From a restaurant to an Instagram-worthy, inviting indoor space; adding greenery to restaurants has been proven to have many significant advantages. For example, a splash of green can help to increase the aesthetic, not only drawing in more customers but also helping to keep the air clean! From small potted plants to selfie walls, live or artificial greenery can remove several relatively harmful and common chemicals such as carbon monoxide, benzene and formaldehyde.

The use of artificial planting is easy to maintain as well as adding a pleasant visual element to your restaurant! Incorporating the plant life into your restaurant also absorbs noise, creating a perfect place to eat and talk!

Worried about what plant style to go for? Our designers at Oasis are here to give you advice. From floral arrangements, hanging plants, live walls or table centrepieces, we have you covered! Working with some of the top restaurants, such as Menagerie, all our experience will help you to create the most eye-catching designs within budget.
Here are our top picks for what you should put in your indoor space

Whether it be a bulkhead or low ceiling, these two are some of the most luxury and popular spaces in their area. These two projects were designed and installed by Oasis after planning and collaborating with the customers to include their ideas.
Hanging ceiling plants can help to make the restaurant seem bigger and less crowded when at the busiest. This planting can also help to relieve anxiety and boost creativity as well as being impressive indoor décor!

The Best Plants For Restaurants

Choosing the perfect plants to enhance your restaurant involves a thoughtful selection process that considers not only the visual appeal but also the practicality of maintenance and the specifics of the environment. Opting for resilient options like snake plants, pothos, or zz plants ensures longevity and easy care, ideal for the hustle and bustle of a dining environment.

Succulents and air plants provide an opportunity for creative displays, adding a modern and fresh touch to the decor without demanding much attention. Incorporating herbs not only contributes to the aesthetic appeal but also offers a functional aspect by providing fresh ingredients for culinary creations. Additionally, ferns thrive in areas with higher humidity, making them perfect for kitchens or spaces with moisture.

Orchids, though requiring a bit more attention, bring sophistication and elegance to tabletops or designated display areas. By carefully selecting plants that harmonise with the restaurant’s atmosphere and require minimal upkeep, brand identity can be displayed in a unique and creative way.

An Inviting Indoor Space

The addition of plants can contribute to a long-lasting first impression and subsequent dining experience. A touch of greenery and nature, paired with top-notch dishes, will compel clients to repeat clients and recommend the restaurant to their friends and family.

Greening up your restaurant’s indoor and outdoor spaces adds depth, texture, and that pop of colour that complements the restaurant’s interior decor. Use plants to create a focal point in your restaurant, such as a statement plant or a green wall, if you’d like to know more about our green walls take a look here.

Another great option for restaurant plant ideas is the inclusion of ceiling plants. Hanging ceiling plants can help to make the restaurant seem bigger and less crowded when at the busiest. This planting can also help to relieve anxiety and boost creativity as well as being impressive indoor décor!

No wonder this is the restaurant of choice for many celebrities dining in Manchester! This star-studded restaurant and bar has many types of greenery incorporated into their design. These show-stopping designs have attracted more customers, as well as creating a therapeutic effect. You may have seen their moss wall and neon sign on Instagram!

Considerations for Lighting and Temperature

When choosing plants for a restaurant, consider the lighting and temperature to ensure they thrive and enhance the ambience. Assess the natural light in different areas; south-facing windows provide the most light, while north-facing windows offer the least. Choose plants based on their light needs: succulents and cacti for bright light, and ferns and philodendrons for low light. Use full-spectrum grow lights if natural light is insufficient, and regulate light exposure with timers.

Maintain a consistent temperature between 18°C to 24°C (65°F to 75°F), protecting plants from drafts and sudden changes. Tropical plants like orchids thrive in warmer conditions, while hardy plants such as a snake plant or a zz plant tolerate cooler temperatures. Increase humidity for tropical plants using humidifiers or pebble trays and ensure good air circulation.

Group plants with similar needs together, regularly check for stress signs and rotate them for even light exposure. For low light and low maintenance, consider zz plants, snake plants, and pothos. For medium to bright light, Spider plants, Peace Lilies, and Fiddle Leaf Figs are ideal. High-humidity plants like Bromeliads add a tropical touch. These considerations will help create a thriving, attractive environment that enhances your restaurant’s dining experience.

What We’ve Done Before

Worried about what plant style to go for? Our designers at Oasis are here to give you advice. From our floral arrangements, hanging plants, live walls or table centrepieces, we have you covered! Working with some of the top restaurants, all our experience will help you to create the most eye-catching designs within budget.

If you’d like to have a look at our work and what we’ve had the pleasure of doing before, take a look at our hospitality page and our extensive collection of past projects incorporating our plants and walls so that you can get an idea of what our team can offer your business. We’ve worked with some of the biggest and most respected brands, helping to elevate their brand and aesthetics.

“Our terraces have been transformed by the planting provided by Oasis!” – Iberica.
This client wanted us to help reflect their Spanish dining theme, which we successfully did with the help of several exterior troughs. This type of planting helped to create a more spacious feeling when sitting outdoors, instead of putting up walls to make the area more crowded and boxed in.

What’s better than a logo? A logo made of plants! This store in London combined their signature product – trainers – with their logo to create a spectacular piece on their wall. Another advantage of the trend-setting plants is that they are an attraction for social media posts, drawing more customers to your place!