First published: 27 November 2021 @ 6:00 pm
This article is for new plant parents that wonder what some of the great beginner indoor plants are.
Indoor plants are one of the easiest ways to add a beautiful look to your home. They do not require much maintenance and can be a very attractive addition to any home.
However, there is still a category for beginner indoor plants. If you have just moved into a new home or have just moved into a new flat, you may be wondering what types are good for beginners. Here, we’ll tell you.
What are the Best Low Maintenance Indoor Plants?
There are several types of beginner indoor plants that you can grow in your home. They include the following:
#1 Air Plants
These plants do not require much light and thrive in low – light conditions. You can purchase them online or from garden centres and greenery nurseries that sell them in pots or hanging baskets.
They will only need watering occasionally and will die if they remain wet for long periods of time. If you decide to buy an air plant online, make sure that it is grown in a location with lots of light from the sun or even indirect light and has been grown under proper conditions before it is shipped to you.
#2 Peace Lily
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This is a type of greenery that has leaves that resemble ferns. It is usually grown in hanging baskets and has white or greenish-white flowers that bloom during the summer months. They require low, indirect light conditions and do not require much maintenance at all.
They also thrive in warm temperatures and will die if they are exposed to freezing temperatures for long periods of time. Peace lily plants will only need watering occasionally and will die if they remain wet for long periods of time.
#3 Snake Plant
Similar to the previous greenery, snake plants are perfect beginner indoor plants because they require little to no maintenance. They also thrive in low – light conditions and can be placed anywhere in your home. They will only need watering occasionally and will die if they remain wet for long periods of time.
#4 English Ivy
This is a type of beginner indoor plant that is usually grown in hanging baskets and has long green leaves. It also has small white flowers that bloom during the summer months. They require low light conditions and do not require much maintenance at all.
They also thrive in warm temperatures and will die if they are exposed to freezing temperatures for long periods of time. English ivy will only need watering occasionally and will also die if it remains wet for long periods of time.
Where Should I Put My House Plants Indoors?
The best place to put house greenies indoors is in sunny environments that get indirect sunlight. However, you can also place them in a room that receives direct sunlight. This will help them grow faster.
If you do not have a sunny place in your home, you can place them on a windowsill. If they are on a windowsill, make sure to place them in the shade of the window.
The best way to water your indoor plant is to water them every other day. If you water them every day, the green leaves may rot and die.
When you water your indoor plant, make sure to water them deeply. Keep the potting soil moist but not soggy. The potting soil should be kept in a cool and dark place.
How to Create your Personal Plant Sanctuary
Creating a personal beautiful plant sanctuary is a great way to bring beauty and relaxation into your home. It can be as simple as planting a few flowers or adding some hanging greenery. The more decorative the better!
Here are some ideas for creating your personal plant sanctuary:
#1 Hanging plants
You can purchase a couple of hanging baskets from your local home improvement store or nursery. You can also find them online. This is a great way to create a personal space that has flowers but is not overwhelming.
#2 Terrariums
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Terrariums are an excellent way to create a personal plant sanctuary without spending a lot of money on them. All you need is some terrarium soil, potting soil, moss, and other decorative items. You can purchase these items at your local home improvement store or nursery.
You can also create a terrarium by growing small greens in pots. These are inexpensive and will provide you with a great amount of personal space for your plants.
#3 Tabletop planters
If you have a large enough table, you can place a decorative bowl on it and place an indoor plant in it. This is also a great way to create a personal space for them without spending a lot of money.
How to Not Kill Your House Plants
The most common mistake that people make when it comes to houseplants is not watering them enough. However, there are a few other things that can kill your houseplants.
One of the most common ways to kill your indoor plant is to keep them in a too-hot place. Houseplants need a temperature of between 50 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit. If you keep your houseplants in a place that is too hot, they will die.
Here are a few tips to keep your houseplants alive:
- Keep your houseplants away from heaters and air conditioners.
Bad air quality, air conditioners, and heaters can cause your houseplants to become dehydrated.
- Don’t place your houseplants near anything that produces a lot of heat.
If you have a fireplace, place your houseplants away from it. The kitchen is also a place that is usually very hot.
- Avoid using pots and containers that are made of plastic.
Plastic can melt and break, causing a big mess.
- Don’t leave your houseplants outside during the winter.
If you do this, they will freeze. You can place them in a sheltered area during the winter if you have to. If you have an indoor garden, you can keep them inside it.
- Don’t over-water your indoor houseplant.
When you over-water your houseplants, they will become waterlogged and they will die. You should only water them when they don’t have moist soil anymore, when the soil surface is completely dry.
- Avoid using pesticides on your houseplants.
If you use pesticides on your houseplants, they will become toxic.
- Don’t use your houseplants as an ashtray.
If you use your houseplants as an ashtray, they will be covered in soot.
- Don’t use fertilizer on your houseplants.
Fertilizers can cause your houseplants to become sick.
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