Decorating with Plants

I’ve recently been considering adding some flora up in the hizzie. When I’m entertaining, I like to purchase a small  grouping of flowers (usually white), and arrange them on a silver tray on my ottoman in the living room. If I’m hosting a shower or open house, I’ll sometimes get a larger bouquet and place them on my breakfast bar.  I’ve been given a few potted plants (small bulbs, etc) as gifts, and I tried to have some potted plants live on the deck.  But all in all, I have a problem.

I HAVE A BLACK THUMB.

For my most recent birthday, my parents surprised me and bought me a wine barrel. It’s amazing and I’ve always thought it would look fantastic as a planter. As we’re starting to see the clouds roll away and everything is turning green again, I’ve begun to consider actually making this planter happen.

Simultaneously, I’ve been considered having some more greenery in the house.  We have fresh plants all around the office and they’re so cheerful.  So, why don’t I replicate that cheeriness here at home?  Knowing me, if I bought silk plants, the suckers would get dusty and gnarly pretty quickly, so fresh plants are probably my best option.  PLUS, they say elegance and quality to me.

SO, as I’m getting close to moving forward on bringing some greenery back into the home, I need your help. How many of you DO have fresh plants? How often do you water them? Do your floors get yucky underneath? What are the secrets to good flora?

I’m looking to YOU, dear readers, for the best tips for decorating with fresh plants!!!