It's spring, nature is reborn, and we want it to be everywhere, including in our homes. In addition to the bouquet of flowers you buy at the local florist, you can enjoy the colours and scents of many plants and flowers. But which ones do you prefer (apart from your own taste)?

First, choose according to orientation

Unless you plan to invest in daylight bulbs and a timer, you should first consider the orientation of your home when choosing plants. It's no secret that your plants will need natural light more than your green thumb, especially in the case of flowering plants. In rooms with north-facing windows, choose plants that need less light than others, such as dracaena, asparagus or pothos. The latter is also a good air purifier. In the south, large green plants such as ficus or beaucarnéa will flourish. Tropical plants appreciate the eastern orientation, thanks to the mild morning sun and the cooling of the late afternoon. Finally, with plenty of light but no direct sun, west-facing rooms will appeal to flowering plants.

Plants adapted to your different rooms

Flowers and plants are usually placed in the living room and dining room. In this case, and therefore depending on the light, the choice is vast. Decorating tip: just remember to vary the height. In other rooms of the house, on the other hand, you will have to pay attention to the conditions. In the bathroom, for example, orchids, ferns, tropical plants and carnivorous plants will thrive in this warm, humid atmosphere. In the kitchen, you can add a gourmet touch with fruit plants, apple tree or chilli pepper. In a bedroom, opt for an intimate atmosphere with pastel shades for flowers or green plants, but that's not enough: one or two are more than enough.

Watch out for Medor and Minet!

If you have pets at home, a few precautions are necessary. Some plants are toxic to dogs and/or cats. Azalea, autumn colchicum, yew, rhododendron, lily of the valley, oleander, cyclamen and other bonsai plants should be avoided: these plants and flowers are potentially fatal for your pets! In the family of flowers causing poisoning, but with less serious effects, we find tulip, narcissus, iris, daffodil and philodendron. In reality, the lists are much longer. Ask your vet, for example, before you give your home a spring-like appearance.