Flower Power: 6 Stylish Ways To Introduce Plants To Your Home Decor
If you’ve been living without plants, you’re missing out. There are a lot of benefits to having a plant in your home! Plants can improve air quality, reduce stress and anxiety, and even improve your mood. What’s more, they make your space feel alive and allow it to feel less sterile. Here are six great ways to introduce some plants into your space while subtly adding some style to it too.
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Why You Should Have Plants In Your Home
It’s easy to see how much indoor plants can liven up your home. And they come with a multitude of benefits like improving your mood, reducing stress, and making the air quality much better. Before you go plant mad, though, there are a few things to consider:
- The Shape of Your Space
The shape of your space is an excellent place to start when deciding on the best types of plants for your home. Small round plants work well if you have a small space and don’t want a focal point taking up too much room in the corner. Larger plants might be better suited to a large empty corner or windowsill.
- Your Budget
Different plants come with different price ranges depending on their needs and how long they last. So if you’re looking for something affordable but long-lasting, succulents and cacti may be an option! On the other hand, if you want something to test your abilities, try out some bonsai trees, which tend to cost more upfront but don’t need as much maintenance once they’ve established themselves in your home.
- Maintenance Level
Again, depending on what type of plant you choose, you might find yourself putting more or less time into maintaining it each week or month. Some plants only need watering about once every few weeks because they’re not thirsty! Other plants may need water every day because they are more sensitive to the environment.
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Types Of Plants To Consider
If you’re worried about not caring for plants well or them dying on you, there are plenty of types of plants that need little care. There are also plenty of styles to choose from, so you don’t have to worry about your plant sticking out like a sore thumb.
The first type is succulents. These plants have a lot of texture and color, but they don’t require much water or attention. If you’re looking for something with more color and texture, try cacti! Cacti come in tons of different colors, shapes, and sizes and usually only need a little bit of water once every few weeks.
Next up are air plants. Air plants are super easy to care for because they don’t actually have roots…they get their nutrients from the air! All they require is a little water every few days or so (depending on how hot it is) and a place in an area that’s consistently around 60 degrees Fahrenheit. You can keep them on your desk or in your kitchen as decoration without much effort.
Another great option is the peace lily because these houseplants produce oxygen at night while you sleep. They also look nice and can grow relatively tall with multiple leaves if you give them enough space and light.
Try plants that produce flowers for something with a little more color and interest. Plenty of flower blooming plants are great for indoors. Or you can change it up each month with beautiful bouquets like those Fig & Bloom provide.
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Where To Place Your Plant
There are a few places where you can put your plants while keeping them out of sight. If you don’t want to keep your plant on the ground, use a desk or table. This will give your space height and allow you to place it on top of another surface like a bookshelf or dresser. You can also set it on the floor, but keep in mind that this might not be an option for all types of plants.
Here are a few alternative spots to put your plants to add extra interest and style:
Hanging Plants
One of the most popular ways to introduce plants into your home is by hanging them. Plants are a beautiful addition to any room, especially when they’re hanging from the ceiling or near a window. Hanging plants not only look good, but they also make it easier for you to care for them. This way, you don’t have to worry about finding a table that will fit your plant and then worrying about whether or not the plant will be in an ideal position.
Vertical Gardens
A vertical garden is a perfect way to add plants to your home decor. It’s an especially great idea if you don’t have a lot of space and feel like all the floor space in your home is already taken up by furniture. Vertical gardens are a popular trend right now, so it won’t be challenging to find one that fits in with your home decor. And they can easily be achieved with stylish wall pots.
Terrariums
If you’re looking for a small, simple way to introduce plants into your space without taking up too much space or breaking the bank, terrariums are a great option. Rather than having a large plant that could take up valuable floor space, you can have a few smaller plants in a watertight container. The best part? They require minimal watering and attention once set up.
Desk Plants
Desk plants are a great way to freshen up your workspace. They will look pretty on your desk or in the corner of your office. You can even go for a big plant like an African Violet or a Peace Lily. These plants are perfect because they require very little care and provide many benefits.
Floor Plants
A great way to introduce plants into your home is with floor plants. Floor plants are interesting and can make a room look fresh without overshadowing other furniture in the space. Use them to create a focal point or to add some color.
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6 Ways to Introduce Plants Into Your Home Decor
Now you know why plants are great and have some ideas of where to put them, here are six stylish ways to introduce plants into your home decor:
- Fill Those Awkward Corners
We all have spaces in our homes that are a little awkward. No furniture fits there. So why not liven it up with some plants? Go architectural with a Snake Plant. Or go big with a Fiddle Leaf Fig.
- Have Fun With Vine Plants
Outdoors, people avoid vine-type plants. And that’s because they can take over and ruin homes. But indoors, they’re perfect for creating stylish interest. You can keep them under control by placing them in a smaller pot. And then use those vines to decorate frames or mirrors.
- Don’t Forget The Bathroom
A simple way to add style with plants is to turn your bathroom into a jungle. There are plenty of plant types to choose from that thrive in humidity and low light. Then the next time you’re taking a bath, the plants will transport you to a relaxing spot in nature.
- Make A Display
Turn your plants into a display. You can easily do this by repurposing a glass-fronted cabinet or open bookshelves. Fill it up with plants you love. And install LED strip lighting to ensure they’re getting the light they need.
- Air Plants For Low Maintenance Style
If you’re not ready to commit to the upkeep of a jungle, look into air plants. They don’t need soil because they get nutrients from the air. And all you’ll need to do is spray them with water once in a while. You can easily create a beautiful arty plant display with air plants.
- Flowers Are Making A Comeback
You might think of flowers as old school. But they’re making a comeback. And that’s partly thanks to the variety of dried flowers available on the market. They’re beautiful to look at, bring in color and texture, and you don’t need to do anything once they’re in place.
