Did you know that the color green is synonymous with harmony and relaxation? Plants bring much more than warmth to your home; they also enhance your mood and provide well-being. But how many times have you tried with a real plant only to lose it due to a lack of time or knowledge? It's perfectly normal, which is why high-quality artificial plants were created.

While natural plants are undeniably aesthetic and contribute oxygen to the environment, artificial plants have evolved into completely realistic and sophisticated decorative elements.

Leave behind the notion that all artificial plants are poor imitations made of plastic and discover why they are the best option for your decorating project.

Why Use Artificial Plants for Decoration?

If you find yourself in that wonderful phase of bringing life to your home to make it “more yours,” you have surely considered the possibility of including plants in your design. But doubts always arise: Will it be obvious that they are artificial? Is it worth paying more if they are not real? Will they look good in my house?

You are in luck. As we have mentioned, the imitation plants manufactured today achieve hyper-realistic textures and colors with materials like latex or velvet, creating imitations that would make anyone hesitate. Moreover, more and more organic details such as roots or dirt on the leaves are included to make them appear even more natural.

Regarding price, if you think that buying quality artificial plants is more expensive than natural ones, consider how long each lasts. It is likely that an imitation plant will accompany you for a lifetime, allowing you to change it when you tire of it or find another style more suitable. And when you want to refresh it, just a little water and soap will do the trick.

Tips for Decorating with Artificial Plants

Regardless of the style you have chosen for your home—Nordic, classic, industrial, etc.—plants will add that touch of nature that any house needs. However, one of the major limitations of natural plants is that we cannot enjoy them in every room; some require more light or a certain temperature, which limits our decorating ideas. Fortunately, artificial plants allow us to play with them anywhere in the house. And best of all, these artificial plants require no maintenance.

Here are some tricks to decorate with these plants and make the most of their versatility.

Play with Accessories

Having decorative plants brings a lot of life and personality to your home, but pots can also be decorative!
If you have chosen flowers for your home decor, try placing them in a nice vase with water; this will make your flowers look much more natural and eye-catching. You can also try a wicker basket for that large plant in the living room, creating a super cozy feel.

Another idea is to create your own pots with paint or fabric. If you do it alone, you will be dedicating time to relaxation and self-care, something we often lack; if you do it with your children, it will foster their creativity and you will spend a truly fun time together.

Place Them in a Spot Where They Receive Some Natural Light

One of the great advantages of artificial plants is that they do not need light to survive; we can place them anywhere in our home that we like without fear of wilting. However, a little trick to make your plants appear even more natural is to put them in a bright area; the reflections of natural light will make your plant look completely real.

Change Their Location Every So Often

Since your artificial plants can accompany you for a lifetime, a good trick to avoid raising suspicion among your guests is to change their location from time to time. No one will notice that your wonderful plants, surprisingly, never wilt! Additionally, this will allow you to have fun creating different decorative compositions in your home.

Clean Them Often

Although the best part of having artificial plants is that they do not require much time, if we want them to last for many years with that realistic appearance, we must clean them occasionally with water and soap.

It is advisable to dust them at least once a week, as many artificial plants are made, as we have mentioned, with materials like fabrics that can accumulate a lot of dirt.

The Most Realistic Artificial Plants at MAIA SHOP

If you have already decided to acquire artificial plants for your decorating project, it is time to find those that meet the naturalness you seek. At MAIA SHOP we offer a wide variety of products made in a handcrafted manner, among which you will find the plant that best suits your tastes and the style you seek for your home.