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Six Best Houseplants for Low Light
Most people think that they need a lot of sunlight with a green thumb to grow gorgeous houseplants, but this isn’t necessarily true. Yes, houseplants require some care, but you can find options that are forgiving, easy to care for, and that thrive in low-light conditions. Some houseplants even do better in shaded environments. If you’re looking for plants that like less like, we’ll outline a few for you.
- Devil’s Ivy
First up is the Devil’s Ivy. This plant is better known as Pothos. It gets the name because this is a very low-maintenance plant that grows vines in the worst possible conditions without a problem. It’s extremely hardy, difficult to kill, and it loves lower light conditions. However, it can choke out other plants around it, so be sure it’s the only plant in the container. This plant likes moderate moisture, but it can tolerate drought.
- Silver Pothos
This is another low-maintenance vine that features pretty heart-shaped leaves. This is a vining plant that has silver markings that can help make it stand out. The silver markings will get more striking and brighter in higher light conditions, but they can turn green in lower-light conditions. They do well in low lighting, and they’ll have a slightly slower growth habit.
- Dieffenbachia
This slightly larger plant does best in filtered light. So, if you have it by a window, try putting a barrier between it and the glass, like a curtain, to prevent burning. This is especially important in the spring in summer months when the plant grows new leaves. It produces light green leaves with a darker green border. This plant will grow upwards instead of spreading out, and the larger leaves drape gracefully.
- Spider Plants
This is a favorite plant for beginner gardeners because it’ll adapt quickly to different environments without damage. This adaptability also makes it easy to grow, and it’s easy to breed by cutting off small sprigs and rooting them. It does best in indirect light, and it’ll tolerate drought. It has long, thin leaves with a bright green stripe in the center.
- Calathea
Anyone who has pets or kids around their home will like this nontoxic addition. You get deep green leaves with flecks of red and pink to help liven it up. It loves moderate or low lighting conditions with lightly moist soil. The leaves grow upwards on slender stems to create an eye-catching look.
- ZZ Plant
If you want a unique plant to add a pop of bright green and texture to your space, try the ZZ Plant. You get thicker waxy green foliage that can also come in black shades, and it doesn’t like a lot of light or water. So, if you forget to water it for a while, it’ll bounce back without any damage.
Contact Evergreen Landscaping
Do you want more ideas on plants that like lower light conditions? If so, contact us. Our friendly and professional staff are ready and willing to help match your plants to your lighting conditions. We can also give you advice on how to keep each houseplant healthy and thriving in virtually any environment.