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Finding your green corner.
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A practical guide to choosing a spot, following the light and bringing plants and pots together.
Choose a corner
Start with a space you use every day. A chair by a window, an open shelf or a quiet entrance can become the starting point for a greener room.
Leave enough space around the plant for its leaves and for watering. A narrow walkway is rarely the best place for a broad canopy.
Follow the light
Watch how daylight moves through the room. Bright indirect light suits many indoor plants, but the right position depends on the species.
A plant described as tolerant of lower light still needs some daylight. Avoid assuming that a dark corner will suit every plant.
Combine heights
Build interest with a mix of upright, spreading and trailing shapes. Choose a focal plant first, then add smaller pieces if the space needs them.
Keep pots stable and away from edges. Check that shelves and stands can carry the weight of the planted pot.
Pick your pots
Choose a finish that complements the room and a pot that fits the plant. Consider drainage and protect surfaces from trapped water.
A compatible pot is a practical choice as well as a visual one. The configurator is a useful place to explore plant and pot pairings.
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