10 Stylish Ways to Decorate Your Home with Plants

3. The Hanging Oasis: Elevate Your Greenery

Interior of a modern house with plants, showcasing a lush hanging Boston fern in a woven basket and another hanging plant, creating an 'urban jungle' feel. In the background, a bright living area features a white media console, more potted plants, and framed wall art, emphasizing a home beautifully decorated with diverse greenery.

There’s something so magical about plants seemingly floating in mid-air, don’t you think? It draws your eye upwards and adds such an unexpected pop of life. Plus, if you’re living in a cozy apartment in a bustling city like Seattle or Philadelphia, hanging plants are total game-changers for maximizing your small space gardening efforts. No floor space? No problem!

Plants That Love to Hang Around

Not every plant is destined to hang, but some were just born for it, spilling and trailing with such grace.

The Spider Plant has got to be the MVP of easy-care hanging plants. I remember my grandma always had them, and I was fascinated by all the little “spider babies” (plantlets) dangling down. They’re super resilient and look amazing in a simple hanger. A true low-maintenance indoor plant!
Ferns, like the lush Boston Fern or the delicate Maidenhair Fern, can create such a soft, feathery look.¹ Now, I’ll be honest, Maidenhairs have broken my heart a time or two – they really demand that good humidity. But a happy fern in a hanging basket? Pure jungle vibes.
And Hoya Varieties! Oh, I could talk about Hoyas all day. Their waxy leaves are so cool, and many of them have these incredible, often sweet-smelling, clusters of star-shaped flowers. Those Hoyas, their blooms is amazing. They are fantastic trailing houseplants that look stunning when allowed to drape.

Potting Up High: Choosing the Right Hanger

The planter you choose can totally change the vibe of your hanging display. It’s not just about holding the plant; it’s part of the home decor.

Those macrame hangers are everywhere now, and for good reason! They give such a great DIY home decor, bohemian feel. I even tried making one once… let’s just say my respect for macrame artists went up about a thousand percent that day, haha!
For a more modern or industrial look, geometric metal hangers are super chic. They can be simple circles, squares, or more complex designs.
You can also find beautiful ceramic bowls or unique pottery pieces that are designed specifically for hanging.

The most important thing, though? Make sure your hanging hardware is secure! You do not want your beautiful Pilea or Tradescantia (other great hangers, btw!) taking a tumble. Use a proper hook that’s anchored well.

Finding the Sweet Spot: Where to Hang Your Greens

So where do these aerial beauties look best?

Near windows is usually a prime spot, as most hanging basket plants appreciate good light. Imagine a curtain of green!
Empty corners are just begging for a hanging plant. It really helps to soften the lines of a room and draw the eye upwards.
Over a kitchen island (if you have the space and light) can look incredible. Just be sure to pick plants that can handle the temperature and humidity fluctuations of a kitchen. I’ve seen some amazing kitchen plant ideas using hangers.

It truly is like adding a whole new dimension to your indoor garden, especially for us city dwellers where every inch counts!

High and Mighty (Care Tips for Elevated Plants)

Now, let’s be real: watering and caring for plants that are out of easy reach can be a bit of a pickle. No one wants to stand on a wobbly chair with a full watering can!

My trusty long-spouted watering can is my best friend for this job. It helps me reach without too much drama. For some of my hanging plants, especially the ones that like a good drenching, I’ll take them down every now and then and water them in the sink. It’s also a good chance to check for pests or dust on the leaves, which can be harder to spot when they’re up high. A little step stool has also become an essential part of my plant maintenance toolkit for my “hanging crew.”

It might take a little extra effort, but seeing that lush greenery thriving up high? Totally worth it.

Creating a hanging oasis is such a rewarding way to expand your plant family and add some serious style points to your home. Up next, we’re coming back down to earth a bit – but still packing a punch of green! Click that “Next” button if you’re ready to explore the charm of windowsill wonders!