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Outdoor spaces should feel just as thoughtful as the rooms inside a home. Patios, balconies, pool areas, and covered terraces can all benefit from greenery that adds softness, height, and visual balance.
For interior designers, luxury artificial plants offer a practical way to create that look without the care needs of live plants. The key is choosing pieces that fit the scale, architecture, and overall design style of the space.
Start With Scale
Scale is one of the most important parts of outdoor styling.
A large terrace may need tall trees or grouped arrangements to avoid feeling empty. A smaller balcony may look better with one slim tree or a compact floral display.
Faux olive trees can work well in larger spaces because they add height without feeling heavy. Their narrow shape also makes them useful near seating areas, outdoor kitchens, or entry points.
Before choosing a plant, look at ceiling height, furniture size, and how much open space surrounds it.
Match the Architecture
The plant style should support the design of the property.
Olive trees work well with Mediterranean, modern, organic, and transitional spaces. Their soft branches pair easily with stone, wood, metal, and neutral finishes.
Calla lilies can bring a clean, sculptural look to covered patios or outdoor dining areas. Orchids can add a softer, more refined touch in protected outdoor spaces.
The goal is to make the greenery feel connected to the architecture, not added as an afterthought.
Use Containers to Complete the Look
The planter matters almost as much as the plant.
Stone-look, ceramic, concrete, or textured containers can help artificial plants feel more premium. The size of the planter should also match the height and weight of the plant.
A well-chosen container can help anchor the design and tie the greenery into nearby furniture and finishes.
Consider Custom Arrangements
Custom arrangements are helpful when standard plant sizes do not fit the space.
Large planters, built-in beds, unusual corners, and wide entry areas may need a more tailored approach. Designers can combine olive branches, orchids, calla lilies, and other elements to create a piece that fits the setting.
At Jardin Du Monde, we work with interior designers to select olive trees, orchids, calla lilies, and custom arrangements based on scale, architecture, and overall design style. We can help create outdoor greenery that feels refined, balanced, and fully connected to the larger design vision.
This post was written by a professional at Jardin Du Monde. Jardin Du Monde is a global curator of eternal, luxury botanical art created for spaces with history, soul, and intention. Each handcrafted piece combines nature-inspired detail, refined materials, and functional aesthetics to create timeless botanical designs that elevate both residential and commercial interiors. Our compositions are intentionally restrained, bringing organic beauty and sophistication to layered spaces while complementing natural elements such as stone, wood, linen, and leather. Guided by a belief in permanence, we create statement pieces that deepen in character over time rather than follow fleeting trends. Inspired by global botanical encounters and French-inspired refinement, our collections reflect artisanal realism, functional luxury, and enduring elegance. Located in St. Petersburg, FL, Jardin Du Monde proudly serves the surrounding areas with luxury botanical art designed to become a lasting part of every space.
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