The 5 Best Fake Plants of 2023

Plants make a lovely addition to any home until they dry out, drop leaves, or die. Realistic-looking fake plants add a touch of green to your living space—no water (or green thumb) required. 
We researched dozens of fake plants from the most popular home sites, evaluating quality, appearance, and overall value. Our favorite, the Pure Garden Artificial Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree, is full, lush, and set in a sturdy pot. 

Don't skimp on style when it comes to the basket or planter. Skip the look that the plant came with, and nestle that faux plant right into a special pot with special consideration for the scale of the plant. Use some Spanish moss to fill the planter, and consider placing it on a riser inside a large planter or basket to give your plant more presence

Here are the best fake plants available online. 

Fiddle leaf fig trees are among the most coveted plants around. The only problem? Big ones boast a considerable price point—one that’s tough to justify paying if you know you have a black thumb. Thankfully, there are tons of great faux fiddle leaf fig trees out there, and Wayfair’s Artificial Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree is one of the most realistic-looking around. 

The tree boasts a series of narrow trunks and thin branches, both of which are dotted with lush leaves. These leaves are fluffable and the branches are adjustable, so you don’t have to leave your tree as-is. Instead, you can customize it until it looks exactly as imperfect and organic as you want it to—and until it suits your space just right.