Hello World! Welcome Friends! Modern-day living is all about bringing a bit of nature into your living room! Indoor plants not only spruce up an otherwise dull corner of your room, but they also have a ton of other health and emotional benefits. For people living in big cities like Melbourne, plants bring a much-needed respite from the grays of city life. They’re easy to manage, light on the pocket, and are the perfect green alternatives for décor items.
If you are a new plant parent or a décor enthusiast looking for environment-friendly ways to ramp up your house, you are probably going through millions of Pinterest pins or Instagram accounts to get some décor #inspo. But, before you get overwhelmed by all that is there to know about plant-based decor, take some time out to learn more about how to care for indoor plants, what plants grow best in what part of your house, the most starter-friendly and low-maintenance plants, etc.
You can always visit the local nursery and speak to experts. But, considering there’s a dangerous virus doing the rounds, it’s best if you limit your travels to only the essentials. This article will help you start your journey and covers some of the basics that you must know. Read on to find about 8 of the most common and low maintenance plants found in Australia and get 3 unique design inspirations on how to jazz up living spaces with live plants.
8 Plants to Consider if you Are a Newbie at Plant Parenting
Spider Plant: It is also known as spider ivy or ribbon plant and is a very common indoor plant that is safe for you and your canine or feline friends, in case you have pets. These work well in low-light conditions and don’t come with an extensive maintenance manual. Perfect for new plant parents! They look great in hanging pots, so you don’t have to worry about pets poking them.
Boston Fern: Same as the Spider plant, these are good for hanging in beautiful macrame pots. Like all ferns, they love moisture and warmth. Make sure you give a little water every day to keep the soil moist. A well-nurtured Boston fern looks like a green waterfall making them great wall décor. As per plant enthusiasts, this fern tops the list of favorites for homeowners across Australia.
True Palms: These are plants from theArecaceae family. Some of these include – Areca, Ponytail, Golden palms, etc. All of them are pretty low-maintenance plants and thrive indoors. Steer clear of the words Sago or Cycad (not true palms) if you have pets in the house. Like all members of the Palm family, they love dry, well-lit setups. Make sure you don’t overwater them and enjoy seeing your cat fighting with the leaves.
Mistletoe Cactus: Looking for a unique hanging succulent? Look no further! Mistletoe cactus is a trailing cactus that is well suited for hanging. The pin-like leaves facing downwards can add a bohemian feel to any corner. And if you are concerned that your beloved cat is going to poke at it, well, even if they do sneak up on the plant, it’s only going to give them a little ouchie and nothing more. For these reasons and more, it is one of the top indoor plants in Australia for consecutive years.
Prayer Plant: These plants love low light and humid conditions and are great additions to bathrooms or any dark corner of your house. With beautifully variegated leaves, they add an artistic touch to your plant collection. Isn’t this plant the answer to all your prayers?
African Violets: Looking to add some flowery goodness to your green palette? These colorful flowers grow easily and look like bouquets. They thrive in low-light conditions. Just keep them away from a drafty vent or window and enjoy the bloom.
Haworthia succulents: These are easy to care for plants with infrequent watering needs and look fabulous as a tabletop or stand plants. If the prickly leaves don’t keep your curious pet away, they won’t fall sick either. A total win-win situation, isn’t it?
Chinese Money Plant: Also known as Pancake plant or UFO plant (don’t get us started on why), these plants have cute oval leaves and are pretty low maintenance. They are self-propagators and thrive well in filtered light. Make your puppy pose next to it and ask your Instafam which one’s cuter!
So, if you are green-spired to bring home some (or all) of these plants, check out online suppliers that offer a great selection of happy and healthy indoor plants melbourne. Whether you stay in the city or any other part of Australia, you can rest assured that your plants won’t suffer in the commute if you buy from a trusted supplier. A healthy plant is undoubtedly a happiness beacon!
3 Great Décor Ideas Using Indoor Plants
- Jazz up a corner:
Hanging or trailing plants like the Mistletoe cactus is perfect for bringing focus to an otherwise dull corner of your room. It is best if you place the plant near a window. Add a top, place a Buddha idol or a family heirloom, and voila! You have transformed a dull corner into a happy corner.
- Transform your home entrance:
While people pay a lot of attention to the living room, they often ignore the house entrance. Arrange a few tall plants like palms or bamboo in a cluster, thrown in a rug, add some focal lighting, and there you have a house entrance that will bring a smile to every face.
- Build a ‘me’ corner:
Who doesn’t love those cozy reading nooks that look like they are straight out of a Nicholas Sparks novel? If you want one for your house, all you have to do is choose a quiet window seat or even an awkwardly built alley, throw in a comfortable rug, and a big potted plant (preferably with large leaves). All that’s left is to grab a book, a cup of coffee and snuggle your way to bliss.
Closing Thoughts
When it comes to using live plants as home décor, there is really no stopping you. Be it a tall palm at the entrance of your house or dainty African blossoms to liven up the kitchen, the range of indoor plants is practically endless. Here’s hoping this article gave you enough inspiration to start your journey as a plant parent.
Happy decorating!
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Toodles,
I will file this away for that time when we are eventually down to one house. Going back and forth between the Midwest US and southern Florida has made me a faux plant fan. Being away from one or the other of our homes for weeks at a time only allows me to use artificial plants but I do love the look and the benefits of live plants and look forward to the day that I can incorporate them into our home. Thanks for the easy plant tutorial because I have always felt that the kindest thing I can do to a living plant is to leave it at the nursery. I always enjoy your posts.
Thanks again,
Pamela