There are many plants that you can grow indoors, even if your space is limited. With the right knowledge and skills, you’ll be able to enjoy some lovely indoor plants.
You can plan for the future of your plants by considering their climate needs and type.
These plants will bring green into your apartment and help to make your home happier!
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Pothos
Pothos plants are a vine which has attractive green and gold leaves, it can grow up to 30 feet but unlike most vines you have to train the pothos by tying their cord around an object such as a stick.
ZZ Plant
If you are looking for a low-light plant that will thrive, the ZZ Plant is perfect. It has glossy dark green leaves and small summer flowers, good looking even without watering it often. You don’t need to worry about forgetting to water your ZZ plants, because they can survive in dry conditions.
Snake Plant
This plant has a beautiful shape and green foliage. They can be susceptible to root rot if watered incorrectly, so make sure you water them often, that they have well-draining soil, and that they are given enough space in the potting mix. Snake plants come in many different varieties, some of which only grow 8 inches tall while others are 12 feet tall.
Iron Plant
Iron plants are a great choice for those looking to experiment with different houseplants. These plants are great for shady areas, but can’t be left outside without direct sunlight and should grow up to be 3-feet tall.
Succulents
Succulents come in all shapes and sizes, but what do they have in common? These plants share a preference for the environment. Suitable houseplants that will look great on your desk or near windowsill are burros tail due its grey green leaves giving them an appearance similar to braided hair!
Spider Plants
The Spider Plant is an easy to care for houseplant that likes living in an apartment environment and any temperature between 55-66 degrees. The plant grows quickly, which means you don’t have to worry about handling or moving the plant much if it starts to outgrow its pot.
Peace Lily
Peace lilies can be a great way to brighten up your apartment, with their dark-green leaves and white bracts. The plant needs a lot of sun, so it’s best if you have enough light in your home for them! When you plant the peace lily it’s best to wait until there is dry top soil available before watering and fertilizing the plant every four months.
Philodendrons
Philodendrons are a beautiful plant and should not be placed in direct sunlight, near windowsills or outside if they are young. Feeding with a liquid fertilizer containing micronutrients monthly during spring/summertime is recommended, and bi-monthly during the winter months.
Lipstick Plant
The Lipstick plant is a beautiful flowering vine that doesn’t require much. Provide bright sunlight, and make sure to give this vining beauty plenty of sun! The Lipstick plant flowers look like miniature tubes of stunning red lip colors, and most types bloom evenly throughout the year.
Rubber Plant
The rubber plant is a houseplant that looks elegant and makes good company in any living space; however, it can get leggy with too much direct sunlight.