Gardening is an entertaining and rewarding hobby that may seem a bit overwhelming, especially when juggling work and family lives. However, a garden does not necessarily need to be kept outdoors. You can start your own garden right under your roof with some simple but attractive plants that require little attention and maintenance. Below are some houseplants perfect for embarking on your new journey as a gardener.
Jade (crassula ovata)
Certain succulents make perfect houseplants thanks to their ability to retain water for extended periods of time in their fleshy leaves, thus drastically reducing the amount of time you would have to devote to watering. In fact, succulent plants thrive best when watered lightly once every three weeks, and they also grow well when kept in room temperature.
Snake plant (Sansevieria trifasciata)
The snake plant is a simple yet colorful must-have for your home. Thanks to its waxy leaves that also retain water, you will only need to water your snake plant lightly once every ten days during spring, summer, and fall, and only once a month during winter. It can also stay in the same pot for many years so you won’t have to worry about frequent soil changes.
Rabbit’s ear (Kalanchoe tomentosa)
This fuzzy flora is another fun addition to your new garden. Its hairy leaves prevent evaporation, so if you forget to water it for a few weeks it’ll do just fine. This plant is also a fast grower, and you could even snap off a leaf and propagate it on top of the soil to raise a new plant.
String of Pearls (Senecio rowleyanus)
The string of pearls is an alluring plant that can add visual touches to your home. It can also be kept out of the reach of pets or small children when placed in hanging baskets, which make excellent decorations. Like all other succulents, this plant is also drought resistant and only needs to be watered thoroughly once every three weeks.
Paddle Plant (Kalanchoe luciae)
The paddle plant is another unique-looking succulent you can welcome to your home. However, unlike the previously mentioned plants, it’s best to keep the paddle plant under direct sunlight if you wish to bring out brighter red edges on its leaves. Be sure to water it scarcely every few weeks.
Bird’s Nest fern (asplenium nidus)
This plant’s crimped and bright leaves can also make great focal points for your indoor garden. The bird’s nest fern thrives best when kept out of direct sunlight and requires water only once a week. Be sure to trim lightly whenever you deem necessary.
African Violet (Saintpaulia)
If you’re looking to add flowers to your home, the African Violet is just what you need. Because this plant thrives best when the soil and water are at room temperature, it makes it a perfect plant to keep indoors.
Keeping houseplants can add fresh touches to your home, and there is no need to spend hours weeding or trimming your potted plants. Do you know of any other houseplants that are easy to maintain? Let us know in the comments!
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[Source: almanac.com, diynetwork.com, joyusgarden.com, the sill.com, today.com, ]
