Our Team’s Favourite Indoor Plants.

Ok - if it wasn’t already blatantly obvious, we are HUGE fans of a touch of greenery in our interior spaces. Whether it’s fresh leaves, seasonal cuttings or an arrangement of dried florals, we think they’re the perfect finishing touch to almost any room of the house. Yet, one thing we struggle to explore in home staging is houseplants. Why? Well, they tend to be a little temperamental and therefore aren’t ideal for a home that is shut up and left unattended for most of the week…

But, with that said, houseplants come with so many benefits to our health and wellbeing. Whether it's to promote a sense of relaxation and calm, or to detoxify our air from harmful toxins and impurities, there really are endless benefits besides their stylish appearance. So, we’re taking this one to the team to talk through their favourite indoor plants and why they love them so. 

Potted Orchid

Orchids are among some of the most common houseplants across the globe due to the range of colours and sizes available. Our Director, Sara, believes an orchid is the perfect statement when styling a project or her own home, “Orchids are great for a variety of different properties and, once their basic needs are met, they require very little care, which I love!” 

Sara’s Tip;

Orchids require humidity in order to flourish. Try these simple tricks to increase the humidity of your home; Place a water-filled saucer or tray of pebbles beneath your plant, mist daily, or use a humidifier.

ZZ Plant

Wes, our Operations Manager, loves the ZZ Plant which is a popular choice amongst households and offices all over. They’re super attractive with wide and dark green leaves but they’re also fantastic as an air purifier. NASA researchers have found ZZ plants to be super successful in removing xylene, toluene and benzene from the air. 

Wes’ Fun Fact;

Officially known as Zamioculcas zamiifolia, the ZZ plant is called "the king of the indestructible plants," due to its tolerance of drought, low light, and really low humidity. 

Fiddle Leaf Fig

As the green thumb of the team, Jes, our General Manager, has pretty much every plant imaginable to her name, yet if she had to pick a favourite it would be the Fiddle Leaf Fig. “The fiddle is such a classic! They’re so simple but effective, and look great amongst many different interior styles.” 

Jes’ Tip;

Fiddles like to be watered well, but they also love to dry out slightly in between waterings. When it comes time to water, take yours outside and give them a good drenching! This allows them to really take up lots of water into the potting mix. 

Philodendron

As a newcomer to the plant world, Stef’s collection of indoor plants is growing every week! His current favourite is his philodendron due to it’s fast growing nature, “I like that I can see some instant results with my philodendron - he’s growing super fast”. 

Stef’s Tip;

Philodendrons can withstand darker corners and sparse watering. Water just once a week to ensure they stay on the dryer side. 

Monstera

Monstera have grown to become one of the most popular houseplants over the years and, as such, you’ve probably seen their graphic leaves on everything from art prints to cushions and everything in between. Kirsten, our Brand Manager, loves their dark green, shiny leaves that give off a vibrant, tropical feel to any space, “they give off a major holiday-at-home feeling.”

Kirsten’s Tip;

Try to find the perfect balance between sun and shade. Monstera turn yellow if they are given too much light and can exhibit something called negative phototropism if they are left in the dark, which is when their leaves grow towards the dark instead of the light. 

Devil’s Ivy

Known for surviving pretty much anything, Alexis’ favourite has to go to the tolerant Pothos, which is better known as Devil’s Ivy. This trailing vine has earned this title due to its ability to withstand dark conditions and inconsistent watering. 

Alexis’ Tip;

Devil’s Ivy thrive in a position with adequate light, but preferably not direct sunlight. The plant loves to be misted with water or a plant spray and remember, if the tendrils grow too long, they can be cut back and propagated with ease.