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Interiorscaping is the art of designing and arranging indoor plants to enhance interior spaces aesthetically and functionally. It improves air quality, reduces stress, and brings nature indoors for a more inviting environment.
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- 1. Dr. M. Kumaresan(Hort.) Floriculture and Landscaping Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies (VISTAS) Pallavaram, Chennai - 600117 Interiorscaping
- 2. Introduction • Interiorscaping isthe art and science of selecting, placing, and maintaining landscape elements to improve and enhance the appearance of the indoor environment. • With the growing number of people living in apartments now, the significance of interiorscaping is growing in leaps and bounds. • Indoor plants are widely used in homes and commercial buildings such as offices, restaurants and shopping malls. • They help us stay in touch with nature and in a sense, “bring the outside indoors.”
- 3. History Egyptians and Mesopotamians:Early forms of indoor gardening were seen in ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. These civilizations cultivated plants in enclosed courtyards and atriums. Romans: The Romans advanced interior scaping with their use of atriums and peristyles, integrating greenery into their homes and public buildings for decorative and practical purposes. Victorian Era: The 19th century, especially during the Victorian era, witnessed a surge in the popularity of indoor plants. Conservatories and glasshouses became fashionable, allowing the wealthy to cultivate exotic plants indoors.
- 4. Office Environments: The1960s and 1970s saw the emergence of interior landscaping in corporate settings. Companies began incorporating plants into office designs to improve the work environment and employee well-being Biophilic Design: This approach seeks to connect building occupants more closely to nature, incorporating natural elements like plants, water features, and natural light into interior spaces. Today: Growing awareness of environmental issues and the importance of mental and physical health has led to a renewed interest in interior scaping. History
- 5. Key features ofInteriorscaping Plant Selection: Choosing the right plants that thrive in indoor conditions, considering factors like light, humidity, and temperature Container and Planter Design: Selecting stylish containers that complement the interior decor while providing adequate support and drainage for the plants. Placement and Arrangement: Strategically positioning plants to maximize visual appeal and ensure they receive appropriate light and care Maintenance: Regular care, including watering, pruning, fertilizing, and pest control, to keep the plants healthy and attractive. Thematic Design: Creating specific themes or focal points, such as vertical gardens, living walls, or themed plant displays, to enhance the ambiance of the space.
- 6. Types or waysof interior scaping • Live walls (or) vertical garden • Pot planting • Courtyards • Window gardens • Hanging gardens • Desk and tabletop gardens
- 7. Living Walls (GreenWalls) : Vertical structures covered with plants. Use soil or hydroponic systems. Can be installed indoors to create a striking visual and air-purifying feature. Container gardening: Plants grown in pots, containers, or planters. Suitable for homes, offices, and public buildings. Courtyards: Large open spaces within buildings filled with plants. Often used in commercial and public buildings. Provide natural light and ventilation, enhancing the indoor environment. Window planting: Plants arranged on or near windowsills. Utilize natural light effectively. Ideal for small spaces and apartments. Types or ways of interior scaping
- 8. Terrariums: Small, enclosedglass containers with plants. Create mini-ecosystems. Low-maintenance and decorative Hanging gardens: Plants suspended from the ceiling or mounted on walls. Save floor space and add a unique aesthetic. Suitable for homes, cafes, and offices. Desk and Tabletop Gardens: Small plants or arrangements placed on desks and tables. Enhance workspace aesthetics and improve air quality. Ideal for personal workspaces and offices. Types or ways of interior scaping
- 9. Environmental factors inindoor gardening Light, water, temperature, humidity, ventilation and air flow are the chief factors affecting plant growth indoors. Light • House plants are normally shade loving plants • Bright, but diffused light in a balcony or near a window also is a shady place and darkish corner on the staircase is also a shady place. • Shade loving plants need bright-diffused light and not the dark places. • Most shade loving plants will thrive if tender direct sunlight is available to them in early mornings or in the evenings • In open spaces too, where bright sunlight is available, the shade loving plants can be grown, but under shade nets or under coloured plastic sheets
- 10. Classification of indoorplants based on light requirements S. No. Category Light requirement (lux) Common examples Minimum requirement Requirement for good growth 1. Low 750 1,000 - 2,000 Peace lily Heart-leaf philodendron Cast-iron plant 2. Medium 1,000 - 1,500 2,000 - 5,000 African violet Boston fern Dumb cane 3. High 1,500 - 5,000 5000 - 10000 Weeping fig English ivy Schefflera 4. Very high 10000 10000+ Hibiscus Rex begonia Geranium In general, the minimum light availability should be about 1000 lux for 12 hours per day to maintain plant quality in indoor plants.
- 11. Positioning / placementof indoor plants to suit light requirements Category Suitable places Low In northern exposures, Several feet away from eastern exposures. Medium Eastern exposures, Within several feet of the light sources High Near windows / glass doors with western / southern, Exposures Very high In sunrooms / greenhouses
- 12. • Artificial lightingis widely used to supplement or replace natural light • Many indoor plants grow well under artificial light provided by fluorescent lamps or special incandescent lights • A large variety of fluorescent lamps are available • Generally, ordinary incandescent lamps are not recommended for plants, as plants placed under them tend to stretch or become “leggy.” • It is possible to make up for lack of sufficient light by increasing the time or duration that the plant is exposed to light. • Sixteen hours of light and eight hours of darkness are satisfactory for most plants. • An electric timer can be used to ensure the correct cycle eachday. Artificial lighting
- 13. Light requirements ofsome common indoor plants A. Low Light (1000 lux) Botanical Name Common Name Aglaonema commutatum Silver evergreen Aglaonema commutatum cv. Silver King Silver king evergreen Aglaonema modestum Chinese evergreen Aspidistra elatior Cast-iron plant Aspidistra elatior cv. Variegata Variegated cast-iron plant Chamaedorea elegans Parlour palm Epipremnum aureum Golden pothos Epipremnum aureum cv. Marble Queen Marble queen pothos Monstera deliciosa Split-leaf philodendron Sansevieria trifasciata Snake plant Sansevieria trifasciata cv. Laurentii Sansevieria
- 14. Medium light (1000to 1500 lux) Botanical Name Common Name Asparagus densiflorus cv. Myers Plume asparagus Asparagus densiflorus cv. Sprengeri Sprengeri asparagus Asparagus setaceus Fern asparagus Aucuba japonica cv. Variegata Gold-dust plant Brassaia actinophylla Schefflera Brassaia arboricola Dwarf schefflera Caryota mitis Fishtail palm Chamaedorea erumpens Bamboo plant Chlorophytum comosum cv. Variegatum Spider plant Cissusrhom bifolia Grape ivy Dieffenbachia amoena Giant dumbcane Dieffenbachia maculate Spotted dumbcane Dizygothecae legantissima False aralia Dracaena deremensis cv. Warneckii Striped dracaena Dracaena fragrans cv. Massangeana Corn plant Dracaena godseffiana Gold-dust dracaena
- 15. Medium light (1000to 1500 lux) Botanical Name Common Name Dracaena fragrans cv. Massangeana Corn plant Dracaena godseffiana Gold-dust dracaena Dracaena marginata Red-margined dracaena Dracaena sanderana Ribbon plant Fatsia japonica Japanese fatsia Ficusbenjamina Weeping fig Ficus elastic cv. Decora India rubber plant Ficus lyrata Fiddle-leaf fig Ficus retusa Indian laurel Gynura aurantiaca Velvet plant Hedera helix and cultivars English ivy Howea forsterana Kentia palm Maranta leuconeura cv. Erythroneura Red-veined prayer plant
- 16. Medium light (1000to 1500 lux) Botanical Name Common Name Peperomia caperata Emerald ripple peperomia Peperomia obtusifolia Oval-leaf peperomia Philodendron bipennifolium Fiddle-leaf philodendron Philodendron scandens subsp. Oxycardium Heart-leaf philodendron Philodendron selloum Tree philodendron Pilea cadierei Aluminum plant Pilea involucrate Friendship plant Plectranthusaustralis Swedish ivy Polysciasbal fouriana cv. Marginata Variegated aralia Saint paulia species, hybrids and cultivars African violet Spathiphyllum spp Peace lily Syngonium podophyllum Syngonium Tradescantia fluminensis Inch plant Zebrina pendula Wandering jew
- 17. High light (1500to 10000 lux) Botanical Name Common Name Aloe barbadensis Aloe vera Alternanthera ficoidea Joseph’s coat Aphelandra squarrosa Zebra plant Araucaria heterophylla Norfolk island pine Beaucarnea recurvate Ponytail palm Cissus antarctica Kangaroo vine Coleus blumei Coleus Cordyline terminalis Ti plant Crassula argentea Jade plant Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Chinese hibiscus Hoya carnosa Wax plant Iresine lindenii Blood leaf iresine Podocarpus gracilior Weeping pododarpus Polyscias fruticosa Aralia Schlum bergera cv. Bridgesii Christmas cactus Sedum morganianum Sedum
- 18. Common name Botanicalname Usage Snake plant Dracaena trifasciata Absorbs various VOCs Spider plant Chlorophytum comosum Eliminate xylene and formaldehyde Lucky bamboo Dracaena sanderiana Aesthetic pleasure Weeping fig Ficus benjamina Clears xylene Areca palm Dypsis lutescens Absorbs formaldehyde Boston Fern Nephrolepis exaltata Sucks toxic VOCs Baby Rubber Plant Peperomia obtusifolia Flowers helps in destress Pothos Epipremnum aureum Absorbs xylene, toleune, benzene Flamingo lily Anthurium andraeanum Reduces ammonia conc. Grape ivy Cissus rhombifolia Maintains oxygen level Croton Codiaeum variegatum Colors soothes mind Indoor plants as per Indian subcontinent
- 19. Snake plant (Dracaenatrifasciata) Spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum) Lucky bamboo (Dracaena sanderiana) Weeping fig (Ficus benjamina)
- 20. Areca palm (Dypsislutescens) Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) Baby Rubber (Peperomia obtusifolia) Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)
- 21. Flamingo lily (Anthuriumandraeanum) Grape ivy (Cissus rhombifolia) Croton (Codiaeum variegatum) Ti plant (Cordyline terminalis)
- 22. Jade plant (Crassulaovata) Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum) Zz Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) Swiss cheese (Monstera deliciosa)
- 23. Benefits of Interiorscaping •Gardening as a therapy - this exercise brings peace to our soul and enhances brain activity. • Air Quality enhancement - Increased oxygen level results in oxygen rich blood which further improves concentration and healthy mind. • Eco-friendly - It contributes in maintaining the sustainability of our planet. Decrease in the air pollution and less intake of poullted substances. • Aesthetic appeal - the plants help in reduction of background noise and create a tranquil environment. They helps to reduce stress and tension which results in better mental well being. • Noise Reduction: Certain plants can help absorb sound, reducing ambient noise levels and creating a quieter environment.
- 24. Demerits of Interiorscaping MaintenanceRequirements: Indoor plants require regular care, including watering, pruning, and pest control, which can be time-consuming. Cost: Initial setup costs for quality plants, containers, and accessories can be high. Ongoing maintenance can also incur costs. Space Constraints: Not all indoor spaces can accommodate large plants or elaborate setups, limiting design options Pests and Diseases: Indoor plants can attract pests or develop diseases, which might spread to other plants or even affect indoor air quality. Light Requirements: Many indoor plants need specific light conditions, which might necessitate artificial lighting or limit placement options. Water Damage: Overwatering or poor drainage can lead to water damage on floors or furniture, especially if not properly managed.