You've Got Questions, We've Got Answers. Below you will find a list of our most frequently asked questions to help guide you through the world of artificial plants! If you have an additional question not answered here, feel free to drop us an email at customerservice@nearlynatural.com.
Our lifelike artificial plants are just as beautiful as the real thing, replicating Mother Nature’s intricate details such as naturally occurring variegation and lifelike textures. For the ultimate realism, we created Real Touch plants, trees, and flowers with leaves are designed to feel as real as they look. Explore the Fake Plants That Look Real collection for our most lifelike choices.
While fake plants had a bad reputation in their earlier days, artificial plants are no longer the tacky has-beens of yesteryear. Expertly detailed to reflect a natural appearance, today's faux plants are made from high-quality materials that can be incredibly lifelike. Artificial plants are popular with interior designers, influencers, and homeowners alike. They’ve been praised for their natural realism, versatility, and most importantly, their beauty. Faux plants provide everlasting color and freshness to any environment.
For detailed tips on how to achieve a natural, lifelike look with artificial greenery, visit How To Make Fake Plants Look More Real. Learn about the best locations for faux plants, colors, texture, and how to choose high-quality items.
Because Mother Natural and her elements are uncontrollable and can inflict damage on some artificial greenery, not all Nearly Natural fake plants should be used outside. We offer an extensive line of outdoor plants, trees, and flowers that are designed for outdoor use. Look for products labeled UV Resistant to ensure they will remain faux-ever green without fear of wilt or discoloration when displayed outside in sunlight. Learn how you can easily solve landscaping problems with our selection of outdoor artificial plants and fake trees.
Artificial plants offer many benefits over live plants. They require no watering, sunlight, or maintenance. Additionally, they are kid and pet friendly, free from the allergens of live plants. Faux plants are also a better investment than living plants. Although some artificial plants cost more up front than live plants, faux plants will last many years to come, whereas live plants may not be long-living.
Whether you’re looking for something green or perhaps multi-hued with naturally occurring variegation, at Nearly Natural you can opt for an artificial plant that will effortlessly transform any space it inhabits. Shop all artificial plants to see our full collection of thousands of options, or browse our site for collections based on style, species, and usage.
If this is your first time in purchasing an artificial plant, welcome! With thousands of faux greenery offerings including plants, trees, flowers, and arrangements, including popular plants such as Boston ferns, bougainvilleas, and snake plants, the choices are limitless. Get started by learning about The 10 Most Popular Artificial Houseplants. Shop our Top 100 Bestsellers, a curated collection of our most loved and top-rated faux greenery.
Absolutely! In fact, most professional buildings use fake plants and artificial trees in the workplace and throughout interiors. Artificial plants allow for endless creative options and have been proven to uplift moods, boosting productivity. In addition, artificial plants and fake plants can also help cut costs on regular maintenance and upkeep while eliminating things like allergies, insects, and pests. Learn more in Real vs. Fake Plants For The Workplace.
Artificial plants eliminate the need for the constant upkeep of live plants, such as watering, pruning, and cleaning up dropped leaves. With faux indoor plants, regular dusting is all that's typically needed. We recommend using a feather duster or a microfiber cleaning cloth to gently dust any excess dirt, dust, and debris from your artificial plants. Outdoor plants may require a little extra cleaning if they are exposed to rain and pollen. Learn more in How To Care For Artificial Plants.
We offer artificial plants in a variety of bases. You can purchase plants set in decorative planters complete with faux moss, ones offered in simple nursery pots so you can use the decorative planter of your choice, and some on stands. Check product photos, names, and descriptions to determine the top of base included.
Upon receiving your artificial plant, carefully remove it from its box and stand it up in an area with enough space for shaping. Most plants require some simple bending and shaping to style them for realism. Get some tips on unpacking and arranging your artificial plant and use the product page photos as a reference for your plant's shape.
Plant measurements as listed are taken from the farthest outstretched dimension. Any included planter or pot is included in the height measurement. Some products will also display in their imagery a sized graphic to demonstrate the items’ dimensions.