Artificial plants Melbourne — premium faux greenery delivered to your door
Looking for artificial plants in Melbourne? You're in the right place. The Plants Corner is an Australian-owned small business delivering premium faux trees and indoor plants across Victoria and nationwide — with fast dispatch and careful packaging so your new tree arrives looking exactly as it does in the photos.
This guide covers everything Melbourne residents need to know: what styles suit Melbourne homes, suburb-by-suburb recommendations, delivery times, our most popular pieces and how to get the most out of your faux plant once it arrives.
Why Melbourne homes suit faux plants particularly well
Melbourne's diverse architecture — Victorian terraces, mid-century modernism, industrial warehouse conversions and contemporary apartments — suits a wide range of plant styles. But beyond aesthetics, there are two practical reasons faux plants make particular sense for Melbourne homes.
Melbourne's light conditions are genuinely challenging. South-facing rooms are common in Melbourne's Victorian and Edwardian terraces, and the city's overcast winters mean many interiors get limited natural light for months at a time. Real indoor plants — even relatively tolerant species like fiddle leaf figs and birds of paradise — struggle in these conditions. A quality faux olive tree looks identical in a sun-drenched north-facing living room and a poorly-lit south-facing study. That consistency is valuable in Melbourne in a way it simply isn't in sunnier cities.
The quality of faux plants has reached a level where the choice is genuinely difficult to justify against. Premium trees with ultra-realistic moulded trunks, hand-detailed two-tone foliage and natural branch structures look convincingly real up close — and they stay that way indefinitely, without a single watering schedule or seasonal concern.
Melbourne-specific tip: In south-facing rooms — common in the city's Victorian terraces and older apartment buildings — position your faux plant where a real plant would traditionally go (near the window) even though it doesn't need the light. The placement looks intentional and natural, and visitors automatically assume you've made a considered decision rather than questioning why a plant is thriving in a dark corner.
Suburb by suburb — what works where
Exposed brick, concrete floors, dark joinery and high ceilings. The faux olive tree suits this aesthetic beautifully — its Mediterranean character contrasts with industrial materials in a way that feels genuinely considered. Pair with a dark matte ceramic or raw concrete pot. Go tall — 210cm or 2.4M in a warehouse space with high ceilings is exactly the right call.
Cream walls, herringbone floors, white cabinetry and natural linen. The faux olive tree or fiddle leaf fig in a white or warm cream pot is the defining piece in this aesthetic. Keep the arrangement clean — one statement tree, minimal surrounding clutter, and a considered pot that reads as quality. 180cm is the sweet spot for these ceiling heights.
Mismatched vintage furniture, rattan accents, warm timber and a relaxed layered approach. The faux olive tree works beautifully alongside a fiddle leaf fig and some smaller tabletop accent plants — a full plant corner with varied heights and textures fits this aesthetic perfectly. Woven baskets and aged terracotta over ceramic for the pot choice.
Bleached timber, white walls and a relaxed but considered coastal feel. Faux palms and birds of paradise are the natural species choice here — lush, tropical and effortless. Pair with natural rattan or woven baskets rather than ceramic, and layer two or three different heights for a genuine indoor garden feel rather than a single placed tree.
The most popular artificial plants in Melbourne
Melbourne's most-requested faux plant — and for good reason. Silver-green foliage, gnarled trunk, Mediterranean character — works across every Melbourne interior from apartments to period homes to warehouse conversions. Available from 160cm through to 240cm. The 180cm size suits standard Victorian ceiling heights; 210cm for the higher ceilings in period homes and warehouse conversions.
Shop faux olive trees →Bold architectural leaves and a tall upright form — the statement tree for modern Melbourne interiors. The fiddle leaf fig is notoriously difficult to keep alive indoors in Melbourne's variable light, making the faux version particularly practical here. Perfect for open-plan living areas and the high-ceiling spaces common in Melbourne's Edwardian homes and warehouse conversions.
Shop faux fiddle leaf figs →Large, dramatic foliage that commands a room. A favourite for Melbourne's bayside and coastal suburbs — Brighton, Elwood, St Kilda and the Mornington Peninsula. The faux version delivers the full dramatic look without the strict light requirements that make the real version so difficult to maintain in Melbourne's variable conditions.
Shop faux birds of paradise →Relaxed, tropical and full of natural movement. A favourite for Melbourne's coastal-influenced homes and apartments — brings a holiday-at-home feeling without the care requirements of a real palm. Works particularly well in the lighter, more relaxed interiors common in Melbourne's bayside and inner-south suburbs.
Shop faux palms →Delivery to Melbourne and regional Victoria
| Dispatch time | Within 4 business days |
| Metro Melbourne | 3–7 business days |
| Regional Victoria | 6–10 business days |
| Packaging | Carefully boxed for safe transit |
| Returns | 14-day cash returns, no questions asked |
We deliver to all Melbourne suburbs and across regional Victoria — including:
- Inner Melbourne — CBD, Southbank, Docklands, South Yarra, Toorak, Richmond, Fitzroy, Collingwood, Brunswick, Carlton, Parkville, North Melbourne
- Eastern suburbs — Hawthorn, Camberwell, Kew, Box Hill, Glen Waverley, Doncaster, Ringwood
- Bayside — Brighton, Elwood, St Kilda, Sandringham, Hampton, Mentone, Beaumaris
- Northern suburbs — Northcote, Preston, Thornbury, Heidelberg, Bundoora, Epping
- South-eastern suburbs — Cheltenham, Moorabbin, Caulfield, Oakleigh, Dandenong, Berwick
- Western suburbs — Footscray, Williamstown, Werribee, Sunshine, Hoppers Crossing
- Regional Victoria — Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Shepparton, Wodonga, Mornington Peninsula, Yarra Valley, Gippsland
On arrival: Your tree will arrive compact from transit. Spend 10–15 minutes gently opening and shaping the branches outward — this is normal and expected. Once shaped, the tree holds its form permanently. A layer of preserved moss over the nursery pot base completes the look.
Styling faux plants in Melbourne homes
Melbourne's design culture is arguably the most sophisticated in Australia — and it shows in how Melburnians approach their homes. There's a seriousness to Melbourne interiors that values quality, texture and considered choices over trends. Faux plants fit naturally into this sensibility when they're done properly: a premium faux olive tree with a realistic trunk and detailed foliage sits comfortably alongside genuine antiques, quality furniture and original artwork.
For most Melbourne homes, the 180cm olive tree or fiddle leaf fig is the sweet spot — tall enough to anchor a living room corner, proportioned perfectly for standard ceiling heights, and realistic enough to genuinely fool guests. Pair it with a terracotta or fibrestone planter, add a layer of dried moss at the base, and it will look like it's been there for years.
For Melbourne's period homes with higher ceilings — the double-fronted Edwardians of Carlton and Parkville, the Victorian terraces of Fitzroy and Richmond — consider going taller. A 210cm faux olive tree or a multi-branch faux ficus fills the vertical space these rooms demand in a way that a standard 180cm piece simply can't. Choose dark-toned planters — aged concrete, matte charcoal or weathered terracotta — to suit Melbourne's more subdued, considered colour palettes.
Frequently asked questions
Do you have a showroom in Melbourne?
We're an online-only store, which allows us to offer better value and faster delivery without the overhead of a physical showroom. Every product is photographed in detail and our team is available to answer any questions before you buy — reach us at hello@theplantscorner.com.au or via our contact page.
How long does delivery take to Melbourne?
Metro Melbourne orders typically arrive within 3–7 business days of dispatch. We dispatch all orders within 4 business days from our Sydney warehouse. Regional Victoria areas — Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Mornington Peninsula — may take 6–10 business days. You'll receive tracking information once your order is dispatched.
What is the best artificial plant for a Melbourne apartment?
For Melbourne apartments — particularly the newer high-density builds in inner suburbs like Southbank, Docklands and North Melbourne — the faux olive tree at 160–180cm is the most versatile choice. It's tall enough to make a statement without overwhelming a smaller space, and suits the contemporary finishes common in Melbourne's newer apartment builds. For south-facing apartments with limited light, the faux olive tree is also the most practical species as it looks equally convincing regardless of light levels.
Can I return my plant if it doesn't suit my space?
Yes — we offer 14-day cash returns, no questions asked. If your plant doesn't work in your Melbourne home for any reason, contact us within 14 days of receipt and we'll arrange the return and issue a full refund. See our Returns Policy for full details.
Are your faux plants safe for pets?
Yes — all our faux plants are non-toxic and completely safe around cats, dogs and children. This is one of the main reasons Melbourne pet owners choose our faux range over real indoor plants, many of which are toxic to animals. Real olive trees, fiddle leaf figs and birds of paradise can all be harmful to pets — the faux versions eliminate that risk entirely.
What sizes do your faux trees come in?
Our faux tree range covers 160cm through to 240cm depending on the variety. The most popular size for standard Australian ceiling heights of 2.4m is 180cm. For Melbourne's period homes with higher ceilings — typically 2.7m to 3m+ — 210cm works beautifully and fills the vertical space more convincingly. See our faux olive tree size guide if you're unsure which height suits your space.
Delivered to your Melbourne door
Premium artificial olive trees, fiddle leaf figs, birds of paradise and palms — dispatched within 4 business days, delivered across metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria. 14-day cash returns on every order.
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