By Katie Laughridge
From Tribune News Service
I have always been a big fan of botanicals in the home, starting as a young girl who wanted flowers on her wallpaper to an adult … who still wants flowers on her wallpaper. However, my husband and two sons don’t seem so keen on the idea, so we must meet in the middle by mixing together my favorite florals with more masculine flower-free botanicals to keep our spaces in perfect harmony.
When in doubt on how to start celebrating botanicals in your home, look to your art. (Handout/TNS)
I love having blooms in my home, and greenery is a big part of that. Plus, in a bit of good news, you don’t have to be a skilled floral arranger to decorate with them. You can create a fun, simple display with just a few items. Just cluster a group of small glass vases on a pretty tray and insert your favorite stems. If arranging just isn’t your thing, try using topiaries. They make for another simple but dramatic display perfect for your table, kitchen island, bookcases or mantel. Since they come in different shapes and sizes, you can mix several together for an impactful look. Cluster three or five at the center of your kitchen island or dining table or bookend your mantel with a triad of different boxwoods….