Bringing the Outdoors Inside

I don’t know about where you live, but it has been hot here in Houston! On days like this, it’s hard to hang out on the porch or in the backyard. But it’s summer, so I still want to have that outdoor feeling even when I’m inside my house. One of my favorite ways to do that is by bringing a little bit of nature into my interiors. But I don’t just mean flowers. Here are some great ideas for getting that fresh-from-nature look in your rooms.

Flowers from the Garden

Of course the easiest way to get that fresh look in your rooms is to use cuttings from your own backyard! Hydrangeas and sunflowers are so beautiful right now, but you can also cut from crape myrtle trees, dahlias, or any other blooms you have. I love to have flowers in my home throughout the summer!

Branches

Branches from your trees can also create a lovely green moment in your home. In the spring, we often think of bringing in dogwood or pear branches, but the leaves are just as lovely on their own. Consider adding branches to a bouquet, or place a few in a vase as a standalone look.

Indoor Trees

Bringing potted trees indoors is a great way to showcase a natural look, but there’s an added benefit. Trees create oxygen, so they are literally a breath of fresh air! Consider Fiddle Leaf, Jade, Rubber Plant, or Palmer Palm trees for a gorgeous look.

Succulents

If you don’t have a green thumb, but you love indoor plants, consider succulents as your go-to greenery. These plants are practically foolproof, and don’t require a lot of care at all. And they can be planted in just about any bowl, vessel, or shallow glassware.

Magical Moss

Why do I say moss is magical? Because it is a no-muss-no-fuss look for an indoor plant. You can plant moss in just about anything and, with very little care, it will thrive. It creates a soft and lovely green spot anywhere in your home.

Faux Real

If you’re really bad at keeping green things growing in your home, you’re still in luck! There are some stunning faux plants out there now. They don’t need watering or any sun, so they’re perfect for rooms with no windows, or for people who don’t want to work for their natural look.

What’s your favorite indoor plant? Let me know in the comments section below!

Warmly,

Beth