It has been shown that a feeling of calmness and serenity can be brought into the home by positioning green plants at strategic places in the rooms. Many interior designers use plants to draw the eye to a particular feature or to conceal an unattractive area whilst some choose plants that are a talking point. The choice of houseplants is immense and so to get an idea of what is available a visit to your local garden centre is worthwhile.
A large floor-standing plant provides a focal point in any room but unfortunately not everyone has the space. If space is not an issue, then a large swiss cheese plant with dark green glossy leaves in the corner of the room will be a striking feature for any home.
In order to keep your plants in a healthy condition water them well but ensure that the water can drain out of the main pot. Most plants should be fed during the summer months with a balanced liquid fertiliser and some plants can be put outside in the warmer weather.
When choosing an indoor plant consider a plant with feathery leaves such as a type of fern as these plants with their delicate fronds give the impression of serenity and calm to any room.