A jungle theme for a nursery is cute, warm and one that will inspire and engage your little ones from a young age. The beauty of this theme is that it can be considered for gender neutral nurseries too by leaning into earthy and warm neutrals in the scheme.
There’s a lot to love about this theme, and so much fun you can have with it!
Check out this whole host of jungle nursery inspiration below, color ideas and tips on pulling your own nursery together with these real life nursery photos.
Jungle Theme Nursery Paint Color Ideas
Typically a jungle theme takes inspiration from an earthy inspired color theme, taking the lead from nature and the surrounding colors, this includes greens, browns, creams, oranges, reds and for further pops of color – lean into the tones of tropical flowers, especially if you want to theme it more towards the gender of your little one.
I’ve pulled together some of the best paint shades to use in your own jungle nursery scheme below, save it down for later!
1.Lean Into Earthy Tones
Take the lead from nature and use earthy tones throughout the jungle theme for an inside, outside feel.
Green should be the main dominant color in your scheme, a rich olive green or softer sage green is a perfect choice. It’s hard to feel bad in the presence of a lovely green! Bring warmer reds and oranges through your decor, take inspiration from the below with sweet wall art, clothing and bedding details.
2. Jungle Mural
An easy way to get the jungle theme from the off is to use a jungle mural on one wall in the nursery.
A beautiful scene that will engage your little one, you can then use the colors within this across the rest of the nursery for a cohesive, cozy feel.
3. Jungle Wall Art
Instead of a wall mural, use some sweet jungle inspired wall art in frames to add to a wall.
A set of three is a popular choice, adding a perfect amount of balance between each frame. We love the use of wooden frames here which really lends itself to a natural, earthy feel in the nursery.
4. Layer Natural Texture For Interest
One of the best ways to create interest in a nursery decor scheme is by layering natural textures. Build using a range of materials such as rattan, fabric, seagrass and wood.
I adore the use of this light shade which brings both warmth, color and texture into the nursery for an interesting feel.
5. Use Natural Materials
Natural materials will help to bring your jungle nursery theme to life, you should include plenty of wooden details, rattan and jute throughout.
A sweet wooden crib is always a great idea and it will help to anchor your design scheme.
6. Sweet, Whimsical Details
It’s all about introducing those sweet details that pulls a full nursery together.
Note the adorable rattan hot air balloon lamp shade? Such a simple touch that draws the eye in and creates the sweetest spot in this nursery.
7. Introduce Fake Greenery
No jungle theme is complete without plenty of lush foliage! Use a selection of fake plants for easy maintenance that are child friendly.
Hanging planters and potted faux plants on the floor will help to create a lush, greenery inspired nursery.
8. Gender Neutral Jungle Nursery
Jungle themed nurseries generally appeal to gender neutral color schemes so this is really a perfect option for those who are waiting for baby to arrive to learn the gender.
Focus on using soft greys, warm beiges, taupes and browns as your dominant colors in the nursery for a true gender neutral look.
9. Jungle Inspired Wallpaper
Wallpaper is always a good idea for a nursery, it’s beautiful, brings color, texture and it looks amazing!
This jungle inspired wallpaper sets the tone for the rest of the room with rattan details and simplistic styling to let the wallpaper take center stage.
10. Tropical Inspired
If you like the idea of wallpaper but something less animal focused, something tropical inspired like this banana leaf wallpaper below is a fresh and fun design!
Paired with white half wall paneling on the lower half, it creates a really pristine and crisp feel in this little one’s nursery.
11. Drench The Walls In A Feel Good Green
I’ll say it again, but it’s nearly impossible to feel bad in a good green, and it suits rooms no matter the orientation.
Stick to a softer mid-green between a sage and olive green for a really delectable shade that will work in any jungle nursery scheme.
12. Treetop Canopy
Every cot needs a treetop canopy, right?
I love the ethereal feel of these, plus they bring added texture and color into the nursery.
13. Think About The Woodwork!
See how changing up your woodwork color can create such a different dynamic in the space?
Instead of opting for a classic bright white, they’ve leaned into a darker green to add definition and complement the greenery in the wallpaper and other walls. Carry this color through all of your woodwork for an intentional look in the nursery.
14. Layer With Animal Print
You can be really playful with a jungle theme and incorporate animal print through areas such as textiles and area rugs.
Adding an area rug underneath a cot is a lovely way to add further interest and comfort to the nursery.
15. Warm Neutral Tones
The warmth in this scheme is a perfect example of how you could go down a more gender neutral route in the nursery.
Use warm taupes, reds, browns and creams to recreate this.
16. Elephant 3D Wall Art
Instead of flat frames, consider incorporating some 3D wall art for a fun, textured look.
Animal heads (not real of course!) fit the bill perfectly here, bringing such a fun and cosy aesthetic to a nursery.
17. Jungle Animal Teddies Are A Must!
Of course, the devil is in the detail and there’s no jungle nursery without a giant animal teddy!
They bring extra color and cuteness into the nursery, and they’re guaranteed to become lovable friends to your little one as they grow up!
