The Best Plants to Pair with Teak Outdoor Furniture

There’s something inherently grounding about natural materials in outdoor spaces. With its golden tones and fine grain, teak garden furniture effortlessly blends into green surroundings, but the right plants can enhance your outdoor space even further. 

Pairing plants with teak is about creating balance. You want texture, structure, and a mix of heights that compliment the warmth and strength of your furniture without overwhelming it. Let’s take a look at some plant favourites that work beautifully with teak. 

1. Boxwood (Buxus) 

If you love a clean and refined look, structured greenery like boxwood is perfect. Use it to frame a teak garden furniture set, or place it in containers flanking a teak table to create a sense of symmetry. Its deep green hue makes teak’s warm tones feel even more vibrant. 

2. Ferns  

Lush and layered, ferns offer softness and shade-loving foliage that works well in more secluded garden corners. They sit beautifully around teak furniture, especially if you’re designing a quiet reading nook or a just a place to unwind. Their natural texture also helps to bring movement and depth to your space.  

3. Lavendar  

Lavendar is fragrant and soft and adds a calming touch next to a teak outdoor bench or chair. Its silvery foliage creates a gentle contrast against the richness of teak, and it’s neat growth helps to define seating areas. As a bonus, it also attracts pollinators like butterflies and bees, while repelling unwanted insects.  

4. Hydrangeas  

With their full blooms and soft pastel shades, hydrangeas add some romantic charm to teak settings. Placing them nearby brings colour to your outdoor space without clashing with the natural appeal of teak garden furniture. Their generous form helps define dining areas while softening the overall look. 

5. Ornamental grasses  

To create a more relaxed and contemporary feel, consider pairing your teak furniture with ornamental grasses like Stipa tenuissima or Pennisetum. Their fine blades and elegant sway add a modern edge and work especially well around open dining layouts or sunlit seating spaces.  

6. Olive trees 

For a Mediterranean influence, olive trees are a timeless choice. Their muted grey-green foliage pairs effortlessly with teak tables and benches to create an atmosphere that feels warm and sun kissed on even the cloudiest days. Use them in large pots to anchor a patio or frame a focal point. 

Let Nature and Teak Work in Perfect Harmony  

Great garden design is about how everything comes together. When you pair thoughtfully selected plants with our luxury teak garden furniture here at Eterna Home, you can create a space that feels curated, grounded, and harmonious.  

At Eterna Home, we believe in outdoor living that celebrates natural beauty. Our teak outdoor furniture pieces are designed to sit beautifully within nature- and last for years to come. Explore the full collection or get in touch on 01905 928 398 or by email at info@eternahome.co.uk for personalised advice on the right pieces for your space.