Learn about the Urban Jungle concept, the plant species you can grow, and decorating tips for style
What is the urban jungle?
Life in big cities kept everyone away from direct contact with nature. For this reason, in recent years, attempts have been made to restore it connection with green in your homes with style Urban jungle.
Translated from English, the expression means “urban forest” and is all about using nature as inspiration for all decorations. Besides just having plants, Urban Jungle translates into materials for furniture, colors, artwork, and even wallpapers.
The advantages of such decoration are many. Plants bring tranquility and joy to the resident, improve the energy of the home and can even purify the air. Check below how you can adopt the style throughout your home or even a room!
plant species
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The big problem with plants in apartments is usually the choice of species. In most cases, properties don’t have much lighting or much space. But don’t worry, there are very hardy plants that are sure to adapt well to your home.
- grass lily;
- dracaena;
- Jiboia;
- Sword of St. George;
- Adam’s rib;
- fat plants;
- Lucky bamboo;
Still in doubt? to see which are the best plants for each room of the house and 8 plants that need little light.
Plant inspirations in the decoration
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With the species in mind, now all you have to do is think about ways to incorporate them into your home decor. There are from the simplest to the most laborious ways, but in any case, the result will always be beautiful!
- Line of pots: easy and pretty, this arrangement is made up of vases (usually of the same size) arranged in a line. It’s a great way to take advantage of that sunny window;
- Pot angle: a corner vase is the perfect way to make the most of that boring, empty corner. You can mix different sizes of plants and place stools and stands to create various “levels”, making your arrangement more three-dimensional and interesting.
- Green shelf: very popular on Instagram, the #plantshelfies brighten up the shelves.
- Vertical Garden: complex and a little more laborious, the vertical garden is a segment or an entire wall covered with plants. It needs proper structure and management, but is perfect for those who already love gardens and have experience in tending them.
decorative pieces
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In the Urban Jungle style, the idea is to be as natural as possible. Materials like wood and natural stone are very versatile for decor and you can easily find lamps, chairs and tables made from these materials. If you don’t want to buy new furniture, you can add details that refer to plants:
- Botanical frames: very delicate, the illustrations look great on the walls;
- Wallpapers: Foliage patterns can totally change a room with texture and expressiveness;
- Prints: botanical motifs on sofas, carpets and cushions brighten up the decor;
- Utensils: plates, cups and other kitchen utensils can also be styled;
- Swing: If you really want your home to feel like a garden, how about a macrame swing? They are trendy and give a romantic touch to your forest.
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Ben Stock is a lifestyle journalist and author at Gossipify. He writes about topics such as health, wellness, travel, food and home decor. He provides practical advice and inspiration to improve well-being, keeps readers up to date with latest lifestyle news and trends, known for his engaging writing style, in-depth analysis and unique perspectives.
