Transform a Corner of Your Home

Indoor Garden

All you need:

• A bit of sun
• A mix of potted plants
• A skinny desk or console
• A low table
• One or two unexpected elements

Tips on putting it together:

• Corral plants you have around the house and outside. It’s best if the pots are similar in tone and material.
• Vary plant shades, textures, and heights. Here, purple and green plants (oxalis and Begonia ‘Escargot’) add depth. Round, sculptural leaves contrast with delicate ferns. A tall plant in back and one cascading in front make for a pleasing composition.
• To balance the main display, put a plant on the floor (this asparagus fern doesn’t need much light) and one on a table.
• A plant on the wall (here, a watermelon dischidia) draws the eye up and looks exotic, but all it needs is an occasional misting.
• A glass garden cloche, as on the small table, catches light and makes a big deal out of a modest eyelash begonia.