sold as one individual stem.
• Real Touch petals provide a soft, lifelike finish.
• Wired stem allows for natural shaping.
• Beautiful in both simple and layered arrangements.
• Designed for indoor decorative use.
• Suitable for year-round styling.

Climate & Care Considerations

This stem performs beautifully in most indoor environments, including humid regions and drier climates.

Because this bellflower features Real Touch petals and flexible stem construction, we recommend avoiding prolonged direct sunlight, excessive heat exposure, outdoor use, and direct moisture. This helps preserve the rich burgundy color, realistic petal texture, and overall appearance of the stem.

For customers in humid climates, including many areas along the East Coast, North Coast, South Coast, Southeast, and Gulf Coast regions, this stem is suitable for indoor decorative use under normal home conditions. Keep it away from damp windowsills, bathrooms with heavy steam, or areas where condensation collects.

Because this is a richly pigmented Real Touch floral, prolonged exposure to moisture may cause color transfer. Avoid displaying or storing the stem in damp environments, including bathrooms. When storing, gently wrap the blooms in tissue and keep them separate from cream, white, blush, or other lighter-colored florals whenever possible. This helps protect both the petals and nearby stems during long-term storage.

Product Insight

Burgundy Real Touch bellflower stems are commonly used to create year-round garden-inspired arrangements with soft movement, realistic texture, and rich botanical color.

Care & Maintenance

You chose stems that last. Here’s how to make sure they do.

Faux florals are low maintenance, but not no maintenance. A little intentional care goes a long way toward keeping your stems looking the way they did the day they arrived.

Think of this page as your go-to resource. Bookmark it, come back to it, and use it whenever your arrangements need a refresh.

Every stem is chosen with intention — so it works in your home, not just in a vase.

First Things First: Know Your Stems

Not all faux florals are cared for the same way. True Bloom Floral carries three tiers, each with slightly different needs.

True Bloom stems
Our highest tier. Premium real touch stems with detailed surface coatings. Handle gently and keep completely dry.

Real Touch stems
Soft, natural-feeling stems. Clean gently using dry methods or a lightly damp cloth for spot cleaning.

Standard faux stems (including filler)
More forgiving. Can be cleaned with a damp cloth or mild soap solution when needed.

When in doubt, less is more. Gentle care works for every tier.

Everyday Care: The Four Habits That Matter

1. Dust regularly
Dust dulls color and texture over time. A quick dust every 1–2 weeks keeps stems looking fresh.

2. Keep out of direct sunlight
Bright rooms are fine, but prolonged direct sun will fade colors over time, especially deeper tones.

3. Avoid heat and humidity
Keep stems away from fireplaces, radiators, kitchens, and bathrooms. Heat and moisture can damage materials.

4. Reshape as needed
Real touch stems are flexible. Gently reshape petals or bend wired stems to create natural movement.

Cleaning Your Stems

True Bloom & Real Touch Stems

These require the most careful approach.

What works:

• Soft brush (makeup brush, paintbrush, microfiber cloth)
• Hair dryer on cool, low setting (held at least 12 inches away)
• Gentle shake outdoors
• Lightly damp cloth (Real Touch only, for spot cleaning)

What to avoid:

• Submerging in water
• Harsh cleaners or sprays
• Heat or warm air

Standard Faux & Filler Stems

More flexible and easier to clean.

What works:

• All dry cleaning methods above
• Damp cloth or gentle wipe
• Mild soap solution with cool water
• Salt or cornstarch method (shake in a bag to remove dust)

What to avoid:

• Soaking stems
• Aggressive scrubbing

Reflexing Your Stems

Reflexing is a professional floral technique that opens petals outward to create a fuller, more natural look.

Why reflex?

Stems are packed tightly for shipping. Reflexing opens them up, adds dimension, and transforms the overall look.

Best stems for reflexing:

• Roses
• Peonies
• Tulips
• Gladiolus

How to reflex:

• Work slowly with your fingertips
• Gently bend outer petals backward
• Warm petals slightly between your hands if needed
• Never force anything

A reflexed stem instantly looks more elevated and intentional.

Highly Pigmented Stems

Deep tones like reds, burgundies, and jewel shades may transfer color if pressed against light surfaces for extended periods.

This is normal for richly pigmented materials.

To prevent issues:

• Avoid prolonged contact with light fabrics or surfaces
• Wipe surfaces promptly if transfer occurs
• Give stems space when arranging

Storing Your Stems

How you store your stems matters just as much as how you display them.

• Store upright when possible
• Wrap loosely in tissue paper
• Use a supportive storage box
• Keep in a cool, dry, dark space
• Avoid overpacking

Giving stems space helps preserve their shape and structure.

A Note on Vases

Faux florals don’t create water stains or bacteria, but vase care still matters.

• Dust interiors regularly
• Wipe glass vases to remove smudges
• Use filler (stones or foam) to stabilize arrangements
• If adding water for aesthetics, keep real touch stems above the waterline

How Long Will My Stems Last?

With proper care, True Bloom and Real Touch stems typically last five years or more.

The three biggest factors that shorten their lifespan:

• Direct sunlight
• Dust buildup
• Poor storage

Avoid those, and your arrangements will stay beautiful for years.
View full visual Care & Maintenance guide here