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A Few Faux Plants You Might Consider. . .

October 27, 2016

I realize that some consider “faux” plants a decorating “faux pas.” But, if they look good enough, I consider them a wise investment.

faux houseplants

 

I’m using these three at different spots around our house and think they all pass the “real enough” test. . .

one.

faux cabbage succulent

This cabbage succulent is my favorite. I love the size and the edges of the leaves are just brown enough to make it look like a live plant. I’m using it on our coffee table in a blue and white planter. (It’s also on sale for more than half off right now.)

faux succulent 

 

two.

preserved boxwood topiary

I recently ordered this little preserved boxwood topiary for our entry, but I’ve moved it around several times already. (Are preserved boxwoods considered “faux” or “kind of alive”? Not sure, but either way, but I think they’re such a classic look.) By the way, there’s a 20% off promo code available today.

boxwood-topiary 

 

three.

potted succulent

Now, I’ll admit that I don’t think this succulent looks quite as real up close but I just love the color it brings into the room. The perfect pop of green. It’s a substantial size in a heavy concrete planter, which makes it look a little more modern. It’s also a little pricier than the other two, but obviously, it’s longevity is a plus. ;)

succulent-mantle

 

Three Favorite Faux Plants

 

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  1. Angie says

    October 27, 2016 at 10:55 am

    Your post today came at the perfect time for me. Many of my summer lovin’ houseplants aren’t looking so fine anymore and my foyer table needs an update. The boxwood topiary will be the perfect addition! Thank you!!

    Reply
  2. Mary says

    October 27, 2016 at 12:52 pm

    I don’t usually go for faux plants. But I gotta say…yours look pretty darn good. I have added faux flower pics to fresh bouquets to fill them out.
    Here’s your tip of the day….to clean faux plants, shake them in a bag with salt. Works like a charm.

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    • Emily Clark says

      October 27, 2016 at 2:05 pm

      Have never heard of this. Thanks for the tip!

      Reply
  3. Cheryl says

    October 27, 2016 at 3:31 pm

    Funny. I’m using my first one in a project this weekend and I went back and forth over it. It’s for a teenage boy and I knew buying something that needs water would be a waste. Thanks for validating my decision. : )

    Reply
  4. MaryG says

    October 27, 2016 at 3:52 pm

    These look good. I am searching for a realistic big fiddle leaf fig tree (around 7 feet tall) for a FL condo where I live only in winter. Would be grateful for any recommendations. So many I see really look fake.

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    • Emily Clark says

      October 27, 2016 at 5:06 pm

      I’ve never pulled the trigger on one because I’m also not sure about how realistic they look. I’ve heard mixed reviews on the Pottery Barn one…

      Reply
    • Brittney says

      October 27, 2016 at 5:39 pm

      I think Danielle Oakey did a round up of faux fiddle leaf trees that looked pretty convincing! Since my crawling baby destroyed mine I think I might have to go that route too. Emily, wondering where you found that pretty gold pot you put the boxwood in!

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      • Emily Clark says

        October 27, 2016 at 8:32 pm

        It was a gift from my friend but she bought it at Anthro–a couple of years ago, I think.

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  5. Meg says

    October 27, 2016 at 8:29 pm

    I love real plants, but our family room doesn’t get the best light. I recently bought a faux succulent to put on the coffee table in there from Hobby Lobby. Everyone thinks it’s real. Most people have to touch it after I tell them it’s fake. It’s just the plant, so you can change planters when you want a new look. It was only around $5. There was quite a variety to choose from that would pass as real.

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  6. Carmen Moran says

    October 28, 2016 at 12:37 am

    I love these suggestions. I can keep a fiddle leaf fig alive, but succulents are a new kind of tricky. The faux will also withstand curious toddler handling ☺️
    I’m in the process of fixing up our 70s colonial (our floor plan is so similar to yours), so I’m always interested to see what you do with each room!

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  7. sherry hart says

    October 28, 2016 at 8:05 am

    I have recently succumbed to faux plants….so easy and carefree:)

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    • Emily Clark says

      October 28, 2016 at 8:07 am

      Well, that makes me feel even better about mine. ;)

      Reply
  8. Lisa says

    October 28, 2016 at 10:28 am

    I’m pretty sure the boxwood you bought is actually from a real plant that’s been preserved, so I wouldn’t call it a faux. I’ve had a pair of them for over 5 years and they still look fresh! It’s best to avoid placing them in direct sunlight and you can mist them with water occasionally.

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  9. Lisa H. says

    October 29, 2016 at 2:18 am

    These are beautiful, but I’ve realized faux plants just don’t do it for me. As a desert-dweller, any splash of life I can bring into my home is treasured, and I never have to worry about live plants or flowers getting dusty—and I’ve learned to accept the fickle shelf-life. Like a fine meal, flora should be enjoyed while it lasts and remembered with fondness when it’s gone—or at least until the next one comes along. ;)

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