THE GREENHOUSE EFFECT

Idea:

Dark walls, a monochrome palette and the absence of frivolous decoration have been selectively chosen to allow the greenery to make a statement in this space. A mid-century modern coffee table and graphic rug pay homage to retro style, though the prevailing mood is clean and contemporary.

Notes:

Featured in this series of images is Cape Townbased botanical artist and floral stylist Janine Vermeulen. Prominent in this arrangement of plants are a variety of philodendrons. Says Vermeulen: “There are so many variations and shapes of philodendron available and they are very low maintenance.” She notes popular houseplant varieties include the split-leaf philodendron (delicious monster) and heart leaf (sweetheart philodendron).

Plants in image:

bamboo palm, button ferns, delicious monster, magnolia tree, mother-in-law’s tongue, silver leaf ferns, star jasmine, tree fern, silver lace fern.