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A monstera, a sansevieria, agaves, round cacti and succulents already potted: greenery that needs neither light nor watering. It is the answer for dark corners and windowless rooms.

Greenery where nothing grows

A hallway, a windowless bathroom, a high shelf: all places where a living plant wilts. An artificial plant keeps the same look there all year round. Choose a silhouette that could have grown there: a large leaf for a shady corner, a succulent for a bright ledge.

One large, two small

The simplest arrangement pairs a large plant set on the floor, a monstera or an agave, with two small sizes on a piece of furniture. Round cacti and potted succulents play that supporting role. The same model comes in several sizes, letting you repeat a shape without duplicating it exactly.

Finishing the pot and the base

These plants come in a pot, and it's the base that gives away the artifice. Slip the pot into a ceramic or rattan planter, then cover the surface with gravel or decorative moss. A slightly weighted base also keeps a large plant from tipping over at the first brush.

Frequently asked questions

How do I dust an artificial plant?

A damp cloth on large leaves, a soft brush on succulents and cacti. Repeat once a month to keep the color crisp.

Can they be placed behind a window?

Yes, while avoiding direct sun from a south-facing exposure, which eventually fades the green. Indirect light does them no harm.

What height for a living room corner?

Choose a plant that rises above the back of the sofa without reaching the ceiling. Allow about fifty to sixty centimeters on a low piece of furniture, and more for a plant placed on the floor.