The good influence of plants on our well-being has been confirmed by scientific research. We feel it not only in the natural environment or in the garden, but also at home.It is not important whether we are dealing with flowering species or not.Our attention can be drawn to both flowers and colorful, interestingly shaped leaves.
In the room it is difficult not to notice species with variegated, colorful leaves, such as Caladium Caladium or Fittonia phytonia. Their unusual beauty is additionally emphasized by the company of other green plants. Carefully selected pots, matching the style of the apartment, will allow for a harmonious combination of beautiful plants with other interior elements.
Green, silver and white colors work best with a modern arrangement.In an ethno-style apartment, plants planted in simple ceramic pots, especially unglazed, will look great.
Plants with particularly decorative leaves, e.g. royal begonia Begonia rex 'Escargot' with fancifully twisted leaflets in the shape of snail shells, look best as a single specimen placed on a light, calm background.The basic rule when decorating a room with plants with patterned, very colorful leaves is: the less the better.
Compositions composed of many plants with multi-colored, mosaic leaves give the impression of disorder, and even disturbing chaos. On the other hand, a few skilfully selected specimens with harmonized, milder colors create a set that emphasizes the unique features of individual plants, not unnecessarily competing with their neighbors.
It is worth remembering one more important property of colorful plants: the most spectacular effects are provided by plants with leaves not only extremely decorative, but also the largest.
How to care for orchids
Indoor plants require special care in winter. In an apartment heated by radiators for many days, the air humidity drops very quickly. In order to provide the plants with optimal vegetation conditions, they should be regularly sprinkled or placed in containers with water.Since there are few sunny hours in winter, we place photophilic species as close to the window as possible.Many plants with colorful leaves like very bright locations, but do not tolerate direct sunlight.
