We love live plants at GL365, whether indoors or out. So, when we can decorate with them, we do! But we know the fear of killing live plants prevents some people from using them. Their alternative is to go without plant decor or invest in artificial plants as a substitute. While faux plants have a place, they shouldn’t be the only plant decor in a home, if possible. This is because live plants have numerous health benefits, and there are several easy-care plant options available.
Although, there are some situations when only artificial plant decor makes sense. For instance, if you spend a significant amount of time away from home or have allergies. These situations are understandable. We also realize that some people just don’t want the maintenance. We get it. But if there isn’t a good reason precluding you from decorating with live plants, ideally, you should have a mix of both. Below are a few tips to follow.
Avoid positioning artificial plants randomly. This can cause decor to stand out unintentionally for the wrong reasons. Instead, be deliberate when placing faux plants so that they fit into your environment naturally.
Place artificial plants in areas where live plants may not be suitable. Live plants must have the right conditions to thrive. So, if there are areas in your space where light or temperature conditions are not favorable, use artificial decor in those locations. Your options for synthetic plants will be unlimited in these spaces since you don’t have to worry about environmental conditions.
Integrate artificial plants into your space to create different color schemes with complementary colors, accents for a pop of color, or monochromatic designs. This can be achieved using artificial plants with flowers or green foliage only. You’ll have even more choices if you also decorate with artificial cut flowers, branches, or decorative pots. These options allow you to create the best color schemes and give the appearance of constant fresh-cut flowers and continuous blooms.
When done right, these suggestions can enhance your space. They can also help avoid the stigma associated with using artificial decor. Finally, combining faux arrangements and live plants help artificial decor blend in better and give you the best of both worlds.