Why Artificial Plants Are a Great Idea if You Don’t Have a Green Thumb

Want the benefits of gardening but dread the idea of dealing with all that soil or keeping up with a watering schedule? If so, there’s an easy fix for that — artificial plants!

Although they’re far too often thought of as faded or gaudy, the truth is that artificial plants and flowers don’t look nearly as “fake” as one might think anymore. In fact, many of them rival “authentic” plants when it comes to detail and beauty. Even better, fake plants and flowers can bring a splash of color to your apartment without imposing too much extra work because you don’t have to worry about keeping them alive.

So, if you’re dreaming about having that cottagecore aesthetic in your rental but aren’t too confident in your gardening skills, here are a few benefits to going plastic.

Low-maintenance

The truth is that, for as pretty as plants are, they usually require an equal amount of care and maintenance in order to thrive. This is then doubled for those who want the benefit of having a multitude of flower types in their apartment that might require different temperature settings or watering schedules. And, leaving for an extended vacation without first hiring a plant sitter is out of the question. But, fake plants don’t have that issue because the biggest requirement they have is to be cleaned occasionally to prevent dust from settling.

Pet-friendly

Plants make for great air-purifiers, which highly increases one’s quality of life. However, when living with a pet, that can prove to be more of a drawback because many plants and flowers can be toxic to your furry friend. Thus, by getting a fake plant, you significantly decrease the chances of an accident, while also keeping your rental stylish and rustic.

Long shelf life

Wilted flowers are always somewhat unpleasant to deal with, as well as almost impossible to fix if you lack the time and a green thumb. What’s more, the longevity of a plant is also affected by the amount of sunlight it receives. So, if you’re not willing to accommodate it, then chances are that it won’t hold out for long. This is where a faux plant can make for a great alternative because it can be placed in any spot in the house without worrying about its health.

Great for allergies

Spring is the season of blooming flowers — but also the doom of anyone who has ever had to deal with allergies. After all, it does make it significantly harder to appreciate how beautiful nature is if you have a clogged nose. Fortunately, that doesn’t have to be the case if you invest in artificial flowers. This way, you can still feel like it’s spring inside your apartment without having to deal with all the sneezing.

Fairly affordable

One thing that’s often overlooked about plants and flowers is that they end up being an investment (of time and/or money) that might not always pay off. On the other hand, while artificial plants might require some slight expenses in the beginning, they’re ultimately pretty easy on the wallet. You only have to pay for a fake plant once and then you can enjoy it for at least a decade.