A diverse display adds visual interest.

You Overlook Vertical Space

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Griffin suggests taking advantage of vertical space.

Try placing pretty pots on bookshelves and incorporating hanging plants throughout your home.

man pruning houseplants

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Think: powder-coated steel bins in a modern space, or hand-painted terracotta ones in a traditional room.

check that you pick planters that have drainage holes (and matching saucers!)

so roots dont drown.

croton with red, green, and yellow leaves in grat pot with other houseplants in front of gray background

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kodekama spider plant wrapped in moss hanging from ceiling in white room

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houseplants near a window on shelves and tables

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