Low-Maintenance Plants

The living room is often the center of the home, where people gather to relax and socialize. It's a great space to showcase your personal style, and it should be comfortable and inviting. If you're looking for low-maintenance plants to add to your living room, consider some of these options:

ZZ Plant

The ZZ plant stems grow in an elegant, wand-like shape that starts thick and bulbous at the base and then tapers to a point. Along the stem are plump, oval-shaped leaves. The whole plant has a glossy, waxy coating that makes it look artificial from a distance. ZZ plants are easy to grow and make excellent houseplants for beginners. They're known for being tough and drought-tolerant, and they can tolerate a wide range of growing conditions.

Ficus Lyrata

Known for the visual impact it gives to any indoor space, the Ficus Lyrata, also known as Fiddle-leaf Fig is undoubtedly a stunner and a top choice for anyone looking for a focal point at home or in the office. Its broad and iconic, violin-shaped leaves and striking veins earned this plant its name.

This plant is not just a pretty face, it's also one of the most popular houseplants because it doesn't require too much maintenance. It can be placed in any room and will do well in either low or bright light. The Ficus Lyrata is also known to be tolerant of drafts, making it a perfect plant for homes with less than ideal conditions. If you want more information about this plant before you buy, check out the Ficus section of our Plant Glossary.

Philodendron Brasil

The Philodendron Brasil is a trailing plant that is perfect for anyone looking for something to add some color and life to their space. It's easy to care for and can tolerate both high and low light conditions. Maintain the glossy leaves of a Philodendron Brasil by using a clean cloth to wipe off the top and reveal a healthy shine. This will also help the plant absorb more light and continue its variegation. If you want more information about this plant before you buy, check out the Philodendron section of our Plant Glossary.

Pothos

Pothos is a classic houseplant that is perfect for anyone looking for an easy-to-care-for plant. It thrives in both high and low light conditions and is known for being very tolerant of neglect. Its attractive leaves have splotches of greens and creams, a beautiful contrast to make any space look livelier. The Pothos NJoy foliage has an impressive vining habit and will naturally crawl up a wall, a stick or elegantly tumble down from its pot as it grows. If you want more information about this plant before you buy, check out the Pothos section of our Plant Glossary.

The kitchen is often the heart of the home, where people gather to cook and socialize. It's a great space to showcase your personal style, and it should be comfortable and inviting. If you're looking for low-maintenance plants to add to your kitchen, consider some of these options:

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is a succulent that is easy to care for and makes a great addition to any kitchen. It thrives in bright light and can tolerate being neglected for long periods of time. Aloe vera is known for its medicinal properties and can be used to treat burns, cuts, and other skin conditions. If you want more information about this plant before you buy, check out the Aloe Vera

section of our Plant Glossary.

Ruby Rubber Plant

Rubber plants make a great addition to any kitchen because they are easy to care for and thrive in bright light. They are also known to be very tolerant of neglect. Rubber plants can grow to be quite large, so be sure to choose a pot that is large enough to accommodate the plant's growth. It is also best to clean the rubber plant’s leaves regularly with a soft cloth or sponge to keep it glossy and dust-free.  

Hanging Tradescantia Nanouk

The lush leaves of this trendy plant are remarkably healthy, strong and plump making it an appealing choice for houseplant lovers. The Tradescantia is indigenous to North and South America and was originally introduced as an ornamental plant. It can now be found in many different parts of the world.

This plant does best in bright, indirect sunlight but can tolerate lower light conditions. It's a fast grower and will quickly fill out its pot. Be sure to provide some support for the plant as it grows, such as a trellis or moss pole, to help it stay healthy and bushy. If you want more information about this plant before you buy, check out the Tradescantia section of our Plant Glossary.

The bathroom is often one of the most humid rooms in the house, making it a great place to grow plants. There are a variety of low-maintenance plants that thrive in this environment, such as:

Ferns

Ferns are a classic bathroom plant because they thrive in high humidity and indirect light. They are also relatively easy to care for, making them a great choice for anyone looking for a low-maintenance plant. Ferns come in a wide range of sizes, shapes, and colors, so you can find one that fits your space and style. Be sure to water your fern regularly and mist the leaves with water to keep the humidity high. If you want more information about this plant before you buy, check out the Fern section of our Plant Glossary.

Jewel Orchids

the Jewel Orchids are a beautiful and elegant addition to any bathroom. They thrive in high humidity and indirect light, making them the perfect plant for this environment. Jewel Orchids are best known for their red and green textured leaves, with crystalline veins running through the leaves. They also produce small white or pale yellow flowers. The Jewel Orchids are actually incredibly low-maintenance houseplants.

Bromeliads

Bromeliads are another great option for the bathroom because they thrive in high humidity and indirect light. They are also relatively easy to care for, making them a great choice for anyone looking for a low-maintenance plant. Bromeliads come in a wide range of sizes, shapes, and colors, so you can find one that fits your space and style. Be sure to water your bromeliad regularly and mist the leaves with water to keep the humidity high.

The bedroom is often a calm and serene space, so it's no surprise that many people choose to grow plants in this room. There are a variety of low-maintenance plants that thrive in this environment, such as:

Bird of Paradise

Considered as the queen of the indoor plant world, the Bird of Paradise is a popular pick for anyone wanting a tropical flair for their interior space. It's a large plant, so it's best suited for bigger bedrooms. The Bird of Paradise does well in bright, indirect sunlight but can tolerate lower light conditions. Be sure to water your plant regularly and mist the leaves with water to keep the humidity high. If you want more information about this plant before you buy, check out the Bird of Paradise section of our Plant Glossary.

Monstera deliciosa

The Monstera deliciosa is definitely a top pick for houseplant lovers. While some plants plainly add greenery and air purification to a space, Monsteras are unique because they are effortlessly stylish and decorative, like treasured furniture.  Monsteras are also known as Swiss cheese plants because of the characteristic holes that form in their leaves as they mature. They're fast-growing vines that can reach up to 20 feet in length, making them a great choice for anyone looking for a statement plant. The Monstera deliciosa does well in bright, indirect sunlight but can tolerate lower light conditions. Be sure to water your plant regularly and mist the leaves with water to keep the humidity high. If you want more information about this plant before you buy, check out the Monstera section of our Plant Glossary.

Ficus Lyrata

The Ficus Lyrata, more commonly referred to as the Fiddle-leaf Fig, is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a beautiful and attention-grabbing plant. The Fiddle-leaf Fig is a large plant that can reach up to 10 feet in height, making it a great choice for anyone looking for a statement plant. The Ficus Lyrata does well in bright, indirect sunlight but can tolerate lower light conditions. Be sure to water your plant regularly and mist the leaves with water to keep the humidity high. If you want more information about this plant before you buy, check out the Ficus section of our Plant Glossary.