Mulberry Purple Real Touch Anemone Stem - 17.5 Inch

The Story

The anemone has a character all its own. Its open face, dramatic center, and gently cupped petals create a striking focal point without overwhelming an arrangement. This rich mulberry purple colorway brings unexpected depth, offering a sophisticated alternative to traditional florals while remaining remarkably versatile throughout the year.

The bloom carries a quiet confidence that pairs beautifully with softer garden flowers, flowering branches, and seasonal greenery. Whether styled as the feature flower in a petite arrangement or woven throughout a larger composition, this stem introduces rich color, graceful movement, and the kind of botanical detail that naturally draws the eye.

Design Function

Designed to create a dramatic focal point while introducing natural movement and rich color throughout an arrangement.

Details at a Glance

Flower: Anemone 
Color: Mulberry Purple
Season: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Height: 17.5 Inches
Material: Premium Real Touch Bloom with Faux Stem & Foliage
Quality Tier: Real Touch Collection
Sold As: Individual Stem
Stem Type: Wired & Flexible
Best Vase Size: Petite, Everyday, Narrow Neck
Design Role: Focal Flower, Movement
Care: Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth. Designed for indoor decorative use.

The Real Touch Standard

Our Real Touch Collection is chosen for remarkably lifelike texture, natural color variation, and botanical realism. The bloom has a soft-touch finish that closely mimics the feel of fresh petals, while the stem is designed to shape naturally for effortless styling. Every stem is selected to create arrangements that look refined, believable, and beautiful throughout every season.

How to Style It

Stem Count: Use 3–5 stems for a full petite arrangement or combine 1–3 stems with complementary florals to create a designer-inspired focal point.

Vase Recommendation: Petite, Everyday, and Narrow Neck vases.

Arrangement Role: Creates a focal point while adding graceful movement and contrast.

Pairing Approach: Pair with ranunculus, tulips, hellebores, garden roses, flowering branches, or airy greenery for a layered garden-inspired arrangement.

Placement Idea: Beautiful on bedside tables, powder rooms, kitchen counters, bookshelves, coffee tables, and dining tables.

Quick Styling Formula: Three Mulberry Purple Real Touch Anemones + Two White Hellebores + One Mixed Eucalyptus Bundle.

Where It Works Best

• Bedside tables
• Coffee tables
• Kitchen counters
• Dining tables
• Powder rooms
• Bookshelves

Mel's Styling Take

Anemones have a way of pulling an arrangement together without asking for attention. Their dark centers naturally create contrast, making surrounding flowers appear brighter while adding depth that feels balanced rather than busy.

Pairs Well With

• Mixed Eucalyptus Bundle
• White Hellebore Stem
• Buttercream Faux Cymbidium Orchid
• Two-Tone Pink Dahlia Bud & Bloom Stem
• Purple Faux Lilac Bundle

Good to Know

• Soft-touch bloom offers a remarkably realistic feel.
• Wired stem allows for gentle shaping and natural placement.
• Designed for indoor decorative use.

Also Available In

• Blue
• Eggplant 
  
• Light Peach
  

Climate & Care Considerations

This Real Touch anemone stem is intended primarily for indoor decorative use and performs best in climate-controlled home environments with low to moderate humidity.

Because the bloom features a high-pigment Real Touch finish, customers living in humid climates should avoid displaying this stem in areas with prolonged moisture or excessive humidity. Bathrooms, saunas, laundry rooms, covered patios, or other damp environments are not recommended, as moisture may cause pigment transfer over time.

To help preserve the rich mulberry coloring, avoid placing the stem in prolonged direct sunlight or near fireplaces, radiators, heating vents, or windows that receive intense afternoon sun. Long-term exposure to heat and ultraviolet light may gradually affect the bloom's original color.

Due to the highly pigmented Real Touch finish, this stem should also be stored separately from white, ivory, cream, or other light-colored florals. Extended contact during storage may allow color transfer to occur. Store in a cool, dry location where the bloom is protected from pressure and direct contact with lighter-colored stems.

For routine care, dust gently with a soft, dry cloth or a gentle burst of cool air. Avoid using water, cleaning sprays, or damp cloths directly on the bloom.

Product Insight

A 17.5-inch Real Touch anemone featuring a rich mulberry bloom with realistic texture, perfect for creating dramatic focal arrangements in every season.

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