
Plant Hire 101

Words by Kitty
Hiring Plants for Events, Parties, and Film Sets - A Comprehensive Guide
Hiring live plants and foliage for events, parties and film sets is an excellent way to elevate any occasion with natural beauty. This guide will provide you with what you need to know about hiring plants and creating stunning plant displays for any venue or event.
Why Hire Plants?
Adds warmth, vibrancy and ambience to any space
Provides a connection to nature indoors
Reduces stress through biophilic design principles
Creates an Instagrammable environment with a unique backdrop for photos, videos and events
Makes indoor spaces feel more alive and welcoming
All about Variety
From small potted plants to huge trees, many varieties are available:
Foliage plants – philodendrons, ferns, ivy, palms, ficus
Flowering plants – orchids, bromeliads, anthuriums
Succulents – echeveria, aloe vera, cacti
Shrubs and bushes – azaleas, hibiscus, oleander
Making the right choice
When hiring plants, choose an experienced company that:
Has an extensive range of high-quality plants in excellent condition
Provides nationwide delivery and setup services
Has a professional and experienced team to install plant displays properly
Offers flexibility with short or long-term hire periods
Has experience with major events, shows and clients
Key Services Offered
The best plant hire companies provide end-to-end services:
Site visits and consultations
Sourcing specific plant varieties upon request
Setting up and staging plants for optimal impact
Maintaining and watering plants for multi-day events
Breaking down and collecting plants afterwards
Staging Plant Displays Creatively
The value in going with an experienced plant hire team means they are there and can stage stunning arrangements using principles like:
Grouping plants of different shapes and sizes for texture
Using tall statement plants like palms as focal points
Layering plants on risers for heightened visual interest
Repeating certain varieties for unity
Incorporating hanging plants for vertical appeal
Lighting plants effectively for ambience
Taking your vision and bringing it to life





Types of Events Requiring Plant Hire
Plant displays are perfect for:
Weddings – ceremony backdrops, reception decor
Parties – birthdays, anniversaries, celebrations
Corporate events – conferences, trade shows
TV/film sets – backgrounds, scene setting
Exhibitions and fairs – stands, feature areas
Hotels and restaurants – lobbies, dining areas
Plants make any event more warm, welcoming and camera-ready!
Key Benefits of Hiring Plants
Some top advantages include:
Fast installation – plants transform venues rapidly
Lower costs – no need to purchase plants
Less hassle – experts handle all plant care and logistics
Flexibility – adjust plant types and sizes as needed
Environmental boost – plants increase air purity
Enhanced aesthetics – lush plants beautify any space
For uplifted ambience and ease of use, hire plants from leading specialists!
Hiring beautiful plants and foliage from professional services provide event hosts with lush, camera-ready botanical displays without the hassle of long-term plant ownership and maintenance. Follow this guide when planning events to create Instagram-worthy spaces filled with life and contact us today to learn more about our services.