Heliconia (Trailing) — Deep Crimson

This artificial Heliconia comes in Deep Crimson. Pointed bracts sit in tiers along the trailing stem, each opening away from the central line. The bracts are deep red with charcoal tone. Small hanging stamens sit beneath several bracts.

For a single stem, use a tall vase and let the trailing section fall over the rim. Turn the stem so the bracts open towards the main viewing side, with the tip hanging clear of the vase.

When using several stems, let some stems fall through the centre and guide others towards the sides. The repeated bracts build a fuller cascade and carry Deep Crimson from the vase opening to the lower edge of the arrangement.

Dimensions (indicative):
Overall length: ~95 cm
Trailing section: ~50 cm (from arch to tip)

Design notes:

A smoked graphite glass vase places Deep Crimson against a dark surface. Japanese porcelain provides a pale ceramic base. A honed travertine vessel places the red bracts above a matte stone finish.

Pair Deep Crimson with bone, taupe or warm limestone. Scarlet, merlot and garnet continue the red colour range. Pine, malachite and ultramarine provide stronger contrast.

Phalaenopsis orchids introduce wider open flowers through the cascade. Roses can sit closer to the vase to increase volume around the upper section. Iris adds a narrow upright line beside the falling bracts.

Styling suggestions only. Vessels and companion stems are sold separately unless expressly stated.