Faux show

An abundance of flowers is one of the best ways to accessorise high summer. When the garden doesn’t deliver the goods, then the best thing to do is fake it! Faux flowers are now better than ever and Neptune has one of the best ranges, with peonies being a particularly strong bloomer. Arrange alongside whatever you’ve got growing for a fresh take on botanical style. English Rose faux stems, from £16 each; and Peony faux stems, from £18 each (neptune.com)