Silk tree - Silk trees are beautiful imposters
Could that beautiful and lush tree you admired at a friend's home, or at a restaurant, actually be a silk tree? There is a very good chance. Incredibly life-like silk trees are economical and require no maintenance. That is why they are quickly replacing the real thing.
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No doubt you have admired the heartiness and grandeur of a beautiful indoor tree, and probably wondered what the secret is to the caretaker's success.
Chances are the impressive Ficus or Bamboo was actually a silk tree . The indoor, climate controlled environments within homes and offices today just can not support healthy growth from a live plant. But the fact is that there are rooms that could do with the aesthetic beauty of greenery. A room can be virtually transformed by only one silk tree . Additionally, studies have proven that people feel more relaxed in the natural setting created by plants and flowers. No doubt you have felt this yourself.
Decorating with a silk tree
A silk plant is one of the most versatile decorating tools you will have. They are light weight and can be easily moved as your design mood changes. A bare and lifeless corner will be rejuvenated with an elegant silk Oak or a colorful silk Lilac. Another creative use for silk plants is as a divider. Particularly in a loft apartment, two or more stately silk Bamboo trees beautifully separate a living room from a dining room without making the space feel closed in. There is really no limit to the ways you can use a silk tree in your home or office.
Some of the most popular silk trees are the Ficus, Bamboo, Floss and Mimosa. They work well with any décor from traditional to contemporary. And most people are familiar with their live counterparts. However, more exotic varieties such as the Cotton, Lilac and Bonsai have burst on to the scene and are quickly gaining popularity as silk tree buyers become more plant savvy.
A great trick for adding volume to a silk tree that is in a location with no other furniture around it is to add greenery to the pot. A statuesque silk Ficus is great on its own, but fill its pot with some lush silk plants such as ivy, and it can hold its own in any room. The sheer volume of greenery creates a lush green sculpture.
Caring for your silk tree
Although your silk tree is virtually maintenance free. Keep in mind that you can extend its life by keeping it out of direct sunlight that will fade its leaves and flowers.
After a while, you may notice a little dust on your leaves. No problem. Cleaning them is quick and easy. For a quick fix, and light dust, pull out the blow dryer. Use the cool setting, and with just a few bursts of air, the dust will come right off. If the plant is on the smaller side, simply remove it from the container if you can. Then place approximately one to two cups of table salt in a large paper grocery bag. Depending on the size of the plant, you may need more or less. Then gently place your plant inside the paper bag, roll the top down a couple of times and then shake the bag. The salt works as an abrasive and will gently scrub the dust from the petals and leaves. Gently shake the plant a bit as you take it out of the paper bag to remove any excess salt. You can save the bag of salt for another time. It should last for several cleanings.
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