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Mark D. Sikes |
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When I got it, it was selling out everywhere and selling for very high prices. This has restocked but is sold at prices up to $528.00 like here. Most websites sell it for $400 or more. I have found the identical one by the same manufacturer direct from the manufacturer for $199.99.
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7' Weeping Willow Tree |
I love it in a big chunky basket or in a blue and white Chinese fishbowl, whatever your preference. Here are my tips for making your faux tree look fabulous.
1. Usually the pot is just black plastic or too dinky or too ugly. Upgrade the planter if necessary - it should be about two thirds the width of the plant. If you are buying a new planter, leave the tree in the original pot. If the new planter is too tall - great - the tree will look taller if you prop it up on bricks or an overturned clay pot or whatever. Then stuff bricks or bubble wrap or styrofoam or plastic trash bags around the original pot to secure it in the new planter so it doesn't tip.
2. The plant will need fluffing out of the box just like when you set up an artificial Christmas tree. Arrange and adjust the branches and the leaves. Don't be afraid to remove leaves - I find a lot of faux plants are too bushy. With large leaves like fiddle leaf figs, I generally position the leaves to face forward - the backs of the leaves usually look fake. This is not as necessary with small leaves. Top with a nice thick layer of preserved sheet moss.
Some people have a thing about faux plants. My opinion is that they have come so far just like artificial Christmas trees that they look very real. And they are stress and maintenance free. Designers use them all the time. This weeping willow I have featured is a designer favorite. And this price for a 7' tree is quite fantastic.
Can't accommodate a big tree, but I ventured on the Nearly Natural site and found several things I will buy while the sale is on. It's some of the best artificial flowers and greenery anywhere. Thanks Beth.
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It's my favorite source for faux greenery - great quality and prices.
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