Now that the cooler weather is here, bring the foliage inside with these easy to care for beginner house plants
Snake Plant
Snake plant, Sanseveria or mother in laws tongue – there are a number of names for this easy to care for houseplant.
The perfect plant for the new plant parent – drought resistant and tolerates neglect, they prefer bright indirect light however, doesn’t mind low light conditions, slow growing and hardly requires any kind of pruning.
Be mindful that this plant is toxic to cats and dogs
Kentia Palm
The Kentia Palm is a tough plant who isn’t bothered by difficult growing conditions.
They enjoy a bit of shade and because of their long leaves that grow from a narrow base, they are great for filling a corner without taking up much floor-space.
This plant is one of the best for improving air quality in the home, removing toxins such as formaldehyde, ammonia and carbon monoxide from the air, this makes it an ideal home and office plant
Peace Lily
The peace lily get’s it’s name from the white flowers it produces – these are said to represent white flags of surrender.
This plant prefers a position in a warm, bright area with indirect light. Can tolerate lower light conditions, however plants that fail to bloom are usually not getting enough light. Yellowing leaves can indicate that the light is too strong.
Wait until the top layer of soil is dry before watering gently, aim to keep the soil moist but not soggy.
This plant is toxic to both dogs and cats
ZZ Raven
One of the most architectural houseplants you can find, with dark green, glossy leaflets carried on long upright stems. Its upright habit and slow rate of growth means it doesn’t take up too much space and it’s also tolerant of a range of positions – preferring bright indirect light but tolerant of shade also
Fiddle Leaf Fig
A large structural plant which creates a statement in the home, prefers bright indirect light however, will tolerate some direct light
Requires watering weekly during the Spring and Summer months, only water when the top 2 inches of soil is dry, will require significantly less water during the Autumn and Winter.
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