In our Dear Plant Stylist series, we share styling and lighting inquiries received by our in-house stylists with our audience. So read on-- you just might find that your plant styling questions are answered below! 

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Dear Plant Stylist, 

I’m interested in incorporating feng shui into the way I style my home, because I want to make it as tranquil as possible- a sanctuary to return to after work. What plants are best for feng shui and how should they be positioned according to the feng shui tradition?

Thanks for your help,

J.V.

Dear J., 

Feng shui is such an interesting practice. It can be explored very deeply, but it’s also simple to understand the basic tenets and allow them to guide your choices for greenery and the way you place plants in your home.

Maximizing the tranquility and energy of your home is a worthy pursuit. And it’s different than the way you’d organize a workspace: home is about relaxing, feeling entirely yourself and recharging your spirit. 

I’m going to start by sharing an assortment of plants that are among the most feng shui friendly. Be sure to double check that the light your space receives will be appropriate for the plants you choose (you can reference our light requirements guide for support).

Best Houseplants for Feng Shui: 

Braided Money Tree

It may not be surprising that a plant called a Money Tree is considered to be a bringer of prosperity, but did you know that they are also powerful air purifiers? Braided Money Trees are traditionally believed to capture luck in their braids- but their canopies also capture airborne pollutants, and transform them into clean, beneficial oxygen! In traditional feng shui, they are recommended for placement in wealth or health areas. But we think that Braided Money Trees belong anywhere and everywhere- their flexible preference for medium to bright indirect light means that they can thrive in many different spots.

Unsurprisingly, the Braided Money Tree is one of the most common plants in the teachings of feng shui.

The Snake Plant

Another incredible air purifying plant, the Snake Plant is a feng shui mainstay. In feng shui, it is beloved for its role as protector, and is recommended for placement by doors (especially front doors) and in pairs. It is not traditionally recommended for bedrooms. Snake Plants are exceptionally low-maintenance, require little water to thrive, and are appreciative of all light levels, but prefer not to be scorched by direct sun. 

Philodendron Brasil

Health is wealth! And the feng-shui favorite Philodendron Brasil addresses both, with a reputation for encouraging both monetary prosperity and physical wellness. A bedroom superstar, Philodendron Brasils are ideal for tranquil spaces. Per feng shui tradition, rooms in the southeast or east areas of your home are ideal. 

Cascading Pothos 

Pothos varieties are gorgeous and invigorating. In feng shui tradition, stale energy can gather on cabinet tops and in high corners, restricting the home’s overall positive energy. Pothos plants are the perfect way to alleviate this. Place a pothos on a high cabinet or shelf, or suspend it in a basket or macrame hanger, and allow its foliage to grow in cascading tendrils. This easy-care plant will thrive with medium, indirect light, and you can enjoy its misting and watering routine weekly. 

The entryway deserves special attention in feng shui, and is a great place to add greenery. Pictured here: Monstera Deliciosa, Braided Money Tree, and Zanzibar Gem

More Thoughts on Placement:

When it comes to our homes, we are each the captain of our own ship, and it can be fun and gratifying to intuit for ourselves where we’d like to place our plants. But the feng shui tradition has quite a bit to say on this, the general gist of it being: 

• As soon as you enter your home, you are in the mouth of chi. That means that your front entryway is where chi (energy) enters your home. This area should receive special attention and focus, and is a good place to showcase your most beautiful plants.

• General entryways, your living room and dining room are also key areas in your home to focus on. They tend to receive the most varied light and set the scene for your home’s energy overall. 

• Dying plants are not good for feng shui. Ensure that you choose plants you can care for, and that are a fit for the lighting your space receives.

Feng shui is an ancient (dating back to 4000 BC or earlier) and complex traditional practice. There is so much one can learn about it, and myriad applications for its wisdom. If you’d like more information, consider learning your home’s feng shui bagua, or energy map. You can also read more about the significance of the five elements (wood, fire, earth, metal and water) of feng shui. But to begin, consider the basics: placing healthy plants with auspicious connotations in the most frequently loved and used areas of your home. 

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Ellen Degenerers’ home, and impressive XL Braided Money Tree. Photo Credit: Architectural Digest

We love getting a peek into the lush interiors of celebrity homes, and nothing is more thrilling than seeing them bedecked with gorgeous, healthy plants! From the cloud-like foliage of a thriving Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree to a well-placed Silver Evergreen glowing in gentle light, greenery is a feast for the eyes. Check out this round-up of our latest favorite celebrity houseplants, and let the inspiration flow! 

An absolute jungle of a Monstera

There’s a lot to love about actress Laura Harrier’s gorgeous home (that nostalgic ‘90s palette)! But her huge Monstera Deliciosa is the real showstopper. And the best part is that it’s not unusual for Monsteras to exhibit this degree of epic fullness and growth! When they’re happy, they just don’t quit, so any Monstera can achieve this exceptional size.

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A flutter of Fishtail Palm foliage

Fishtail Palms are renowned for their gorgeous leaves, and model Erin Wasson’s is a perfect example of this graceful foliage. The Fishtail gets extra points for the playful, dappled shadows that their silhouette creates in sunny spots. 

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A jaw-dropping Olive Tree centerpiece

Olive Trees are all the rage these days and its no wonder why: their classic yet dreamy look evokes the warmth and simplicity of a Mediterranean summer. Chrissy Teigan and John Legend’s newsworthy Olive Tree serves as a centerpiece in their home, quite literally bringing a sense of the outdoors in.

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An illuminated Silver Evergreen

We cannot get enough of Dita Von Teese’s spectacular home. That vintage chinoiserie sofa, that immaculate art deco rug! And that perfectly glowing, bountifully leafy Silver Evergreen. This low maintenance houseplant is a go-to for those on the go, so it’s no surprise that the Silver Evergreen is a favored celeb houseplant!

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An exquisite, emerald Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree 

Emblematic of Fiddles at their absolute best, Meg Ryan’s beautiful ficus is thriving in her Soho loft, where it receives an ample stream of clean, bright light.

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An elegant and elusive Red Congo

If you loved Game of Thrones (we know we did!) you might have wondered where Jaime Lannister himself watches TV. Well, here’s your answer! Nikolaj Coster-Waldau’s soft and organic living room is a testament to the fact that neutrals can be anything but dull. And his enormous Red Congo is like a vibrant seashell on a shore of earth-tone linen. We adore Red Congos (and so do you guys- they sell like wildfire!) so this one is a truly exciting celeb sighting. 

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the perfect pairing

What do all these plant stylings have in common, beyond belonging to stars? Each plant is perfectly placed, of course! Check out our light guide or get in touch with us via email to find the ideal plant for your style and space.

More celebrity houseplants

1 - Mandy Moore, Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree

2 - Maura Tierney, Cast Iron Plant

3 - Naomi Watts, Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree

4 - Dakota Johnson, Rubber Tree

5 - Ashley Tisdale, Dragon Tree

Photo credit: Architectural Digest

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Photo by Lauren Engel for Mid-Century Home, featuring a Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree and Monstera Deliciosa.

In our Dear Plant Stylist series, we share styling and lighting inquiries received by our in-house stylists with our audience. So read on-- you just might find that your plant styling questions are answered below! 

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Dear Plant Stylist, 

I’ve bought small plants locally in the past, but I’m ready to invest in some statement plants from Léon & George. I want them to align with my apartment’s style: 1970’s inspired, Laurel Canyon-esque vintage. Any idea what kind of plants Joni Mitchell had?

Best,

K.F.

Dear K.,

I love receiving inquiries like these, because plants can bring so much style to an already beautiful space, and they make incredible focal points. 

The style of your home sounds like a natural match for living greenery. Houseplants reigned supreme in the 1970s, so there’s no way to get this look wrong. Still, there were a few standout varieties that really encapsulate the aesthetic of the ‘70s: Pothos varieties, ferns of all sorts, and cacti are all emblematic of the decade.

In the ‘70s, Pothos and Fern varieties were popular for their ultra-lush foliage. The cascade of leaves displayed by Pothos varieties is stunningly sculptural, reminiscent of intricate macrame or even the eponymous beaded curtain. A pair of Cascading Pothos, situated on staggered levels, is a stunning way to showcase these medium plants. Pothos are tolerant of varied light and require watering about once a week. 

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Complements like wood stands, macrame hangers and baskets were very popular in the ‘70s, and for good reason. They’re a way of showcasing pieces of exquisite hand-made craftsmanship, and they can elevate your plants for purposes both pragmatic and stylistic. Our wood stands are handmade of sustainable hardwood, and they are compatible with our classic, cylindrical Mid-Century planters. Playing with tones of coral and gray ceramic will be a fun way to inject earthy color into your abode.

I’d be remiss not to mention that a Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree would be a seamless choice for a floor plant in your space. Super-popular in the ‘70s for their romantic, viola shaped foliage, they bring height and fullness with great texture and jewel-bright coloration.

And for vibrant accent plants, ferns are a shoo-in. I think just about everyone had a profusion of verdant ferns in the ‘70s. Just look at this living room, filled with beauties like the Boston Fern, Bird’s Nest Fern and Staghorn Ferns.

Photo via Design Sponge, featuring a Bird’s Nest Fern, Fiddle Leaf Fig, and Staghorn Fern.

You can get a sense of the conditions that ferns require just by looking at them. Luscious and bursting with life, they like to be kept consistently moist, and appreciate indirect light and shade. The Bird’s Nest Fern, with its elegant, quill-like foliage, is a perfect gateway plant to the intoxicating world of ferns. And Philodendrons, like the Little Hope, are a seamless complement to ferns, with similar watering and light requirements.

Now in answer to your question regarding Joni: we know for a fact that she had succulent, tillandsia and and cacti at her Laurel Canyon home. So without further ado, I’d like to introduce you to your statement plant: The Desert Cactus. Yes, they are mystical monoliths- but don’t be afraid of this plant, because it is exceptionally easy to care for. Ample bright light is all it needs to thrive, along with an occasional drink. And two desert cacti, flanking a doorway, create the ideal portal to a magical home.

Photo via www.vanityfair.com

So excited for you to begin your plant-gathering, K. Every home needs, as Joni Mitchell would say, a “Little Green.” 

And now, a playlist inspired by the vibe!

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In our Dear Plant Stylist series, we share styling and lighting inquiries received by our in-house stylists with our audience. So read on-- you just might find that your plant styling questions are answered below! 

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Dear Plant Stylist, 

Vacation was amazing. I felt so relaxed and I got to enjoy being in an environment with really lush plants everywhere. I swear I could feel the way they affected my mood (more peaceful, like I was breathing in good air.) Any recommendations for recreating this at home with plants that have a tropical look, but can thrive indoors? I have post-vacation FOMO now. 

Best,

V.F. 

Hi V.F., 

Ah, yes, the post-vacation FOMO. We know that feeling well. Often when we go on vacations, that means we’re traveling a bit beyond our usual stomping ground, so we’re seeing greenery that’s exciting and unusual. And sometimes vacationing means that we’ve left urban spaces for destinations that are closer to “nature”, i.e. the beach or, if we’re super lucky, a tropical climate. All of these factors, combined with the main, cognitive shift (that we are on vacation!) can mean that we feel better overall when we’re on vacay. But you are definitely onto something when you mention that the air felt healthy and you felt more relaxed. There is no doubt that plants purify the air, and that even just seeing the vibrancy of green plants naturally boosts our mood.

Balmy summer evenings call for tropical plants like the Monstera Deliciosa or Kentia Palm. Photo by @stevenfingar

Many indoor houseplants originate from tropical climates in places like south/southeast Asia and South America. It’s easy to inject your home with a tropical aesthetic that will elevate it above the ordinary by incorporating plants like these. Perhaps the most renowned plants with a tropical aesthetic are the Monstera Deliciosa, Bird of Paradise, and Kentia Palm. The bonus: they are all easy-care, low maintenance plants that don’t require a ton of water. Birds of Paradise should be situated in the brightest available spot, and receive as much direct bright light as possible. Kentia Palms and Monstera Deliciosas love to receive a steady stream of indirect, bright light, so they should be placed four or more feet from windows that receive direct light.

If you have any questions about how to determine the space your light receives and where to situate your plants within it, be sure to check out our Light Requirements For Plants: Explained! blog post. 

In regard to the air purifying effect of plants: this has been abundantly documented, not least of all by NASA’s amazing Clean Air Study. We’ve simplified the process of selection by offering our Air-Purifying Plants collection, which lists the best of the best air purifying plants that we offer.

Tropical settings are all about texture, created with plants like the Bird of Paradise and Tiger Evergreen. Photo by @renrevic

Now, onto more aesthetics. We often feel that the difference between spaces that read as cold or stress-inducing, and spaces that make us feel creative and comfortable, largely comes down to textures and colors. On vacation, you likely experienced a lot of textural variation in the plants that you saw. Even in super-specific climates like deserts, where plants have all adapted to the same harsh environment, you’ll note that the native plants exhibit a wide variety of textures. Every plant evolves with its own special form, to maximize its functions and protect it in nature. 

You can relish an abundance of texture and color by mixing and matching plants. Rubber Trees, for example, are smooth and glossy, with deep, rich pigmentation. Dracaena Lisas bring the lush texture of the jungle home with their emerald foliage, which falls in a lazy cascade from their columnar base. 

The Zanzibar Gem is an ideal textural plant, because its wandlike, long stems provide fabulous vertical growth, and each stem is adorned with a profusion of luscious leaves.

And just for fun, who’s dreaming of the Mediterranean? The Desert Cactus and the Olive Tree will both help bring the look to life (and with minimal care to boot). Photo by @deborahbrett

Mixing and matching plants is a great way to mimic the biodiversity of natural spaces in your home, and the results are always fresh and exciting. 

Even smaller plants can provide a perfect dose of texture and a wild aesthetic, like the Parlor Palm, the Pilea, and the Jade Pothos.

Choosing diverse pot colors and wood stands, and utilizing other textural accessories like baskets or macrame, is a great way to cultivate the feeling that we have when we experience unexpected visual treats. You don’t have to invest in floor to ceiling kilims or bedeck your entire home in that iconic, banana leaf wallpaper to access the novelty of far-flung places! (But you can, and we’d love to see that as well!) The goal is to spark wonder, a feeling of peace and an in-home reminder that we are natural beings. 

Happy hunting, and let us know how it goes! Living greenery is truly the key to making that vacation feeling last in your everyday life.

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The Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree is such a statement, it can even compete with the bold colors of this dining room! Photo credit: @shaunaglenn

Looking to add a bit of color to your life?

Indoor plants are some of the most versatile pieces of decor to play with, and using a pop of color, whether on the plant’s foliage or the accessories or ceramics that house it, is a fun way to add some personality to an otherwise dull area in your home. From minimal to bohemian and everything in between, here are a few simple tips to make your plants stand out.

Go for a boldly-colored ceramic

White ceramics are clean and cool, but what about colors that really make your greenery stand out? We found that shades of blue were the match made in heaven when it came to lush greenery. Plants like the Bird of Paradise, Snake Plant, and Desert Cactus look particularly stunning in Midnight ceramics, and as bonus points give off vacation vibes all year long.

A bold Midnight ceramic adds a bold splash of color to any style and brings out the bright green and yellow tones of the Snake Plant.

Accessorize with a colorful plant stand

When creating visual interest, plant stands are the way to go. Not only do they make your plant stand out, but they can be a great way to throw a bit of color into the mix. Layer and elevate your greenery with colorful plant stands, like these fun metallic stands by Amigo Modern.

Amigo Modern’s octahedron plant stands are a fun way to add color to your plant stylings. Photo credit: @amigomodern

Create contrast with surrounding surfaces

When decorating a new space or corner, consider the many ways you can create contrast with the foliage of your plants:

• Dark foliage with light ceramics, like the Rubber Tree in a white pot

• Light foliage with dark ceramics, like the Bird’s Nest Fern in a black pot

• Boldly painted walls — think midnight blue or forest green — with bright plants against them

• Layering plants with different shades of green

A Pink Rubber Tree makes for a delightful contrast against a blue wall. Photo credit: @jennykaplan

Brighten things up with a colorful plant

Of course one of the best ways to bring color into your home with plants is selecting a plant that is already colorful on its own! Plants like the Pink Rubber Tree, Magenta Triostar, or Calathea Medallion immediately brighten up a space with their bright pops of pink.

The beautiful Calathea Medallion, colorful itself, in a bright yellow planter. Photo credit: @modern_botanic

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In our Dear Plant Stylist series, we share styling and lighting inquiries received by our in-house stylists with our audience. So read on-- you just might find that your plant styling questions are answered below! 

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Dear Plant Stylist, 

My patio needs a serious overhaul. I want it to be somewhere I can spend peaceful hours, not just a feature that I never set foot on. Do you have any tips for good outdoor plants?

Hoping so-

C.B. 

Dear C., 

Patios are endless inspiration for us, and this is the moment to explore your vision!

Our plant fans have been asking us to carry outdoor plants for years, and the stars have aligned: we launched an Outdoor Plant Collection, and hand-picked the best of the best easy-care bushes and trees for our customers. These plants are hardy and resilient, and will easily thrive with ample light and appropriate watering. 

Outdoor plants are so evocative: we all have memories of vacations that we never wanted to end, and the plants that adorned those environments. For me it was moist, super-green tropical plants in Costa Rica. Others remember Joshua trees, or mediterranean citrus, or so many other beautiful outdoor varieties. Our Outdoor Plant Collection features a little bit of every aesthetic you could want, so let’s take a closer look at the varieties and go from there.

Olive trees are naturally pest-repelling and drought resistant. Photo credit: decorpad.com

Olive Trees

The Olive Tree, or olea europaea, features elegant, silvery green foliage, and is naturally pest and drought resistant. They love plenty of sun, so they’ll be a great choice if you get a lot of light on your patio.

This plant is incredibly popular, and for good reason. They aren’t just beautiful, but they are storied: sun-drenched islands, warm earth, Greek myth, artfully adorned hummus! The Olive Tree conjures them all. If you’re looking for outdoor plants that are classic and luxurious, these fit the bill. The Olive tree will produce fruit over time and with appropriate care, and also comes in an adorable bush shape!

Meyer Lemon Trees

Citrus trees are so romantic, aren’t they? And fun: the fruit they produce is so sculptural and vividly colored. Meyer lemon trees (Citrus meyeri) are lush and vibrant, with that enchanting citrus aroma we all love. With ample light, and over the course of several months, these plants will also fruit- first pushing out fragrant white blossoms, then meyer lemons, which are the ultimate multi-purpose citrus!  

The Sago Palm is a gorgeously lush and textural plant to bring a taste of the jungle into your patio. Photo by Kathryn Millet.

Sago Palm

If you love a jungle (who doesn’t?) the Sago palm (Cycas revoluta) is really a special treat. It’s incredibly textural, with feathery fronds and a rich, coffee brown trunk. Sagos prefer indirect bright light, so they’re happiest in a spot outdoors that receives some shade. They are a match made in heaven for our ceramic pots— you’ll be delighted by how perfectly the proportions complement each other. 

Indoor Plants for Outdoors

Some of our indoor plant varieties can be suited for the outdoors, most notable the Bird of Paradise. Put it in a shady spot or spot with morning light, and watch it thrive! Their jumbo, quill-shaped foliage is stunning in outdoor spaces, and they’re exceptionally low-maintenance. If you’d like it to bask in full sun, slowly introduce it over the course of several weeks, as putting it directly in harsh sunlight will scorch its leaves. The Desert Cactus may also be placed outside and is less picky about the type of light it receives.

The Bird of Paradise can be transitioned outdoors for spring, summer and fall.

You’ve got options, C. And we usually find that the best approach is to follow your heart. There’s no need to try to match a trend to a “T”: plants are all about love. So choose the outdoor plant that makes you feel like breaking out in song. Then grab a good book and your sun hat, because you’re ready for patio time!

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The Cast Iron Plant is an excellent, ultra-hardy choice for a child’s bedroom or playroom.

In our Dear Plant Stylist series, we share styling and lighting inquiries received by our in-house stylists with our audience. So read on-- you just might find that your plant styling questions are answered below! 

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Dear Plant Stylist, 

We are finally getting around to decorating our kid’s room. He’s a super creative kid that loves all things visual and we want to brighten up his space with child- safe (preferably air-purifying) plants. Obviously, nothing too easy to kill or too delicate/breakable. Advice?

Best,

C.R. 

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Hi C., 

This sounds like a fun project! Kids epitomize creativity and because there are well-known links between the presence of living greenery and boosted mood, creativity and tranquility, we think that emphasizing greenery in kids’ rooms is a great idea.

Let’s focus on child-safe plants that have a fairly vertical silhouette, to minimize the chance of mishaps or foliage breakage. The presence of any plant will help to freshen the space and there are certainly no plants that are bad for air quality— though some are more widely regarded for their air-purifying properties than others, and you can find a comprehensive collection of the most highly-rated air purifying plants on our website. 

Large Snake Plant and Fiddle Leaf Fig Bush
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Monstera Deliciosa

Rattlesnake & Bird’s Nest Fern Duo

Good options for large plants include the large Monstera Deliciosa and the Cast Iron Plant. Monsteras are renowned for their fun, sculptural foliage. They’re also incredibly easy to care for and flexible when it comes to light! Cast Iron Plants are—you guessed it— virtually indestructible; a good option should you have a fledgling experimental botanist on your hands. Another great benefit of the Cast Iron Plant is that it thrives in shade, so if this room will usually have the curtains closed, the Cast Iron Plant will be perfectly content. 

Moving along to accent plants: in keeping with the fantastical aesthetic of children’s books and the desire for air-purifying prowess, the Parlor Palm is a great choice. There’s so much to love about these petite dynamos: their fun, feathery foliage and non-toxic nature are complemented by their super-relaxed light requirements. (Low light? No worries! They’re fine with anything from medium indirect to low, artificial light.)

Cap off your new biome with a decidedly Seussian Pilea Peperomioides. It just doesn’t get more fun than the Pilea: like a solar-system mobile, its lily-pad shaped leaves orbit around its base of stems. Keep in mind, though, that Pileas are sensitive to high temperatures. So if you’re cranking the heater, you’ll want to forego this option and perhaps opt for a Calathea Rattlesnake. Who wouldn’t love that colorful, Jurassic foliage!

Note: Looking for plants for a baby’s room? Read our full post on the best plants for a nursery, which only features non-toxic plants that are safer with younger children who may be inclined to take a bite out of their leafy friends! It is important to note that while none of the plants mentioned in this post are dangerous, some are considered mildly toxic if consumed.

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Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned astrology buff, you likely know that your zodiac sign can offer valuable insight into your many strengths, your disposition overall, and the things that are important to you. As a plant owner, insights like these are especially useful. We all want our plants to thrive, and choosing the right plant variety for our unique circumstances is the first (and most important!) step. 

If you’re purchasing a new plant friend from Leon & George, you probably already know that bringing a new, living plant into your home is a special and exciting time, as well as a big decision. So find your sign below and read up on our galaxy of guidance. You can feel confident in your choice, because we’ve curated the perfect Leon & George plant for you! 

The Perfect Plant For You, According To Your Zodiac Sign

Capricorn

Braided Money Tree

Clear-eyed, straight-shooting Capricorn! You’re a grounded and pragmatic soul. You’re not afraid of responsibility, and you don’t leave things half-finished. This makes you a deeply responsible plant owner, and we’d trust you with any Leon & George variety! But you also deserve a break from all your hard work, which is why, with its marriage of intricate beauty and easy-care simplicity, we think the Braided Money Tree is the plant for you. 

Aquarius

Zanzibar Gem

Aquarians, you’re like the ocean: sometimes calm, and sometimes crashing in tsunamis of creative energy, but never still. And while you love to get lost staring out the window, Aquarians also don’t like to be bored, so you’re often on the go. That’s why an easy-care plant that’ll do fine when you float off on an impromptu road trip is the perfect choice for you. And with their super-lush foliage, the Zanzibar Gem reflects your dewy disposition. 

Pisces

Calathea Medallion

Beloved Pisces, you’re a gentle and deeply creative soul that brings imagination and artfulness to all you do. You’re deeply attuned to all that’s around you, and any plant will be fortunate to call you friend. Pisces are often thought to be near-or-truly psychic, because of their intuitive connectedness to all living things. The Calathea Medallion, or Prayer Plant, is the perfect match for you: spiritual and beautiful, reacting with an otherworldly grace to the shifts in light from day to night.

Aires

Red Congo

Aries, you’re coming in hot! With your courage and drive, you’re a force of nature, ruled by the sun, with fire as your guiding element. The Red Congo is a perfect match for you- vibrant and bold, Red Congos respond to the brightness of the light they receive with deeply pigmented, red variegation on their beautiful leaves.

taurus

Snake Plant

There is so much to love about the strong and earthy Taurus. And Taurus, you may be a stable and practical soul, but you also have a deep love of sensory experience- so it’s only natural that a stunningly variegated and sculptural plant would be the right choice for you. Enter the Snake Plant: grounded in the earth, but reaching toward the sky, the Snake Plant is strong (read: virtually indestructible) but innately graceful. 

gemini

Golden Petra

Like you, Gemini, the Golden Petra is expressive, charming and has an enchanting natural charisma. Happy to bask in the haze of indirect light, the Petra can also handle the spotlight of direct light once in a while- she’s adaptable, like you. And just like Geminis, Golden Petras are naturally sociable, appreciative of the microbiome and humidity produced by being placed among a group of plants with similar care preferences. 

cancer

Fiddle Leaf Fig

Cancer, you’ve been famed throughout the ages for your skill as a naturally supportive friend and an artistic spirit. Your emotional acuity can also mean that you experience a wide range of moods- not unlike the beautifully iconic diva, the Fiddle Leaf Fig! With your sensitive nature, you have just the disposition to pamper your Fiddle through any rough spots and appreciate the overall beauty of this sometimes tricky, but always worth it, showstopper of a plant.

leo

Bird of Paradise

How dull our garden would be without a Leo (or a Bird of Paradise) in the mix! And you’re so easy to care for, too. All you need is lots of light (and love, and admiration) to flourish and thrive. Truly birds of a feather, Leos and Birds of Paradise light up their environment and don’t quit. Vivacious! Eye-catching! It always feels good to stand next to a Leo or a Bird of Paradise’s fire.

virgo

Jade Pothos

The earthy Virgo has so many admirable qualities- you always take the high road, and your patience can seem infinite to your fire-sign friends! That’s why the Jade Pothos is a natural match for you. Gentle and beautiful, the Jade Pothos rewards patient plant owners with a cascade of jewel-tone leaves in its own time. (Often quickly-the Jade Pothos is a swift grower!)

libra

Silver Evergreen

Peaceful Libra, your compassion nature and love of balance is a gift to all you meet- and it serves you well as a savvy home stylist, too! The Silver Evergreen is a seamless fit for you: with lushly full, variegated foliage and exceptional air-purifying effects, the Silver Evergreen promotes tranquility, luck (according to legend!) and lends a sophisticated grace to Libra homes. 

scorpio

Ruby Ficus

Scorpio, you’re the best friend a plant could ask for. Loyal, honest and brave, you’re a natural leader, and you don’t follow trends- you set them. And we think that every Ruby Ficus must sprout under the Scorpio sign, because they are hands-down your astrological doppelganger! Pick a Ruby Ficus for its boldly hued foliage, and keep it for its easy-care watering needs. And like you, Scorpio, Ruby Ficuses also have a penchant for self-growth. (These can grow up to eight feet tall!)

sagittarius

Magenta Triostar

Sagittarius, you’re most well known for your deep sense of honesty and justice. But you’re also spontaneous, fun and dynamic, with an appreciation for life’s variety. The Magenta Triostar is a great fit for you: a true individual with a richly independent life. (As a member of the Prayer Plant family, the Magenta Triostar’s leaves close during the night, and open to salute the sun during the day. (A fitting friend for you, Sagittarius, as you’re a fire sign!) 

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In our Dear Plant Stylist series, we share styling and lighting inquiries received by our in-house stylists with our audience. So read on-- you just might find that your plant styling questions are answered below! 

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Dear Plant Stylist, 

I’ve heard that plants like to be arranged in groups, but I don’t know which look best together. Also, do they need to have the same care instructions?

Thanks,

V.F.

Dear V.,

You heard it right. Plants do benefit from being situated in groupings together. But your second question is very astute— it’s important that the plants you choose for your grouping have the same requirements for light. It’s helpful, as well, if they have the same requirements for watering, because that mitigates the chance of over or under watering one as you attend to its friend with different needs.

The Snake Plant and Golden Petra make an adorable couple at this workspace.

So why do plants benefit from being grouped together? Apart from looking great, one reason is because plants release moisture into the air around them. When grouped together, they create a mini micro-climate of boosted humidity, which almost all houseplants, especially tropical ones, love.

In terms of aesthetics, I don’t think you can really go wrong with plant pairing. Grouping plants is all about maximizing the beauty of the plants’ textures through contrasting and mirroring, and different foliage types and coloration look lovely together. So it’s best to approach this from the more pragmatic lens of plant care requirements, as that is the part that’s really key to a successful plant grouping. 

Low to Medium Light Plants

If you’re creating a grouping for an area that receives low to medium light, you have a wealth of options. Consider grouping Zanzibar Gems with Snake Plants. Both are exceptionally flexible in regard to light, and both like for their soil to dry out entirely before being watered. Parlor Palms are an ideal accent for these large plants, and prefer low light and to be watered only when dry. 

Medium to Bright Light Plants

The Lady Palm, Monstera Deliciosa, and Tineke Rubber Plant making a bright and enviable corner in this living room.

This is the moment for Monsteras! One of the most iconic houseplants, with foliage that is immediately recognizable and inarguably fun, Monsteras love to be situated by friends. Monsteras enjoy medium to bright light, and like to dry out entirely between waterings, so they’re a perfect pair for the beloved Braided Money Tree and Rubber Plant. These gorgeous, glossy-leaved plants are renowned for their gleam and lush, jungle aesthetic. And you can choose your preferred coloration: the classic, emerald and burgundy Rubber Plant, the gently variegated Tineke Rubber Plant, or the rosy pastel Pink Rubber Plant. Pileas are also a wonderful option for a small accent plant, with their preference for bright light. They should also be watered only when their topsoil is dry. 

Pet Safe Groupings

If you need a jungle for your little jaguar or a curious dog friend, don’t fret! It’s totally doable. Consider pairing a Parlor Palm with a Braided Money Tree and a large and lovely Cast Iron Plant. Tailor the light of this grouping to the Cast Iron Plant. Parlor Palms prefer low light and Braided Money Trees are wonderfully adaptable, but Cast Irons require low light and must be kept from direct sun. All three plants can thrive in a shady spot. 

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Arrange! 

Arranging plants in groups is incredibly fun. You can explore varied pot and wood stand colors, incorporate baskets or macrame, and create a wonderfully textured microbiome that plants crave. Remember that if any of your plants should experience pests, you’ll need to separate the affected plant from the grouping while you treat it, so that the pests don’t spread.

And that’s that— you can enjoy the practice of liberally misting your grouping, and all of our plants (with the exception the Fiddle Leaf Fig, which prefers special plant food) will benefit from the same gentle houseplant fertilizers. Enjoy the journey and send photos! We would love to see your creation. Now, get grouping!

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The U.S. has no shortage of beautiful outdoor spaces, but for a dose of tranquility and inspiration (not to mention a dreamy picnic spot!), we think that botanical gardens offer a truly special experience.

Because they’re frequently located in urban areas, botanical gardens are able to make the full spectrum of nature’s beauty accessible and offer us a glimpse into environments we might otherwise never see. (Where else but at a botanical garden could you find a desert landscape of cacti and succulents, and a water garden complete with lotuses and turtles!) Additionally, many botanical gardens in the US have put extra care into physical accessibility, which means that these outdoors spaces can be enjoyed by people with limited mobility- and that level of accessibility can be hard to come by in other public spaces and preserves, where paths are often less well-tended and accessibility-friendly landscape architecture is less common.

We’ve rounded up the very best of the best big botanical gardens in the US for this list. But if these far-flung locations are a bit outside your stomping ground, you still have a tremendous bouquet of options! There are so many local gardens across our country, both big and small, and all can offer a wonderful way to spend a day in contemplation and wonder with family and friends.

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1. Huntington Library- Pasadena, CA

A fine art museum, research institution and botanical garden, the Huntington Library is not to be missed if you find yourself in Los Angeles County. Featuring 120 acres of landscaped gardens, as well as a substantial collection of 17th to mid-20th century European and American art, The Huntington may well be the jewel in the crown of Pasadena, itself a city beloved for its abundant historical architecture and cultural institutions. Don’t miss the Huntington’s Amorphophallus titanum, or Corpse Flower, an enormous, carnivorous plant with a Jurassic appearance and, yes, an unforgettably funky odor!

2. San Francisco Botanical Garden- San Francisco, CA

Located in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park, the San Francisco Botanical Garden is renowned for its variety of beautifully curated gardens, from its tremendous Ancient Plant Garden to its Moon Viewing Garden, which features Japanese stone pagodas and enchanting pools. The San Francisco Botanical Garden is equally beloved for its events, including the Flower Piano series, a yearly event in which piano concerts are held al fresco in the Garden’s verdant groves.

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3. Missouri Botanical Garden- St. Louis, MO

With over 4,800 living trees and 89 acres of gardens, The Missouri Botanical Garden is unforgettable to all who visit. Featuring an Ottoman Garden, Chinese Garden and a thriving rainforest of tropical plants within the Climatron Conservatory, this botanical garden is one of the nation’s largest. Its Japanese Garden alone spans over 14 acres, and with cultural days, plant shows and seed sales all on the calendar, the Missouri Botanical Garden offers an abundance of horticultural experiences year-round.

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4. Atlanta Botanical Garden- Atlanta, GA

In the heart of Atlanta’s Midtown lies the Atlanta Botanical Garden. There are 30 acres of outdoor gardens to enjoy, including the iconic Storza Woods, which spans ten acres and features sculptural installations by Dale Chihuly. The Atlanta Botanical Garden has been dazzling visitors and fostering horticultural research since 1973, and is home to The Southeastern Center for Conservation, which works with partner institutions to foster habitat restoration, biodiversity research and more.

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5. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens- Columbus, OH

Founded in 1993, the grounds of the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens encompass the historical John D. Wolfe Palm House, constructed in 1895. If you haven’t yet visited, we guarantee you’ve never seen anything quite like the John D. Wolfe Palm House: a massive, Victorian glass greenhouse which is home to 43 species of palms. The Palm House also features a Ficus lyrata, or Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree, that was planted around the time the house itself was erected. That’s right, a Fiddle from Victorian times! In case you’re wondering: yes, it’s massive, brushing the ceilings of the sky-high greenhouse itself!

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6. ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden- Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque’s BioPark is itself a tremendous achievement, featuring a zoo, aquarium, botanical garden and a beach with fishing ponds containing trout and catfish. Clearly, there’s something for everyone! But we’re preoccupied by its exceptional botanical garden, which spans 52 acres and features a 10,000 square foot glass conservatory, a Japanese garden and a 10 acre heritage farm.

Photo Courtesy United States Botanic Garden

7. United States Botanic Garden, Washington DC

The United States Botanical Garden is the stuff of legend: it’s the oldest continuously operating public garden in the country, with construction dating back to the 1830s. The garden has seen various iterations of development since then, and now features a Primeval Garden, Hawaiian Garden, an Orchid Garden with over 5,000 specimens, and more. Its iconic, glass-clad greenhouse was built in 1933 and contains almost 29,000 square feet of growing space. The United States Botanic Garden’s National Garden is something that we can all be proud of: a three-acre array of plants endemic to the mid-Atlantic, featuring a Rose Garden and the First Ladies Water Garden, adorned with gorgeous tile fountains and dedicated to- you guessed it- America’s First Ladies!

Photo Courtesy New York Botanical Garden

8. New York Botanical Garden, New York NY

Located in the Bronx, the New York Botanical Garden was founded in 1891 on the northern half of Bronx Park, alongside the Bronx River, rocky gorges and 50 acres of old-growth American forest. At 250 acres, the New York Botanical Garden is the country’s largest, and it’s chock-full of diverse landscapes and gardens. Among the standouts are its Orchid Collection, located in the Conservatory’s Rainforest Galleries, an expansive conifer arboretum, and the Cherry Collection, which features over 200 flowering cherry trees, with blossoms in shades of pink and white.

Photo Courtesy Chicago Botanic Garden

9. Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe IL

Since 1965, the Chicago Botanic Garden has charmed visitors with its ample gardens, situated along six miles of lakeside coastline. It features a 17 acre Japanese Garden containing three islands, a renowned bonsai collection, and a sensory garden, cultivated to showcase plants that engage our senses of smell and touch as well as sight. (Tasting the plants might be taking it a little too far.) The six miles of coastline set the Chicago Botanic Garden apart as one of the most aesthetically beautiful and horticulturally diverse public gardens: the lake, and the six islands it contains, are home to an array of plant varieties you simply won’t see anywhere else.

Photo courtesy Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

10. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Coral Gables FL

Constructed in the 1930s, the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is the stuff green dreams are made of. This Miami wonder features a tropical flower garden, a collection of water gardens cultivated within 11 lakes and seven pools, breathtaking waterfalls and so much more. Floridians are renowned for loving their plants, and the moist environment enjoyed by the Fairchild (along with its passionate staff of horticulturalists) means that the tropical plants you’ll discover here are among the most gorgeous in the world. Don’t miss the Butterfly Garden or the frankly mind-blowing Jewels of the Caribbean exhibit, which features 7,000 plant species exclusively found on the Caribbean islands.

So there you have it- ten of the most breathtaking botanical gardens that the U.S. has to offer! Are you putting these on your to-do list? We know we are- what better way to explore the country than to visit its most vibrant and gorgeous public spaces?

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Bohemian spaces are at their best with ample, vibrant greenery. Stylings by @theweekendmixologist

The bohemian look never goes out of style, but it does evolve. And so do you! Luckily, there are plenty of directions to explore when our hearts are set on a bohemian aesthetic. Whether you’re inclined toward a neutral, earthy palette or a rich array of vibrant color, your design dreams are in reach. The one thing that successful bohemian spaces can’t do without? You guessed it: plants. Vibrant, living plants are a mainstay of bohemian decor, and it’s easy to see why: they’re lush, sculptural, and bursting with life. But not every bohemian abode calls for the same leafy greenery, and we’ve curated an array of perfect plants for your pad. Read on to discover enchanting curtains of trailing foliage, palms that brings the vibe of a permanent vacation, and even more leafy options to sparkle in your bohemian space.

schefflera TREE

Luxe, bohemian style doesn’t have to be high-maintenance. With flexible light requirements and a decidedly easy-going watering routine, The Schefflera Tree, or Umbrella Plant, is the definition of a shoo-in. This bountiful statement tree features an iconic canopy of fluttering foliage and is an age-old favorite of the feng shui tradition, legendary for bestowing good fortune, fulfillment and prosperity to its owner by capturing positive chi in its umbrella-shaped fronds. And there’s even more good news: the Schefflera is also a scientifically proven, potent air purifier that converts carbon monoxide to oxygen while removing toxins like benzene and formaldehyde from the air.

Bird Of Paradise

If you’re looking to emulate paradise in your space, the Bird of Paradise is a great way to go about it! These gorgeous statement plants feature enormous foliage, renowned for its bright coloration and trademark feathery splits and frays. Birds of Paradise can grow exceptionally large, but you might be surprised to learn that they’re among the most low-maintenance plants available for indoor spaces. Their needs are simple: direct sunlight (as much as possible!) and occasional light watering, exclusively when their topsoil is dry.

Dracaena Lisa

Towering statement plants are a trademark of bohemian style, and the Dracaena Lisa is emblematic of luxury and abundance. But it gets even better: these sultry beauties are also low-maintenance and genuinely easy to care for. Like a carefree friend that’s always happy to come along for the ride, the Dracaena Lisa is laid-back and flexible. Tolerant of varied light, Dracaena Lisas seem to thrive effortlessly, and require water only sparingly, when their topsoil is dry to the touch. With a tall and slender structure, their deep, emerald foliage makes the Dracaena Lisa an instantly mysterious, rich focal point. 

Zanzibar Gem

Dreamy texture: the Zanzibar Gem is an ideal plant variety for bohemian spaces, with long, slim wands of luscious foliage. Available in a wide variety of sizes, Zanzibar Gems evoke a tropical aesthetic and can thrive even in very low light. They’re a great plant from corner or hallway placement, and can maintain beautiful health where many other plants cannot. If you need a gorgeous plant that is just as content to dance in the shadows as it is to bask in light, the Zanzibar Gem is it.

Ficus Audrey Tree

For greenery that defines elegance and nuance, the coveted Ficus Audrey the gold standard. Serene and romantic, the Ficus Audrey Tree features a graceful, slim trunk and a canopy of delicate, spade-shaped foliage.The Ficus Audrey Tree requires bright, indirect sunlight to thrive, and is native to India and Pakistan. Also known as the Banyan Tree, rumor has it that Buddha attained enlightenment while meditating beneath a Ficus Audrey. And if that makes you picture a towering tree, you’d be right! The Ficus Audrey can grow quickly with appropriate care, and have been known to even exceed 100 feet in height in the wild.

Pink Rubber Tree

Color is key to a bohemian look, whether your palette consists of rich sands and grays or is awash in waves of vibrant hues. (We think both approaches are stunning!) Pink Rubber Trees add a gentle splash of rosy tones with variegated foliage in shades of strawberry and jade. Perfect for adding intrigue to sunny spaces, the Pink Rubber Tree brings a natural, elegant ombre coloration to any room, and its pink tones will deepen and brighten with steady light. 

Dracaena Compacta

A laddered canopy of foliage is a wonderful way to inject your space with dimension and sculptural appeal. Enter the Dracaena Compacta: a gorgeous, easy-care statement plant with multiple slender trunks crowned with lush pom-poms of jewel-like, emerald foliage. Because of their slim structure and laddered formation, Dracaena Compactas are ideal for corner placement. They thrive in medium light and require little attention to flourish, needing water only when their topsoil is dry to the touch. 

monstera deliciosa

The Monstera Deliciosa defines wild beauty with sculptural, textured foliage, and is prized for its ability to grow abundantly. This large Philodendron variety is low maintenance and adaptable to medium light. If you’re looking for a cheerful and energetic burst of color, the Monstera Deliciosa hits the spot. Just gazing at a Monstera is sure to boost your mood, and watching them grow is a wonder. Enchanted by the vents and splits and their leaves? You can get even more by placing your Monstera in a bright, sunny spot. Water sparingly and your Monstera will reward you with generous (even rapid!) growth.

Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree

Possibly the most downright envied statement tree on the scene, the Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree is a seamless addition to luxurious, bohemian spaces. With large, violin-shaped leaves and a tall, slender trunk, the Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree is a breathtaking tree for owners with some plant experience. Fiddles require a light touch to thrive and should not be overwatered, but once you familiarize yourself with your tree’s needs, the reward cannot be overstated. A Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree’s sprawling canopy of gorgeous foliage, aglow in afternoon light, is a sight you won’t soon forget.

ponytail palm

If your environment is blessed with a super-bright spot (maybe where your cat’s always napping, or where your cacti soak up the sun) then congratulations! You’ve identified the perfect place for a charming and energetic new Ponytail Palm. These lushly textured floor plants are from the Agave family, so you know what they want: plenty of light and very little water! Their thick trunks hold moisture, so Ponytail Palms are truly a plant you can set and forget. They typically need water every two weeks or less. 

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A romantic style of interior design and decor can be tricky to do well. After all, you are looking to create a dreamy, comfortable and evocative space, not a room filled with doilies and dried roses. And the romantic aesthetic has never been more popular: from Regency (Hello, Bridgerton!) to bohemian looks, to the sleek and glossy romance of the early aughts, there are many interior style paths that can lead to a stunning, romantic impression. But they all have one thing in common: a vivid, fresh dimension of living greenery. Gorgeous statement plants are timeless, and they may just be the one decor item that is truly non-negotiable. Luckily, nature provides. So read on, and get to know the ten absolute best plants to enhance your romantic space!

Ficus Audrey Tree

What do you think of when you think of Audrey? Us too! Epitomizing grace, effortless style and romance, the Ficus Audrey Tree is a superstar in the world of indoor greenery. With a slim, gracious trunk and a gentle canopy of vibrantly hued, spade-shaped foliage, the Ficus Audrey is a serene and stately floor plant. Not to be overshadowed, the Ficus Audrey Tree will thrive in a prized spot in your home that receives bright, indirect sunlight. Native to India and Pakistan, the Ficus Audrey is also known as the Banyan Tree, and has natural air-purifying properties. If you’re looking for a tree that will attain great heights, the Ficus Audrey is a wonderful choice: they can grow quickly when well-cared for, and have been known to grow as tall as 100 feet in the wild!

Pink Rubber Plant

Add a touch of enchanting pink tones with the gently variegated Pink Rubber Plant. Ideal as a centerpiece, or to accent a coffee table or vanity, the Pink Rubber Plant boasts foliage in hues of strawberry and mint. This ornamental ficus is a seamless way to add spellbinding tie-dye coloration to a space, and as with the Rubber Tree, its pink tones will brighten and deepen with steady natural light. 

Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree

If you’re the sort that never settles, especially when it comes to feathering your nest, the Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree should be at the top of your list. Talk about the best of the best: Fiddle Leaf Fig Trees are the most envy-inducing statement tree on the market. From the crisp pages of Architectural Digest to the homes of your most discerning friends, it’s likely that you have seen a Fiddle in situ before. But nothing compares to buying your own Fiddle and watching it flourish. Elegant, violin shaped foliage and a sky-high, slender trunk make this plant the pinnacle of modern romance. Be prepared to lavish your Fiddle with love in the form of ample bright, indirect light. But when it comes to water: play a little hard to get. If you baby your Fiddle with too-frequent waterings, it may scorn you and drop leaves. But treat it with a light touch, and it will dazzle you with gorgeous foliage and health.

King Of Hearts Anthurium

Sometimes you can’t go wrong with a classic. That adage is especially true when you need a pop of crimson color (who doesn't?) to brighten the palette of your space. Look no further than the King of Hearts Anthurium: nature’s answer to the heart-shaped box. With ruby-toned, spade-shaped blossoms, this flowering plant is energetic and playful, but elegant enough to be placed in any room. A successful romantic aesthetic is like viewing your world through rose-colored glasses: it makes the everyday more enchanting, and brings an element of pleasure to well-trod spaces. And with the resilient King of Hearts Anthurium, your pleasure garden can blossom year-round. That’s right! This plant can blossom all year long.

Zanzibar Gem

The definition of lush: the Zanzibar Gem is a luxurious, tropical jewel of a statement plant and is perfect for floor placement. With slender wands of luscious foliage, Zanzibar Gems add an element of graceful height to spaces with varied light. They grow best in spots that receive a good amount of indirect sunlight, but are highly adaptable, so they’re also a safe option for environments that are a bit dark (and mysterious!). 

Sunshine Calandiva

Playful texture and an abundant cloud of golden yellow blossoms make the Sunshine Calandiva a welcome beam of light for any space. Their note of touchable, soft blooms is perfect for illuminating areas that are otherwise spare- or you can add them to an eclectic palette for an additional burst of color and lacey allure. Calandivas are a succulent variety that will produce ample flowers year-round with appropriate light and care.

Dracaena Compacta

For another dose of gorgeous texture, a Dracaena Compacta is ideal. Their laddered structure means that you get a ton of bang for your buck: multiple slender, tactile trunks topped with vibrant pom-poms of dense, emerald foliage. Dracaena Compactas are perfect for corner placement: a rare feature that should never be overlooked. And because they do thrive in medium light, there’s no need for special care. They were made to dazzle and require little attention, requiring water only when their topsoil is dry to the touch.

Queen Of Spades Anthurium

Again, we come back to the old adage: say it with flowers! Another effortless flowering variety, the Queen Of Spades Anthurium is the natural consort of the King of Hearts. Gorgeous, heart-shaped leaves and snowy white blossoms crown this easy-care ornamental plant, which is perfectly content to bloom year-round when well cared for. Place it in a spot that receives ample light, and count how many blossoms your Queen provides! 

Rubber Tree

Intrigue and sultry coloration unite in the gorgeous Rubber Tree. With film-noir appeal and super-glossy, large leaves, the Rubber Tree is a little bit mysterious, and entirely charming. Its foliage features a palette of deep emerald and vibrant scarlet tones that are instantly evocative and, of course, romantic. Place a Rubber Tree in a spot that receives plenty of indirect sun, and its red hues will shine bright: Rubber Trees produce that crimson hue in accordance with the amount of light their leaves receive.

Dracaena Lisa

There’s nothing more romantic than perching beneath a towering curtain of foliage. For an unforgettable statement, the Dracaena Lisa is a perfect choice. Naturally slender and tall, they’re also exceptionally easy to care for. Healthy plants are paramount for successful interior design, and a Dracaena Lisa is ideal in this regard. They are truly low-maintenance, adjustable and require water only when their topsoil is dry to the touch. All reasons that Dracaena Lisas get our vote of confidence, not to mention the fact that they’re beautifully textured and deeply colorful

Now that you’ve selected your plants, learn all you need to know about these gorgeous, romantic varieties of greenery! Information on how to care for the plants listed above, as well as guidance for troubleshooting common plant care issues, is all available at La Residence.

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