Ceramic Flower Mum Teal

The mum that leaves having talked to everyone.

Sale price $17.20 Regular price $21.50

The Ceramic Flower Mum Teal is a Classic Collection ceramic wall flower — teal, handmade, permanent, and requiring no water, no soil, and no follow-up. Teal is the color that shows up at a party knowing exactly one person and leaves having talked to everyone. It is sociable in a way that other colors simply are not — not as loud as orange, not as aloof as navy, not as eager as yellow. The mum in teal has been working the room since it arrived and has no intention of stopping. The Classic Collection is the original Chive line, built from onward, and the Ceramic Flower Mum Teal has been in it long enough that it no longer needs to explain itself to anyone.


Gift Ready Box
Ready-to-hang
30-day return policy

Product detail

  • Material: Ceramic
  • Glaze finish: Glazed
  • Mounting: Keyhole for Wall Hanging
  • Packaging:
  • Color: Teal
  • Glaze Variation: Natural variation between pieces
  • Year Designed: 2022

Dimension

  • 3.5 inches diameter, 1.25 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.

Full guide on how to hang your ceramic flower →

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

  • Free shipping: Orders $200+ within the US
  • 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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Teal Mum ceramic wall flower — the Classic Collection case

Teal is the color that shows up at a party knowing exactly one person and leaves having talked to everyone. It is sociable in a way that other colors simply are not — not as loud as orange, not as aloof as navy, not as eager as yellow. The mum in teal has been working the room since it arrived and has no intention of stopping.

What the Ceramic Flower Mum Teal does on a wall — and where it works best

The Classic Collection is the Bad News Bears of ceramic flowers — the ones that did not fit neatly anywhere else, assembled into something that turned out to be exactly right. The Classic Collection was assembled from the pieces that did not fit neatly into any other category and turned out, when placed together, to be the most interesting group on the wall. The Ceramic Flower Mum Teal — teal, 11-inch, handmade in ceramic since 2011 — has been part of that group long enough that it no longer needs to be introduced.

Twenty-Five Years of Getting It Right. — The Classic Collection

Each piece in the Classic line is designed to work alongside the others. Wall flowers, plant pots, ceramic accents — same handmade finish, same uncompromising standard. Browse the full Classic Collection and find the combination that works for your wall.

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.

English Garden Collection Ceramic flowers arranged on wall display as home decor art — Chive Studio Toronto

Ready to hang wall art

One screw. No Frame. Solo or gallery wall


Chive artisan hand-made ceramic flower petal without molds with keyholes for hanging

Ceramic flowers, original designs by Chive. Find in 200+ institutions worldwide

The Museum of Flight in Seattle carries Chive ceramic flowers. An institution dedicated to the idea that the most ambitious things humans have ever made deserve to be studied and kept. Teal is the color that shows up at a party knowing exactly one person and leaves having talked to everyone. It is sociable in a way other colors simply are not. The mum in teal has the same quality. The Museum of Flight chose it. Teal, as far as we can tell, has been pleased about this.

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

How to Hang Ceramic Flowers?

In 60 seconds or less

One discovers these flowers, each bearing a secret: a tiny keyhole nestled in the back, waiting for its destiny. The ritual feels almost predetermined - reaching into that dusty jar of orphaned screws, the ones squirreled away over countless home projects. Those odd bits of metal, collected like precious coins, finally finding their purpose. A quick twist of the drill, and there hangs beauty, supported by hardware whose previous life remains a mystery.

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Chocolate mint dahlia and moss grey goyet azalea ceramic wall flowers with navy, ivory and blue ceramic flowers on white background — handmade by Chive Studio Toronto

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Frequently asked questions

What does a chrysanthemum mean as a gift?

The mum has been chosen for this collection because it makes a specific kind of sense on a wall — permanent, handmade, and requiring no interpretation to be immediately understood as the right choice.

Does a ceramic wall flower need special hardware to hang?

No special hardware. One standard screw and ninety seconds is the complete installation process for every Classic Collection ceramic wall flower. The keyhole mount on the back is designed to hang cleanly on a single screw — the same way you would hang any framed piece. The Mum Teal at 11 inches is substantial enough to work as a single piece or as the anchor of a larger arrangement.

What is a good gift for a nurse?

A gift for a nurse should be beautiful, lasting, and entirely unrelated to anything clinical.

What is a good gift for a hostess?

A hostess gift should be memorable enough to stay in the house after the dinner party is over.It is the gift that is still on the wall at the next dinner party, and the one after that.

What makes good bedroom wall decor?

Good bedroom wall decor should be something you are glad to see first thing in the morning. The Ceramic Flower Mum Teal from the Classic Collection is a teal ceramic wall flower that hangs on one screw and stays there permanently. It is not trying to do anything except be exactly what it is, which turns out to be enough.

Has the Teal Mum finished working the room yet?

It has not finished. It may never finish. The Teal Mum arrived at the wall knowing exactly one screw and left having spoken to everyone in the room. This is its nature. It is not a character flaw. It is the entire point.

What is art deco wall decor?

Art deco wall decor is characterized by geometric precision, bold color, and the kind of symmetry that communicates confidence. The Mum Teal from the Classic Collection is a chrysanthemum in teal — a flower with radial symmetry and a color that has always known exactly where it belongs in a room.

Does it come in a gift box?

Yes. The Ceramic Flower Mum Teal ships in a Chive gift box — no additional wrapping required. Order it, address it, done. If you need it to arrive as a gift to someone else's address, the standard shipping process handles that. One fewer thing to arrange.