Faux Plants Done Right: Knowing When They’re the Ideal Fit

I didn’t think I’d ever reach for a faux plant.

I’m a passionate green thumb, spending hours in my garden but having the opportunity to play with faux stems has given me a new perspective.

Hyper-realistic plants and stems have become an amazing tool in the interiors toolbelt.

1. Create a Statement Centerpiece

Faux stems can elevate your dining table, coffee table or hallway table. Choose tall, dramatic branches like eucalyptus, magnolia, or cherry blossoms to add height and visual interest.

Mix in real foliage or branches to create a dynamic centre piece.

2. Green Corners that Pop

If you have dark corners where you struggle to grow a plant, a faux plant like a fiddle-leaf fig, monstera, or snake plant can bring the space to life. Place your plant in a textured pot to add depth and character.

3. Layered Shelving Elegance

Shelves aren’t just for books! Incorporate trailing faux vines like pothos or ivy for a cascading effect that adds softness to hard lines. Mix greenery with decor pieces like candles, ceramics, and framed art for a curated, balanced display.

4. Bathroom Bliss

Faux plants thrive where real plants don’t—like your windowless bathroom. Opt for smaller plants like succulents or ferns to adorn countertops, shower niches, or wall-mounted planters. Their lifelike appeal can transform your bathroom.

5. Seasonal Switch-Ups

With faux stems, it’s easy to refresh your decor for the seasons. Faux stems can be swapped out effortlessly, pairing them with different decor pieces, keeping your home decor current and lively year-round.