Curating a lush indoor garden is a great choice for plant lovers with limited outdoor space and an opportunity for those who prefer not to battle the harsher elements of nature like heat, humidity and bugs!
THINK VERTICALLY
Designed to save space, traditional vertical gardens consist of a pre-arranged network of pots or bottles, which can be purchased ready-made. You can also try your hand at DIY options: repurpose a hanging shoe rack into a herb garden, transform an old stepladder into a potted plant display or create a vibrant floral wall using hanging baskets.
CRAZY ABOUT CACTI
Cacti present a great starting point for indoor gardeners – they’re beautiful, resilient and don’t require frequent watering. Place them in a windowsill planter or arrange them in a boxed display – ideal for those with pets. Another possibility is an air garden where you can house your collection of cacti in round glass vases that are suspended from the ceiling.
TINY POSSIBILITIES
Along with adding greenery to your home, miniature gardens offer an opportunity to flex your creativity. From fairy gardens to bottle gardens, these creations bring together plants with pebbles, statues and other decorative elements. You can even use delicate objects like dolls, candles and fabric since the garden will be in a protected environment. A fantastic project for kids!
Pallavi Pinakin is an entrepreneur who loves to travel and discover new paths to health, happiness and sustainability.