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Questions You Should Know about Wholesale Artificial Succulents

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Feb. 24, 2025

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A Guide to Decorating with Artificial Succulents - Nearly Natural

Want to spruce up your home décor but don't know where to begin?
Consider artificial succulents and plants that look good with succulents. They are desert plants and can elicit feelings of warmer climates when decorating with succulents indoors. Fake succulents can be beautiful and unique and may be what your home needs to take your décor to the next level. Think about how succulent vase ideas can add a stylish touch to your space no matter your design.

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Succulents are pretty neutral in color and can match any home décor making them a great option to add an element of nature to your home.

Why are succulents trendy?

To answer that question we looked at our own internal sales data and succulents are some of the best-selling plants in our inventory. They've consistently ranked among the top sellers for the past 20 years. While some trees come and go, the succulent has maintained its position as a consistent best-seller and we predict it will continue to stay this why. We believe succulent décor has the level of popularity because of people's love with the desert and the unknown. Not only that, but artificial succulents also look cool with their spiky leaves.

Why Faux Over Real

Choosing an artificial succulent is all about choosing the right one. The right one will look just like the real thing and will fool your houseguests into thinking you have a green thumb to keep your succulents alive.

There are may reasons why fake succulents are better than real succulents including:

  • You don't have to water them
  • If you have pets you don't have to worry about them getting into your plant and making a mess
  • Artificial succulents require no upkeep except for an occasional dusting
  • They can thrive anywhere in your home since they don't need sunlight

Succulents are Great for Boho Décor

Boho décor is becoming increasingly popular and succulents are part of this home decorating style.

Boho décor is characterized by natural, eclectic and earthy colors. Plants, especially succulents, is a big part of this style.

So, if you've been wanting to turn your home into a boho paradise, then succulents are right for you.

Deciding Which Shade is Right for Your Home

Succulents and their planters come in a variety of shades. Mostly greens and some purples, succulents match just about any home décor preferences.

If you want to add a pop of color, there are fake succulents and orchid combos to achieve a colorful and neutral combination.

If you want mostly neutral with a little color, then succulents with a little purple in them are a great choice.

If you're looking for something that is strictly neutral, then you should opt for green succulents in clear or white planters.

Where to Put Your Fake Succulents

The beauty of artificial succulents is that they don't need sunlight so they can literally be placed anywhere in your home.

Some places to consider putting your fake succulents include:

  • Coffee tables
  • Bookshelves
  • Bathroom counters
  • As centerpieces on your kitchen table
  • On your nightstands

Deciding on Planters for Your Succulents

There are a variety of planters that you can choose from for your artificial succulents. They add to the vibe of these plants and help complete the look for your décor.

When choosing your fake succulents, pay attention to the planter that it comes in so that you'll love the way it looks in your home.

There are so many to choose from including white concrete planters, wooden planters, vases with faux water in them, hanging baskets, and colorful planters.

The Top 10 Artificial Succulents

Since our succulents are so popular and our consumers love them, we have a ton to choose from. But if you want some inspiration here are our top 10 most popular artificial succulents.

This set of agave succulents all look different yet they're all simple and come in simple white planters. You can disperse them all over your living room because they match and look great together when decorating the same room.

This breathtaking option combines a beautiful orchid with neutral succulents. The whitewashed planter they come in looks vintage creating a really unique vibe.

These artificial succulents are a variety of different succulents making a full garden. They come complete with a concrete planter that will match any décor.

This is one of the simpler options. It features an agave plant sprouting in all directions. The agave silk plant comes in a simple black planter and will look beautiful wherever you decide to put it.

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This deep green hanging plant combines a succulent with flowing maiden hair. It's UV resistant so you can decide if you hang it indoors or outdoors.

These gorgeous yet simple faux agave plants come in clear vases with faux water at the bottom. This realistic and simplistic option will look good anywhere in your home.

This artificial succulent garden features 3 types of succulents. One of them is red so it's the perfect pick if you want a pop of color. The succulents are nestled in a terra cotta planter making it fit well with southwestern décor.

This option features a set of 3 succulents in dark greens and purples. They sit in a bed of white river rocks adding to the realistic look of this succulent garden.

This succulent garden features a variety of beautiful and life-like succulents. They come in a wooden tray which adds to the naturalness of this option.

This succulent choice looks like a terrarium. It features red and green succulents with rocks at the bottom and faux water adding to the natural look of this plant.

Why Nearly Natural

Nearly Natural was founded by a horticulturalist who knew plants, trees and flowers like the back of his hand. He utilized his knowledge of nature to create artificial plants that looked just like the real thing. His values and skills have transcended time and exist in all of the product we produce today.

Do you love succulents as much as we do? We'd like to hear all about your favorite succulent in the comments below.

Artificial Plants FAQ's - Nearly Natural

Do fake plants actually look real?

While perception is in the eye of the beholder, we guarantee that our lifelike replicas are just as beautiful as the real In fact, we've gone ahead further and created a specific line of Real Touch plants and fake trees that mimic some of Mother Nature's intricate details (like naturally occurring variegation and lifelike textures) to help mimic realistic qualities. You can find out more about these lifelike creations in Fake Plants That Look Real or by browsing our selection of Real Touch plants and fake trees.

Are fake plants tacky?

Whilefake plants have had a bad reputation, artificial plants are no longer the tacky has-beens of yesteryear. Expertly detailed to reflect a natural appearance,fake plants today have seen a rise in popularity. They've been praised for their natural realism, versatility, and most importantly, their beauty. In addition to providing everlasting color and freshness to any environment.

How to make fake plants look more real?

We offer various tips on how you can achieve a natural, lifelike environment with the help of artificial greenery; whether that's by investing in a high-quality item made from premium materials, differentiating your plants by location, or even complementing them with various colors and textures. You can discover several more tips in How To Make Fake Plants Look More Real.

Can fake plants go outside?

Because Mother Natural and her elements are uncontrollable and can inflict damage on certain artificial greenery, not all Nearly Natural fake plants can go outside. Thankfully, we have an extensive line of UV Resistant artificial plants and outdoor fake trees that are exclusively designed with UV Protection so that you can rest assured knowing that when displaying your artificial greenery outdoors, you won't have to worry about them suffering damage from the natural elements. Better yet, you can easily Solve Landscaping Problems throughout your home or office spaces with our selection of outdoor artificial plants and fake trees.

Are fake plants better than the real deal?

While using fake plants is a personal choice - there are in fact some added benefits to incorporating artificial plants in everyday environments. From eliminating toxic threats to pets and children to lessening the potential of allergic reactions or even help adhere to costly budgets, faux plants can prove to be a better investment than living plants - the choice is entirely up to you.

Where to buy artificial plants?

Whether you're looking for something green or perhaps multi-hued with naturally occurring variegation, at Nearly Natural you can opt for an artificial plant that will effortlessly transform the space it inhabits. From an Indoor/Outdoor selection exclusively designed with UV Resistance or with a Real Touch quality, each of our artificial plants are designed to convey the most lifelike appearance wherever displayed.

I'm new to fake plants, what do you recommend?

If this is your first time in purchasing an artificial plant, welcome! With a selection of +3k options across several collections (plants, trees, flowers, and arrangements) and species (bamboo, yucca, hibiscus), the choices are limitless! However, if you are still wary of incorporating a fake plant or artificial tree in your home or office, why not start off with one of The Most Popular Houseplants or better yet, try one from our Best Loved and Reviewed Fake Plants Reviewed By Our Customers.

Which are your best fakes?

While we love each of our fake plants, artificial trees, and silk arrangements, we would recommend some of our most reviewed and loved artificial plants from our customers. You can also shop by browsing our best-selling products across in silk plants, artificial trees, and fake flower arrangements.

Can I use a fake plant in my office?

We don't see why not! In fact, most professional buildings will more often than not use fake plants and artificial trees in the workplace and throughout interiors; it allows for endless creative options and has proven to uplift moods and therefore boosting productivity. In addition, artificial plants and fake plants can also help cut costs on regular maintenance and upkeep while eliminating things like allergies, insects and pests. You can find out more about that in Real v Fake Plants For The Workplace.

Do I need to take care and maintain my fake plant?

Yes and no. While our selection of fake plants eliminate the need for daily maintenance, you will periodically want to clean it and wipe away any dust it might have gathered. We recommend doing this with a feather duster or a microfiber cleaning cloth and/or spare cleaning towelettes, gently dusting and removing any excess dirt, dust, and debris from your artificial plants. If easily portable, bring your artificial plant outside and use a paintbrush to remove any extra dirt that has accumulated not only on the faux-liage, but within the planter itself (like on the moss, rocks, and setting). You can learn more in How To Care For Artificial Plants.

Do I need a topper for my fake plant?

No, you do not need a topper for your fake tree or artificial plant. Most of our decorative plants come stabilized in their designated planters and will already be set with their accompaniment of natural moss. With items pictured with rocks, these will come bagged separately for you to disperse and arrange as you please along the top base of the plant or tree. However, if you would like an added hint of realism to your faux plant, some have admitted to using additional rocks, pebbles, and even real soil to the foliage's base in order to make it appear all the more lifelike. The options are limitless!

Do the fake plants come in the planters as pictured?

Yes they do! With every fake plant or artificial tree, the accompanying planter is always included in the cost of the product. We are continuously updating our products/collections to offer your countless of planter options in a range of materials, sizes, shapes, and colors.

When I receive my artificial plant, how do I make it look real straight out of the box?

Hooray! You've made the leap into artificial greenery, hooray! Upon receiving your artificial plant you will need to carefully remove it from its box and stand it up in spacious area free in order to fluff it and style it in a way to get a realistic quality. Here you can learn some tips on how to carefully unpack and arrange your artificial plant so that you get that nearly natural effect.

How are your fake plants measured?

On each of our product pages below the product description you will see that we've included the height and width of each item, measured in feet and inches. Some products will also display in their imagery a sized graphic to ensure you of the items' dimensions.

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