The Secret to Effortless Greenery: The Charm of Artificial Smilax

Laura January 22, 2025 Company, Products, Solutions

"The shelf life is low, and the cost is high," said Tom Bowling, AIFD, PFCI when discussing fresh smilax greens. To him, and many other floral designers, quality artificial smilax greens are a game changer.

Smilax is adored for its simplicity, airiness, and graceful draping quality. From adding movement to an arrangement to creating a lush backdrop, smilax is trending for its gardenesque feeling. Smilax vines hang elegantly over tables at weddings, delicate tendrils are popular in bouquets, and arches look like effortless trellises when adorned with smilax. Additionally, smilax is a go-to for trendy, grounded floral arches, can anchor aisles, and offer a softer, more organic alternative to traditional dividers at corporate events.

However, fresh smilax's troublesome qualities of a short shelf life—drying out and wilting—make it stressful for florists and event designers. The leaves can be easily bruised or damaged if not handled with care. Thin, delicate vines are fragile and often need labor-intensive support structures like wire or tape to hold their shape in an arrangement. Given its costly price tag, it's a risk to let fresh smilax go to waste.

Pioneer recognized the need for lifelike artificial smilax. Don't forgo the look of smilax—go faux. Pioneer's exclusive product beautifully recreates the small, rich green leaves, oval shape, and glossy texture of smilax.

Artificial greenery provides versatility and convenience. Whether used indoors or outdoors, it provides consistency and requires no water, temperature/humidity control, or trimming.

Pioneer offers faux smilax in four shapes and sizes for various applications:

Hanging Smilax

Cascading Smilax Garland

Smilax Spray

Smilax Bush

Now is the time to try Pioneer's artificial smilax because the trend isn’t going anywhere.

Smilax aligns perfectly with nature-based themes, bringing a touch of tranquility to events and homes. Its lush greenery creates a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor spaces, fostering a sense of calm and rejuvenation. Smilax works with color palettes and trends ranging from bright and bold to neutral and earthy. See it in seasonal collections.

Artificial smilax can be a beautiful and versatile greenery for floral designs, creating lush, cascading effects. More durable but equally ethereal, Pioneer's exclusive faux smilax provides the benefits of availability, cost-effectiveness, and longevity that outweigh its fresh counterpart, making designing easier.

A collaboration between writer Laura Vitale and Sarah Botchick of Pioneer.