If you’ve never owned an artificial plant, here are six great reasons we love them: 
 

1. Artificial plants require zero upkeep, save the occasional wipe to rid them of dust. With real plants, you have to account for storing hefty bags of soil, mulch, and fertilisers. You have to re-pot any plants that grow too big for their original pots, not to mention all the trimming, pruning, fertilising, and repositioning for maximum sunlight. With faux plants, none of this effort is necessary, so you have the time to enjoy your plant-filled home with no hassle! 

2. They’re often more pet- and child-friendly than the real thing. Many artificial plants come in a pot of artificial soil, which will cause minimal stress if knocked over. Alongside the fact that some real plants are toxic to animals, artificial plants truly are the best option if you have a curious kitty or young child in the home.   

3. They work out cheaper overall because they don’t need new pots, fertilisers, or water. Think about all the new plants you could buy with the money you’d save on plant maintenance!

4. They’re consistent and will look the same regardless of where in your home you place them. Plants placed in the sunniest part of the living room will look just as cheery as the plants in the darkest corner of the hallway. 

5. They last forever! You don’t have to worry about your plants drying out, wilting, or drooping sadly on the window sill. They’re great alternatives to the classic gift of live flowers; while real flowers and plants are nice gestures, they’ll die fairly quickly. With an artificial plant, you can guarantee longevity with zero effort.

6. As there’s no pollen or mould involved, artificial plants are often preferable for those with respiratory issues or allergies. Some real plants also trigger allergies, so if you or someone in your household is sensitive to plants, artificial ones are the way to go.