Decorating with Plants? Try these 10 Budget-Friendly Ways

1. Use a bar cart

If you have an extra bar cart lying around the house, don’t let it go to waste. Transform it into your “plant bar” if you’re not feeling the cocktails. Displaying plants on a bar cart with wheels lets you move it around the house because it’s mobile. One advantage of using bar carts is moving the plants from one area to another if the sun hits the plants directly, which might be too much.

2. Fill shelf gaps

Plants are another way to fill empty corners or gaps on your shelves. You could find awkward spaces in between books or decorative items on shelves. Grab some small indoor plants and see if they fit in those tiny nooks. Succulents are perfect because they don’t require too much maintenance. You can also choose ferns due to their beautiful elongated appearance that flows into surrounding objects.

3. Layer the indoor plants

Layering is a crucial interior design practice that gives a space more depth and a fuller look. Choose plants with various sizes, forms, shapes, and heights. If you can’t find plants that come in different heights, you can elevate the plants by using wooden pallets or planters. Displaying them at various heights creates a dramatic contrast.

4. Group plants by color and leaf shape

When decorating with plants, it’s nice to create harmony and visual interest by grouping them according to their leaf shapes and colors. You can group plants with smaller leaves together and cluster bigger ones. Another way to group plants is to organize them by color. Grab some peace lilies or African violets to add pops of color to your foliage decoration.

5. Create a wall of greenery

Featuring some hanging vine plants is a way to create a stunning wall of greenery. If you put them under direct sunlight, they will grow toward where the light is coming from. Window sills are typically common latches for vines as these are where the sun hits directly.

6. Frame artwork with hanging plants

If you have a stunning artwork that you want to highlight, try decorating with plants to create a frame of sorts. You can put the hanging plants on either side of the painting to encompass it with beautiful greens and various colors, making it a focal point in your space.

7. Feature an indoor tree

Try an indoor tree to add a focal point to your space. They are compact and movable, which is convenient when you’re redecorating. Plus, they require very little maintenance. Some beautiful indoor trees are:

Livistona palm
Yucca
Bamboo palm
Rubber tree
Variegated money plant
Snake plant

8. Put plants on a small table

One of the most budget-friendly ways to decorate your home with plants is by grabbing a small table to arrange small potted plants. The same rule applies when it comes to layering plants with various heights. Make sure the small or shorter ones also get noticed by placing them in front while the taller ones stay behind.

9. Beautify empty corners

Do you have a dull, empty living room corner? Transform it into your living room’s focal point by featuring a large houseplant. It brightens up the space instantly and makes your space more inviting.

10. Hang a high plant shelf

If you have a small space and can’t afford to display indoor potted plants, don’t fret. Hang high shelves and feature your plants there to draw the eyes upwards. It creates the illusion of a high-ceilinged place, making it seem bigger.

Final Thoughts

Decorating with plants is one way to brighten your space without spending too much effort and money. Indoor plants don’t need much attention, so you don’t have to water them a few times a day or week. Choosing the appropriate plants is essential so they also fit into your space and overall interior design. Finally, use indoor plants sparingly to not overwhelm your other decorations, especially if you’re trying to highlight another object.

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Karen Faith