Forest Greens
This season’s shades of sage and fab foliage are bound to bring the feelgood factor, here are 13 ways to work the freshest forest greens into your home.
We’ve been favouring green in interiors for some time now – and this must-have hue is right on cue this season, with all those gorgeous green shoots emerging outdoors.
And who can resist bringing a touch of nature-inspired calm into their home? From sage green and leafy ferns to trailing foliage, these freshly picked homewares will make your space feel fresh and spring-like in a cinch.
Here’s our pick of the best decorative evergreens to shop right now…
1. Tapered Green Glass Bud Vase €4.81, visit heavenlyhomesandgardens.co.uk
Bud vases are the easiest way to get the best from your blooms – not only do they love a short spray, they can cope well with wilted flowers too. This apple-green one ticks all the right botanical boxes.
2. Brilliant Buddha Head with Succulent, available in Female and Male €32 each, visit joebrowns.co.uk
Just in case your plant prowess needs a helping hand, these gorgeous his ’n’ hers Buddha head planters come with a charming faux succulent in two different designs.
3. Sage Green Linen Floral Drum Lampshade €72.19, visit helenround.com
This linen lampshade from the Garden Collection by Helen Round features a hand printed floral design, from our Garden Collection, the perfect way to add a unique splash of colour to your living space. The lampshade fabric is made of pure linen.
4. Verdi Garden Tea Trolley €150.09 (reduced), visit cuckooland.com
When it’s time to wheel out the garden trolley, this one has enough storage space for wine, gin and an ice bucket – if teatime celebrations run into happy hour.
5. Tuiss Kentia Linen Leaf Roman Blind from €35.50, visit blinds2go.ie
When you’re really after a spring refresh and want to create a courtyard garden in your kitchen, these leaf print roller blinds let in just the right measure of daylight for your indoor oasis.
6. Sage Advice Emulsion and Eggshell Paint €60.15, visit dowsingandreynolds.com
Dowsing and Reynolds Sage Advice is a muted green paint that has a calming effect when added to an interior space. It offers a warm hug if you will. A sophisticated and contemporary colour, Sage Advice is perfect for both new and period style properties.
7. Green and White Aztec Bone Frame €30.03, visit grahamandgreen.co.uk
For a small flash of green, try conjuring an exotic scene inside this Aztec inspired frame, such as a parrot postcard or print.
8. Single Sheepskin Rug in Sage €96.13, visit baastool.co.uk
It’s always exciting to unearth new pieces, especially when it’s something sumptuous for underfoot. This beautiful sage green rug can also be draped over a chair or sofa for a super calming visual effect.
9. Simeon Woven Striped Green Cotton Runner Rug €83.51(other items from a selection), visit oliverbonas.com
This gorgeous geometric striped green runner lends itself to a garden room or hallway, and with a pale pink border at either end, it can be teamed with blush pink cushions for a tasteful aesthetic.
10. Lowdown Sage Locker €287.43, visit mustardmade.com
The Lowdown locker is your new favourite tv unit, console or office storage. Perfectly proportioned to make the most of that alcove but works just as well next to a bed, so seriously versatile. The cable holes in the back are perfect for all those messy television cables and chargers so you can keep them neatly tucked away.
11. Tallavera Wallpaper (Seville Collection) Cole & Son, Rose & Spring Greens on Terracotta €185.02 per roll, visit limelace.co.uk
The great thing about a wonder wall of beautiful blooms, once you’ve hung your favourite bouquet, it’s a low-maintenance centrepiece from there on in. With its Spanish influence, this Seville collection is a fast-track to a suntrap of your own.
12. Sophie Allport Trees Table Runner €33.69, Trees Napkins (Set of 4) €21.06 visit sophieallport.com
Inspired by Sophie's love of nature and visiting parks and woodlands, this beautiful design features her enchanting oak and pine trees on a pale moss green ground. This lovely table runner and napkin set are sure to make a magnificent statement to any table setting, bringing the great outdoors in.
13. Forest Green Bedtime Bundle in Stonewashed French Flax from €278, visit pigletinbed.com
Luxe linen in a gorgeous green not only looks fresh, but keeps you cool in the summer and comfortable in cooler months. Pair with crisp whites for contrast, or go all-out green and style with the beautifully soft Baa sheepskin rug in sage green for extra wow factor.
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