The Best Potted Plants for Office

Peace Lilies

Peace lilies offer a perfect balance of lush greenery and year-round blooms, and are particularly well-suited to office environments as they grow exceptionally well indoors. They don’t need direct sunlight, but do benefit from proximity to windows. Low-maintenance and forgiving, they are one of the easiest plants to care for – ideal for even the busiest teams.

Typically a floor plant, peace lilies make a spectacular addition to reception or waiting areas and staff rooms. Smaller varieties, such as the ‘Power Petite’, are also available and perfectly suited to a desk.

Bird of Paradise

With their vibrant yellow, orange and deep blue tones, Bird of Paradise plants (Strelitzia) have an unmistakable tropical presence that lifts any space. All they need to thrive in an office is a generously sized container and a position beside a window – as tropical plants, they require several hours of sunlight a day.

Water when the top inch of soil is dry, and be sure to place a saucer or tray underneath to allow you to soak the soil properly through the pot’s drainage holes.

Peace Lilies

Peace lilies offer a perfect balance of lush greenery and year-round blooms, and are particularly well-suited to office environments as they grow exceptionally well indoors. They don’t need direct sunlight, but do benefit from proximity to windows. Low-maintenance and forgiving, they are one of the easiest plants to care for – ideal for even the busiest teams.

Typically a floor plant, peace lilies make a spectacular addition to reception or waiting areas and staff rooms. Smaller varieties, such as the ‘Power Petite’, are also available and perfectly suited to a desk.

Azalea

Azaleas are striking blooms that thrive in cooler environments of around 16–18°C, making them ideal for air-conditioned workspaces. Available in a wide range of colours, they are an excellent way to bring life to any office. Bell-shaped and growing in beautiful clusters surrounded by rich green foliage, azaleas prefer a well-lit position away from direct sunlight and should never be allowed to dry out completely.

Water two or three times a week, and a little more frequently if kept in a smaller pot. Occasionally, submerge the entire pot in a larger container of water to give the roots a thorough soak. Azaleas also love humidity – stand them on a tray of wet pebbles and mist them daily with tepid water.

Bird of Paradise

With their vibrant yellow, orange and deep blue tones, Bird of Paradise plants (Strelitzia) have an unmistakable tropical presence that lifts any space. All they need to thrive in an office is a generously sized container and a position beside a window – as tropical plants, they require several hours of sunlight a day.

Water when the top inch of soil is dry, and be sure to place a saucer or tray underneath to allow you to soak the soil properly through the pot’s drainage holes.

Peace Lilies

Peace lilies offer a perfect balance of lush greenery and year-round blooms, and are particularly well-suited to office environments as they grow exceptionally well indoors. They don’t need direct sunlight, but do benefit from proximity to windows. Low-maintenance and forgiving, they are one of the easiest plants to care for – ideal for even the busiest teams.

Typically a floor plant, peace lilies make a spectacular addition to reception or waiting areas and staff rooms. Smaller varieties, such as the ‘Power Petite’, are also available and perfectly suited to a desk.

Hibiscus

These large, bright, long-stemmed flowers are deceptively delicate – yet long-lasting – and add a wonderful pop of colour in their soft warm reds, pinks and oranges. Hibiscus requires bright light, moderate temperatures and thorough watering once the soil is dry to the touch.

To keep these beautiful flowers at their best, place them on windowsills or in other well-lit areas where they will benefit from bright light both in the morning and afternoon.

Azalea

Azaleas are striking blooms that thrive in cooler environments of around 16–18°C, making them ideal for air-conditioned workspaces. Available in a wide range of colours, they are an excellent way to bring life to any office. Bell-shaped and growing in beautiful clusters surrounded by rich green foliage, azaleas prefer a well-lit position away from direct sunlight and should never be allowed to dry out completely.

Water two or three times a week, and a little more frequently if kept in a smaller pot. Occasionally, submerge the entire pot in a larger container of water to give the roots a thorough soak. Azaleas also love humidity – stand them on a tray of wet pebbles and mist them daily with tepid water.

Bird of Paradise

With their vibrant yellow, orange and deep blue tones, Bird of Paradise plants (Strelitzia) have an unmistakable tropical presence that lifts any space. All they need to thrive in an office is a generously sized container and a position beside a window – as tropical plants, they require several hours of sunlight a day.

Water when the top inch of soil is dry, and be sure to place a saucer or tray underneath to allow you to soak the soil properly through the pot’s drainage holes.

Peace Lilies

Peace lilies offer a perfect balance of lush greenery and year-round blooms, and are particularly well-suited to office environments as they grow exceptionally well indoors. They don’t need direct sunlight, but do benefit from proximity to windows. Low-maintenance and forgiving, they are one of the easiest plants to care for – ideal for even the busiest teams.

Typically a floor plant, peace lilies make a spectacular addition to reception or waiting areas and staff rooms. Smaller varieties, such as the ‘Power Petite’, are also available and perfectly suited to a desk.

African Violet

This small flowering plant has fuzzy leaves and produces clusters of delicate blooms, taking up very little space – making it a lovely choice for an individual desk. African violets are particularly picky about how they are watered, requiring lukewarm or room temperature water, and should be left to stand for 48 hours before being used. Water the soil only, never the foliage.

African violets need bright to medium intensity light, so they are not best suited to the darker corners of an office. They are available in many colours, including pink, purple, magenta and blue, and bloom all year round.

Hibiscus

These large, bright, long-stemmed flowers are deceptively delicate – yet long-lasting – and add a wonderful pop of colour in their soft warm reds, pinks and oranges. Hibiscus requires bright light, moderate temperatures and thorough watering once the soil is dry to the touch.

To keep these beautiful flowers at their best, place them on windowsills or in other well-lit areas where they will benefit from bright light both in the morning and afternoon.

Azalea

Azaleas are striking blooms that thrive in cooler environments of around 16–18°C, making them ideal for air-conditioned workspaces. Available in a wide range of colours, they are an excellent way to bring life to any office. Bell-shaped and growing in beautiful clusters surrounded by rich green foliage, azaleas prefer a well-lit position away from direct sunlight and should never be allowed to dry out completely.

Water two or three times a week, and a little more frequently if kept in a smaller pot. Occasionally, submerge the entire pot in a larger container of water to give the roots a thorough soak. Azaleas also love humidity – stand them on a tray of wet pebbles and mist them daily with tepid water.

Bird of Paradise

With their vibrant yellow, orange and deep blue tones, Bird of Paradise plants (Strelitzia) have an unmistakable tropical presence that lifts any space. All they need to thrive in an office is a generously sized container and a position beside a window – as tropical plants, they require several hours of sunlight a day.

Water when the top inch of soil is dry, and be sure to place a saucer or tray underneath to allow you to soak the soil properly through the pot’s drainage holes.

Peace Lilies

Peace lilies offer a perfect balance of lush greenery and year-round blooms, and are particularly well-suited to office environments as they grow exceptionally well indoors. They don’t need direct sunlight, but do benefit from proximity to windows. Low-maintenance and forgiving, they are one of the easiest plants to care for – ideal for even the busiest teams.

Typically a floor plant, peace lilies make a spectacular addition to reception or waiting areas and staff rooms. Smaller varieties, such as the ‘Power Petite’, are also available and perfectly suited to a desk.

African Violet

This small flowering plant has fuzzy leaves and produces clusters of delicate blooms, taking up very little space – making it a lovely choice for an individual desk. African violets are particularly picky about how they are watered, requiring lukewarm or room temperature water, and should be left to stand for 48 hours before being used. Water the soil only, never the foliage.

African violets need bright to medium intensity light, so they are not best suited to the darker corners of an office. They are available in many colours, including pink, purple, magenta and blue, and bloom all year round.

Hibiscus

These large, bright, long-stemmed flowers are deceptively delicate – yet long-lasting – and add a wonderful pop of colour in their soft warm reds, pinks and oranges. Hibiscus requires bright light, moderate temperatures and thorough watering once the soil is dry to the touch.

To keep these beautiful flowers at their best, place them on windowsills or in other well-lit areas where they will benefit from bright light both in the morning and afternoon.

Azalea

Azaleas are striking blooms that thrive in cooler environments of around 16–18°C, making them ideal for air-conditioned workspaces. Available in a wide range of colours, they are an excellent way to bring life to any office. Bell-shaped and growing in beautiful clusters surrounded by rich green foliage, azaleas prefer a well-lit position away from direct sunlight and should never be allowed to dry out completely.

Water two or three times a week, and a little more frequently if kept in a smaller pot. Occasionally, submerge the entire pot in a larger container of water to give the roots a thorough soak. Azaleas also love humidity – stand them on a tray of wet pebbles and mist them daily with tepid water.

Bird of Paradise

With their vibrant yellow, orange and deep blue tones, Bird of Paradise plants (Strelitzia) have an unmistakable tropical presence that lifts any space. All they need to thrive in an office is a generously sized container and a position beside a window – as tropical plants, they require several hours of sunlight a day.

Water when the top inch of soil is dry, and be sure to place a saucer or tray underneath to allow you to soak the soil properly through the pot’s drainage holes.

Peace Lilies

Peace lilies offer a perfect balance of lush greenery and year-round blooms, and are particularly well-suited to office environments as they grow exceptionally well indoors. They don’t need direct sunlight, but do benefit from proximity to windows. Low-maintenance and forgiving, they are one of the easiest plants to care for – ideal for even the busiest teams.

Typically a floor plant, peace lilies make a spectacular addition to reception or waiting areas and staff rooms. Smaller varieties, such as the ‘Power Petite’, are also available and perfectly suited to a desk.

Orchids

Orchids come in a variety of sizes, so no matter how large or intimate your office is, you can easily find space for them. Large, dramatic varieties are ideal for communal spaces such as conference rooms, reception and waiting areas, while smaller orchids can be placed on desks to brighten up individual workspaces.

Orchids are long-lasting, provided you water them regularly and give them the right level of humidity. Avoid exposing them to direct sunlight, as this can scorch their leaves. The easiest orchid to encourage back into bloom is the moth orchid, while dendrobiums are available in a beautiful array of colours.

African Violet

This small flowering plant has fuzzy leaves and produces clusters of delicate blooms, taking up very little space – making it a lovely choice for an individual desk. African violets are particularly picky about how they are watered, requiring lukewarm or room temperature water, and should be left to stand for 48 hours before being used. Water the soil only, never the foliage.

African violets need bright to medium intensity light, so they are not best suited to the darker corners of an office. They are available in many colours, including pink, purple, magenta and blue, and bloom all year round.

Hibiscus

These large, bright, long-stemmed flowers are deceptively delicate – yet long-lasting – and add a wonderful pop of colour in their soft warm reds, pinks and oranges. Hibiscus requires bright light, moderate temperatures and thorough watering once the soil is dry to the touch.

To keep these beautiful flowers at their best, place them on windowsills or in other well-lit areas where they will benefit from bright light both in the morning and afternoon.

Azalea

Azaleas are striking blooms that thrive in cooler environments of around 16–18°C, making them ideal for air-conditioned workspaces. Available in a wide range of colours, they are an excellent way to bring life to any office. Bell-shaped and growing in beautiful clusters surrounded by rich green foliage, azaleas prefer a well-lit position away from direct sunlight and should never be allowed to dry out completely.

Water two or three times a week, and a little more frequently if kept in a smaller pot. Occasionally, submerge the entire pot in a larger container of water to give the roots a thorough soak. Azaleas also love humidity – stand them on a tray of wet pebbles and mist them daily with tepid water.

Bird of Paradise

With their vibrant yellow, orange and deep blue tones, Bird of Paradise plants (Strelitzia) have an unmistakable tropical presence that lifts any space. All they need to thrive in an office is a generously sized container and a position beside a window – as tropical plants, they require several hours of sunlight a day.

Water when the top inch of soil is dry, and be sure to place a saucer or tray underneath to allow you to soak the soil properly through the pot’s drainage holes.

Peace Lilies

Peace lilies offer a perfect balance of lush greenery and year-round blooms, and are particularly well-suited to office environments as they grow exceptionally well indoors. They don’t need direct sunlight, but do benefit from proximity to windows. Low-maintenance and forgiving, they are one of the easiest plants to care for – ideal for even the busiest teams.

Typically a floor plant, peace lilies make a spectacular addition to reception or waiting areas and staff rooms. Smaller varieties, such as the ‘Power Petite’, are also available and perfectly suited to a desk.

Orchids

Orchids come in a variety of sizes, so no matter how large or intimate your office is, you can easily find space for them. Large, dramatic varieties are ideal for communal spaces such as conference rooms, reception and waiting areas, while smaller orchids can be placed on desks to brighten up individual workspaces.

Orchids are long-lasting, provided you water them regularly and give them the right level of humidity. Avoid exposing them to direct sunlight, as this can scorch their leaves. The easiest orchid to encourage back into bloom is the moth orchid, while dendrobiums are available in a beautiful array of colours.

African Violet

This small flowering plant has fuzzy leaves and produces clusters of delicate blooms, taking up very little space – making it a lovely choice for an individual desk. African violets are particularly picky about how they are watered, requiring lukewarm or room temperature water, and should be left to stand for 48 hours before being used. Water the soil only, never the foliage.

African violets need bright to medium intensity light, so they are not best suited to the darker corners of an office. They are available in many colours, including pink, purple, magenta and blue, and bloom all year round.

Hibiscus

These large, bright, long-stemmed flowers are deceptively delicate – yet long-lasting – and add a wonderful pop of colour in their soft warm reds, pinks and oranges. Hibiscus requires bright light, moderate temperatures and thorough watering once the soil is dry to the touch.

To keep these beautiful flowers at their best, place them on windowsills or in other well-lit areas where they will benefit from bright light both in the morning and afternoon.

Azalea

Azaleas are striking blooms that thrive in cooler environments of around 16–18°C, making them ideal for air-conditioned workspaces. Available in a wide range of colours, they are an excellent way to bring life to any office. Bell-shaped and growing in beautiful clusters surrounded by rich green foliage, azaleas prefer a well-lit position away from direct sunlight and should never be allowed to dry out completely.

Water two or three times a week, and a little more frequently if kept in a smaller pot. Occasionally, submerge the entire pot in a larger container of water to give the roots a thorough soak. Azaleas also love humidity – stand them on a tray of wet pebbles and mist them daily with tepid water.

Bird of Paradise

With their vibrant yellow, orange and deep blue tones, Bird of Paradise plants (Strelitzia) have an unmistakable tropical presence that lifts any space. All they need to thrive in an office is a generously sized container and a position beside a window – as tropical plants, they require several hours of sunlight a day.

Water when the top inch of soil is dry, and be sure to place a saucer or tray underneath to allow you to soak the soil properly through the pot’s drainage holes.

Peace Lilies

Peace lilies offer a perfect balance of lush greenery and year-round blooms, and are particularly well-suited to office environments as they grow exceptionally well indoors. They don’t need direct sunlight, but do benefit from proximity to windows. Low-maintenance and forgiving, they are one of the easiest plants to care for – ideal for even the busiest teams.

Typically a floor plant, peace lilies make a spectacular addition to reception or waiting areas and staff rooms. Smaller varieties, such as the ‘Power Petite’, are also available and perfectly suited to a desk.

Although they have a reputation for being drab and uninspiring, offices can be extraordinarily creative spaces when they’ve been thoughtfully designed and decorated. One of the most effective ways to brighten up any workspace is with potted plants and flowers. You can place them almost anywhere – from the reception desk and staff area, to conference rooms and individual desks – and they will always elevate the environment.

Flowers can illuminate an office like nothing else. According to research by the University of Exeter in 2013, flowers in the office were found to improve the wellbeing of staff by up to 47%, boost creativity by 45% and productivity by 38%. They also increase happiness levels, lifting the mood of the whole team, and help to reduce the risk of work-related stress through their soothing natural beauty.

At Blooming Haus, our speciality is designing beautiful floral displays for events, including offices, venues and exterior spaces. Whatever the requirements or layout of your workspace, our arrangements can be designed to reflect your brand values.

Orchids

Orchids come in a variety of sizes, so no matter how large or intimate your office is, you can easily find space for them. Large, dramatic varieties are ideal for communal spaces such as conference rooms, reception and waiting areas, while smaller orchids can be placed on desks to brighten up individual workspaces.

Orchids are long-lasting, provided you water them regularly and give them the right level of humidity. Avoid exposing them to direct sunlight, as this can scorch their leaves. The easiest orchid to encourage back into bloom is the moth orchid, while dendrobiums are available in a beautiful array of colours.

African Violet

This small flowering plant has fuzzy leaves and produces clusters of delicate blooms, taking up very little space – making it a lovely choice for an individual desk. African violets are particularly picky about how they are watered, requiring lukewarm or room temperature water, and should be left to stand for 48 hours before being used. Water the soil only, never the foliage.

African violets need bright to medium intensity light, so they are not best suited to the darker corners of an office. They are available in many colours, including pink, purple, magenta and blue, and bloom all year round.

Hibiscus

These large, bright, long-stemmed flowers are deceptively delicate – yet long-lasting – and add a wonderful pop of colour in their soft warm reds, pinks and oranges. Hibiscus requires bright light, moderate temperatures and thorough watering once the soil is dry to the touch.

To keep these beautiful flowers at their best, place them on windowsills or in other well-lit areas where they will benefit from bright light both in the morning and afternoon.

Azalea

Azaleas are striking blooms that thrive in cooler environments of around 16–18°C, making them ideal for air-conditioned workspaces. Available in a wide range of colours, they are an excellent way to bring life to any office. Bell-shaped and growing in beautiful clusters surrounded by rich green foliage, azaleas prefer a well-lit position away from direct sunlight and should never be allowed to dry out completely.

Water two or three times a week, and a little more frequently if kept in a smaller pot. Occasionally, submerge the entire pot in a larger container of water to give the roots a thorough soak. Azaleas also love humidity – stand them on a tray of wet pebbles and mist them daily with tepid water.

Bird of Paradise

With their vibrant yellow, orange and deep blue tones, Bird of Paradise plants (Strelitzia) have an unmistakable tropical presence that lifts any space. All they need to thrive in an office is a generously sized container and a position beside a window – as tropical plants, they require several hours of sunlight a day.

Water when the top inch of soil is dry, and be sure to place a saucer or tray underneath to allow you to soak the soil properly through the pot’s drainage holes.

Peace Lilies

Peace lilies offer a perfect balance of lush greenery and year-round blooms, and are particularly well-suited to office environments as they grow exceptionally well indoors. They don’t need direct sunlight, but do benefit from proximity to windows. Low-maintenance and forgiving, they are one of the easiest plants to care for – ideal for even the busiest teams.

Typically a floor plant, peace lilies make a spectacular addition to reception or waiting areas and staff rooms. Smaller varieties, such as the ‘Power Petite’, are also available and perfectly suited to a desk.