Let the trees in

Did you celebrate Arbor Day by planting a tree? Don’t fret if you did not; I didn’t either….but only as a kindness to the trees.

Let’s just say that a green thumb I do NOT have. However, I still appreciate a holiday that promotes the maintenance and planting of lush trees and greenery to help improve air quality, reduce global warming, give off shade on hot summer days, and beautify our surroundings.

You can bring some of these same benefits into your home by incorporating trees (and plants) into your décor. No longer strictly reserved for the outdoors, living trees can breathe life into and complement any style.

Some simple rules to remember when making trees part of any room:

1. Choose the right trees for your décor. Modern, contemporary styles look best with sleek, long, slender shaped trees that add clean lines to your space; and frilly greens such as ferns complement more feminine designs.

2. Play with color. Just as you accessorize a room with accents such as throw pillow or an area rug, foliage can create contrast or harmony within your décor, according to your wants.

3. Amp it up. Not only a great décor solution for an empty corner, the right tree can boost up the drama as a focal point.

Hope this post has helped you find your Arbor Day inspiration.