How to Maintenance Indoor Plants that Don’t Need Much Sunlight

1. Snake Plant

The snake plant (Sansevieria species) is a low-maintenance plant that not only looks beautiful but is also an excellent air purifier. They can live in any corner of the home as it requires only low-light. It’s an ideal first plant that is relatively inexpensive and can live very long.

2. Areca Palm

If you are looking for a tall, leafy plant, the areca palm may be a good fit. If space allows, this plant can grow up to 30 feet. But as long as you keep it in a small container, the size will be stunted. Make sure you don’t keep it in direct sunlight or the leaves will turn yellow. You should also ensure that you don’t water this plant too much – just enough to keep the soil moist.

3.  Fern

Ferns are lush plants that will grow well indoors and outdoor. They do need moderate levels of sunlight and you must water the plants daily to make sure that the soil is kept moist. They look great in hanging pots, so get yourself a few to hang by a sunny window. Thriving for over 300 million years, ferns are some of the oldest plants in the world. They are known for their ability to survive in various types of environments.

4. Aloe Vera

Maintenance does not get much lower than it does for aloe vera plants. You only need to water this cool-looking plant when the soil is dry. But do make sure that it’s kept by a sunny window. Once repotted, do not water it for a few days (until the roots have had time to settle). Aloe vera is known to be used in many DIY beauty regimes like a homemade face mask. They are also great for clearing formaldehyde and benzene (a byproduct of cleaning products, paints, etc.) from the air.

5. Basil

Basil is a great plant that you can keep in a pot on your kitchen window sill. This little plant helps to purify the air. It also has many medicinal properties and can be used in your cooking. All it requires is a little watering and this plant will thrive.

6. Money Plant

One of the most popular low light indoor plants, the money plant (pothos) is easy to grow in soil and water. It’s also known as ‘devil’s Ivy’ because it’s almost impossible to kill. All you need to do is get a clipping and place it in a pot with water or soil. This plant does not require much sunlight and people keep them all over the house, including the bathroom. They also look great in a hanging pot as the leaves hang down. According to feng shui principles, keeping the money plant in your home helps create a harmonious and prosperous environment.

7. Lucky Bamboo

The lucky bamboo is not a member of the bamboo family, even though the shoots look similar, but is actually a member of the Dracaena genus. These are usually grown in water and much like the money plant, these plants are also extremely low maintenance. They do really well in some light, but can also thrive in shadier areas. According to feng shui practice, lucky bamboo plants bring good luck and prosperity to the owner, especially if it was gifted by someone.

 

 

 

 

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