Here are the best houseplants to freshen up your living room with greenery.
Its amazing how much better any room looks (and feels) with greenery.
Even one or two small tabletop plants or a large plant in a corner do the trick.
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The light conditions in your living room are a key factor as to which plants will thrive.
It tolerates a range of light levels.
Though it adapts to low light conditions, it may become spindly or fade.
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Its glossy leaves and vining form are pretty draping over the edges of end tables and bookshelves.
In a houseplant, it is unlikely you will see the eye-catching white or orange flowers.
Over time, It can get leggy, so rotate it every few weeks for more even growth.
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Prune it lightly to maintain its shape.
The sap is a skin-irritant so always wear gardening gloves when handling the plant.
Aglaonema
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Aglaonema is an outstanding plant for adding color without a lot of fuss.
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It is very forgiving if you forget to water it and survives weeks without watering.
It grows to 6 feet tall or more unless pruned.
As the plant ages, the lower leaves drop off, leaving distinctive diamond-shaped leaf scars on the trunk.
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It is a low-maintenance plant with a unique silhouette that works well in corners.
Philodendron Brasil
This variegated form of heartleaf philodendron is easy to grow.
This plant needs moderate but regular watering because it will wilt if it dries out.
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Because it prefers consistent moisture, its a good choice forterrariums.
It doesnt climb or trail but instead has more of a clumping form with foliage growing in clusters.
In bright light, it is a fast grower, reaching 1 to 2 feet in height.
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Peperomia
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Peperomia comes in many varieties with puckered, heart-shaped, or textured leaves.
It tolerates low light but will not grow as vigorously as in ample light.
Add a moss pole, trellis, or stakes to cling onto with its aerial roots.
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Rotate the pot regularly so that it grows more evenly.
Tiny white, star-shaped flowers appear in its cascading, grass-like green or variegated foliage in the summer.
Too much water can lead to root rot.
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Be careful not to overwater your houseplants.
Most prefer to dry out a little in between waterings.
To check the moisture, poke your finger into the soil.
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If soil sticks to it, your plant doesnt need to be watered.
Wait another day and check again.
In general, plants do better in slightly dry conditions than in overly wet conditions.
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Avoid too much sun exposure, which can burn the leaves.
The prayer plant thrives inhigher humidityand benefits from misting.
The right amount of light makes a big difference in the appearance of its green, fleshy leaves.
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It’s a slow grower, eventually reaching 2 to 4 feet in height and width.
If the light conditions in your living room are suboptimal, useLED grow lights.
Money Tree
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The trunk of the money tree is one of a kind.
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Made up of three to five plants braided together to form one plant, it supports glossy green foliage.
It is one of the plants toadd to your home for good luck.
Peace lilies like their soil slightly moist sowater as needed.
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Yucca cane is very easy to care for, making it an excellentplant for beginners.
It tolerates low light conditions though it grows more slowly with less light.
Avoid placing it near an AC unit or a radiator.
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It thrives in moderate to high humidity but also does fine in average room humidity.
Cast Iron Plant
With its stiff leaves, this tough plant lives up to its name.
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