Apartment plants are a great way to add some green to any space, and they’re not as hard to maintain as you might think. We’ve got some awesome options for those who live in apartments, dorms, or are just looking for something low-maintenance.

In our fast-paced society, who wants to take a lot of time caring for plants, we all want houseplants which are easy to care for with little time investment. We want plants that fit our wash and rinse lifestyle, we want to leave home for a week, and the plants will still be alive when we walk in the door.


Five of the Best Indoor Apartment Plants:

  • Peace lily – SpathiphyllumPeace lily care is pretty easy and the plant handles lower light levels common to apartments. When Spathiphyllum gets is thirsty it tells you with drooping leaves. Spider plant care is pretty easy as well… their leaves droop when wanting a drink.
  • Soft succulents – These toughies require some indirect light, do well in small pots, store water like a cactus and come in a variety of sizes and colors. Here’s an authoritative guide on succulents and small potted cactus for your small space.
  • Pothos or Philodendron – Most of the varieties grown for indoor use (Neon, Marble Queen, Jade, and Golden pothos), grow downward like an ivy. Lots of colors, although with lower light the colors will not be as vibrant, few pest problems and require limited quantities of water.
  • ZZ PlantThe ZZ plant can survive in just about any setting. They are slow growers and have little demands for water and light, a very unique plant.
  • Aglaonema – One of my favorite groups of plants. Lots of color choices, many new Aglaonemas handle cold much better and tough!
  • Aspidistra – Also know as the tough cast iron plant. This tough as nails houseplant was a favorite in Victorian times along with the Kentia palm. Back then houses were anything but bright and airy – much like apartments! In the Southern United States, you can find Aspidistra growing completely carefree as a groundcover in dense, dark shade.

One note – The Peace lily, Pothos or Philodendron, ZZ plant and the Aglaonema all come from the Araceae family. Sorry that was six, not five choices in our picks for – best plants for an apartment. Now that you know which plants to look for – go get’em!

Comments

Leave a Reply

More From Gardening Calendar

How to Prune Tomato Plants

Pruning tomato plants will boost yields. Teaching your plants and manipulating fruit yield requires time and effort. Read to find our more.

It’s Wild in Puerto Vallarta!

Donate to the Vallarta Botanical Garden and protect wildlife! Be part of a growing effort to purchase and preserve buffer zones where animals and plants can live free from human incursion. Help us document the creatures and plants living in these areas with amazing camera trap and scientific survey results. Your donations are greatly appreciated!

Cubanelle pepper

Learn about Cubanelle Pepper, a beautiful and sweet variety from the Capsicum annuum species, which someone is almost ready to pick. Discover the different techniques for cultivating this pepper after tough times with chipmunks and other pests, plus some tips for growing heritage tomatoes and red orach.

Partridgeberry

Plant partridgeberry to add interest to your garden with its glossy foliage, flowers, and fruit. Native to the eastern US, it's an evergreen ground cover that thrives in woodland/shade gardens, under trees, and in part-shade border fronts or rock gardens. Learn the best tips for successful planting and growing of this plant!

Herbs in the Garden

Discover the taste and freshness of fresh herbs in your meals and garden. Learn about the importance and endless possibilities of incorporating herbs.