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Best and suitable faux grass plants for your home

“Nothing is more pleasant to the eye than green grass kept finely shorn” — Francis Bacon.

I know when you think about grass, the immediate thought is of something minimal that grows effortlessly without any maintenance in one’s backyard…. But that is not the case. Grass, especially artificial grass, can be a great and unique way to add some greenery to your home. These are unique because people don’t choose grass as their first preference when choosing a faux house plant for decor. That way you can make your home stand out and decorate it differently.

Let’s explore some useful ways you can use grass to decorate your home.

Grass and its tiny leaves can be a perfect dash of greenery your place is missing, and with a cute little grass plant, your place would be rejuvenated. Following are some of the common and easy steps to make your home more green and unique.

Let’s get some grass where the sun seldom shines

The grass is always greener in the sun, but I think it can be greener even where there ain’t no sun. With faux grass, you can decorate your bedrooms, kitchens, and bathrooms even without having proper sunlight in that place. Grass in your bedroom? Who would have thought! With faux grass, now you can! Keep a stylish vase decorated with natural-looking grass in your bathroom. These would add an element of freshness to your bathroom. 

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Make a style statement with grass

As we all know, the grass is green, it’s simple, and is minimal. It is rustic yet free of any complexity. So these specific elements of nature can be used to enhance a theme, a decor, a style. Every element of nature has its relation and is responsible for imparting a specific aura to a surrounding. If bamboo trees are best suited for zen style, grass and related plants are best for farmhouse country-style decor.  The rustic and rough element of farmhouses matches perfectly with grass. And if you are going for farmhouse decor, faux grass would be the safest bet. But these grasses can also be used in many other decor themes as well.

Add little pops of color in multiple spots

The tiny size of grass plants is super helpful when you want to create a mosaic of colors. These cute plants can adjust in multiple spots in a room and add little explosions of bright fresh color in each corner and edge. It would tie the whole place and add an element of detail. You can also go for different sizes of grass plants to add dimensions. You can also keep these small plants in your home office to keep a fresh-looking setting.  

Some important and common types of Grass species you can keep in your home

Onion grass

It is a perennial weed with long fleshy leaves and grows out from the root. It has a rough but dark green color with cool vibes and it has a simple entangled build. The natural variety has a strong smell of onions and is difficult to maintain. So faux grass is a better option. With a dark green color, it will be perfect for a contemporary and modern style of decor.

Sweetgrass

This is a sacred type of grass in North America and Canada. It is also called holy grass, vanilla grass, and Mary’s grass. Because of its importance, it is very common as a decor option and otherwise.  It is regarded as sacred so I suggest it’s a good idea to keep this grass in the household. The leaves of this grass grow horizontally and straight, giving a neat and refined appearance. It can be used as an accent item in French decor as well.

Wheatgrass

These are the first, and freshly sprouted leaves of wheat plants before the same grass becomes mature. Wheatgrass has the most unique and adorable appearance. The grass is golden with tips beautifully shaped. It would be the cutest and unique decorative item in your home. With the pure khaki golden color, it would look perfectly related to the simple farm life in a country-style decor.

Bamboo grass

Bamboo is grass at the start of its life cycle which then grows on to become larger and strong trees. It has many species and its colour varies from golden green to dark green. They make up for a perfect way to add a decorative item to your home. Bamboo grass takes less space as compared to bamboo trees for obvious reasons. So, you can choose between both grass and tree depending on the space you have available.

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Some Important Questions

What material is faux grass plant made of?

The most common material since the advent of faux plants or grasses of trees is Plastics and Polyester. These days, high-end faux grasses and plants are made of polyester fibres and silk. Now materials used in artificial grass plants and artificial grass are different. Polyester is dominant in faux grass plants. Polyethylene, Polypropylene and Nylon are usually used in artificial grass.

Is faux plant biodegradable or not?

Good quality polyester fibers and silk-made faux plants are definitely biodegradable. They are made while keeping environmental concerns in mind. Silk is a natural material but polyester is a synthetic material. What makes good polyester biodegradable is the addition of a fast-acting biocatalyst. The biocatalyst is added in yarn during it’s extrusion process.

How long does faux grass plant last?

Well, it depends on the processing of the plant. Good quality raw material and Ultraviolet resistance increases the overall lifespan and color appearance. Check these qualities before buying and also, inquire them from a custom support agent while ordering grass plants online. 

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