Spring Into Green: How to Refresh Your Home with Plants This Season
Spring is here, making it the perfect time to breathe new life into your home. As days get longer and natural light returns to our rooms, plants respond with new growth - and so should our spaces. Whether you’re a seasoned plant parent or just getting started, spring offers an ideal opportunity to embrace greenery and refresh your home’s energy.
Below, we answer the most common questions about using plants to transform your home this season, with plenty of actionable tips along the way.
Why is spring the best time to refresh my interior with plants?
Spring naturally signals growth and renewal. For indoor plants, this is a time when they emerge from winter dormancy and begin putting out new leaves. This means they can better adapt to new environments - like repotting or rearranging them into new spaces. From a design perspective, spring is also when many homeowners crave a lighter, airier feeling indoors, making it the perfect season to introduce fresh textures and living elements.
Biophilic design in action
Vertical indoor garden brings biophilic design to this light-filled space—fresh, vibrant, and wellness-driven.
What types of plants thrive indoors during spring?
Some of our spring favorites include:
Pothos – Great for beginners, fast-growing, and thrives in various lighting.
Fiddle Leaf Fig – A bold statement piece that loves springtime sun.
Maidenhair Fern – Delicate and ideal for a humid bathroom or kitchen.
ZZ Plant – Nearly indestructible, great for rooms with filtered light.
Snake Plant – Excellent for improving indoor air quality, and super low-maintenance.
Looking to go native? Consider regional flora like Oregon sword ferns or coastal succulents to keep things PNW-rooted.
How do I incorporate plants into my existing design without cluttering it?
Biophilic design is about intentional integration - not crowding your windowsills with every green friend you can find. Here are a few design-forward ideas:
Create a plant shelfie moment: Style open shelving with a mix of books, ceramics, and trailing greenery.
Anchor corners with floor plants: A tall palm or fiddle leaf fig softens angular spaces.
Play with height: Use hanging planters, window boxes, or tiered stands for visual interest.
Use natural materials: Terracotta, bamboo, rattan, and ceramic planters double as décor.
Pro tip: Let plants act as “living sculptures” in your design. Choose forms that complement your interior style—structured for modern spaces, or more organic and flowing for an eclectic feel.
What are some quick plant care tips for spring?
Repot if needed: This is the best time of year to upsize pots or refresh soil.
Monitor your soil closely: As days get sunnier, it may dry out more quickly. When that happens, gradually increase your watering frequency — but avoid overdoing it all at once.
Check for pests: New growth attracts critters. Use neem oil or insecticidal soap at the first sign.
Clean leaves: Dust blocks sunlight and inhibits photosynthesis. A gentle wipe with a damp microfiber cloth goes a long way.
Rotate your plants: Even light-loving species can get lopsided without a turn every few weeks.
Can plants actually change how my home feels emotionally?
Absolutely. Studies have shown that incorporating nature indoors can reduce anxiety, boost productivity, and improve air quality. It’s one of the foundational beliefs behind biophilic design: when we feel more connected to nature, our well-being improves.
Spring is a season that invites optimism - and bringing more greenery indoors can help you feel energized, calm, and grounded.
How can Lemieux Interiors help with plant styling or biophilic design?
We offer custom biophilic interior design consultations that blend your style with sustainability and wellbeing. Whether you need plant styling for a single room or want to incorporate greenery into your home or commercial space, we’ll tailor a plan that’s beautiful, low-maintenance, and rooted in your lifestyle.
Ready to transform your space with a seasonal refresh?
Ready to transform your space with a seasonal refresh? Contact Lemieux Interiors today for expert plant styling and biophilic design services that welcome spring inside…naturally.
