Planter Box Plants
You've found your one-stop destination for Artificial Planter Box Plants. We get it, not everyone has the time or the green thumb to take care of real plants, and that's perfectly okay! Our curated collection is here to fill your indoor spaces with lush, vibrant greenery, all without the hassle of watering, fertilising, or sunlight requirements.
From your living room to your office/ commercial space and every nook in between, our artificial planter box plants are designed to seamlessly blend with any decor while adding a dash of nature-inspired beauty. They're so lifelike, you'll find guests leaning in for a closer look—yes, they're that convincing!
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Planter boxes on tambour units?
If your planter box sits on top of a tambour unit — the sliding-door storage cabinets in nearly every Australian office — you're in our favourite territory. We green tambour tops for offices and government departments across the country, with every installation made to measure for your exact units so any plant in our range sits perfectly flush. No foam inserts, no wasted spend, no gaps. It comes exclusively with our plant supply-and-install service: read the full story in our Tambour Units & Planter Tops guide, or send us a photo of your units and we'll help you choose.
Choosing plants for a tambour top. A tambour unit sits about waist height, so mid-height real-touch plants — roughly the 50–65 cm range — line up cleanly along the top. Our Cane Plant (63 cm), Calathea Fasciata (65 cm) and Spathiphyllum Lily (53 cm and 63 cm) all sit in that band. For a softer look that trails over the front edge, the hanging bushes — Boston Fern, Ivy and Philo — work well. A row of three, kept to one colour family, reads best in an office.
Pro-Tips for Choosing the Right Plants for Your Planter Boxes
So you're looking to spruce up your indoor spaces with some artificial planter box plants? You've come to the right place! Whether it's for an office, home, or a commercial space like a café or shopping centre, we've got some pro-tips to help you pick the perfect faux foliage.
When it comes to planter boxes, the container often dictates the style and type of plants that will look best, regardless of the setting. Here are some more focused and valuable tips to help you choose the right artificial plants for any planter box, be it in a home, office, or commercial space.
Know Your Planter Dimensions
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Height: Choose plants that are at least twice as tall as the planter to create a balanced look. For a planter that's 20 cm high, look for plants that are around 40–60 cm tall.
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Width: Ensure your plants won't look crowded. A good rule is to leave at least 5 cm of space on either side of the plant grouping for a clean, uncrowded look. If you prefer a slightly more natural and lush look, go for 5cm of overlap on the leaves. This gives the appearance the plants have grown.
Choose Plants According to Scale and Impact
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Small and Subtle: If your planter box is a smaller piece meant to complement a larger setting, opt for plants with smaller leaves and more subtle colours, like ferns or succulents.
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Big and Bold: For larger planter boxes that act as focal points, go for plants with larger, more dramatic leaves or flowers, like artificial monstera leaves or oversized succulents.
Complementary Styles
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Texture Mix: To achieve a natural look, combine different textures. Mix feathery ferns with glossy, broad leaves or add some spiky grass for contrast.
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Colour Cohesion: Stick to a cohesive colour palette. If your decor is warm-toned, go for plants with hints of red or yellow. For cooler settings, plants with silver or blue undertones work well.
Think in Threes
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The Rule of Three: As bizarre as it sounds, odd numbers look more natural and pleasing to the eye. Consider using three different plant types or even three of the same plant in varying heights for a well-rounded arrangement.
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Symmetry and Balance: While odd numbers work well, symmetry is also your friend in some areas. If you're using two of the same plant, place them at opposite ends for a balanced look.
Maintenance Aspect
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Cleanability: Choose plants with leaves that are easy to wipe down, especially in high-traffic or food-serving areas. Larger leaves are your friend here. Calathea and Fiddle Leaf are usually one of the largest leaf plants.
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Quality Over Quantity: It might be tempting to fill every inch of your planter box, but sometimes less is more. High-quality, lifelike plants will have a greater impact than a crowd of less convincing options.
We hope these tips offer more precise guidance for choosing the perfect artificial plants for your planter boxes. Happy styling!
Tambour planter questions
What size plants fit on a tambour unit?
Mid-height plants around 50–65 cm sit well lined along the top; trailing or hanging plants suit the front edge. For an office fit-out we size the plants to your exact units.
Do the plants come ready to sit on the tambour top?
For our office and commercial plant supply-and-install service, yes — each install is made to measure so the plants sit flush, with no foam and no gaps. Shopping for a standard planter box at home? The potted range drops straight in.
Can you install tambour-top greenery across Australia?
Yes — our plant supply-and-install service covers offices and government departments Australia-wide, from our South Australian head office. Send us a photo of your units, or see our Projects page.
