14.5" Faux Variegated Holly Bundle

• Looks real and feels real: variegated tops with a waxy finish rather than a plastic shine
• Green and red in one tie: 40 or more red berries across six holly stems
• Small on purpose: 14.5 inches finishes a spot without taking it over
• Sits low: the first leaf at 5 inches means a small crock or compote holds it
• Cut it apart: separate the six stems for a wreath, a garland, or several small spots
• No upkeep: no water, no prickly cleanup, and it comes back every December

• Small vessels: a crock, compote, or footed bowl in the 4 to 6 inch range
• Dining table: low enough to sit between plates without blocking sightlines
• Mantel and shelves: group two or three vessels at different heights
• Wreaths and garlands: cut apart and tuck the six stems in at different angles
• Christmas mix: pair with pine, cedar, and pinecones, keeping it to two or three colors
• Through the winter: leans Christmas, and the plain variegated green carries into winter arrangements

• Length: 14.5 inches, a short bundle for small vessels, wreaths, and tucking
• First leaf at: 5 inches, so the bare base drops into a 4 to 6 inch vessel with no trimming
• Leaves: variegated holly leaves, variegated on top with plain undersides and a waxy finish
• Berries: 40 or more red berries across the bundle, about seven on each of the six stems
• Bundle: 6 stems tied together with raffia
• Material: wire, plastic, poly silk and foam berries with a plastic shell
• Color: variegated green with red berries
• Care: no water, no drop, reusable season after season
• Sold as: one bundle (1 bundle shown in the photo)

What size vase do I need for a 14-inch faux holly bundle?

A 4 to 6 inch vessel holds it right out of the box, since the first leaf sits about 5 inches up and the bare base below that seats inside. At 14.5 inches total, roughly 9 inches of holly shows above the rim. A crock, compote, or small footed bowl all work.

How tall is a faux holly bundle like this?

It measures 14.5 inches from the base to the top, which puts it in small-accent territory rather than tall-vase territory. Six stems are tied together at the base, so the bundle reads fuller and wider than a single stem of the same height.

How many stems and berries are in this holly bundle?

Six stems come tied together with raffia, carrying 40 or more red berries in total, about seven per stem. That is enough holly in one tie to finish a small vessel or spread across a wreath without buying several separate stems.

Do faux variegated holly leaves look real?

They look real when the variegation sits on the top of the leaf only and the finish stays waxy rather than shiny, which is how this one is made. The undersides are plain, the way real holly grows. Up close it reads waxy and true to life instead of flat plastic.

What are faux holly berries made of?

These red berries are foam with a plastic shell, which gives them a firm, rounded look that holds up to handling. Foam-cored berries do not crack or flatten in storage the way hollow ones can.

Is faux holly better than real holly for indoor decorating?

Faux holly wins indoors when you want it to last the whole season, because real holly dries out, drops berries, and pokes. This bundle holds its color and shape for years with no water, and there is nothing to sweep up when you take it down.

What is the best faux stem for a small Christmas centerpiece?

A short holly bundle is one of the easiest picks for a small centerpiece, since one tie brings leaves and berries together at a scale that will not block sightlines across a table. At 14.5 inches it sits low enough for dining, and a second bundle fills a wider bowl.

How do you use faux holly in a wreath or garland?

Cut the bundle apart with wire cutters and tuck the individual stems into the form at different angles, which spreads the berries evenly instead of clustering them. Six stems from one bundle cover a good stretch of a wreath or a mantel garland.

How do you style faux holly on a mantel or shelf?

Set the bundle in a low crock or compote and let it lean slightly forward off the shelf edge so the red berries catch the light. Grouping two or three vessels at different heights reads more natural than one centered piece. Pinecones and evergreen fill the gaps.

Can a faux holly bundle be cut apart or shaped?

Yes, a good pair of wire cutters takes the stems shorter or separates the bundle into six individual stems. The stems also bend and angle, so you can fan them out for a natural spread instead of leaving them tight in the tie.

Can faux holly be used outside on a covered porch?

Most of our items are fine outdoors, and covered from the elements is always best. Sun and weather will fade any faux piece over time, so a protected porch or covered entry is the right spot. Send us a message with questions about a specific location.

How do you store faux holly between Christmas seasons?

Box it flat with the stems supported so the leaves and berries are not crushed under weight, and keep it out of a hot attic if you can. Because there is no glitter or coating to flake, it comes out looking the same the next December.