If it’s a jungle out there, then decorating with indoor plants combats the busy world by creating a sanctuary of calm and wellness within a home. A living room needn’t become a full
greenhouse, but plants of all sizes add color, shape and health benefits that are both
physical and mental. As natural air purifiers, species such as the snake plant and peace lily are effective at absorbing Co2, according to an often-cited NASA Clean Air Study that sought ways to keep space station environments clean. Plants also offer a calming presence in the modern world full of screen time. A key to balanced home design is finding the right plant for your space as well as determining the plant type, and level of care required to keep a plant thriving. Susan and Kelly Clarke, the mother-daughter owners of local online boutique Wyldwood Living Décor say, “It’s important to consider both how much time a homeowner can devote to plant care, as well as the natural light available in a space.” The duo has a passion for design and is happy to recommend plants based on a customer’s unique needs, as well as help them style a space with baskets, pots, or another décor to complement a room. While the decorating trend may have begun with the first Earth Day of 1970, interior design integrating plants is now considered a verdant way of life. WyldwoodLivingDecor.com
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1.) Add color and complement your greenery with accent pieces, such as a chair or side table. Merryweather.shop
2.) “The Leaf Supply Guide to Creating Your Indoor Jungle” by Lauren Camilleri and Sophie Kaplan is filled with inspired photography and tips for selecting the right plants for your space. Order from local independent bookstores: RoundaboutBookshop.com, DudleysBookshopCafe.com
3.) A buffet or sideboard provide storage to be both useful and beautiful. Customize the color of this one by Canadel Furniture. MJacobsFineFurniture.com
4.) Stands give both room design and plants a boost. Pottery.House
5.) Order online from Wyldwood Living Décor and the local owners will deliver in Central Oregon. Banana Leaf Baskets, $23-$36. WyldwoodLivingDecor.com
6.) Anchor a room with rugs that reflect personal style. Hand-knotted wool/viscose rug from India. AreaRugConnection.com