If you like plants in your home or office but don’t have the time to care for them, go for the artificial variety. Silk plants such as flowers and miniature trees are cool and neat embellishments to any area. With their realistic appearance, they easily add beauty and color, and cheer up a drab place.

An artificial bonsai tree is an excellent decorative plant. Its tiny proportions enhance rather than dominate and the life-like green leaves provide a relaxing sight. The Cedar Bonsai and the Japanese Ficus are two examples. There are 16-inch, 24-inch and 36-inch versions of these lovable bonsais, and all come in cute but practical pots.