Frequently asked questions
What exactly are LEGO Botanical sets?
They’re special LEGO sets designed to look like real plants, flowers, and foliage. Think beautiful bouquets, intricate orchids, charming succulents, and elegant bonsai trees – all built from LEGO bricks! They’re primarily aimed at adults and teens as decorative pieces.
Are they just for kids who like LEGO?
Why would I want LEGO plants instead of real ones?
Oh, so many reasons!
- No watering, no wilting: They stay perfect forever, with zero maintenance.
- Allergy-friendly: Great for plant lovers with pollen or plant allergies.
- Always in bloom: Your flowers will never fade.
- Unique decor: They’re fantastic conversation starters and add a quirky, artistic touch to any space.
- Mindful building: The building process itself is often described as calming and therapeutic.
Are they difficult to build?
What kind of plants can I build?
The range is always growing! Popular sets include:
- Flower Bouquets: Mix-and-match roses, poppies, daisies, lavender, and more.
- Orchids & Bird of Paradise: Realistic and elegant flowering plants.
- Succulents: A delightful collection of desert-dwelling plants.
- Bonsai Tree: A beautiful, customizable tree with interchangeable pink cherry blossoms and green leaves.
- Wildflower Bouquet: A vibrant collection of lesser-known blossoms.
- And many more! LEGO often releases new varieties.
Do they actually look realistic?
Surprisingly so! LEGO designers are incredibly clever, using various existing LEGO pieces in unexpected ways to create textures and shapes that mimic nature. You’ll find car hoods used as petals, dinosaur wings as leaves, and even frog pieces adding subtle detail! It’s part of the charm.
How do I display them?
Anywhere you’d put a real plant or decorative item! On a bookshelf, desk, windowsill, coffee table, or even as a centerpiece. You can also mix and match different sets to create your own unique arrangements. They often come with their own brick-built pots or vases.
Can I customize them or build my own creations?
Absolutely! That’s the beauty of LEGO. You can swap out flowers in the bouquets, rearrange leaves on the Bonsai, or even build entirely new botanical creations using pieces from different sets or your own collection. Let your creativity bloom!