01. House Plants
As fall ushers in cooler weather and we spend more time inside, it’s natural to crave a taste of the outdoors. Bringing greenery into your interiors, in the form of house plants or even indoor trees, is undoubtedly the best way to do that. Although often overlooked, plants play an essential part in designing the perfect luxury apartment. In fact, plants are instrumental to creating a living space that is homely and chic at the same time. Not only do indoor plants improve the air quality, by increasing oxygen levels in the room but they also improve the overall aesthetical cohesion and appeal of the place.
There are other tangible benefits to adding house plants to your decor, some of the best being their impact on well-being. “When you see a plant thriving and unfurling new growth, there’s a happiness you feel,” says plant guru and stylist Hilton Carter, who’s written several books about designing with greenery, including Wild Interiors and Wild Creations.
Unless you know exactly what you’re looking for, the purchasing experience can vary between online plant shops, with some providing the option of filtering by price, size, sunlight and watering requirements. Similarly, if you have a particular concern such as low light, a curious pet, active toddler or a busy schedule that has you traveling frequently, you can search accordingly to find the best fit for you. Houseplant containers come in a range of materials, too, including terra cotta, metal and eco-friendly plastics, so you have plenty of choices when it comes to finding a look you like.
What qualities make for a good indoor plant?
There are several qualities to look for when selecting an indoor plant.
A good root system – This is incredibly important when choosing a plant. It’s not practical to pull a plant out of its pot to check its roots but if it is a small plant, this can be done. Healthy roots are thick and light in color.
Foliage- Here’s a good rule of thumb when it comes to plant foliage: if you can’t see through it, the foliage is thick enough.
Check for disease – Some signs of a plant with pests or disease are: white dots, sticky residue on the leaves and a bad odor.
Here is another great resource on caring for both indoor and outdoor plants: Homestead & Chill I follow Deanna, also known as DeannaCat. on instagram too @deannacat3
