When LEGO first announced its official LEGO Botanicals vases, I assumed they would launch globally through LEGO stores. Instead, they were released in Europe first, and for a while, I honestly thought collectors in the United States weren’t going to get them.
Then, during the last week of July, I started seeing people post photos of the vases at Target. From that moment, I checked the Target app every day, hoping one of the stores near me would finally show them in stock. After almost a week of searching, I finally found both versions, even though it meant driving farther than I normally would.
I was excited… until I saw the boxes.
My first thought was, “Wow… this is disappointing.” From the promotional photos, I expected the vases to be much taller. Sitting next to the LEGO Cherry Blossoms box, the packaging looked surprisingly small, and I immediately started wondering whether these vases would actually work for the custom LEGO Botanicals arrangements I like to build. Of course, I bought both anyway because I wanted to find out for myself.
As soon as I got home, I started testing them with different bouquets. I compared Cosmos Flowers, one of the shortest bouquets in the collection, with the Bouquet of Roses to see how different stem lengths affected the display, whether the stems stayed in place, and whether these official LEGO Botanicals vases actually solved the display problems so many builders run into.
In this LEGO Botanicals vase review, I’ll share what surprised me, what disappointed me, which LEGO Botanicals bouquets fit best, and whether these official LEGO flower vases are actually the display solution I’d been waiting for.
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Brick Pattern vs. Flower Pattern: Which One Do I Prefer?
Before seeing these in person, I was convinced the Brick Pattern vase would be my favorite. The LEGO brick graphics felt like the obvious choice for displaying LEGO Botanicals, and I expected the more playful design to stand out.
After comparing both side by side, my opinion completely changed.
Although both vases are identical in size, material, and functionality, they create very different impressions once you place flowers inside. The decision isn’t really about performance. It’s about which style better fits your home and the way you like to display your LEGO Botanicals.
Brick Pattern Vase
The Brick Pattern vase is exactly what I expected from an official LEGO display accessory. The white LEGO brick illustrations wrap around the clear vase, making it instantly recognizable as LEGO merchandise even before you add any flowers.
Once I placed a bouquet inside, I liked how playful it looked. The printed bricks add personality without completely covering the vase, and I think it works especially well if you already have a dedicated LEGO room or display shelves filled with other LEGO sets. It feels more like a collectible than a traditional flower vase.
That said, the brick graphics naturally draw a little more attention. The flowers are still the star of the display, but the vase itself becomes part of what you’re looking at. If that’s the look you’re after, I think LEGO nailed it.
Best for:
- LEGO collectors
- LEGO display rooms
- Fans who want an unmistakably LEGO look
Flower Pattern Vase
The Flower Pattern vase was the surprise favorite for me.
Instead of LEGO brick graphics, it features delicate botanical line art printed in white. The artwork almost disappears until you look closely, and once I arranged the flowers inside, it blended into the bouquet instead of competing with it.
That’s what completely changed my opinion. Rather than looking like LEGO merchandise, this version feels like something you could genuinely buy from a home decor store. It doesn’t immediately scream “LEGO,” which makes it much easier to display in a living room, dining room, or office without looking out of place.
If your goal is making LEGO Botanicals feel more like home decor than a collectible, I think this version does that beautifully.
Best for:
- Home decor
- Living rooms and dining tables
- Anyone who wants the flowers to stay the focal point
My Pick
If I had to choose just one, I’d buy the Flower Pattern vase.
I honestly expected the Brick Pattern to win me over, but after seeing both in person, the Flower Pattern completely changed my mind. The subtle artwork lets the flowers become the center of attention, and I think it blends into everyday home decor much better.
If you want your display to look unmistakably LEGO, the Brick Pattern is a great choice. If you’re decorating your home with LEGO Botanicals and want them to look as natural as possible, I think the Flower Pattern is the clear winner.
Where to Buy the Flower Pattern Vase
Prefer the Brick Pattern?
LEGO Botanicals Vase Review: Build Quality, Size, and First Impressions
The first thing that surprised me wasn’t the design. It was the size.
From the official product photos, I expected these vases to be much taller. Seeing them on the shelf for the first time, especially next to the LEGO Cherry Blossoms box, they looked surprisingly small. Thankfully, once I took them out of the packaging and placed flowers inside, my opinion changed. The proportions felt much more natural than my first impression suggested.
At 6.7 inches (17 cm) tall and 3.14 inches (8 cm) wide, they’re compact enough for a bookshelf, desk, or side table without taking up much space. They’re also designed to hold both LEGO Botanicals bouquets and fresh flowers, making them more versatile than I expected.
Another surprise was the material. When these vases were first announced, I saw a lot of people hoping they would be made from glass. Instead, LEGO chose clear molded polycarbonate, and after using them, I actually think that was the better decision. LEGO Botanicals bouquets can be surprisingly top-heavy, so I’d rather have a lightweight vase that can survive being knocked over than worry about shattered glass.
I also liked the printed artwork more than I expected. Both designs use subtle white line art that complements the flowers without distracting from them. Whether you choose the Brick Pattern or Flower Pattern version, the bouquet remains the focal point.
For $7.99, I think LEGO priced these well. The build quality feels appropriate for the price, and I can see myself using these for both LEGO Botanicals and fresh flowers.
There was one thing that disappointed me almost immediately, though. Neither vase includes any kind of internal support for the stems. The flowers fit inside without any problem, but keeping them exactly where I wanted was another story.
That’s what I decided to test next.
How the LEGO Botanicals Vase Performs With Real Bouquets
The first thing I wanted to know wasn’t whether these vases looked nice on a shelf. I wanted to see how they actually performed with different LEGO Botanicals bouquets. A vase can look beautiful on its own, but if it doesn’t display the flowers well, that’s what really matters.
To put them to the test, I started with Cosmos Flowers, one of the shortest bouquets in the collection, before switching to the Bouquet of Roses. I wanted to see how different stem lengths affected the overall look and whether these vases actually improved the display.
The results were obvious almost immediately. Cosmos Flowers sat very low inside the vase, leaving the blooms close to the rim instead of extending above it. The arrangement looked compressed, and it didn’t have the balanced appearance I was hoping for. If you mainly collect smaller flower sets with shorter stems, I don’t think these vases are the best fit.
The Bouquet of Roses was a completely different story. The taller stems filled the vase much more naturally, creating the proportions I expected when I first saw the promotional photos. The flowers had room to spread out, making the arrangement look fuller and more balanced.
Unfortunately, one thing stayed the same regardless of which bouquet I used. The stems still move around just as much as they do in a regular vase. Since there’s no internal support system, every time I adjusted one flower, another shifted out of place. Unless you pack the vase with a large number of stems or add your own filler, you’ll still spend time rearranging everything until it looks the way you want.
That ended up being my biggest disappointment. I wasn’t expecting these vases to magically arrange the flowers for me, but I did hope LEGO would include some type of built-in support to help keep the stems in place. Instead, they function much like any other vase, only sized specifically for LEGO Botanicals.
After testing both bouquets, my biggest takeaway is that these vases are designed to display LEGO Botanicals, not necessarily to make arranging them easier. They look fantastic with taller bouquets, but if most of your collection consists of shorter-stem sets like Cosmos Flowers, you may be happier using a shorter vase instead.
That naturally led me to the biggest question of all: if the stems still move around, what do these official LEGO Botanicals vases actually do better than a regular vase?
What These Vases Do Better (and Where They Fall Short)
After spending time with both versions, I don’t think these vases are revolutionary, and I don’t think they’re trying to be. They didn’t solve the biggest challenge of arranging LEGO flowers, but they did improve a few things that mattered to me.
The biggest improvement is presentation. Compared to the glass vases I’ve been using for my own LEGO Botanicals arrangements, these feel much more intentional. The proportions work especially well with taller bouquets, the printed artwork stays subtle, and the overall display feels like it was designed specifically for LEGO flowers instead of adapted from a regular household vase.
I also ended up appreciating the polycarbonate construction much more than I expected. Before seeing them in person, I thought I would have preferred glass. After using them, I changed my mind. LEGO Botanicals arrangements can become surprisingly top-heavy, and I’d much rather have a lightweight vase that can survive being knocked over than worry about broken glass.
Where these vases fall short is functionality. The stems still behave just like they do in a regular vase. There’s nothing inside to separate or support them, so you’ll still spend time adjusting the arrangement until it looks the way you want. If you enjoy styling your bouquets, that probably won’t bother you. If you were hoping these vases would make arranging LEGO flowers easier, I think you’ll be disappointed.
Pros
- Affordable at $7.99
- Designed specifically for LEGO Botanicals bouquets
- Clean, modern design that blends well with home decor
- Lightweight and more durable than glass
- Works especially well with taller bouquets
- Can also be used with fresh flowers
Cons
- No internal stem support
- Shorter bouquets sit too low inside the vase
- Doesn’t improve flower stability compared to a regular vase
- You’ll still need to arrange and adjust the stems by hand
My Verdict So Far
I don’t think these vases are trying to reinvent how LEGO Botanicals are displayed. Instead, they offer a cleaner and more decorative alternative to using an ordinary household vase.
If that’s what you’re looking for, I think they deliver.
If you were expecting them to solve the stem stability problem, they probably won’t meet your expectations.
Should You Buy the Official LEGO Botanicals Vases?
After spending time with both vases, my answer is yes, but with one important expectation.
If you’re hoping these vases will finally solve the biggest challenge of displaying LEGO Botanicals by keeping the stems perfectly organized and stable, I don’t think you’ll get the improvement you’re looking for. The flowers still need to be arranged by hand, and the stems move around just as they would in a regular vase.
If your goal is simply to give your LEGO Botanicals a more polished home, that’s where these vases really shine. For $7.99, I think they’re fairly priced. The proportions work especially well with taller bouquets, the printed artwork is subtle, and the polycarbonate construction makes them practical for everyday display. I also appreciate that I don’t have to worry about accidentally breaking a glass vase if one of my heavier arrangements tips over.
That said, I don’t think they’re the right choice for every LEGO Botanicals set. During my testing, Cosmos Flowers sat too low inside the vase, while the Bouquet of Roses looked much more natural. If most of your collection consists of smaller flower sets with shorter stems, I’d probably recommend looking for a shorter vase instead.
Perfect For
These vases are a great choice if you:
- Prefer taller LEGO Botanicals bouquets
- Want an official LEGO display accessory
- Like home decor that blends LEGO into your living space
- Prefer a lightweight alternative to glass
Not Ideal For
You may want to skip them if you:
- Mainly build short-stem flower sets
- Want a vase with built-in stem support
- Already have a vase that displays your bouquets the way you like
They’re a stylish upgrade, not a functional upgrade.
For me, that one sentence perfectly sums up these official LEGO Botanicals vases. Once I adjusted my expectations, I found myself liking them much more than I expected, especially the Flower Pattern version.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the official LEGO Botanicals vases worth buying?
Yes, if you’re looking for an affordable vase designed specifically for LEGO Botanicals bouquets. They make arrangements look more polished, but they don’t solve the problem of stems shifting inside the vase.
Which LEGO Botanicals bouquets fit best?
In my testing, taller bouquets worked best. The Bouquet of Roses looked balanced and filled the vase naturally, while Cosmos Flowers sat too low inside the vase and looked compressed.
Are the LEGO Botanicals vases made of glass?
No. Both versions are made from clear molded polycarbonate, making them lighter and more durable than glass. After using them, I actually preferred the plastic because I didn’t have to worry about the vase breaking if it tipped over.
What’s the difference between the Brick Pattern and Flower Pattern vases?
The only difference is the printed design. Both have the same size, material, and functionality. I personally prefer the Flower Pattern because it blends into home decor more naturally and lets the flowers remain the focal point.
Do the LEGO Botanicals vases keep the stems in place?
No. Neither vase includes an internal support system, so the stems still move freely while you’re arranging them. If you’re looking for better stem stability, you’ll still need to add your own support or use a different display solution.
Can you use them for fresh flowers?
Yes. LEGO designed these vases for both fresh flowers and LEGO Botanicals bouquets. I personally tested them with LEGO Botanicals because that’s how I use them, but they should also work well with fresh arrangements.
Are the LEGO Botanicals vases available in the United States?
Yes. Both the Brick Pattern and Flower Pattern vases are available at Target for $7.99 each. They are also sold through LEGO UK for £10.99, although availability varies by region.
Final Thoughts
After spending time with both official LEGO Botanicals vases, I understand what LEGO was trying to create. These aren’t meant to reinvent how LEGO flowers are displayed. Instead, they’re designed to give your bouquets a cleaner, more intentional home than a random vase from the kitchen cabinet.
Going into this review, I expected something that would improve both the look and the functionality of a LEGO flower arrangement. Instead, I found a product that focuses almost entirely on presentation. Once I adjusted my expectations, I found myself appreciating these vases much more.
Would I buy them again? Absolutely.
Not because they solved the stem stability problem, but because they’re affordable, look great with taller bouquets, and fit naturally into my home decor. The Flower Pattern version is the one I’ll continue using, but collectors who enjoy a more recognizable LEGO look will probably prefer the Brick Pattern instead.
They’re a stylish upgrade, not a functional upgrade. If that’s what you’re looking for, I think LEGO delivered.
Before You Go
If you’re anything like me, it’s getting harder to remember which LEGO Botanicals sets you already own, which ones are retiring, and what’s releasing next. That’s why I created my free LEGO Botanicals Collection Tracker. It keeps everything organized in one place, and I’d love for you to have it too.
