Want a soothing spot in your home where you can escape the hustle and bustle of the day? A well-appointed plant corner with foliage plants and moss can create an oasis of calm. Not only do these plants bring a sense of nature inside, they also provide clean air and a pleasant atmosphere. In this blog, you will read how to put together such a corner with plants that are not only beautiful, but also much sought after and thus loved by plant lovers.
Choose leafy plants with character
The basis of your soothing plant corner are leaf plants with a distinct structure or markings. Think of:
Calathea and Maranta
These so-called "prayer plants" close their leaves at night, creating subtle movement in your corner. Their variegated leaf markings give a lively but soft effect.
Aglaonema
Easy to maintain and available in a variety of leaf colors from silver gray to pink. Perfect for a peaceful look without being boring.
Philodendron and Monstera
Popular for their tropical look. A Monstera with split leaves or a Philodendron with heart-shaped leaves adds an instant botanical accent.
Scindapsus and Epipremnum
These hanging or climbing plants provide a lush, relaxing atmosphere. They are also easy to propagate and grow quickly.
Dieffenbachia and Syngonium
For those who love symmetry and softer colors. They do well in corners with filtered light.
Be sure to combine different leaf sizes, heights and colors for a playful but balanced effect.
Add moss for a natural base
Moss creates tranquility, dampens noise and gives your plant corner a woodsy feel. You can work with such things as:
- Moss mats under pots or in between plants.
- Moss balls (Kokedama) with plants such as Hoya or Dischidia. You can hang these for extra depth.
- Decorative moss in glass cloches, among tree bark or as a bottom in a planter for a green carpet feel.
Moss feels cool and natural, and combined with foliage plants creates a harmonious look.
Think in layers and textures
A good plant corner has layering. Put taller plants such as a Ficus lyrata or Licuala in the back. In the middle, choose medium-height species such as Ctenanthe or Anthurium, and put low-growing species such as Zamioculcas or Begonia front.
Want to visually enhance the space?
Have a Rhaphidophora or Cercestis climb up along a moss stick or wall, or have one Cissus hang down from a high shelf.
Subtle accessories finish it off
Work with natural materials such as wood, bamboo and ceramics. Avoid bright colors or busy prints - opt for calm earth tones. A soft spotlight or warm LED light on your plant corner makes it extra atmospheric, especially in the evening hours.
You can also add some aromatic moss, a small fountain or an air purifying Spathiphyllum add for an almost spa-like atmosphere.
Maintenance: quiet rhythm, soothing corner
A soothing plant corner does not require daily care, but it does require regularity. Preferably give demineralized water or clean rainwater at room temperature (especially for Calathea and Maranta), provide adequate humidity, and don't move plants with softer leaves too often. Occasional leaf dusting helps them breathe better.
Whether you clear one wall or transform an entire corner, using leafy plants and moss to create a place that exudes tranquility. And with popular plants like the Monstera, Philodendron, Scindapsus and Calathea you're always right, both in appearance and care.
