The biggest factors to consider when picking out house plants are natural light, humidity levels, and aesthetic.
A little bit of greenery can transform a spaceand breathe new life into a room.
But not all houseplants are created the sameand that means they all won’t thrive in any old place.
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Fortunately, there are more than enough houseplant varieties to suit any dwelling and design style.
“Show off your elegant side with a bird of paradise or rubber tree plant.
Or, show off your colorful and fun side with philodendrons, begonias, or cacti and succulents.”
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Choose plants based on the throw in of sun exposure your living room gets.
Either way, make the space feel special by selecting greenery that’s eye-catching and ready to impress.
Bird of Paradise
Bird of paradise is eye-catching and will easily add interest to your living room.
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Its large green waxy leaves are gorgeous.
Place by a window in your living room for best results.
Low maintenance, this plant only needs to be watered weekly to stay spry.
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The uniform leaves give an aesthetic flair.
Water only once a week to keep this houseplant happy.
Place near a window, and water weekly.
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Begonia will need to be placed by a window and be watered weekly to stay healthy.
Cacti or Succulents
For a calming and low-maintenance plant,choose a succulentfor your living room.
It will need lots of light, but only monthly watering.
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Like the bathroom, the kitchen has a more humid landscape than other rooms.
“Counter space is also limited, so hanging things will be optimal.”
Ferns
Ferns are simple and aesthetic, and they hang well!
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It only requires a little indirect light to stay happy and prefers humidity.
(AKA it’s perfect for the kitchen!)
Talk about a convenient plant!
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This means you might get super creative with where you put it.
Think of a hanging glass vase, or inside of a magnetic pot on your refrigerator.
Because of their small size, they look darling on the window sill in front of your sink.
They only need spritzing daily.
Water every few days.
Pothos are a pretty hands-off house plant, you just need to water it weekly.
“Plants have been shown to boost moods, decrease stress and anxiety” Satch said.
They can be great in the bedroom or in common spaces like the living room and kitchen.
But don’t go overboard with your selectionsan uncluttered space is a calmer space.
One or two plants, max, will suffice.
Its variegated tall leaves exude an aesthetic, modern style.
Water once a month, or when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch.
The rubber tree easily adds comfort to your bedroom with its dark green leaves.
They only need water once per week.
Water weekly and place beside a window for fastest growing results.
Simply water the plant weekly.
Air plants need little attention, and thrive in the bathroom’s tropical environment.
Sprinkle with water dailythis will easily become part of your getting-ready routine.
Give your pothos water once per week, and double-check it gets a little sun for optimal health.
Place it near your bathroom window, and enjoy its peaceful and bright green leaves.
Water just once per week.
“Having a plant in the bedroom can spark creativity and teach responsibility.
Colorful, responsive plants will be key in this mission.”
Succulents
Succulents are perfect for teaching kids how to care for plants.
They are low-maintenance and often have a cool variety of textures and colors that will amaze your kiddos.
They only need to be watered monthly.
Fittonia is known as the nerve plant for this intricate look, which could inspire your child’s creativity.
Water your Fittonia every week to watch it grow.
It’s easy to care for and your kid will love its long trailing stems.
Grow in indirect light, and water weekly.
Pick a plant you wouldn’t mind staring at when you’re searching for inspiration or creativity.
The colorful begonia will surely inspire you as you work with its big purple-red and green leaves.
Place beside a window for optimal care, and water once per week.
The delicate Fittonia will grace your desk perfectly in a small pot.
Studies have also shown that Fittonias can help reduce stress and relieve anxiety, just with its presence alone.
So if your work is stressing you out, consider placing a few Fittonias in sight.
Plus, you’ll only need to water once per week.
And watch out for outdoor pests, too.
Bright begonia will surely welcome your guests with its colorful leaves and beautiful flowers.
They love the sun, so place away from the shaded portion of your porch.
Water weekly, increasing watering intervals with increased light.
These herbs prefer lots of bright light.
Water every other day otherwise.
Plant in a pot and move to somewhere with lots of bright light.
Water your ferns once per week, or more in hot summer conditions.
Light Requirements:Bright to low indirect sunlight and partial shade
