Milk Teal Leafy Cup Coral

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Some corals grow in tiers of thin, leaf-like plates, layering upward the way a cabbage would if a cabbage had ever been to the ocean. Measuring 5.5 inches across with 3 inches of depth, the Milk Teal Leafy Cup Coral rises in ceramic tiers of plates around a hollow center and glazed in a soft, chalky teal. Each plate is angled to catch light on its upper edge, so the layers stay distinct. It hangs on one screw, holds a wall on its own, and requires no water, which it considers one of its better qualities.

Product detail
  • Material: Ceramic
  • Glaze finish: Glazed
  • Mounting: Keyhole for Wall Hanging
  • Packaging:
  • Color:
  • Glaze Variation: Natural variation between pieces
  • Year Designed: 2025
Dimension
  • 5.5 inches diameter, 3 inches tall
How to hang & display

Wall hanging

Works on drywall, plaster, or wood panelling. Drive a small screw at a slight upward angle, leaving the head proud of the wall. Slide the keyhole slot on the back over the screw head, adjust to level. Sits flush — no visible hardware.

No stud? No problem. A drywall anchor rated for the weight works fine.

Displaying a collection

Lay everything out on the floor first. Start with your anchor piece, build outward. Keep 2–3 inches between each piece and aim for the centre of the whole arrangement to land around eye level. Use painter's tape on the wall to map positions before committing to any screws.

Table & shelf display: Equally beautiful propped on a shelf, mantle, or side table. Pair with books, candles, or a small pot.

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Care instructions
  1. Dust with a soft dry cloth or soft-bristled brush. Do not use wet cloths or liquid cleaners.
  2. Keep away from direct moisture, steam, and outdoor conditions. Indoor display only.
  3. Handle by the base or stem — avoid pressure on individual petals.
  4. If storing, return to original gift box with foam insert for protection.
Shipping & returns

Shipping

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  • Standard: 5–8 business days, Express 2–3 business days (at checkout)
  • International Ships: to 40 countries — rates at checkout
  • Packaging Ships: in outer box to protect gift box

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Returns

We accept returns within 30 days of delivery on unused items in original packaging. If your piece arrives damaged, contact us within 7 days with a photo and we will replace it at no charge.

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Softening the Teal

The leafy cup coral is the softer, more layered relative of the cup coral, built from thin, leaf-like plates that rise in tiers around a hollow center. We wanted the tiers to read clearly from a distance, so each plate is slightly separated from the one below it and angled to catch light on its upper edge. The milk teal glaze came out of the same thinking. A fully saturated teal on this many layered edges looked heavy in early tests, so we softened it into a milkier, chalkier tone that lets the layering show. The color still reads as clearly oceanic, just quieter, like teal seen through shallow water. It is one of the larger pieces in the collection and holds a wall on its own.


Three ways to display it

Stunning table accent

Prop on a table, shelf, or beside books.

A gift that arrives beautifully

Beautiful Signature box. No wrapping needed.

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Ready to hang wall art

One screw. No Frame. Solo or gallery wall

Keyhole slot on back of Chive ceramic wall flower, single screw installation, easy hang no tools required

How to hang ceramic wall flowers?

One screw. No contractors. No drama.

One screw. One keyhole on the back. Ninety seconds and it's on the wall. The video shows exactly how it happens — no special hardware, no second holes, no contractor on speed dial. Whether you're hanging one piece or planning a full gallery wall, the hanging guide walks you through both.

Designed to Share the Same Room

From Layers to Ridges

Tiers of thin plates around a hollow center make this the most layered form in the collection. The Teal Brain Coral keeps the teal family but deepens the color and swaps the plates for winding grooves across a rounded dome.

Explore the Teal Brain Coral.

Hanging or Resting

On the wall, each upper edge catches its own line of light, so the tiers read clearly. On a dining table or sideboard, the plates spread into a wide, layered centerpiece that looks good from every chair. Shop the Coral Collection.

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Add Fresh Stems

A Pooley Modern Bud Vase rounds out the gift nicely, a ceramic vase that holds a handful of single stems and comes in ocean-leaning blues and greens. It is the one piece on the shelf that asks for fresh flowers. Shop the Pooley Modern Bud Vase.


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Quieter Colors for Busy Forms

Softened versions of stronger colors have been part of the Chive palette since 2004, mostly for forms where full saturation would overwhelm the shape. Milk teal is one of them, and the leafy cup coral is the piece that made the case for it. Layered forms need a glaze that lets light and shadow do the work, and chalkier tones do that better than deep, saturated ones. The plates on this piece were shaped by hand one at a time and set at slightly different angles, so the tiers read as grown rather than stacked. A quieter color then keeps a busy structure calm enough for a living room or bedroom wall.


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Frequently asked questions

Why do some corals grow in layered plates?

Plate and tier growth spreads a coral's surface outward so more of it can catch light and drifting food. Layered forms are common in calmer water. The Milk Teal Leafy Cup Coral exaggerates those tiers so they read on a wall

Is the Milk Teal Leafy Cup Coral a good anniversary gift?

It is a lovely one, especially for couples whose homes lean calm and neutral. Being among the more substantial Coral pieces, it feels generous, and it arrives ready to give in a gift box

How is milk teal different from the regular teal?

Milk teal is softer and chalkier, as if the teal had been mixed with cream. It reads quieter and suits rooms with linen, pale wood and white walls

Is it big enough to hang alone?

Yes. At 5.5 inches across and 3 inches deep it holds a wall by itself, particularly above a bed, dresser or small console

Which interior styles does the Milk Teal Leafy Cup Coral suit?

Scandinavian, Japandi, organic modern and soft minimalist interiors, anywhere the palette is gentle and texture matters more than bright color

Can it go in a bathroom?

Yes. The glazed surface is not bothered by a steamy bathroom, and milk teal sits beautifully beside white tile and pale stone

What goes with it from the rest of the collection?

The Champagne Pink Sea Polyp shares its quiet mood. For a stronger contrast, the Teal Brain Coral adds depth in a deeper version of the same color

Is it related to cabbage?

Distantly, in spirit only. It prefers to be compared to the ocean, and it is usually right

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