Time for new trends
Trends in fashion or interior design are nothing unusual. But I’ve never seen so many people hyping a houseplant – until now.
I'm not new to interior design, Wenn's um Pflanzen geht schon. That's because I promised myself something: as soon as I succeed in looking after a living being, I'm allowed to buy more. After all, indoor plants aren't as low-maintenance as a piece of furniture. One year after I made my promise, the time has come: my only houseplant – a UFO plant – is celebrating its first birthday and I’m ready for new green roommates.
When I started researching plants, I saw that some houseplants are trendier than others. Whether on social media channels of «plant influencers» or interior design magazines, I always came across the same five species.
Oxalis triangularis
The first time I saw the false shamrock was in a concept store in Berlin. At that time, I thought it had been dyed to make it look prettier. I later learned that maroon shamrock is a species of its own, just like more famous green shamrock. Finally, despite its restrained colour, it's getting the attention it deserves. It's maroon colour looks elegant with other muted colours, as instagram user Anna Berling proves with her picture.
Begonia maculata
The so-called «Begonia maculata» plant is covered in dots that look like they’re drawn by the artist Yayoi Kusama, but they’re real. Instagram user «Daumeliinchen» has a beautiful example of the optical illusion that makes this plant so extraordinary.
Calathea
The stripes of the Calathea plant emphasise its leaf structure and make it a real eye-catcher. Especially when it’s combined with other patters: blogger Camille Lessieux has placed her Calathea in a woven basket.
Kokedama
A Kokedama is a ball of soil that’s covered with moss, on which a plant grows. One of the first creators of this plant – Mr. Moosling from Austria – lovingly calls them «Mooslinge». Since 2014, he has been using a special technique to shape a variety of plants – from green lilies and ivy to figs – into balls that hang without a pot. These spheres float above our heads like planets and catch everyone’s attention.
Pilea peperomioides
My friend from Berlin was ahead of her time when she gave me the first UFO plant seedling a year ago. Now, the Pilea peperomioides, also known as Chinese money plant, pancake plant, UFO plant, lefse plant, missionary plant or mirror grass, is seen everywhere – including in cafés and restaurants. Its round leaves make it very decorative. This plant suits me like no other, as I love spherical and round things.
Nonetheless, I'm ready for something new. But before which one of these trendy plants to get, I'm going to look at flower pots. Their design is just as important to me as the plants themselves. In my next article, you'll find out which plant pots I encountered on my search. I'm sure I'll identify one or two trends here as well. Follow me and you won't miss out.
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