49" Faux Burgundy Amaranthus Stem

• Real drama: 49 inches of deep burgundy blooms that trail and cascade
• Moody and architectural: rich, dark color for modern and seasonal arrangements
• Movement built in: 24 blooms in varied lengths drape naturally over a rim
• Statement height: one stem fills a tall vessel, floor urn, or centerpiece
• Shapeable: wired branches angle and drape however you arrange them
• No upkeep: no water, no wilting, reusable season after season

• Tall floor vessels and urns: let the blooms spill over the rim
• Tall centerpieces: anchor a dramatic, moody table arrangement
• Large arrangements: run it through for sculptural, cascading movement
• Weddings and installations: bold drape that photographs beautifully
• Pair with depth: fall tones, deep greens, or creams for contrast
• Drape it: shape the wired branches into a natural cascade

• Length: 49 inches, a tall, dramatic stem built for height and drape
• Stem splits at: 21 inches from the base, so it drops into a tall 19 to 23 inch vessel with the blooms cascading below
• Blooms: 24 burgundy blooms of various lengths across 4 branches
• Leaves: none, the focus stays on the trailing blooms
• Material: wire, plastic, and poly silk
• Color: deep burgundy
• Care: no water, no wilting, reusable season after season; a few fuzzy bits may loosen in transit and a light hairspray mist sets them
• Sold as: a single stem, vase not included

How long is this amaranthus stem?

It is 49 inches, which makes it a tall, dramatic stem built for height and drape. The stem splits about 21 inches up, so it drops into a tall 19 to 23 inch vessel with the blooms cascading below the rim.

What is amaranthus best used for?

Its long, trailing blooms are made for cascading over the edge of a tall vessel, anchoring a tall centerpiece, or adding sculptural movement to large and modern arrangements. The draping form is the whole appeal, so give it height to fall from. It also suits wedding installations and moody seasonal decor.

Does it have leaves?

No. This stem has no leaves, so the focus stays entirely on the deep burgundy trailing blooms. That keeps the look clean and architectural.

What color is it?

Deep, dark burgundy. The rich color reads moody and works well in modern, architectural, and fall-into-winter arrangements. It pairs naturally with both warm and cool palettes.

How full is the stem?

It carries 24 blooms of various lengths across 4 branches, so it has real coverage and natural movement. The mixed lengths are what give it that cascading, organic drape rather than a stiff look.

What vessel works best?

Because it splits about 21 inches up and trails well past that, a tall vessel suits it best, roughly 19 to 23 inches, like a tall floor vessel, urn, or tall centerpiece vase. The height lets the blooms spill and cascade the way amaranthus naturally does.

Does this stem shed?

A few of the fuzzy amaranthus texture bits can loosen in transit, which is normal for how this type of stem is made. It is coated and over-sprayed so it arrives ready to use, and a light mist of hairspray helps set any loose bits. It is not a constant shedder, just an occasional piece or two.

Can it be shaped?

Yes. The branches are wired, so you can angle them, lift them, or let them drape over the rim for natural movement. Shaping the branches into a cascade is the quickest way to get that signature amaranthus look.

How many stems do I need?

Because each stem is long and draping with 24 blooms, even one makes a strong statement in a tall vessel. Two or three build a fuller, more layered cascade for a large arrangement or installation. It covers a lot of vertical space per stem.

What does burgundy amaranthus pair well with?

It pairs well with fall tones like rust and plum, with deep greens and eucalyptus, and with creams or blush for contrast against the dark blooms. The moody color is the anchor, so keep companions simpler. It also works in all-burgundy, monochromatic arrangements.

Is this good for weddings or events?

Yes. The long, draping blooms are popular for wedding installations, tall centerpieces, and dramatic event arrangements, and being faux they hold up across a long event day. They photograph with rich color and movement.

Is it year-round or seasonal?

It works year-round. The deep burgundy leans into fall and winter beautifully, but the modern, architectural form suits moody arrangements in any season. There is no upkeep, so it reuses season after season.