50 Floral Stems - White - Gauge 24

White floral wire gauge 24 Azucren: the versatile everyday gauge

The gauge 24 from the Azucren brand occupies the mid-range of floral wires: stiffer than the 26 to 30 reserved for fine petals, more manageable than the 18 and 20 used for armature. It is the all-purpose wire for medium-sized flowers, roses, anemones, ranunculus, and large petals mounted one by one. Length of 40 cm, pack of 50 stems, to be paired with accessories from the Floral Decoration collection.

Features

• ● Gauge 24, medium stiffness
• ● Length: 40 cm, cut to fit the assembly
• ● White color, discreet under florist tape
• ● Pack of 50 stems
• ● For flowers made of gumpaste, sugar, pastillage, and flower paste

Usage tips

Use the 24 gauge as the main stem for medium-sized flowers and to support large petals mounted individually: outer petals of an open rose, fleshy sepals, supporting foliage. Dip the wire end in a little edible glue before inserting it into the base of the petal, then pinch the paste around the wire for a secure hold.

Assembly suggestion for an open rose: center and first petals on the central stem, then five outer petals each mounted on a half 24-gauge wire, assembled around the center by wrapping. This petal-by-petal construction gives the natural look expected on a wedding cake spray.

Note: floral wire is not edible and should never be inserted directly into a cake. Isolate each stem in an edible straw or dedicated pick before insertion, and remove the entire arrangement before cutting and serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

When to choose 24 gauge instead of 26 or 28?
Whenever an element needs to bear weight or hold a position: fleshy outer petal, large leaf, stem of a complete medium flower. Gauges 26 to 30 remain preferable for small petals and light details.

Can the 40 cm stems be cut into several segments?
Yes, this is common practice: one wire yields two to three segments for petals, cut with pliers. Keep the full length only for main stems.

What gauge for a complete arrangement?
A finished flower usually combines three: 18 or 20 for armature, 24 for supporting petals and medium flowers, 26 to 30 for finishing touches. The 24 gauge is the one used in almost all assemblies.