Top tips for arranging houseplants

There are plenty of ways to care for your plant. Paying attention to how they react to the different ways you place them. The lovely thing about houseplants is that when their needs aren’t satisfied, they will let you know, and it is best to arrange them in a different place. With the right trial and error, you’ll be amazed at the arrangement placement that your plants will agree with, to perfection.

Organise your plants according to their light requirements

Do the houseplants you have direct sunlight or indirect sunlight lovers? Determine the amount of natural light your plants receive and how they react to it. Choose and arrange your plant accordingly based on this. Arrange your direct sun-loving plants together. If you’re not sure, start by figuring out which direction your windows face.

This will determine the location you place your plants. Most houseplants prefer bright, indirect sunlight, but many can tolerate lower light levels from the sun. If the sun is intense through your windows, you may want to add a sheer curtain to diffuse the light from burning your houseplants.

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Group the plants by height levels

A harmonious arrangement fills the room. You could place your plants on the floor, on shelves or in hanging baskets. This creates a visual impact in the room. To create a refreshing look in your space, arrange your plants in different heights throughout the various rooms. Larger plants can be placed on the floor, while smaller plants work well on stools or in hanging baskets. This arrangement adds refinement and elegance to the room, transforming its overall appearance.

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Create harmony in differences

There’s no need to match plants together. Different-leaved plants will be harmonious and tidy within your space. For a vibrant look in your room and a refined style, opt for foliage in contrasting plants. Big leaves with small leaf plants. For a more fun look, also opt for different contrasts and shades within the leaves. Small and big leaf plants can coexist in the same pot, so long as they share similar soil, water and light needs.