10. The Power of Foliage Clusters
Instead of buying many small, cheap-looking plants, buy one large, healthy-looking statement plant (like a tall fern or a structural grass) and surround it with a cluster of smaller, more affordable plants. Grouping them together creates a “visual mass” that looks far more expensive than scattering small plants around. It creates a lush, professional-looking focal point that draws the eye and gives the patio a feeling of abundance and life.
