Ask the Expert: Is potted daffodil OK in office without window?
I want to get a potted daffodil, but not sure if it will do well in an office without a window. What kind of light will it need? How much watering?
And what kind of plant would do well in such an office?
Thanks. Joanna
Reply:
Joanna,
Potted daffodils would not be my choice for an office plant. Why? Because as a potted plant they are short lived. When I send potted daffodils to someone, I assume that they will enjoy them for a short period of time and then plant them in their garden. If you want a plant that will do well in your office try a Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen), Anthurium (Flamingo Flower) or a Beaucarnea (Ponytail Palm). There are other houseplants that will do well in an office such as yours. However, I have personally grown the above plants in an office without a window and they do quite well. The fluorescent light seems to be enough to sustain these plants. I usually water them once a week (the ponytail can go a little longer without water). I think you will enjoy one of these plants in your office. Good luck and keep me posted.