Are silk flowers good for outside?
Most silk flowers are not meant to be kept outdoors. Genuine silk flowers are incredibly delicate (which gives them their genuine look, and which is why they are so expensive) and are meant for indoor use only. Typically, silk designed for outdoors will last around two months.) UV-treated faux plants.
Can artificial silk flowers be used outdoors?
Yes, you can definitely use fake plants and trees outdoors. These plants and trees make use of fade resistant technology which prevents them from losing color in outdoor areas. Outdoor artificial foliage can be used in exterior areas without worrying about color loss due to harsh sun, wind, water, and snow.
What flowers are in Swiss window boxes?
The flowers in the boxes are typically geraniums and ivy. There are several types of “balcony geraniums”. The ones below are part of the “minicascade” type of geraniums. They trail about 2 feet and bloom like crazy.
How do you weatherproof silk flowers?
Spray with a couple coats of WD-40 to help repel water from rain and sprinklers, and to protect silk flowers’ colors from fading due to sunlight. After spraying with WD-40, the silk flowers or greenery will stay beautiful and vibrant for a longer period of time while placed near your loved one’s grave.
Are geraniums good for window boxes?
Geraniums are beautifully fragrant plants that look great in window boxes. They grow best in a sunny spot, but they need some afternoon shade in hot summer weather.
What can you spray on silk flowers to keep from fading?
What kind of plants grow in window boxes?
This selection of window box plants features brilliant flowering vines, faux ferns, and even tropical plant varieties. Choose from styles like buoyant fake geraniums, cascading azaleas and elegant fern and ivy arrangements.
What can you do with silk flowers?
Using silk flowers is fun and easy, and allows gardeners to use plant types that were previously off limits. Make window boxes never before possible and proudly display in any nook or cranny of your home exterior.
Can you plant a window box without water?
Make window box ideas spring to life, without water, using artificial flowers and plants. Our flower arrangements are the ideal solution in hard-to-plant areas like second story windows, and under- or over-exposed parts of your home. Also to create a lovely window garden without the demands of live plant care.
What can you put in a planter box?
We know our customers love to fill planter boxes with vibrant flowers, cascading vines and springy greens. Outdoor artificial plants and flowers provide that opportunity in hard-to-reach spots, or areas with too much or too little sunlight. Our DIY arrangements come in attractive styles for all your favorite window box ideas.