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Every great room needs a touch of green. And while decorating with houseplants has never been more popular, keeping said houseplants alive and thriving can be challenging, particularly when it comes to moderating natural light inside.
Enter the artificial houseplant, also referred to by the euphemism "silk plant" or "faux foliage." Whatever you call them, these products have gotten a whole lot more stylish over the past few years. And although they do require some cleaning, their leaves never turn yellow or drop; they don't need watering, fertilizing, or optimal sunlight; and they don't ever outgrow their pots. Bonus: They are also child- and pet-safe.
Whatever your plant preference, from large-scale trees and elegant orchids to tiny succulent families, there are beautiful artificial options that will refresh your interiors with maintenance-free greenery—and none of your guests will be the wiser. Use them to re-create the look of your favorite iconic garden room by "planting" them in a stylish pot or planter and mixing them in with other chic floral furnishings and accessories. Discover our 27 picks for the best artificial houseplants you can buy below.
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You'd have to try to pull off a leaf before you realized this beauty is a fake. Terrainpotted the plant in a gorgeous terra-cotta vessel, and it makes the perfect refresher for that dark, windowless corner.
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West Elm Faux Olive Tree & Large White Fluted Planter Set
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West Elm Faux Olive Tree & Large White Fluted Planter Set
Add a bit of the Italian countryside to your room with this large olive tree. Real olive trees are hard to grow in most climates, so opt for the easier option fromWest Elm.
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A soothing eucalyptus plant at your new home office will keep the outside world close without the work. Add a little height underneath, as shown here, for a larger, more dramatic statement.
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A bit of sunny citrus will warm up the room with this quirky plant from Anthropologie.
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Bonsais are notoriously difficult to keep alive; even a single missed water day can kill some varieties immediately. Forget the hassle of discipline and go faux with thisNearly Natural silk alternative.
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Add festive greenery to even the darkest rooms withThe Sill'sincredibly realistic maiden hair fern. It's delicate and dainty without needing the attention of a fragile plant.
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Delicately handcrafted from silk, the French Bee's rose arrangementcomes in a colorful blue-and-white vase. The size is great for a statement arrangement on the table or tucked away in a quite corner.
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Boston ferns are popular for their boisterous shape and lacy leaves, but they are notoriously difficult to keep alive. Nearly Natural's fern is lifelike because they are designed by real gardeners and plant specialists.
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Gerson International 29" Artificial Lemon Tree in Black Pot Green/Yellow - Gerson International
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Gerson International 29" Artificial Lemon Tree in Black Pot Green/Yellow - Gerson International
Sunny lemons add a bit of Mediterranean sunshine to your living room, bedroom or bathroom. And who couldn't use a little more of that at home?
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Afloraloffers a wide variety of realistic silk flowers to create your own unique arrangement. We're especially smitten with these charming delphiniums.
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Topiaries look ever-so-chic but are hard to keep pruned as they grow. Jamali Garden's preserved boxwoodlooks plucked right from the garden with a rustic terra-cotta-looking pot.
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Two giant maples planted in a Tuscan rustic potis a sophisticated decor addition to any space. Guests will think you've had a green thumb for years!
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artificial plants Artificial Plants Hanging Tradescantia Houseplant - 41" Long
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artificial plants Artificial Plants Hanging Tradescantia Houseplant - 41" Long
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This trailing Tradescantia needs a hanging basket or a high perch to trail its glorious leaves. It brings a sense of whimsy to any corner or nook.
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If you're a lover of cacti but are afraid of the rough edges around your pets, this fake cactus from Pottery Barnis a gorgeous solution, looking the part without the spikes.
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A grouping of herb topiaries like Scout and Nimble's Thyme faux planton the dining or coffee table with look oh-so-chic.