Spring greens
This season’s shades of sage and fab foliage are bound to bring the feelgood factor, says SAM WYLIE-HARRIS
WE’VE been favouring green in interiors for some time now – and this must-have hue is right on cue this season, with all those gorgeous green shoots emerging outdoors.
And who can resist bringing a touch of nature-inspired calm into their home? From sage green and leafy ferns to trailing foliage, these freshly picked homewares will make your space feel fresh and spring-like in a cinch.
Here’s our pick of the best decorative evergreens to shop right now...
Sage green dinner plates imbibe thoughts of asparagus tips and watercress salad – and at this price, Wilko’s new Rustic Retreat range is a brilliant building block for outdoor dining and picnicware.
Forest green bedtime bundle in stonewashed French flax, from £227, Piglet in Bed
Luxe linen in a gorgeous green not only looks fresh, but keeps you cool in the summer and comfortable in cooler months. Pair with crisp whites for contrast, or go all-out green and style with the beautifully soft Baa sheepskin rug in sage green for extra wow factor.
Brilliant Buddha head with succulent, available in female and male, £25 each, Joe Browns
Just in case your plant prowess needs a helping hand, these gorgeous his ‘n’ hers Buddha head planters come with a charming faux succulent in two different designs.
Tallavera wallpaper – Seville collection – Cole & Son, rose & spring greens on terracotta, £154 per roll, Lime Lace
The great thing about a wonder wall of beautiful blooms, once you’ve hung your favourite bouquet, it’s a low-maintenance centrepiece from there on in. With its Spanish influence, this Seville collection is a fast-track to a suntrap of your own.
Single sheepskin rug in sage, £80, Baa Stool It’s always exciting to unearth new pieces, especially when it’s something sumptuous for underfoot.
This beautiful sage green rug can also be draped over a chair or sofa for a super calming visual effect.
Verdi garden tea trolley, currently £124.95 (was £139), Cuckooland
When it’s time to wheel out the garden trolley, this one has enough storage space for wine, gin and a nice bucket – if teatime celebrations run into happy hour.
The Little Botanical Marble Plant Gang, £70, MADE
Should you need to up your indoor plant game, MADE’s new houseplant collection includes exotic varieties with a choice of planters to suit every scheme, from ceramics to copper and marble. Contemporary and cool, we love this duo which includes a large haworthia (zebra cactus) with planter stand, and a potted zamioculcas. Bonus: they only need watering once every few weeks.
Three apple green bud vases, £18, Gone to Seed
Bud vases are the easiest way to get the best from your blooms – not only do they love a short spray, they can cope well with wilted flowers too. This apple-green trio ticks all the right botanical boxes.
John Lewis & Partners hem bedside table in green, £99, John Lewis
With its scalloped edge and open shelf, we love this sage green side table, which is versatile enough to go from a bedroom to home office, depending on your setup.
Simeon woven striped green cotton runner rug, £69.50 (other items from a selection), Oliver Bonas
This gorgeous geometric striped green runner lends itself to a garden room or hallway, and with a pale pink border at either end, it can be teamed with blush pink cushions for a tasteful aesthetic.