Top 3 Indoor Plants for Beginners 🌿
Indoor plants have a plethora of benefits; better air quality, improved mental wellbeing, and they look great! These houseplants are the best place to start your collection. They are all easy to grow and can generally withstand erratic watering, uneven or bad light, and fluctuating temperatures. They will thrive in dorm rooms, offices, and sometimes even dismal corners.
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Pothos
Pothos are notoriously hardy plants, and they some in a variety of leaf sizes and patterns. Some varieties include; Golden, Satin, Marble Queen, and N'Joy. As a houseplant, the plant will grow aggressively from pots or trailing baskets with minimal care. They will easily root in a simple glass of water.
Water: Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings; overwatering can cause root rot.
Light: Bright, indirect light.
Temperature: Plants should be kept at temperatures above 18°c, with ideal temperature range between 20 to 30°c. -
Monstera
Monstera are species of evergreen tropical vines/shrubs that are native to Central America. Monsteras are famous for their natural leaf-holes, and has led to the rise of its nickname, Swiss Cheese Plant. Two main different species of Monstera are cultivated as houseplants - Monstera deliciosa and Monstera adansonii.
Water: Water moderately and evenly, about once a week. Wait until the soil is fairly dry before watering again.
Light: Indirect light, brighter if there is variegation in the plant.
Temperature: Plants should be kept at temperatures above 18°c, with ideal temperature range between 20 to 30°c. -
Spathiphyllum
Spathyphyllum, commonly known as Peace Lilies, are a popular choice for offices and homes. When it comes to indoor plants, peace lily plants are some of the easiest to care for. These lovely plants not only brighten up a living space, but are also excellent at cleaning the air of the room they are in. Most commonly, these plants have dark green leaves and white “flowers.” But what most people think of as the flower is actually a specialized leaf bract that grows hooded over the flowers.
Water: While peace lilies enjoy moist soil, they are more tolerant of underwatering than overwatering.
Light: Peace lilies do well in shadier areas, though they still benefit from indirect light.
Temperature: Plants should be kept at temperatures above 18°c, with ideal temperature range between 20 to 30°c.