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- Heat mat. A popular choice among houseplant owners is a heat mat. This is especially beneficial in colder seasons when the average room temperature may be lower which can slow down growth rate.
- Hydroponic kit. Perhaps the most common indoor growing system to help with water propagation is a hydroponic kit. As indicated by the name, these growing systems are designed to grow using water.
- Propagation station. If you're looking for a specific system that will help propagate your plants successfully, a propagation station might be just what you need.
- Humidity dome. Plant parents with tropical indoor plants will be aware of the need to increase humidity to keep these plants happy. You can regularly mist them once established, but using a humidity dome when growing plants from seed can also help.
Apr 2, 2024 · 38 Low-Maintenance Indoor Plants That Are Perfect for Beginners. All these plants are easy to care for. Houseplants famously double as decor since they add pops of color and offer a lived-in quality to your home. The good news is you don’t necessarily need a green thumb to care for every houseplant.
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- Dwarf Banana Plant (Musa) Other names: Dwarf Cavendish banana, Banana plant. Renowned for its large tropical foliage, the Dwarf Banana Plant grows well indoors when placed in a large pot and in a bright well-lit area.
- Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia reginae) Other names: Strelitzia, Bird of paradise flower. This South African native is a well-known flowering tropical plant that is sure to impress in any indoor setting.
- Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus lyrata) Other names: Banjo fig, Ficus lyrata bambino. As a central African native, these popular indoor plants are denoted by their fiddle-shaped leaves that are waxy in appearance.
- The Swiss Cheese Plant (Monstera Deliciosa) Other names: Ceriman, Cheese plant. This climbing evergreen plant hails from tropical zones from Mexico to Panama in Central America.
- Iron-Cross Begonia. Known for its striking, two-tone foliage, iron-cross begonia gets its name from the brown markings on its leaves, which resemble the Iron Cross displayed on shields during the Crusades.
- Peacock Plant. One of the boldest, most dramatic foliage plants around, peacock plant has patterned leaves that resemble the tail feathers of its namesake bird.
- Prayer Plant. Prayer plant will fold its pretty leaves together in the dark, creating the impression of praying hands. The green prayer plant (pictured here) is sometimes called rabbit tracks for its purplish brown leaf markings.
- Nerve Plant. The fine network of pink, red, white, or silver veins on each leaf gives nerve plant its common name. It's a sure bet to add color to a brightly lit kitchen or bathroom because it appreciates high humidity and moist soil.
- Spider Plants
- Aspidistras
- Monstera
- Hoyas
- Philodendron Xanadu
- Rubber Plants
- Chrysalidocarpus
- Ceropegia linearis subsp. woodii
- Pilea Peperomioides
- Snake Plant
Spider plants (Chlorophytum) are easy to grow and will reward you with frequent offsets that can be grown on and given to friends. As well as the variegated varieties 'Vittatum' and 'Variegatum', you could also grow 'Lemon', which has fresh green foliage. They look fabulous in hanging containers. Grow out of direct sunlight, and water and feed regu...
As a testament to their toughness, aspidistras are commonly known as cast iron plants. They're hardier than one might think, too, capable of surviving temperatures as low as -5ºC. Lush, broad leaves make them great foliage plants. Grow out of direct sunlight and feed and water regularly from spring to autumn. Buy Aspidistras from Waitrose Garden
One of the best-loved and most popular house plants, monsteras are exotic beauties that will reward the grower with broad leaves with little effort. Grow in a bright spot out of direct sunlight and water regularly while in active growth. Best grown with a moss pole so they can climb. Monstera adansoniiis a smaller though no less attractive alternat...
These twining evergreen climbers bear clusters of richly scented flowers, and enjoy growing in bright shade in a free-draining soil. Hoya carnosa and Hoya kerrii are perhaps the most commonly grown hoyas, but there are many more exciting and easily grown types to branch out into, too. Buy hoya from Waitrose Garden
One of many gorgeous philodendrons to grow as house plants, Philodendron xanadu is a clump-forming species with lobed leaves that enjoys growing in a shady location. Provide it with the humidity it enjoys by misting regularly. Other attractive philodendrons to grow include Philodendron scandens,Philodendron erubescens and Philodendron 'Imperial Red...
Rubber plants, Ficus elastica, are easy evergreens to grow with glossy leaves and a stunning architectural growth habit. There are several cultivars to choose from, such as the variegated 'Tineke', or 'Bali', which has deep green-purple leaves. It's far from the only ficus to grow, though. Others include the fiddle leaf fig, Ficus benghalensis and ...
With masses of upright, divided leaves, Chrysalidocarpus lutescens is bound to make a statement. For a similar look, you could also try growing Howea fosteriana or Chamaedorea elegans, which have slightly larger leaflets. Grow in bright light out of direct sunlight, water well when in active growth and give it a good mist regularly. Buy chamaedorea...
Ceropegia woodiiis a trailing house plant, which makes a fabulous vertical accent for growing indoors. The stems can quickly reach over two metres in length and look lovely draping over the edge of a bookcase or mantelpiece. Very easy to grow, as long as it's not overwatered, it enjoys a bright spot out of direct sunlight. Buy Ceropegia linearis su...
Pilea peperomioides is an easy-to-grow plant with distinctive round, succulentleaves. They're constantly producing offsets so you'll never be short of baby plants to give away as presents. Give it a bright spot out of direct sunlight. Buy Pilea peperomioides from Primrose
The upright, sword-shaped leaves of snake plants (Sansevieria) are instantly recognisable. Sansevieria trifasciata var. laurentii has creamy margins, while Sansevieria zeylandica has lovely striated leaves. Sansevieria masoniana 'Victoria' has much broader leaves. Great for a bright location out of direct sunlight. Buy Snake plants from Waitrose Ga...
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Oct 10, 2023 · Plant these 13 Indoor Plants with Big Leaves in your home now! If you want to improve your interior without splurging a lot of money, grow these large foliage houseplants. The look of stunning huge leaves can be new focal points.
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Oct 27, 2024 · Temperature and Humidity Requirements. To replicate the plant’s natural environment, maintain indoor temperatures between 60-75°F (16-24°C) and keep the plant away from drafts, heaters, or air conditioners. Humidity is crucial; low humidity can cause leaf edges to brown. To increase moisture, mist the leaves, place the plant on a pebble ...
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