The Best Plants for Shopping Malls

Shopping malls and large commercial venues like Pacific Centre are high-traffic environments that require plants to be both beautiful and incredibly resilient. The right large-scale plants can transform a sterile space into a welcoming, biophilic environment that reflects Vancouver’s green identity and encourages shoppers to linger.

The Bloomerie specializes in large-scale floral and plant design. Here are our top choices for demanding commercial spaces:

• Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree (Ficus lyrata) – When placed in a bright atrium or near a skylight, a large Fiddle Leaf Fig tree makes an incredible architectural statement, providing an instant sense of luxury. Best in pet-free public areas.
  • Light: High indirect light (atrium or large windows are essential).
  • Water: Requires a consistent, professional watering schedule.

• Kentia Palm (Howea forsteriana) – The Kentia Palm is the epitome of elegance and durability. It’s extremely tolerant of lower light conditions, making it a low-maintenance choice for adding a graceful, tropical feel to indoor spaces. It’s also non-toxic.
  • Light: Low to medium indirect light.
  • Water: Allow the top inch of soil to dry out.

• Dracaena Massangeana (Dracaena fragrans) – Often called the “Corn Plant,” this is a workhorse for commercial interiors. It’s very tolerant of low light and its trunk-like stems add height and interest to large spaces. Best kept away from pets.
  • Light: Low–medium indirect light.
  • Water: Keep soil lightly moist.

A Tip from The Bloomerie: The key to successful large-scale planting is professional care. Consistent watering, cleaning, and pest management are crucial for protecting the investment and keeping the plants looking their best.Transform your commercial space. Contact us to discuss options from our Floral Interior and Exterior Design page.