by Scott Huntington
A few decades ago, it seemed like everyone’s home had at least one bouquet of faux silk flowers, that may or may not have been high-quality, perched on a random tabletop.
Thankfully, this trend has gone out of style, and now an interior design isn’t complete without a touch of nature straight from the outdoors.
Using potted plants to decorate your space has numerous health benefits and provides added dimension to your décor.
Here are just a few of the many different indoor plant options available:
photo courtesy of BRF Klätterträdet flickr.com/photos/94999420@N06/8737143747/Cacti
A cactus display isn’t always the most welcoming option, but it certainly makes a statement.
Depending on the type of planter you use, your cactus can be equally at home in a southwestern or upscale industrial chic home design.
A cactus can be watered as infrequently as once a month, keeping your maintenance levels low.
A word of warning - the brightly colored tufts posing as cactus flowers on hardware store cacti are actually glued on pieces of straw.
Aim for interesting spikes rather than cheesy fake blossoms.
Orchids
While an orchid can require more upkeep than other indoor plant options, their beauty and elegance far outweighs the extra effort.
Add a touch of glamor to your space with color-saturated blossoms or embrace minimalism with delicate flowers in muted colors.
Make sure to read up on proper orchid care and the longevity of the variety’s blooms before investing in one of these beauties.
Succulents
Depending on the type of succulent you choose, your foliage could be a soft, pastel green or an exotic shade of emerald with any variation in between.
The feel of the plant itself provides an interesting study in texture.
You can use a larger trough planter with several plants to create a central focal point or use several smaller pots for visual interest.
Air Plants
Of all your indoor plant choices, air plants are the best for the novice.
They pretty much require next to no care except for a spritzing of water on occasion, varying from daily to weekly depending on the climate.
The best part is these guys don’t even need soil — they can survive from the nutrients their leaves gather in the air.
Hanging your air plant in a glass terrarium allows you to capitalize on the interesting shape of the plant while also adding an architectural element to the design of your space.
photo courtesy of elsipp pixabay.com/photos/plant-photo-flower-nature-flora-4444731/Lucky Bamboo
Lucky bamboo is a plant that is very hardy.
It will grow to a height of 3 to 4 feet if planted in a large pot.
If you want your lucky bamboo to stay small, keep it in a smaller pot.
No matter what your style or living space looks like, adding a touch of green can elevate the appearance of your interiors.
With the numerous ways to display your plants, there’s bound to be an option that matches the tastes and design style of your home or office.
