House plants are a tried and true way to freshen up any space, and our most recent source of inspiration on this front comes from none other than Martha Stewart's Bedford home.
As seen on Instagram, Martha's Cantitoe Corners property features a tranquil yet luxe entryway, thanks to an antique wood table decorated with indoor succulents.
The varieties include a variegated string of hearts and a pencil cactus, all of which add dimension and greenery to the neutral hallway (not to mention complement the gold mirror). Following her example is a simple way to upgrade a forgotten, hard-to-decorate area of your entryway, whether your space is on the same scale as Cantitoe Corners or not.
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If you can't choose between succulent options, this would be my go-to solution. A treasure trove of mini succulents you can pot up individually, or add to a terrarium. They also make amazing little gifts when combined with a ceramic container.
The Dracaena captivates with long, narrow, spiky leaves in dark green edged with reddish-purple, forming striking tufts atop a woody cane. Hardy and low-maintenance, it thrives in minimal light and water, making it a vibrant, effortless accent for any entryway.
This artisan-quality planter has an organic shape and feel to add some texture and interest to any fireplace corner, entryway, or patio. Just add your favorite greenery and enjoy a Martha-inspired aesthetic.
This accent wall mirror brings a hint of elegance to your home with its scalloped edge design and weathered finish. Crafted from glass with a metal frame, this mirror can be hung horizontally or vertically, offering versatility to suit your entryway, the Martha way.
Unique and low-maintenance, these live succulents come secured in a ceramic pot that matches any decor. Whether placed on your desk, windowsill, or as part of an indoor garden, they'll always look delightful.
Perfect for storing cactuses, this terracotta planter is one of the most versatile containers you can choose. It looks perfect by a fireplace while also making a Spanish Revival statement in your entryway, living space, or even on your porch.
Gardening experts say that the placement of these plants is what makes them so aesthetically pleasing, as well as long-lasting.
'This is a timeless arrangement of some of the best succulents,' Tenielle Jordison, Gardens content editor at Homes & Gardens, explains. 'The clay pots are a nod to the semi-arid and hot native environments of plants like pencil cactus (in the middle) and string of hearts (to the right).'
Tenielle points to the dynamic assortment of plant shapes and sizes as a successful styling secret. 'One of the best parts of using a mix of succulents like this is the range of shapely foliage and interesting silhouettes, which Virginia has taken advantage of to create a symmetrical look, pleasing to the eye,' she says.
'A bonus: they all have similar light and water needs, so pairing them together is beneficial for maintaining an optimal environment for healthy growth.'
Try mixing and matching different clay pots to further enhance the visual intrigue. This classic, round planter from Wayfair has a Spanish Revival feel, while this ceramic planter from McGee & Co is a fantastic option to coincide with antique furniture, like Martha's. This is one of her easiest corners to replicate, and the result is utterly timeless.
