Living walls are one of the most charming ways to bring life indoors in Florida. I’ve experimented with mounted houseplants, and the results were stunning.
They transform a room into a fresh, green retreat. Here are 12 creative houseplants to mount for living wall decor this fall in Florida.
1. Staghorn Fern
Staghorn ferns look like something from a prehistoric forest with their unique antler-shaped leaves. Mounting them on wooden boards creates an instant conversation piece that thrives in Florida’s humidity.
These epiphytes naturally grow on trees in the wild, so they love being mounted rather than potted. Water them by soaking the mounting board weekly, and they’ll reward you with impressive growth.
Bright, indirect light keeps them happy indoors throughout fall.
2. Boston Fern
With cascading fronds that can reach several feet long, Boston ferns bring drama to vertical spaces. Florida’s naturally humid fall climate makes these beauties particularly easy to maintain indoors.
Mount them at eye level or higher so their graceful foliage can drape downward naturally. Mist them regularly and keep the soil consistently moist but never waterlogged.
They prefer medium light and will fill bare walls with lush greenery quickly.
3. Pothos
Nearly indestructible and endlessly forgiving, pothos makes mounting plants feel effortless even for beginners. Its heart-shaped leaves cascade beautifully down walls, creating living curtains of green and gold.
Florida homeowners love how quickly pothos grows, sometimes adding inches per week during fall. Mount several at different heights for a layered jungle effect.
They tolerate low light and occasional neglect, making them perfect starter plants for living walls.
4. Air Plants (Tillandsia)
Air plants need zero soil, making them incredibly versatile for creative wall displays. Simply attach them to driftwood, cork, or decorative frames using wire or glue.
Florida’s humid fall weather means they’ll absorb moisture right from the air around them. Soak them in water for 20 minutes every week or two, shake off excess, and return them to their mounts.
Mix different varieties for textural interest and artistic flair on your walls.
5. String of Hearts
Romantic and delicate, string of hearts features tiny heart-shaped leaves on thin, trailing vines. Mounted high on Florida walls, these plants create elegant living artwork that guests always notice.
They prefer bright, indirect light and minimal watering, making them low-maintenance companions for busy homeowners. Their purple-tinged foliage adds subtle color variation to green-heavy wall gardens.
Let the vines grow long for maximum visual impact this fall season.
6. Philodendron Brasil
Splashed with lime-green and yellow variegation, Philodendron Brasil brightens any wall it touches. This fast-growing climber adapts beautifully to Florida’s indoor conditions during fall months.
Mount it near a moss pole or trellis if you want upward growth, or let it trail freely for a relaxed look. It tolerates various light conditions but shows its best colors in medium to bright indirect light.
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
7. Bird’s Nest Fern
Bright green, wavy fronds emerge from a central rosette, resembling a bird’s nest tucked into your wall. Florida’s warm fall temperatures keep these tropical beauties thriving indoors without extra heating.
Unlike many ferns, bird’s nest varieties prefer their fronds to stay dry, so water directly into the center. They appreciate high humidity, which Florida naturally provides even indoors.
Medium, indirect light prevents their delicate leaves from scorching while encouraging healthy growth.
8. Hoya (Wax Plant)
Thick, waxy leaves give hoyas their common name and make them remarkably drought-tolerant. Mounting them on Florida walls means you can enjoy their sculptural beauty without taking up precious counter space.
Some varieties produce fragrant, star-shaped flower clusters that smell incredible during fall evenings. They grow slowly but steadily, eventually creating impressive cascades of glossy foliage.
Bright light encourages blooming, though they’ll survive in lower light conditions too.
9. Spider Plant
Arching leaves striped with white or cream make spider plants instantly recognizable and endlessly cheerful. They produce baby plantlets on long stems, creating a multi-generational display on Florida walls.
These air-purifying champions remove toxins while looking fantastic in any room. Mount them where their babies can dangle freely, creating natural living sculptures.
They’re nearly impossible to kill, tolerating irregular watering and various light levels with grace throughout fall.
10. Peperomia
Compact and charming, peperomias come in dozens of varieties with different leaf shapes, colors, and textures. Their small size makes them perfect for creating intricate mosaic-style living walls in Florida homes.
Mount multiple varieties together for a collection that showcases nature’s diversity. They prefer moderate light and infrequent watering since their thick leaves store moisture.
Florida’s humidity keeps them plump and healthy, requiring minimal fussing throughout the fall season.
11. Lipstick Plant
Named for its bright red tubular flowers that emerge from dark maroon buds, the lipstick plant adds unexpected color to living walls. Florida’s consistent warmth encourages blooming even during fall months indoors.
Mount them where they receive bright, indirect light to maximize flowering potential. Their trailing stems create elegant lines down walls while the glossy leaves catch and reflect light beautifully.
Keep soil slightly moist and enjoy the hummingbird-attracting blooms year-round in your home.
12. Rabbit’s Foot Fern
Fuzzy rhizomes that creep along the mounting surface give this fern its adorable name and unique character. Kids especially love touching the soft, furry stems that resemble rabbit feet.
Florida’s humid fall conditions keep these delicate ferns happy without constant misting. Mount them on cork bark or wood slabs where the rhizomes can spread naturally.
Their lacy fronds add softness to wall displays while the creeping stems provide fascinating textural contrast throughout the season.