Best tall indoor plants: Houseplants that will stand out
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Having a decor crisis and need a shake-up? A blossoming plant might be the perfect remedy.
Indoor greenery fills the home with colour and texture. Even the smallest potted shoots can help the space feel nurtured and curated.
Tall indoor plants take this sentiment to new heights. A willowy succulent that flanks a sofa or armchair signifies a homeowner with taste. Whether you choose an Arecas or a Dracaenas to dot around your living space, it will add a pinch of botanical zest to your plantless pad. It’s just a case of knowing where to find them.
Veteran vegetation owners will know that the benefits of owning a plant or two extend beyond aesthetic value. Real plants can help to purify the air that we breathe by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen. This helps to improve our respiratory systems and reduces the chances of catching illnesses.
A recent study between RHS Science and the University of Reading revealed that plants can further absorb airborne pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide and increase ambient humidity. So naturally, they are popular buys among health warriors.
This is reflected in a Gitnux market-data report from this year which concluded that the global market of household plants was valued at over $5.6 billion (£4.4 billion) in 2021 and is expected to reach $27.1 billion (£21 billion) by 2025. Millennials make up for 37 per cent of all US consumers, primarily buying succulents for their aesthetic value. So it’s safe to say that houseplants are a flourishing industry.
Hone your interior decorating skills and liven up the space with a towering houseplant to accent your home.
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M&S Large Dracaena in Basket
Alternatively known as the Dragon Tree, the beloved Dracaena is one of the easiest plants to welcome into your home. It’s simple to care for and makes for a striking statement in a shared space.
H&M Fiddle Leaf Fig
Oliver Bonas Areca Palm Artificial Plant
Patch Plants Nicolau
IKEA Fejka Artificial Potted Plant
Dunelm Bird Of Paradise House Plant
Add a tropical spin to your homeware arsenal with Dunelm’s Birds Of Paradise plant. Available in a range of sizes (who said you can only get one?), the piece will delight those who are new to plant parenthood and help to purify the air. Note, the plant is not pet-friendly so keep away from furry friends.
Prickle Plants Cast Iron Plant
Symple Stuff Self-Watering Plant Pot
Available in both black and white to suit your home aesthetic, this 148cm self-watering planter is designed to fit into any space without running the risk of overcrowding. The self-watering mechanism requires plugging in before it can deliver successful vertical sub-irrigation for up to 30 days at a time.
GreenBrokers Premium Artificial Lilac Wisteria Tree
Desperate to bring spring in? Recreating Wisteria Lane is but a simple purchase away. The bountiful lilac-hued plant is not only dreamy and attractive but it also symbolises long life and immortality. Take the fuss out of the growing process with this potted tree that is crafted to be as botanically accurate as possible.