One of the biggest trends in home decor right now is a natural one: indoor plants. It’s no shock that those without yards or those who just want a little greenery inside have fallen in love with cultivating houseplants. Adding plants is a great way to compliment any type of home furniture, from traditional to modern, and add texture to your displays. Not only is this trend a great way to add a little life to your room, but it’s also good for the health of your home. Plants purify your air and reduce dust levels.

Adding an indoor garden to your home may seem hard to start, but when beginning, there’s really only two things you need to consider: Which plants, and how to display them?

Which Plants?

Succulent Season

Probably one of the most popular interior design trend as of late, succulents are good for those who tend to be a little negligent towards their plants. Typically native to arid environments, succulent species retain water well and don’t need regular attention. Most greenhouses carry a huge variety too, so don’t worry if you’re not a cactus fan; there’s plenty to choose from when it comes to color, shape, and size.

Herb Your Enthusiasm

As helpful as it is pretty, an herb garden is the perfect way to spice up your decor. Herbs grow well in smaller pots, tins, or cans, so you can expand your cooking options by growing a multitude of herbs. Herb gardens are also great because many of them grow quickly from seed to harvest ready. Unsure of what to start with? Some of the easiest herbs to grow indoors are chives, mint, cilantro, and parsley.

Hanging Around

Hanging plants, or plants that tend to drape out of their pots, will never go out of style. They’re a lovely way to add drama to a room, as well as extend the length or height of a space. Empty, barren wall? An ivy that drapes down will fit it in a natural and aesthetically soothing way.

Fake It Till You Make It

You may be saying “That’s fine and dandy, but I can’t keep anything alive.” If you have a black thumb, fret not. Fake plants have come leaps and bounds in recent years. It’s easy to find a fake plant that’s not fake looking. It’s a perfect way to add that natural feel to a room without having to worry about the care of a living thing.

How to Display Them?

Off the Ground

Getting your garden off the floor is a major step into making your plants look purposeful. You should really only keep large planters or trees on the ground, and try to elevate the rest of your greenery to focus the eye on a higher level. You can easily find planters or displays that will raise your plants up and fit the look of your room. Try playing with different heights in your displays to give your indoor garden a lusher feel.

Grow Vertically

Got a blank wall and nothing to fill it with? Use plants! By utilizing wall shelving, displays, or planters, you can create a greenery filled gallery wall easily. Mix and match the plants you use, their heights, colors, and species, in order to create an eclectic look, or keep it uniform for an unmatched sense of symmetry.

Fern Fillers

Plants make the perfect addition to any area in your home that may seem to be lacking something. If you have a bookshelf that is missing a little decor or an end table that’s sadly empty, throw a budding bloom on those spots to brighten the room. Windowsills and ledges are a classic place to put your new plant that utilizes space you usually wouldn’t fill and is typically a perfect place for them to grow.

Designate Your Space

Having an entire space dedicated to your indoor garden can end up being an amazing focal point or accent area. Use a wire shelf or small bookshelf and fill it with your plants, keeping in mind which ones need the most light and which ones will grow the most. One of the trendiest ways to display your greenery? A bar cart. Typically bar carts have plenty of storage and places to feature your plants. Not to mention, they’re often mobile, which make rearranging a room incredibly easy.