Easy Care Houseplants
Whether you're new to plants or have a green thumb, easy care plants are just what everyone needs in their home. When it comes to having indoor plants, there are a few things you should know. Read this blog to learn more about easy care houseplants.
Plants 101
Plant Guide
Are you a plant novice or just looking for a houseplant that isn’t so high maintenance? We’ve compiled a list of easy-care house plants and some of the basic tips that go along with them. Additionally, these are all great gift items if you’re looking for something green to gift
Less is better. Sometimes too much care is overwhelming for your plant, and you just have to let Mother Nature do its job. If you live somewhere with a hot, humid environment it can do your plant some good to just put it outside sometimes when you know it’s going to rain. Rainwater is miracle water for houseplants!
Keep your plant in the same place. Don’t try to move your plant from the bathroom to your office, to the kitchen too often because plants need to acclimate to their new environments.
Unsure about how to properly water your plant? A good soak is always a better option than a light sprinkle of water. You’ll want to let the water soak thru until it goes out thru the drainage holes of your pot. This will ensure that all the roots have gotten a good drink.
Thinking about repotting? Hold that thought. Wait to repot until your plant has outgrown its current pot and is clearly getting too large for the pot and/or at least two weeks after you’ve got it. Plants can experience stress just like we can, so if you just bought a plant we suggest giving it at least two weeks so it can get used to its new home.
Which fertilizer should you use? Easy care houseplants don't need fertilizer as often as you think. You can even skip using it and your plant will be fine. If you do decide to test out a fertilizer, we suggest doing so during the growing season and using an all-purpose fertilizer (these can be found at any home/garden store).
Monstera
These are a popular, easy-care plant that's well known for their unique, fenestrated leaves. When given the proper care, they’re also very fast growers.
Watering: Prefers soil that’s slightly moist. You’ll want to let the top layer of soil dry out between waterings.
Lighting: Bright, indirect light. Try to keep them out of the direct sun to prevent burning the leaves
Humidity: To help promote a tropical climate, you’ll want moderate to high humidity. You can use a humidifier or frequently mist the plants
Zamioculcas Zamiifolia ‘ZZ Plant’
This is another fan favorite in the easy plant category and they’re known for also being able to survive the 9-5 office environment. They can grow under fluorescent lights and are a great plant to keep at your desk if you need to brighten up your space with some greenery.
Watering: Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings
Lighting: Bright, indirect light. Make sure it’s not in direct sun as it may burn the leaves
Humidity: Low to moderate - These will be okay if they’re not in a high humidity environment.
Sansevieria
If you’re a plant person, you know these are very easy to care for! Another plus is that they are low-light tolerant so you can put them in a room that might not have the perfect light conditions. They have tall, sharply-pointed, sword-shaped leaves and are easily adaptable.
Watering: Allow soil to partially dry and make sure it doesn’t stay too wet.
Lighting: Bright, indirect light but can tolerate low light environments
Humidity: Low to moderate - These will be okay if they’re not in a high humidity environment.
Pothos
A fast-growing low-maintenance plant with variegated marble patterned leaves. It's typically grown as a hanging plant but can also be attached to a totem for an impressive climbing plant.
Watering: Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings
Lighting: Bright, indirect light. Make sure it’s not in direct sun as it may burn the leaves
Humidity: To help promote a tropical climate, you’ll want moderate to high humidity. You can use a humidifier or frequently mist the plants
Ficus 'Tineke' (Rubber Plant)
This easy-care plant can be kept as a smaller/medium-sized plant or you can let them grow and they can become a larger houseplant in your home. They’re known for their large, glossy leaves and they look great in any room.
Watering: Prefers soil that’s slightly moist. You’ll want to let the top layer of soil dry out between waterings.
Lighting: Bright, indirect light. Make sure it’s not in direct sun as it may burn the leaves
Humidity: Low to moderate - These will be okay if they’re not in a high humidity environment.
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