Low Maintenance Indoor Plants
Snake Plant (Sansevieria): Perfect for beginners, it's virtually indestructible and thrives on neglect. It also helps purify indoor air.
ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia): Another tough plant, known for its glossy, dark green leaves and ability to thrive in low light.
Pothos (Epipremnum aureum): An adaptable vine that can grow in many conditions, perfect for hanging baskets or as a trailing plant.
Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum): It's an easy-to-grow plant that produces "babies" (offspring) that you can propagate.
Lush, Tropical Vibes/Aroids
Syngonium (Arrowhead Plant): Syngoniums are easy to grow and can be trained to grow as a vine or left as a bushy ground cover. They’re particularly attractive when grown in a hanging basket, as their arrow-shaped leaves cascade downward.
Care Tips: Thrives in medium to bright light and appreciates regular watering. It can tolerate lower humidity, but like most aroids, it does well in slightly humid conditions
Philodendrons are versatile, easy-to-care-for aroids with a variety of leaf shapes and colors. Some varieties, like Philodendron 'Pink Princess' or Philodendron 'Brazil', have striking variegated foliage in shades of pink, red, yellow, or white.
Care Tips: Keep in medium to bright indirect light. Philodendrons prefer well-draining soil and should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch.
Alocasias are known for its dramatic, large leaves with interesting textures and vibrant green to purple hues, Alocasias like Alocasia 'Polly' (African Mask Plant) and Alocasia macrorrhizos are stunning.
Care Tips: Alocasias need bright, indirect light and a consistent level of moisture. They prefer high humidity, so misting or using a humidity tray is helpful.
Care tips for most aroids to keep in mind:
Light:
Most aroids thrive in bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight can scorch their delicate leaves, so it’s best to keep them out of direct sun, especially the variegated varieties.
Watering:
Overwatering is a common issue with aroids, so always make sure the top couple of inches of soil dry out before watering again. The soil should be well-draining.
Humidity:
Aroids, especially tropical species, enjoy humidity. Misting, humidity trays, or a humidifier can help. If you live in a dry climate, consider keeping your aroids grouped together to help create a microenvironment of higher humidity.
Fertilizing:
During the growing season (spring and summer), aroids benefit from monthly feeding with a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer. Reduce feeding in the fall and winter when growth slows down.
Air Purifying Plants
Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum): Known for its ability to purify the air and its elegant white blooms, the peace lily thrives in low light.
English Ivy (Hedera helix): A classic plant for purifying the air, it's perfect for hanging baskets or covering trellises.
Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens): Known for its lush, feathery leaves, this palm can help filter out toxins from the air.
