Do not have green fingers? Faux plants or dried bunches such as eucalyptus are also perfect for bringing lovely leafage into your abode. Even better, both are typically cheaper than living houseplants. To help you make your space feel brighter and more lively, here are our favorite tips for decorating with gorgeous greenery. The living houseplants she purchased cost on average $10 a pop, while the faux greenery cost up to 75 percent less. Because Kate hates cleaning her bathroom, she selected living greenery that does not shed lots of leaves.