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City guide for indoor plant lovers
The indoor plant trend has been flourishing over the last few years, and it doesn't look to be slowing down anytime soon.
In addition to looking beautiful and adding a lush, vibrant feel to an otherwise empty space, indoor plants also come with some added benefits.
We spoke with local yogi and plant stylist, Kaysee Liebeknecht (pictured), from Breathe Stretch Float to share her thoughts on the humble house plant.
"Indoor plants are actually a great investment. It’s an easy way to add beautiful greenery to your home or workspace with the added benefits of air purification and increased oxygen levels - which help boost your mood, productivity, concentration and creativity."
Kaysee says it's also worth doing research on your plants, as some can be easily propagated with cuttings.
Popular plants like the monstera deliciosa or the heart-leaf philodendron are good examples of plants you can easily propagate, aka get new plants from existing plants.
If you're inspired to fill your indoor space with plants, see below for some of the fabulous indoor plant suppliers located around the city.
A to Z of city-based indoor plant traders
E for Ethel
A cafe and gift shop combined, E for Ethel is a knick-knack-lovers heaven. The shelves are filled with sweet, quirky and funky Australian and hand-made gifts where you'll also find some great little indoor plants. They also offer a delicious range of fresh juices, locally-sourced food and wonderful coffee.
East End Flower Market
Fitting in seamlessly with the easy-breezy, effortlessly-cool vibe of the East End sits the East End Flower Market (EEFM). Carving a name out for themselves since 2015, the EEFM have become a staple go-to for floral arrangements for many an Adelaidean. Branching out from their flowery offerings, they now have a great range of gorgeous indoor plants on offer - with a funky pot to-go, of course!
Ensemble Studios
Located in the south-east of the city, Ensemble is a curation of locally made sustainable clothing, shoes, plants and homewares, focusing on a refined minimalist aesthetic, with an emphasis on nature, the environment and the use of natural materials.
Fleur & Brew
Born from the Renew Adelaide's 'Own It' program, Fleur & Brew is a sweet little 'hole in the wall' cafe and florist combined. Stop in for a coffee and you'll find yourself surrounded by stunning Australian native flowers and a gorgeous, flourishing collection of indoor plants.
The Flower Nook
A fresh flower shop nestled in the busy thoroughfare of Topham Mall, the Flower Nook also offers a range of boutique gifts hand-selected for their ethical and natural ethos. Gift options include local artisan candles from The Scent Candle Co. and body care products from Australian-botanics brand Bopo. You'll also find these sweet little pots of greenery on their cute little shelves.
The Flower Hutt
Specialising in flowers, succulents, plants and candles (among other sweet gift options) is this little slice of botanical heaven, which sits on the south-west side of Hutt Street. With the belief that 'simple is best' here you'll find beautiful, clean, and crisp bouquets set amongst thriving pots of hydrangeas, philodendrons, fiddle leaf figs and ferns to name a few.
Tynte Flowers
If you haven't heard of Tynte Flowers, have you even lived in Adelaide? Doesn't everyone own a vase with the iconic green sticker? They've been mastering the art of floristry since 1988, and now also offer a gorgeous menu of indoor plants that come in an assortment of fabulous ceramic white pots.