9 perfect plants for the bedroom

Aqeelah Bawa-Osman Aqeelah Bawa-Osman
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Plants include a fresh and revitalising element to any room in the house, but when it comes to plants for the bedroom they can do a lot to provide a sweet scent or aroma that will aid a restful sleep experience. Flowers in the bedroom will enhance your decor and add a natural element that is elegant and eye-catching. These 9 flower ideas are perfect for the bedroom and are an absolutely safe and pleasant means of enhancing a healthy indoor climate. Let's see which flowers will enhance that fascinating element in your bedroom.

1. Yucca palm

The Yucca palm is an absolute favourite when it comes to exotic and tropical plants for the bedroom. However, due to its size it's probably best to add this palm to a spacious bedroom, although it is pretty low maintenance in terms of watering and fertilisation, it flourishes best in a room with enough light. 

​2. Orchid

Orchids in the bedroom are the epitome of luxury, the Moth orchid is ideal for a bedroom as it is strong and accustomed to warm temperatures and little light.

3. Sheet hemp

Sheet hemp is uncomplicated, looks interesting and has succulent qualities—with the bow hemp being another one of our favourite plants or the bedroom. The bow hemp originally comes from Africa and Asia and is therefore very drained and dry. In contrast to the single sheet, the bow hemp prefers full sun exposure and should be placed directly at the bedroom window.

4. Single sheet

An evergreen quickly captures the hearts of all the inhabitants in the house: its leaf is colourful, fresh and simple. This plant originates from regions around the Pacific and can withstand high humidity.

5. Jasmine, Gardenia and Stephanotis

Jasmine, gardenia and Stephanotis are wonderful flowers for the bedroom. The white leaves enhance the entire room and can be arranged as in the picture above, providing fresh and natural decor to the space. The plants prefer a medium amount of shade and enough moisture, particularly on hot summer days when the leaves should be sprayed with a little water.

6. Calla

The Calla lily will have a similar touch to the orchid in the bedroom and is an absolute classic choice for flowers. The beautiful plant fascinates with blossoms in various shades, such as white, yellow or red and can be individually adapted to the bedroom design. This flower blooms during winter, while the plant withdraws itself into a resting phase in summer. The Calla is cool and dry and requires brightness.

7. Bonsai

The Bonsai is the traditional symbol of tranquility and balance and is therefore one of the perfect plants for the relaxed bedroom. The Bonsai fits into every bedroom design with its delicate and fine leaves and forms being soothing to the mind. These tiny trees originate from Asian garden architecture and, over the last decades, have conquered the hearts of plant lovers across the world. They are quite demanding to maintain and needs a regular supply of water, optimal fertilization and perfect illumination to grow faster.

8. Lavender

Lavender in the bedroom incorporates a fascinating fragrance and simple colour, which is easy on the eye. Even though this plant prefers the outdoors. An optimal environment is bright and humid, lavender will also create a fresh flair in your bedroom.

​9. A colourful bouquet

You don't need to choose one type of plant for your bedroom, a fascinating yet colourful array of flowers in the bedroom.  Roses, carnations or tulips can transform the entire room climate in your bedroom. Here are 7 simple but stunning South African bedrooms.

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