If you are planning on adding in grow lights, you have a lot of options. If you do not plan on adding lights, you are going to want to stick to the indirect or low light plants. You might be able to add in a mirror on the wall that butts the window to bounce more light in there.

You could add in a table or stands for plants. Or add brackets and have some hanging plants. You might want to add in a waterproof mat for under it all in case of spills.

Do you have pets or children? If so, you may need to choose your plants and how you keep them according to them.

Thank you for the helpful suggestions! I can definitely add grow lights that don’t require electricity. As for pets, I do have a dog, but he’s very well-mannered and doesn’t go near the plants, so that’s not a concern.

I would love more detailed advice on the types of plants, how to arrange them, and where to place them for the best effect. What designs or layouts would you recommend to create a lush and cohesive look? I’m open to any specific ideas, whether it’s about hanging plants, tables, or stands, and I’d really appreciate more guidance on how to bring everything together.

Thanks in advance for your help!

“ Grow lights without electricity “ is kind of a non/ starter. Yes, battery- powered lights exist, but I don’t think have the hours of operation or intensity needed for indoor plants.

I’m not raining on your plan, just thinking you really will need to specialize in low- light plants, which actually need more light than often provided, to do well.

There are probably some good houseplant enthusiasts who can weigh in, but I’ll plod on:

Aim to map what natural light comes in via window, and when. Maybe put some “ placeholder” boxes or pots in the sunbeams & see how much time they get. I take photos of such areas at different times of day to keep track, for planning.

You might get a better effect buy using just a few larger plants in the best areas. Add height by placing one or 2 in a stand, or on a riser.

Identify your design aesthetic — is it vintage, MCM, old English, industrial-/ insofar as guiding planters and any non- plant furnishings . Plus since I think “ plant jungle” may be tough to achieve, you might augment with a few well- chosen “ garden” - theme decor items- pottery, a ceramic garden stool, a sculpture. Art on the wall. Again, spend some time to noodle on your decor style.

You can search for inspo pics using various related prompts and you’ll get good ideas.

You will need to figure out how you will protect your floors while still getting a nice look. So what is flooring? Pots within waterproof cachepots helps, though it’s important not to have the inner pot sitting in water. So think how you’ll do your watering. Actual stone or ceramic large cache pots are heavy; plastic is light & waterproof but can look really tacky ( easier in modern look) but I keep an eye out for the best faux renditions, or use some nicer terra cotta or ceramics for smaller plants.

If you have a sunnier indoor area elsewhere, sometimes you can rotate plants.

Thank you for such thoughtful advice and insights! I really appreciate the time you took to guide me.

I love a modern look, so I’ll definitely focus on planters and decor that align with that style. As for watering, I plan to place something at the bottom of the pot to elevate the plant, ensuring it doesn’t sit in water. I’ll also look into waterproof cachepots that complement a sleek, modern aesthetic.

Your suggestion about mapping natural light is fantastic—I’ll still observe how light falls throughout the day, but I do have two windows, and there’s plenty of light in the space. I’m optimistic this will give me flexibility in choosing plants.

I like the idea of using a few larger plants for impact and will explore stands or risers to add height. I’ll also think about incorporating garden-themed decor items to enhance the space. However, I’d love more specific suggestions on how to decorate the plants and arrange the space to achieve a cohesive, complete look that aligns with my modern style.

If you have any recommendations for plants that thrive in this type of lighting or tips for finding quality faux cachepots, I’d also love to hear them!

Thanks again for your help—this is all incredibly useful.

Best regards,
Nariman

Your plants don't all have to sit in direct sunlight in the window. Sketch out your area and which parts get direct sunlight for how many hours in the day, and which parts get indirect sunlight and how bright it is.

I'd personally rather see fewer plants that are larger than a whole smattering of tiny plants. Focus on a variety of volumes - bushy vs upright, different leaf sizes and textures, different heights, and different hues.

Get simple white, terracotta, grey, and black pots. The focus should be your plants, not the containers.

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