How Can I Decorate an Office With Plants?
- Put the plants up front in the reception area so they can be the first thing guests, clients or employees see when they walk in. Consider putting a large floor plant in front of the reception desk or put one small plant on either end of the desk if the desk is large enough.
- Place plants on a shelf on the wall in the bathroom. Opt for small, interesting plants to add a unique touch. Cactus plants come in various sizes and they are attention grabbing, so they are a variation from the other plants in the office.
- If you have a kitchen area in your office, consider hanging some plants from the ceiling. It incorporates greenery into an area where plants sitting on surfaces could get in the way. Hang one or two, preferably near a window, in a hanging planter. Spider plants are an excellent option for plants to hang from the ceiling as the leaves and shoots flow downward.
- When choosing plants to decorate the office, it is important to consider their size in comparison to where you want to put a plant. If the plants are sitting on a surface, such as a desk, they should be small so to not take up too much space. If they are floor plants, there is a little more room for them to be larger. For floor plants, choose a large, decorative container that complements the other décor in the office.
- With several people crowded into an office, you may want to opt for a plant that has no flowers so that the pollen will not bother those with severe allergies. Basic green plants can be still add a touch of beauty to the office, but without the allergens.
- If your office seems a little dull, put out some Coleus plants to add bright splashes of color. Coleus plants come in various sizes and are easy to take care of. They come in several colors and interesting patterns so they will bring something a bit different from the typical houseplant.