As humans we have an innate instinct to connect with nature. Welcome to biophilia which translates to "love of life" which makes us crave the outdoors, find solace in nature, and be drawn to green spaces like gardens, open air parks, and even our own backyards. And in the process of feeding our biophilia we are rewarded with a wealth of wellness benefits.
Biophilia is a design gift. Live plants should be an integral part of our design plan, an important step in the layering in process. We grew up loving playing outdoors, as a grownup we get to play indoors with live plants that are not only structural and pleasing to the eye, but also provide horticultural therapy even if we don't have a green thumb.
Plants are accepting and good listeners that thrive with simple care and attention. Caring for them can reduce stress and anxiety levels. They reward us with a feeling of calmness, boosting our mood, renewing our mental wellbeing, improving our concentration, and improving our air quality. Who hasn't brushed up against an herb plant and not paused to breathe in their aroma and perhaps went back for more?
Even if we don't have a green thumb, we can benefit from interior landscapes by researching and choosing plants that thrive on little or care to downright neglect. And it brings joy in the selection process plants and the cachepots they will live in. It may be trial and error when achieving your interior landscape, but the rewards will make it all worth it.
When selecting your interior landscape plants remember meaning in our interiors reaps consideration for every piece we choose to place in our home. The language of plants, like their wellness benefit, weaves a special thread throughout our home. There are few boundaries for interior landscapes it's your biophilia so whatever holistic benefits you want your plants to bring is up to you. Place them where they will thrive and grow with lushing flair.
Interior landscape falls into the layering in of accessories process so treat placement just as you would any other accessory. Place them carefully and appropriately. And we need to discuss the cachepot, jardiniere, pottery, or clay pot your plant will be planted in. Gather a trove of containers of all sizes, shapes, and designs and then match them up with their perfect plant. Always keep an inventory of these interior landscape containers, pick them up wherever you see them because you will find the need to repot growing plants and change out pots to suit your fancy.
When you are doing your research for your interior landscape be sure to consider your lifestyle. There are plants that are pet and child friendly to accommodate those needs. And there are plants that are conducive to being sculpted into topiaries or bonsai if you want to practice that. Aromatic plants like herbs and some blooming plants are delightful in the right locations.
Rotation of plants is something to keep in mind for your interior landscape plans. This allows for even growth and prevents plants from leaning towards the light. Make sure your containers are ones that are handled easily and convenient to rotate. An interior landscape should always feature healthy, lush plants. So, we won't tell if you name your interior landscape plants and talk with them.
Be inspired to start or review your interior landscape plans. You will be inviting calm, lowering your stress and anxiety, purifying the interior air, and renewing mental wellness - a harmonious welcome for sure.
Sources (in no particular order): Desire to Inspire, Fenesta, Blog Lovin, The New York Times, Tumblr, Little Blue Deer Design, Instagram, Good Housekeeping, Gardenista, Morning Chores, House & Garden Magazine, Pinterest
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