Green is the new black

FORGET the Eames Lounge by Charles and Ray Eames, or the Artichoke pendant light from Louis Poulsen. The latest must-have item for the home isn't iconic designer furniture, but potted plants.

As homeowners have been spending longer hours at home since the start of the pandemic last year, they are increasingly seeing the need to add some greens to their space.

Instead of spending money on new bags and shoes, shopping for plants has become the latest fashion accessory to "add to cart".