Do you love the extra greenery that plants bring to a space but don’t have the patience to care for a houseplant? Don’t give up just yet! We’ve compiled a list of seven low-maintenance plants that are perfect for newbie houseplant owners. They’re durable and can withstand a little neglect every once in awhile.
1. Rubber Plant
Quick Care Tips: Place your rubber plant in an area with low light. A good measure for the proper brightness of a room is to keep the plant where one’s shadow can be easily seen on the wall behind the plant throughout the course of the day. Water only when the soil becomes slightly dry. If you see yellow leaves that means you have been watering the plant too much.
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2. Philodendron
Quick Care Tips: Philodendron plants need bright, indirect sunlight. If the leaves are yellowing, the plant is getting too much light. Water only when the top inch of soil dries out.
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3. Norfolk Island Pine
Quick Care Tips: The Norfolk Island Pink requires ample light but never direct sunlight. The plant enjoys an evenly moist environment so the soil should be kept most but well drained.
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4. Croton
Quick Care Tips: Keep this plant in warm temperatures and away from drafts. The soil should be evenly moist and never dry out.
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5. Chinese Evergreen
Quick Care Tips: Allow this plant to dry out between waterings. The Chinese Evergreen flourishes in filtered light to partial shade and never direct sunlight.
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6. Dumb Cane Plant
Quick Care Tips: Bright filtered light to partial shade of patios is perfect for this plant. Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy.
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7. Striped Dracaena
Quick Care Tips: Keep this plant away from drafty areas in a place with filtered light. The soil needs to be evenly moist for the plant to thrive.
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Great info. I try to offer low maintenance plants for my customers. The Norfolk Island Pine is one I hadn’t thought of. Thanks!