10 Faux Plants Joanna Gaines Is Using In Her Fall Arrangements

When fall rolls around, Joanna Gaines has a way of making the season feel extra cozy and effortlessly posh. And a big part of that magic is her gorgeous faux flowers. Without looking stiff or artificial, the sprays she chooses mimic the textures, colors, and movement of freshly gathered flowers for creating displays that look like they were picked from meadowlands. Her expert touch proves that faux florals can be just as dynamic and pretty as fresh ones, with the bonus of lasting throughout the season and beyond. While there are plenty of flowers to plant in late summer for a spectacular fall garden outside, faux arrangements are about balance and mixing statement stems with dainty fillers for depth and dimension.

For the upcoming season, both Gaines' Magnolia brand and her Hearth & Hand with Magnolia line at Target, are selling go-to faux stems that highlight autumn's rich colors and warmth. Dahlias take center stage with their full, petal-packed blooms in rich seasonal shades, instantly becoming the heart of any arrangement. To balance their drama, yarrow and thistle bushes bring texture and a more natural, meadow-inspired feel, adding layers of interest without overwhelming the ensemble. Cosmos flowers bring a light, airy touch, but for an unexpected pop of richness, and scabiosa stems offer jewel-toned depth, weaving in color that feels both romantic and autumnal. So, if you're looking to borrow a bit of Gaines' signature style, these Magnolia-inspired florals show exactly how to decorate with faux fall foliage in a way that feels natural and cozy.

Dahlias are the ultimate showstopper flower for fall arrangements, bringing bold color, lush texture, and a sense of abundance. Their layered petals and dramatic shapes instantly pop, making them a perfect focal point in a centerpiece or fall bouquet. Joanna Gaines loves statement flowers and often leans on ones like dahlias to anchor her arrangements, balancing their fullness with airy stems for a natural, gathered look. Available in rich autumn shades, like burgundy, brown, and cream, dahlias pair beautifully with greenery, branches, or softer accent blooms.

Joanna Gaines often leans on elements to break up softer florals. Enter the thistle bush, adding depth and a touch of the unexpected to her designs. What makes thistle bushes so easy to style is their spiky blooms, combined with their earthy tones that bring a gathered-from-the-field vibe to your home. Whether you prefer to cluster a few stems in a vase on their own or weave them into fuller fall arrangements, thistle bushes lend that perfectly imperfect, organic look for fall.

Mixing light-colored cosmos blooms is a super pretty way to lighten up a dark fall arrangement. Their soft, fluttery petals bring a fresh contrast to the rich oranges, deep reds, and golden tones that dominate the season. Instead of letting an arrangement feel heavy, lighter shades add a sense of airiness and movement, almost like they're dancing above the other stems. Tuck them between wispy branches, grasses, or bolder blooms to bring instant balance to any arrangement.

With its clusters of tiny, flat-topped blooms and soft, feathery foliage, Magnolia's yarrow bush (which comes in several autumnal colors) adds texture and color to a fall-inspired setting. The great thing about this faux bush is that it can be cut into mini bushes to line the length of your table, along with other fall textures and colored florals in cute vases. Whether tucked into a centerpiece or styled on its own, a yarrow bush adds charm, balance, and understated seasonal beauty.

With sprays of Magnolia's black plum leaf, you can build a gorgeous fall centerpiece you may never want to take down. The dark purple colors — set against an array of neutral tones and textured accents — would create a look that's equal parts lush and welcoming. These leaves instantly warm up your space and celebrate the cozy, harvest-inspired spirit of the season.

Magnolia's faux pomegranate spray is the perfect way to incorporate the richness of the harvest season into your home. These sprays are typically used as filler, however, if you want to keep a couple of branches on their own, you'll have a super pretty arrangement. Its rich, ruby-toned fruit paired with vibrant greenery creates drama, depth, and a bit of orchard-inspired character, making them a timeless accent for seasonal decorating.

Anemones have the soft, cottage-like vibe of peonies or ranunculus, making them a beautiful spring flower. However, the blooms' black center helps them make an easy transition to fall bouquets. Joanna Gaines can be seen using the stems in her spring and fall arrangements along with more colorful blooms and filler. These faux flowers are also pretty enough to make a bouquet all on their own. 

Magnolia's gorgeous red scabiosa stems can bring oodles of depth to fall arrangements. With their rich, jewel-toned blooms and slightly airy form, they add both color and texture without taking over the design. The deep red hue feels perfectly seasonal and can be paired with golden foliage, creamy neutrals, or moody florals like dahlias. Scabiosa stems can be used to break up heavier blooms, giving arrangements that natural, freshly gathered look.

There are so many ways to use Magnolia's rusted eucalyptus in fall arrangements. It makes a dramatic statement arranged in a tall vase or layered with warm-toned florals, but it's just as striking when used in a wreath. Tucked and woven into the circular base of the wreath, the faux leaves add fullness and dimension, filling in empty spaces. It creates a harvest-inspired look that gives you plenty of ways for making your mantel ridiculously cozy.

These Golden Hops stems from Hearth & Hand with Magnolia look great bunched together, or used as filler for a fall arrangement. Use the yellow wheat as part of a beautiful Thanksgiving tablescape, whether in a vase, wreath, garland, or artfully strewn around the table. These faux dried stems have the added bonus of looking indistinguishable from the real thing, but they won't drop pieces into the mashed potatoes.