This post is all about the best botanical forest bedroom ideas.
If you’re into spaces that make you feel like you are in the middle of a lush forest, this post is for you.
A botanical forest bedroom is certain to give you this feeling. This aesthetic is growing in popularity right now, and could be just what you need to try next.
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What Is A Botanical Forest Bedroom?
The botanical forest theme is characterised by a generous use of plants, faux or real, to cultivate an incredibly green space.
Natural materials such as wood are used in abundance, often along with complementing colours such as navy or mustard.
With a botanical forest bedroom theme, you can bring all the healing and grounding properties of nature into your bedroom.
Below I’ve broken down a bunch of vital ideas to help you bring this theme to life.
Botanical Forest Bedroom Ideas
1. Vines
Have faux or real vines draping from your headboard, shelves, or cabinets. This will definitely create a lush overgrown forest vibe.
The vines are also perfect for layering with fairy lights. I’d really recommend going for trailing Pothos, ivy or eucalyptus garlands.
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2. Massive House Plants
I’d argue you can’t create the perfect forest vibe without at least one massive plant. Go faux if you don’t have green fingers. Monstera is a popular choice, but fiddle leaf fig is a solid choice too.
Place them in a woven basket or neutral tone ceramic pot for a natural rustic feel. Their big size will also help bring a nice dimension to the room.
3. Shelves and wooden crates
The perfect way to display your smal plants and vines especially would be with a floating shelf.
Try to install a few rustic shelves above your bed and let trailing plants drape from them.
Or, repurpose wooden crates, stack them together, and drape plants there. This is sure to make the greenery feel layered throughout the room.
4. Rustic Wood Furniture
I think it’s essential to incorporate as much wood in this theme as possible. Choose weathered finishes for your bedside tables and stools.
Good thing second hand or vintage furniture often comes in these finishes, so you can create this look on a budget.
5. Dark Green, Navy, or Brown Bedding
Though neutral and white shades do work with this theme, I suggest darker shades.
A dark green,navy or brown linen bedding set would be perfect.
It would provide a needed depth, mirroring the floor of a dense forest. Don’t forget to add plenty of throws and cushions for extra coziness.
6. Canopy or Sheer Curtains
Create a canopy around your bed or use sheer curtains around your windows.
Doing this, you’ll cultivate the perfect cozy feel, much like glamping in the wild.
Light filters through beautifully as well similar to the sunrays spilling through treetops. You could pair fairy lights here as well.
7. Jars with Plants on a Windowsill
Another genius idea is to line your windowsill with recycled jars filled with small potted plants.
This brings greenery into the light and feels like your room is growing from the edges inward. Add moss, stones, or water roots for visual interest.
8. Moss Mirror
A moss mirror is a brilliant DIY project to incorporate. It will bring a personal touch, as you’d be creating a one of a kind item that fits perfectly.
Not only would you be adding interesting textures it would also be a lovely display art. If you’re not feeling crafty, look for premade versions on etsy or amazon.
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9. Warm Fairy Lights
Stringing fairy lights up along walls, curtains or just above the bed will never go out of style in my opinion.
Those who love the whimsical, festive or even cozy look, must consider fairy lights.
The warm twinkle of these lights combined with a green space will create such an enchanted vibe.
10. Mushroom or Dome Lamp
Continuing with the conversation around warm lighting, I really recommend mushroom or dome lamps. You can place these on your bedside table or desk, for a nice warm glow.
The style of these lamps will also nod to a fairy, elf or hobbit home, don’t you think?
11. Hanging Plant Baskets
Aside from shelves, hanging plant baskets is a great way to add height and greenery to your botanical forest bedroom.
Hang these from your curtains or from ceiling/wall hooks. Again, trailing Pothos and other indoor plants work very well here.
Go for natural fiber rope or macramé hangers to blend with your wood and rattan accents.
12. Distressed Wood Chest of Drawers
A vintage or distressed wood dresser makes a great grounding piece. Look for weathered finishes, natural grain, or uneven paint for character.
This adds weight to all the softness in the room and mimics the sturdy tree trunks standing strong in the forest.
13. Humidifier or Incense for Misty Vibes
If you want to recreate that misty or foggy forest atmosphere, a humidifier or incense stick will do the job.
Aside from this lovely vibe, your real plants will love the humidifier. A good incense stick will also provide a lovely smoky fragrance.
In the evenings, along with your twinkling lights, this mood will be spectacular.
14. Terrarium
Add a closed or open terrarium to your shelves or bedside table. Why not create a botanical forest bedroom with an addition of an actual mini forest in a jar, right?
Play around with moss, stones, and small plants to create the perfect terrarium for you. You can add little figurines or collectibles like Smiskis, creating a lovely focal piece.
15. Rattan Details
Rattan is the perfect material to incorporate heavily in this space. Weave this element throughout the room. Think rattan storage baskets, light fixtures or even rugs.
This earthy texture is the perfect match to all the greenery in your space. Check out these rattan bedside tables.
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