Written by Danielle Davis for Your Daily Thread
We know houseplants clean up indoor air quality. Plus, a spot of green makes any space feel more alive. But which ones are options for even the brown thumbs among us? Because having plants wither and wilt all around her can make any well-meaning gardener feel glum.
If you’re looking for those proven to purify pollutants, see How to Grow Fresh Air. But for our purposes, begotten by much trial and error, behold three indoor plants with high marks in effortlessness.
Air plants (aka Tillandsia).
These delicate beauties live in air, so there’s no soil or planting required. That’s right, no dirt. But they do need water. Spritz every day or so if you keep yours in a moist bathroom or soak in a bowl of water once or twice a week to keep them happy elsewhere. (We love this hanging air plant terrarium kit from Flora Grubb. And that augury’s etsy shop will send you three tillies for three months of surprises! )
Snake plant.
Succulents like snake plant require little water and less attention. They also release oxygen at night, making for a great boudoir choice. Fertilize spring and summer and they’ll really thrive.
Eternity Plant (nickname: Zeze).
Thick, shiny leaves make the eternity plant a classy number. Even better, it will live practically forever on neglect, hence the name. Wait to water until soil is completely dry, wipe dust from leaves with a damp cloth every once in a while and you’re good to go forever and ever. Almost.
Any other effortless indoor plant recommendations? Do share!
(Note: some plants are poisonous when ingested, so it’s best to keep them out of reach of pets or tykes.)
