Learn How To Add More Indoor Plants To Your Home
Indoor plants are an excellent way to add color and life to your home without being dependent on the amount of sunlight that your region gets each day.
Whether you live in an apartment, have a smaller house, or have no yard at all, there are plenty of plants that can live indoors and thrive with minimal effort on your part. Here are a few ideas for creating your own indoor garden space.
Top Plant Picks - Safety First
Money Tree and Spider Plant.
Both are super simple and easy to take care for. Also, they are both cat safe plants! Which is perfect for any house with a feline.
If you have pets, you will want to make sure that the plants you choose are not toxic or harmful to them. The spider plant is also great because it can clean the air in your home by absorbing toxins like formaldehyde and benzene from paint or furniture!
These are two of the best indoor plants, because they’re so easy to grow and maintain.
How Much Light Do Indoor Plants Need?
Most foliage plants can grow well indoors with at least some natural light, but if you don’t have a lot of windows, it can be challenging to find enough sunlight.
If you live in an apartment or condo and want indoor plants, try hardy varieties such as spider plant and aspidistra. They will survive in low-light conditions. They are ideal for bathrooms, and require very little maintenance. Plus, they look nice!
Spider Plant(Chlorophytum comosum)
Chlorophytum comosum, usually called spider plant due to its spider like look. is easy to grow as a houseplant because of its resilience, but it can be sensitive to the fluoride in tap water, which commonly gives it "burnt tips".
Cast Iron Plant(Aspidistra)
When outdoors the Cast Iron Plant grows in shade under trees and shrubs. common worldwide as a foliage house plant that is very tolerant of neglect.
How Often Should I Water My Indoor Plants?
There are many types of indoor plants. Some need a lot of water, and some don’t need any at all. One way to find out is by checking out their soil—if it feels dry one inch down, you should probably water it.
When you do water your indoor plants, don’t drench them or leave standing water in the tray that holds it, because that will cause root rot. You want to provide just enough water so that the plant's roots stay moist but not wet.
If you see dark leaves or wilting plants, it might be time for more watering. It's important to know what type of plant you have before watering as well, since there are plants like succulents that only need watering once every six months!
What Type Of Potting Soil Should I Use?
Use only fresh potting soil for indoor plants. Potting soil may contain lime, which can burn tender indoor plant roots.
When you buy potting soil, check that it doesn’t say for outdoor use only on its package label. If your potting soil does say it is for outdoor use only, find a different type of potting soil made specifically for indoor plants.
The best kind of potting soil for indoor potted plants has rich organic material and no fertilizer mixed in with it.
How Do I Decide Which Plants Look Best Together?
When choosing plants for your home, consider both their shape and their colors. This can help ensure they’ll look natural and beautiful when placed together.
For example, a common house plant such as an African violet can look great near a variety of small house plants including pothos, or peace lily.
These are often referred to as air plants because they have fleshy leaves that don’t need soil, but need occasional watering in order to grow strong and healthy.
Another option is the bromeliad, which is commonly found on the ground and likes more indirect light from an east-facing window.
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What Should I Know About Taking Care of Potted Houseplants?
There are two main things you should know about taking care of your potted houseplants.
First and foremost, be sure to keep them in a sunny spot if at all possible. If they don’t get enough sunlight they won’t be able to take full advantage of any extra nutrients that you give them, and they may not even survive.
Second, make sure you keep them well-watered. The soil should never be allowed to dry out or your plant may wither and die. Some houseplants require more water than others, but a good rule of thumb is that if your plant’s leaves turn yellow or become limp, it needs more water.
The Best Houseplants for Beginners
If you’re just starting out with indoor plants, take it slow and don’t overdo it. Stick with easy-to-grow houseplants such as English ivy (Hedera helix), peace lily (Spathiphyllum), ficus, spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum) and bromeliads.
Beginners should avoid large or aggressive plants such as elephant ears, bamboo palms and monsteras.
Other plants, such as Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera bridgesii), aloe and clivia, are poisonous if eaten and should be avoided especially if you have kids or pets.
Things To Consider When Choosing Which Indoor Plant Is Right For You
1. Lighting—Some plants require more sunlight than others, while some are perfectly fine with low light levels.
2. Watering—Many of these plants are very forgiving, as they don’t need a lot of watering. Check out pictures of what your plant should look like when it needs water!
3. Maintenance level—Although many of these are hardy, if you don’t want to deal with monthly maintenance they might not be right for you
