Green is goodbut sometimes, you need a little extra pizzazz.
“Caring for these plants is generally the same as for otherindoor plants,” she says.
First off, maintain your plant by removing spent blooms or yellowing foliage.
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This makes sure the energy is directed toward producing new blooms.
But they’re actually not too difficult to grow with the rightorchid care tips.
Use the right soil, and check that to water the plant just as its soil runs dry.
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Kalanchoe
The brightly colored blooms makekalanchoean indoor plant standout.
“This is a succulent-like plant, so it does not need much water.”
They thrive best in direct sun, with moist soil.
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“Allow the water to drain and set back on the saucer in the sunlight.”
She recommends two in particular-the Aechmea Fasciata Pink and the Bromeliad Tillandsia Summer.
Chrysanthemums
Chrysanthemumsmight be right up your alley if you’re looking for an easy indoor flowering plant.
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“Keep the soil moist and verify there is no standing water in the pot.”
“They can take the full sunlight and do not require much water.”
Gloxinias
These easy-to-care-for indoor flowering plants are relatives of the African violet, Mast says.
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The blooms last about two months, and the plants prefer bright, filtered sunlight and moderately moist soil.
Thered “petals"are actually called bracts.
Poinsettias are a holiday-season staple, but can add color to your home long after the New Year.
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It’s a succulent that can bloom throughout the year, as long as its growing conditions are met.
Watering the plant from above could lead to crown rot.
Jasmine
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This beautifully fragrant plant is a favorite houseplant and yard plant.
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Check out specialty growers on Etsy to get inexpensive rooted cuttings of special variegated varieties.
These never go dormant, as long as you properly take care of them, and are summer bloomers.
Amaryllis
Theseforced bulbsare popular in winterespecially around the holidays.
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To encourage the bloom, place them in a sunny, southern-facing window.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, several types of indoor plants can flower year-round.
Several types of indoor flowering plants can thrive in low light.
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