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3 Ways These Indoor Plant Ideas Can Change Your Life

The key to being happier at home is creating dedicated spaces to fit your needs—and a space you might not have known you needed is one devoted to wellness. Lucky for you, we know a simple way to weave well-being into almost any area. Hint: They’re short and tall and green all over.

We’re talking about plants, of course. Whether set in spaces saved for meditation or at work, plants enhance our environment, boost productivity and reduce stress levels. Check out our favorite indoor plant ideas and tips on how they can add style to your home.

Assortment of different sized potted plants
Decorated entryway with storage bench

Health

Succulents and beautiful blossoms offer a host of benefits for our well-being. (Besides, succulents practically take care of themselves so, naturally, they’re one of our favorites.) As natural humidifiers, plants breathe moisture into the air, which helps ward off cold and flu symptoms while preventing dry skin, dry coughs and sore throats. They also improve our air quality by converting carbon dioxide into oxygen.

Style

Looking for a beautiful way to display your plants? Try a clear glass vessel, which lets you see the entire plant no matter the angle. Or, save counter space by suspending a mini-garden from your ceiling. Our terrariums are filled with lifelike faux succulents but, for a new look, swap them out with live air plants.

Plant inside slanted glass vessel
Bathroom with floating glass terrariums

Add modern geometry to any space with large sculptural planters, fit for a fiddle leaf fig or two.

Dark grey sphere planters
Geometric shaped planters

Elevate your plants with these sturdy handcrafted iron planters. And don’t overlook windowsills as a space for sun-loving plants.

Dundee white floor planters with iron plant stands
Small artificial potted plants

Productivity

The increase in oxygen levels from photosynthesis not only reduces our carbon footprint, but it refreshes the air. What does that mean for us? A boost in creativity and concentration, happier moods, and a more relaxed and serene aura. Think about it—adding pockets of green to your workspace could be the key to increasing your creativity.

Besides all those good things, keeping plants on your desk is a great excuse to bring in a few pint-size pops of color. These petite, footed planters are watertight, making them ideal for housing dry-tolerant cactus or succulents, or for concealing the container of a potted plant.

Small cactus in ceramic table vase
Small succulent in ceramic table vase

Aesthetic

Here’s where the pretty comes into play—decorating with houseplants! Have interior brick walls or sharp corners? Soften the look by adding plants for contrast.

When choosing your plants, be creative and think both small and big. Proper scaling is key—place a taller plant in the corner, for example, and use a smaller one as a centerpiece.

Looking for a creative way to spruce up that ho-hum bookshelf, countertop or window ledge? Plants are one of your best accessories for creating beautiful vignettes. (Bonus: They also make fabulous housewarming gifts and party favors.)

For a room with a modern mix of natural clay and warm wood, use small planters nestled inside a flanged and footed mango wood base.

Natural clay large planter with wooden stand
Desk and home office space decorated with assortment of plants

Photo credit: Janea Brown (@jnaydaily)

Add height and visual charm to an otherwise drab corner with modern and mixed-metallic planter designs.

Wesley large brass plant stand with bronze planter
Pair of Wesley brass plant stands with bronze planters

Now, it’s your turn! Add a creative layer of greenery to your home with your favorite kinds of plants. You’ll enjoy a breath of fresh air (literally) every time you walk through the door.

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