A black rimed white tray and making planter and pitcher rest next to a stack of books on a light wooden table. Behind the table is a stone fireplace with a white mantle topped with frames, a mirror, and a green wreath. Adding greenery to your space is a must to achieve the country farmhouse look, either choose easy-to-care-for plants such as a snake plant or pothos, or ditch the effort and choose a gorgeous faux plant.