If dull days have you feeling a little down, a fresh, green, tropical plant might just be the tonic to inject some life into your living space and brighten things up.
Go Green
Spring flowers are beautiful, but the hero of Spring is the abundance of green. As everything comes back to life, it’s the colour that begins to envelop us, and it just makes the world look so much better again.
Adding greenery to your home can have that same overall effect! If you’re new to houseplants, there’s really something for everyone. There are tropical plants that can be very easy to grow and require very little attention. Plant care (how often they need water) and conditions (how much light they need) are two main factors to think about when choosing the best indoor plants for you.
Here are four beautiful houseplants to consider:
Snake Plant
Dracaena trifasciata or Snake Plant is a very hardy indoor plant, some say nearly indestructible. It will grow in almost any amount of light - dark to bright, so it can be placed virtually anywhere in your home. These tough plants require very little water - only water them if the soil feels dry. Overwatering may lead to root rot, so save your love and attention for something else, your Snake Plant just needs a little sip now and then.
ZZ Plant
Wondering why the strange name? Technically its name is Zamioculcas zamiifolia…so let’s stick with ZZ! This is another easy to care for house plant. It likes bright, indirect light and some water every couple of weeks. Basically, a drink whenever the soil dries out. Not bad for a plant that looks like its shiny leaves have had a spa day.
Spider Plant
Spider Plants are predominantly known for their graceful arching foliage, but they do send out a stem of small, star-shaped flowers fairly regularly on mature plants adding to the beauty of this popular house plant. Bright indirect light is where it thrives, and it does enjoy regular watering. Humidity can also help the Spider Plant stay healthy which makes it a great candidate for a bathroom with a shower or tub in it.
String of Pearls
Tiny, pea shaped leaves that look like pearls on a string make this a very unique houseplant. Unique may be a code word for: this one needs a little more attention. It’s best grown in a plant hanger or on a shelf where its trailing lengths of pearls are undisturbed. Morning light is best, not full light in the heat of the afternoon. During its growing season in Spring and Summer, keep the soil moist. It can be watered less in the winter. This is a plant that you can talk to each day while you give it a little drink, and it may become a very loyal friend. String of Hearts or other succulent, trailing vines are also plants to consider when you come in to shop and you’re liking the sound of this one.
When you do come into the store to see us, we can help with any other questions that you may have, like whether or not fertilizer is recommended and when to repot. Or, read this article on Tropical Plant Care.
When you pick out your new tropicals, we also have a great selection of decorative pots to place your new plants in to enhance your decor.
Eising Exotics
If you’re looking for a really special feature plant, or maybe to make your garden or pool area feel like you’ve been transported to a southern paradise, it’s time to pre-order larger palms and tropical plants! Shopping for these tropicals will surely make you feel like warm Summer breezes are just around the corner. Visit the Eising Exotics page now to view what’s available and place your pre-order.
There is so much diversity among exotic tropical houseplants—some are wacky and wild, while others are cool and understated. Want to find the perfect tropical plant to complement your unique personality and style? Here are five fabulous favourites from Eising Exotics and the personalities that match them.
Which Tropical Houseplant Matches My Personality?
We love tropical exotics because they brighten our homes during the dreary winter months, and you can bring them outdoors to liven up your landscape during the warmer months! These five tropical houseplants have distinctive features to help you personalize your space to suit your unique style. Discover which one is your perfect match!
The Party Animal: Red Abyssinian Banana
You’re a social person who loves to entertain! Rain or shine, you love nothing more than getting the gang together for drinks, music, and good times. You’d consider FOMO to be a dreadful experience, but as a certifiable life-of-the-party, you aren’t likely to miss out on a fun night out—you’re probably the one sending out the invites!
The Red Abyssinian banana matches your energy and exuberance, with flashes of red that remind us of disco dance floor lights. Karaoke nights and beer pong tournaments will be all the more memorable when your space has this ultra-vivid, exciting tropical plant as decoration!
The Bookworm: Spindle Palm
An introvert through and through, few activities are more satisfying than a cozy night at home, curled up in your favourite reading chair with a book, a blanket, and a cup of tea. Your reading nook is your haven, and it’s important for you to create a personal space to relax that feels comfortable, serene, and uniquely you.
The Spindle palm is an ideal tropical plant to complete your reading nook, whether indoors or outdoors.
Having a breezy leaf canopy overhead while you flip through the pages of your latest read will make your reading corner feel more intimate and tucked away without verging on the potentially claustrophobic. Plus, they’re great for filtering out airborne toxins, so you can still get your fix of fresh air without having to leave the house!
The Free Spirit: Pineapple Super Sweet
Fun and fancy-free, you love creativity, eccentricity, and spontaneity. You decorate your home with quirky antiques, colourful textiles, and plenty of statement pieces and conversation starters. You were born to stand out, and you avoid everything basic and boring.
The Pineapple Super Sweet will send your heart aflutter! This eye-catching plant has a similar shape to your typical Bromeliad, but with a cute pineapple growing right in the centre. You’ll never get tired of hearing your guests exclaim, “Whoa, is that a pineapple?!” This tropical houseplant is wonderfully weird in all the best ways, just like you.
The Fashion Plate: Monstera Deliciosa
You’re not afraid to admit you’re a little addicted to Instagram, but how could you possibly resist browsing through such beautiful inspo pics? From clothes to home decor and art, your taste is refined and modern, and you always know the latest trends and styles. You’ve curated an impeccable background for your Zoom calls, but all that’s missing is one thing: the Monstera deliciosa.
This ultra-trendy plant changed the way people look at houseplants. What was once considered a cute hobby or a pretty way to add colour to your space has quickly become a symbol of style and modernity. Monstera deliciosa is like the Louis Vuitton purse of houseplants—if you’ve got one, people will be impressed. And, similarly to Louis Vuitton purses, there are plenty of fake plastic knockoffs out there, but the real thing is simply unmatched.
The Goal-Getter: Areca Palm
You were born to succeed—you take joy in the hustle and the grind, and it shows! With a CEO mentality and a keen sense of making things more efficient and successful, you’re continually improving and fine-tuning your processes. Born to lead, you’ve always got your eye on the prize and love creating lists and step-by-step plans to help you make your dreams come to life.
While you’re busy building your empire, you’ll want a reliable, strong plant that won’t add any complications or stress to your busy schedule. The Areca palm is so easy to grow, totally pet-safe, and perfect for offices, so it’s your perfect match! It’s a fast grower, too, so you’ll be delighted with its progress as it grows from a tiny potted plant to an 8-foot-tall tree!
Want to see more incredible tropical plants for indoor and outdoor decorating? Browse through our Eising Exotics collection to see what’s available now!
Exotic tropical houseplants don’t need to remain indoors all year—in fact, they’ll likely appreciate the extra fresh air and sunshine in the summer! Incorporating tropical plants into your outdoor designs will completely transform the energy and style of your space. Outdoor living and entertaining are all the more enjoyable when you’re surrounded by stunning scenery!
Function and Fashion: Styling Your Outdoor Spaces with Tropical Plants
After a long winter cooped up indoors, we’re eager to spend time outside and create functional living spaces for sharing meals, entertaining, and relaxing. Here are some ways you can make your yard even more beautiful with tropical plants, so your time spent outdoors is all the more enjoyable.
Lounge in Paradise
Nothing beats lounging in the sun on a comfy beach chair, but it’s important not to overdo it with the sun tanning! If you need some shade, skip the beach umbrella and opt for a much more stylish alternative: a gorgeous, green leaf canopy. Tall tropical palms with big, breezy leaves, like Alexander Palms and Queen Palms, are perfect for creating shady canopies to rest underneath. A summer of sipping lemonade and flipping through magazines in your backyard mini-jungle will melt your troubles away!
Entertain in Style
Outdoor entertaining is one of our favourite parts of summer. Clinking glasses, listening to some good tunes and laughing with friends and family never fails to lift our spirits! But if you want to level up your outdoor-entertaining game, you’ll want to create a fun atmosphere—chill yet invigorating—with plenty of style and personality.
Stylish tropicals like the trendsetting Monstera Delciosa or the avant-garde Bird of Paradise will score you some major cool points. Their large size and distinctive shapes create an artful, statuesque decor accent that helps set the tone for your space.
A Tropical Staycation
It’s natural to crave a change of scenery once in a while, so if you can’t make it out for a summer vacation, bring the vacation to you! Try a resort-inspired backyard makeover, complete with breezy palms like the Pygmy Date Palm or the Coconut Tree Palm.
Grab some comfy lawn chairs, set up an outdoor bar station, and give your space some extra flourishes and tiny luxuries to savour all summer. You’ll love being able to soak in the stunning tropical scenery of swaying palms—a very satisfying end to a long workday.
Mealtime Marvel
Why rack up a hefty tab at a fancy outdoor patio when you can get the experience right at home? It’s easy to create a lavish atmosphere with just a few well-chosen decor accents to embellish your outdoor dining area. Twinkle lights, some statement dishware with a modern design, and stylish fan palms will instantly make your yard feel like a chic downtown hotspot. We love the Bismarck Palm for its striking shape balanced by a muted gray-green colour. The Washingtonia Robusta Palm has that classic fan palm shape with a textured, distinctive trunk—it nails the 5-Star Resort Bar aesthetic.
From Basic Backyard Pool to Breezy Beach Club
Having a pool is the ultimate summer luxury, but with new above-ground designs, pools are much more accessible for folks working with a limited budget. Even the most budget-friendly pool will feel relaxing and fun with the addition of some tropical palms to set the scene. Pick out a giant pool floaty, put on your snazziest sunglasses and float your cares away under a canopy of Spindle Palms and Christmas Palms.
If you’re craving a getaway and sunny, carefree days in the tropics, our exotic plants will help make home the destination of your dreams. Browse Eising’s exotic tropical plant collection to see all the stunning varieties available now.