What Plants Should You Buy to Emphasize Your Orchids
Orchids command attention with their blooms, but surrounding foliage makes them pop even more. The right companion plants create depth and contrast that turns a single orchid into a showpiece.
Height differences and leaf textures matter more than flower colors. Strategic plant pairings draw eyes toward your orchids rather than competing with them.
easyplant offers six Phalaenopsis colors that bloom for months:
Each comes in a self-watering pot that needs refilling once every two months – slashing your watering schedule for easy upkeep.
Join us below to discover which indoor plants complement orchid collections best.
Parlor palms create vertical backdrops
Large Parlor Palms from easyplant give your orchid collection height and drama without stealing focus. Feathery fronds sway gently behind still orchid blooms, creating contrast between movement and stillness.
You can place these anywhere since palms won't poison curious pets. Try orchids at different heights around the palm's base for displays that draw eyes upward.
Your palm grows tall rather than wide, leaving floor space for multiple orchid placements below. Both use self-watering systems, so you're not juggling different watering schedules.
Morning light works best for this combination, though both tolerate less-than-ideal conditions well. Position your display where soft light reaches both the palm and the orchid.
Money trees add sculptural interest
Braided Money Tree trunks bring architectural elements that orchids lack naturally. The glossy compound leaves contrast beautifully with the orchid petals' delicate texture.
Large Money Trees anchor room corners while orchids occupy nearby surfaces at different levels. Tables, shelves, and stands around the tree create a plant zone without crowding.
Money Trees tolerate the same indirect light that orchids prefer for easy placement together. Both thrive in spots away from heating vents and direct afternoon sun exposure.
Group three orchids around one Money Tree for balanced visual weight and vary orchid colors for an interesting display.
Snake plants provide dramatic contrast
Golden and Green Snake Plants offer vertical lines that create structure behind or beside softer orchid forms.
Large Snake Plants work as bookends for orchid collections displayed on credenzas or mantels. Their height draws eyes upward before orchid blooms bring focus back down.
Snake Plants thrive on minimal water, perfectly matching easyplant's self-watering system that prevents overwatering. Both plants prefer less frequent watering to constantly wet soil that rots roots.
Green varieties disappear into backgrounds while golden-edged types catch light in dim corners. Mix both to add depth without pulling attention from your orchid blooms entirely.
Rubber plants ground larger displays
Huge Rubber Plants establish a presence in rooms where multiple orchids might feel scattered otherwise. The broad, glossy leaves provide visual weight that anchors lighter orchid arrangements.
Position Rubber Plants in floor planters with orchids on surrounding surfaces at eye level. This arrangement creates layers that viewers discover gradually rather than seeing everything immediately.
Burgundy-tinged Rubber Plant leaves make white and pink orchids appear more vibrant nearby. Green varieties work better with purple or yellow orchids to avoid color competition.
One Rubber Plant supports groupings of four to six orchids. Space orchids asymmetrically around the larger plant for natural-looking arrangements instead of rigid symmetry.
ZZ plants fill middle spaces
Medium ZZ Plants bridge size gaps between tiny orchids and huge statement plants effectively. Their waxy leaves catch light differently than orchid petals, adding textural variety.
Low-light tolerance makes ZZ Plants perfect for spots where orchids barely receive enough illumination. Both plants work well in offices or bedrooms with limited natural light availability.
The slow growth rate means your arrangement stays proportional for months without rearranging. Orchids may bloom and fade while ZZ Plants maintain a consistent appearance year-round.
Place ZZ Plants slightly behind orchids to create depth without blocking the view entirely. The dark green creates shadows that make pale orchid blooms appear to float.
Ferns soften hard edges
Easyplant's selection includes ferns that drape gracefully around more structured orchid displays. The fronds move with air currents, bringing life to static arrangements.
Boston Ferns work well hung above orchid collections on tables or stands. Trailing fronds frame the scene below without interfering with individual plant appreciation.
Pet-safe ferns mean grouping plants freely in homes with cats or dogs present. Animals can investigate without risk while you enjoy unrestricted decorating options throughout rooms.
Monstera adds tropical drama
Large Monstera Deliciosa leaves dwarf orchid blooms, making the flowers appear more precious. The split leaves create negative space that highlights whatever sits nearby.
Place Monstera in corners with orchids on pedestals reaching toward the divided leaves. The arrangement suggests jungle settings where both plant types might grow naturally.
Young Monstera plants work better than mature specimens to avoid overwhelming smaller orchids. Choose medium sizes that won't outgrow the space within months of purchase.
One Monstera supports displays of up to eight orchids around it. Use varying heights and distances to prevent the arrangement from feeling too calculated.
Combining multiple support plants
Layered displays using several easyplant varieties create professional-looking interior landscapes. Start with one huge plant, add two large plants, then position your orchids.
Odd numbers of each plant type look more natural than paired arrangements. Three orchids, one palm, and one Snake Plant create better flow than even numbers.
Consider sight lines from room entrances when positioning taller plants behind shorter ones - viewers should discover new elements as they move through the space.
Repetition of container styles unifies diverse plant shapes into cohesive displays. Easyplant's coordinated planters make this easier than mixing various pot styles.
Start your orchid showcase
Easyplant's varied indoor plant selection lets you experiment with different plant combinations easily. Self-watering technology across the range means unified care despite mixing multiple species.
Begin with one statement plant and two orchids to learn what works. Expand gradually as you discover which textures and heights create the most impact.
Browse our plant bundles to purchase multiple specimens together.
