With the Christmas decorations stashed away, consider replacing your tree with an elegant and vibrant houseplant. Houseplants are a fantastic way to infuse your home with greenery and life throughout the year. Here are a few top contenders that can fill the gap, and bring a breath of fresh air to your living space:
Palms: A Tropical Touch
Palms are the epitome of indoor elegance. Their feathery fronds add a touch of the tropics to any room, making them perfect houseplants. Not only do palms like the Areca Palm and Kentia Palm exude a calming vibe, but they are also great at purifying indoor air.
Strelitzia Nicolai: The Majestic Bird of Paradise
For those who crave a statement houseplant, the Strelitzia Nicolai, also known as the Giant White Bird of Paradise, is a stunning option. With its large, banana-like leaves and impressive height, it creates an exotic focal point. This houseplant thrives in bright, indirect light and can grow quite tall, making it an excellent choice to replace a towering Christmas tree.
Dracaena: The Versatile Greenery
Dracaena plants come in various shapes, sizes, and colours, offering versatility to suit any decor. Varieties like the Dracaena Fragrans with its broad, striped foliage can add an eye-catching appeal. They’re relatively low-maintenance houseplants, which makes them a favourite among plant enthusiasts.
Ficus: The Evergreen Favourite
Ficus plants, such as the Ficus Benjamina (Weeping Fig) are evergreen favourites that bring year-round beauty to your home. They do well in bright, indirect light and can grow into impressive indoor trees over time, making them ideal houseplants.
Final Thoughts
Transforming the empty space left by your Christmas tree with a lush houseplant not only revitalises your home but also promotes a sense of well-being. Each of these houseplants—palms, Strelitzia Nicolai, Dracaena, and Ficus—offers unique benefits and aesthetic appeal. So, embrace the greenery and let these beautiful houseplants fill the void, bringing new life and joy to your living space all year round.
Want to know more about houseplants? We’re hosting our annual Houseplant and Orchid Festival Weekend on Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th January, where you’ll be inspired with talks and demonstrations from local houseplant enthusiast and multi award-winning orchid grower Sara Rittershausen. We’ll also be joined by specialist growers Jurassic Plants; Acer, Bonsai,Cacti and Succulents; and Kokedama Llama who will be here exhibiting throughout the weekend with a broad selection of plants available to purchase.
