Greenery has become a tremendously popular way to warm or convert a venue into a unique and memorable experience. Whether it be a subtle centerpiece or an all-out transformation of a space, foliage has the capability to create a unique and captivating experience.
When to Use Greenery in your Event
When sustainability is a value or focus.
Over the years, greenery and foliage have become synonymous with environmental advocacy, serving as a visual clue for sustainability. With today’s accelerated decline of our planet’s health, environmental factors are constantly on the radar, even if not directly addressed.
When you want attendees to feel relaxed and welcome.
Plants are proven to have a calming effect making guests feel welcomed, inspired to spend more time and money and let their creative juices flow. Exposure to nature, even in the form of indoor plants, has been associated with improved mood and reduced stress.
When you need a visually appealing divider or barrier.
Yes, you could use fencing or stanchions, but when visual aesthetics are on the line, plants can serve as a gorgeous separator in keeping guests out of an area, or creating a desired flow. From a green wall to a grouping of variously sized plants and containers, a divider with foliage can even serve as a breathtaking photo moment.
When hiding or covering un-appealing elements.
How do you hide the cords leading up to the speakers, or the ugly metal standing holding up your projector screen? Why, plants, of course! Lush palms can cover a wide area, and artificial plants have the added benefit of conforming to any position to cover all eye sores.
When you’re on a budget.
Greenery can be significantly less expensive than alternatives, such as flowers or custom fabrications. Furthermore, mixing live and artificial foliage into matching or coordinating containers have an even further profound positive impact on your wallet, while making it nearly impossible for guests to decipher which plants are rooted in soil.
Types of Greenery Decor
Entry Arches
We all want that “wow” factor. Whether it be a 2-D arch or an elaborate entry tunnel, an appealing entry is an excellent way to kickstart any event with a unique experience and photo opportunity.
Centerpieces
Green centerpiece options are limitless. From succulent gardens, to table foliage in interesting containers, to trailing plants (on the table or trailing down from a tall container), a centerpiece can be dressed up or down with unique containers, uncommon plants and an assortment of top dressing options.
Photo Opportunities
The best way to share an experience with friends, family and social media is via a photo, and every event needs at least one area appointed for visual sharing. Foliage can either accentuate the desired look, or become the focal point of the Instagrammable moment.
Stage/Forum Backdrops
It’s more pleasant to listen to a speaker when they are surrounded by natural beauty, and that charm can be achieved with greenery and foliage. From a single plant on each side to a grouping in assorted container heights, nothing promotes joy and focus as a soothing environment.
Throughout the Event Space
What about those boring, undecorated corners or blank walls? The opportunity to add greenery accents throughout your venue is limitless! The ease with which a blank corner can be converted into an unforgettable snapshot is breathtaking.
Those Space dividers!
Why use stanchions when the same result can be achieved with a few plants? Not only have your guest flow goals been achieved, but we’ve now enhanced the visual appeal of a space – and even created a photo moment!
