Houseplants are often beautiful, but did you know that they can also improve your mental and physical well-being? Indoor plants can remove toxins and pollutants from the air, increase humidity, provide you with a sense of accomplishment, and help you de-stress. Even if you don’t have the greenest of thumbs or you were scarred in the past by a short-lived fern, we promise that you can raise a gorgeous houseplant. You just need to choose a no-fuss plant that doesn’t require any pampering. Scroll down to explore some of the easiest houseplants to grow.
The Easiest Houseplants to Grow
Pothos
Sometimes called “devil’s ivy” for its ability to withstand subpar conditions – lack of sunlight, under-watering, over-watering – pothos is truly durable. In fact, some say it’s nearly impossible to kill. If you let it, a pothos plant will grow several feet long, but most people prefer to prune them periodically. They tolerate a variety of lighting conditions, and they don’t mind drying out between waterings. Just be sure that you water your pothos occasionally or its leaves will dry up and fall off.
Snake Plant
Imagine a snake writhing up from inside a basket. Now multiply that image, and you’ll have a rough idea of what a snake plant looks like. The leaves are stiff, sharp, spiked, and feature a rosette pattern. Plus, they’re tough to kill! A snake plant can go a whole month without watering.
Peace Lily
Are you more likely to over-water your plant than allow it to dry out? Would you like a houseplant that flowers? Consider bringing a peace lily into your home. Beyond their beautiful name, peace lilies are known for producing white spade-like flowers throughout the year. They do best in warm, humid environments, but they fare well in most homes so long as they aren’t placed in drafts or unheated rooms.
Chinese Evergreen
Also known as Aglaonema, a Chinese evergreen is also a great option if you’re prone to giving your plants a little too much to drink. It’s quite forgiving when it comes to watering. Although it’s best to keep this plant in low or indirect sunlight and shield it from drafts and cold temperatures, it’s also quite forgiving when it comes to light. Plus, the Chinese evergreen comes in a variety of colors, such as green, pink, red, and white.
Aloe Vera
If you’d like a houseplant that offers more than a pleasant appearance, consider purchasing an aloe vera plant. You can use the sap from the plant to moisturize your skin or relieve a painful sunburn. Aloe vera prefers bright, indirect sunlight and needs a good soak every week or two for ideal growth.
Spider Plant
Want a houseplant that keeps on giving? Consider a spider plant. Its fast-growing shoots produce miniature spider plants, which you can re-pot to increase your collection! Be sure to keep these plants in well-lit spots, and water them about once a week.
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Some houseplants are notoriously finicky – orchids, azaleas, gardenias – but many require only a nice perch and a drink of water now and then. If your thumb doesn’t have even a hint of green, try caring for one of the easiest houseplants to grow. Good luck!
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