Ideas For Decorating With Houseplants
The Easiest Ways to Embrace the Jungalow Trend
Air-quality benefits aside, decorating with plants is one of the easiest ways to make a home feel more lived-in and relaxed. Thanks to some clever decorating tools and tricks, even yard-less urbanites can create a lush indoor garden. From design-forward planters to outside-the-box styling, these ideas will inspire you to create your own indoor jungle!
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These minimal ceramic wall planters ($19-$69) by Shane Powers for West Elm turn plants into works of art. Bonus: orchid-lovers will get a kick out of the specially designed aerated versions!
Weathered driftwood is perfect for holding anything from moss to air plants. Hit up Etsy for beautiful versions like this driftwood planter ($24).
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If you want to ensure that your plants make a statement, then try placing them in stands of varying heights. Ferm Living's brass pots ($40 each) make a particularly striking partner.
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Create dimension and height with a floating shelf — the look is so simple and streamlined, all you'll notice is the plants.
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Another trick for raising plants from ground level is to line them up on a bench. The narrow width won't take up much space but will make a huge impact. Check out Emily Henderson's step-by-step tutorial for creating this indoor garden!
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If you're looking for an idea that makes an impact on a smaller scale, then try clustering a few plants on a small trunk or side table. Tip: choosing plants and planters in varying textures and heights will create visual interest.
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If you have a vintage chair that you enjoy looking at more than sitting in, then consider using it as a plant stand to put both on display.
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Place a woolly pocket planter inside a vintage frame, and you'll have instant wall magic.
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If you're struggling with ideas for how to put that vintage apothecary or card catalog to good use, then consider pulling a couple of the drawers out and filling them with plants.
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Think of it as a sconce for your plants — these geometric planters ($75 and up) add a touch of glam to that green thumb. Check out even more jungalow-inspired moments in this design blogger's house tour!
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Apartment 34 founder Erin Hiemstra displayed ferns in a cubby-style wall unit in this Sunset house tour to create a cool floating visual.
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Staghorn Ferns replace traditional antlers in this serene setting.
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