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Kitchen with plants: find out the ideal species and how to incorporate them into your decor!

Check out our tips for creating a garden or vegetable patch and enjoying all the benefits of greenery in your kitchen!

By Giovanna Jarandilha

Submitted at Sep 29, 2023, 12:39 PM

05 min de leitura
ARQTAB | Maycon Fogliene - The House of Being. CASACOR São Paulo 2023 Project.

ARQTAB | Maycon Fogliene - The House of Being. CASACOR São Paulo 2023 Project. (Amanda Bibiano)

Whether it’s to grow your own vegetable garden or add a touch of color to your space, kitchens with plants have become very popular among home decor enthusiasts. In addition to the many benefits of incorporating plants into your space , kitchens with plants are also a great option for home cooks who want their spices to always be fresh and within reach.
Amanda Miranda - Cozinha do Chef - Raízes. Projeto da CASACOR Rio de Janeiro 2023.

(André Nazareth/CASACOR)

Pots, vegetable gardens, vertical gardens – there are many options when it comes to kitchen plants. Below we answer your main questions so you can start growing plants in your kitchen at home. Check it out!

What plant species to use in the kitchen?


For those who want to create their own vegetable garden at home, species such as rosemary, mint, basil, sage, parsley, chives, chervil, thyme and oregano can be great options. In this link we explain more about some of these species and how to grow them. If the idea is to just have a lush and lively garden, but not to serve as a vegetable garden, look for species that adapt well to indoor environments , such as cacti, succulents, ferns, ficus and snake plants. Try placing them in small pots on the counter or on kitchen shelves – they look charming! Here we list more options of species to grow indoors.
Cozinha Ágape, projeto de Tatiana Melo para a CASACOR Bahia 2023. Na foto, cozinha com ilha, horta de temperos e marcenaria cinza.

Cozinha Ágape, projeto de Tatiana Melo para a CASACOR Bahia 2023. (Gabriela Daltro/CASACOR)

How to create a kitchen with plants?


To create your kitchen with plants, look for a spot with sunlight – this will help the plants to develop more naturally. Look for species that are suitable for partial shade and full sun to make sure you choose the right ones. After that, try to group the plants according to their needs, as Silvana Novaes, director of Vasart , explains. "Once you've decided on the location, it's time to choose the pots and select the desired species, grouping them according to their needs. This way, they can live together in the pot in harmony." If you're short on space, look for vertical garden options – here's a complete guide to installing yours without making mistakes! Go for self-watering pots , vertical planters and wall pots in different sizes and shapes.
Manuela Senna - Varanda “Sementes Casa Ferolla”. Projeto da CASACOR Minas Gerais 2023. Na foto, varanda gourmet com cozinha, teto ripado, churrasqueira e plantas.

Manuela Senna - Varanda “Sementes Casa Ferolla”. Projeto da CASACOR Minas Gerais 2023. (Jomar Bragança/CASACOR)

Below, we have selected a gallery of CASACOR environments to inspire you to create your own kitchen with plants . Check it out and get inspired by the ideas!
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Adriana Valle and Patricia Carvalho - House that Embraces. CASACOR São Paulo 2023 Project.

(MCA Estudio)
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Studio Schier - Terroir House. CASACOR São Paulo 2023 project.

(Romulo Fialdini)
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Lizette Miró Quesada and Vera Velarde - Amalgama. CASACOR Peru 2023 project.

(Yara Virreira)
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Karolinna Venturi - Casa Cucina. CASACOR Paraná 2023 Project.

(Duas Fotografia)
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Silvia Carvalho - Wine Village. CASACOR Minas Gerais 2023 Project.

(Daniel Mansur)
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ÊME Architecture (Maiza Neri) - Fragments Kitchen. Project by CASACOR Pernambuco 2023.

(Denilson Machado)
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Daniela Marcon Arquitetura - Nature Afetiva Kitchen. CASACOR Tocantins 2023 Project.

(Edgard César)
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Tufi Mousse Architecture - The Morena House. Project by CASACOR São Paulo 2023.

(MCA Estudio)
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Studio Costa+Azevedo - Module 5.3. CASACOR São Paulo 2023 Project.

(MCA Estúdio)
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Bruno Moraes - Functional Kitchen. CASACOR São Paulo 2023 Project.

(Guilherme Pucci)
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Cilene Lupi - A home to press pause. CASACOR São Paulo 2023 project.

(Adriana Barbosa)
Andrea Vargas, Paola Blanco and Silvana Belmonte - Gym at Home
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Andrea Vargas, Paola Blanco and Silvana Belmonte - Home Gym. CASACOR Bolivia 2023 Project.

(Alvaro Mier)
Paula Azevedo Architecture - My Terrace
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Paula Azevedo Architecture - My Terrace. CASACOR Minas Gerais 2023 Project.

(Daniel Mansur)
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Gustavo Martins Architects - Odoiá. CASACOR São Paulo 2023 Project.

(Renato Navarro)
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Ricardo Abreu - Coral House. CASACOR São Paulo 2023 Project.

(Renato Navarro)