Plant Care Guides

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Monstera Deliciosa

Monstera deliciosa

The Swiss Cheese Plant is beloved for its dramatic, fenestrated leaves. Native to the tropical rainforests of southern Mexico and Central America, Monstera deliciosa is an easy-care climbing aroid that thrives indoors. Its iconic split leaves have made it one of the most popular houseplants worldwide.

Bright indirect Weekly Easy

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Pothos

Epipremnum aureum

Often called Devil's Ivy for its near-indestructible nature, Pothos is one of the most forgiving houseplants available. Its trailing vines and heart-shaped leaves make it perfect for beginners and experienced plant parents alike. With dozens of stunning varieties and a tolerance for neglect, it's the plant that started many a houseplant obsession.

Low to bright indirect Weekly Very Easy

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Snake Plant

Dracaena trifasciata

Also known as Mother-in-Law's Tongue, Snake Plants are nearly indestructible. Their architectural, upright leaves add bold structure to any space while requiring minimal care. Recently reclassified from Sansevieria to Dracaena, these succulents are among the hardiest houseplants you can own — perfect for beginners, frequent travelers, or anyone who wants greenery without the fuss.

Low to bright indirect Every 2-3 weeks Very Easy

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Fiddle Leaf Fig

Ficus lyrata

The Fiddle Leaf Fig is a showstopping statement plant with large, violin-shaped leaves that can grow up to 15 inches long. Native to the tropical rainforests of West Africa, it's more demanding than some houseplants — but its dramatic architectural foliage has made it one of the most sought-after indoor trees. With consistent care and the right conditions, a Fiddle Leaf Fig rewards you with stunning growth.

Bright indirect Weekly Moderate

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Peace Lily

Spathiphyllum

Peace Lilies are elegant flowering plants that thrive in low light — a rare combination in the houseplant world. Their graceful white spathes (often mistaken for petals) and glossy dark green foliage make them popular for homes and offices alike. As one of NASA's top air-purifying plants, they remove common indoor toxins while adding a touch of tropical elegance to any room.

Low to medium indirect Weekly Easy

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Spider Plant

Chlorophytum comosum

Spider Plants are classic houseplants known for producing adorable baby plantlets that dangle from long arching stems like spiders on a web. They're incredibly resilient, non-toxic to cats and dogs, and perfect for beginners. Few plants are as satisfying to propagate — a single mature spider plant can produce dozens of babies each year that you can root and share.

Bright indirect Weekly Very Easy

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ZZ Plant

Zamioculcas zamiifolia

The ZZ Plant is virtually indestructible, with waxy, dark green leaves that stay glossy even through weeks of neglect. Native to eastern Africa, it stores water in thick underground rhizomes that allow it to survive drought conditions other houseplants couldn't handle. Perfect for forgetful waterers, dim offices, and anyone who wants a polished look with zero fuss.

Low to bright indirect Every 2-3 weeks Very Easy

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Philodendron

Philodendron spp.

Philodendrons are a diverse genus of over 400 tropical species, ranging from compact vining heartleaf types to dramatic self-heading varieties with massive split leaves. Native to Central and South American rainforests, they're among the easiest tropical plants to grow indoors — fast-growing, forgiving, and available in an incredible range of leaf shapes and colors.

Medium to bright indirect Weekly Easy

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Rubber Plant

Ficus elastica

Rubber Plants are bold statement plants with thick, glossy leaves in deep green or dramatic burgundy. A close relative of the Fiddle Leaf Fig but significantly easier to care for, they offer the same impressive, tree-like presence without the fussy temperament. Available in several stunning color varieties, Rubber Plants can grow into impressive 6-8 foot indoor trees with proper care.

Bright indirect Every 1-2 weeks Easy

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Aloe Vera

Aloe barbadensis miller

Aloe Vera is a succulent famous for its soothing, medicinal gel used for burns, skincare, and natural remedies. Native to the Arabian Peninsula, it's been cultivated for thousands of years. Beyond its healing properties, Aloe Vera is low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, and produces offsets (pups) you can share with friends — making it both practical and rewarding to grow.

Bright indirect to direct Every 2-3 weeks Easy

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Succulents

Various genera (Echeveria, Sempervivum, Sedum, Haworthia, etc.)

Succulents are drought-tolerant plants with thick, fleshy leaves that store water. Found on every continent except Antarctica, they range from tiny rosettes to towering columns. Their low-maintenance reputation makes them favorites for beginners, but understanding their specific needs — especially around watering and light — is the key to keeping them thriving rather than just surviving.

Bright direct to indirect Every 1-3 weeks Easy

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Calathea

Calathea spp. (now reclassified as Goeppertia)

Calatheas are stunning tropical foliage plants known for their intricately patterned, colorfully painted leaves. Native to the rainforest floors of Central and South America, they belong to the prayer plant family (Marantaceae) and share the characteristic habit of folding their leaves upward at night — a phenomenon called nyctinasty. While calatheas have a reputation for being finicky, understanding their need for humidity, consistent moisture, and indirect light makes them very manageable.

Medium indirect When top inch dry Moderate

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String of Pearls

Curio rowleyanus (formerly Senecio rowleyanus)

String of Pearls is a striking trailing succulent native to the dry regions of southwest Africa. Its cascading stems of perfectly round, pea-shaped leaves can grow several feet long, making it a dramatic choice for hanging baskets, high shelves, or trailing over the edge of a pot. Each bead-like leaf has a translucent 'window' that lets light penetrate deep into the leaf for photosynthesis — an adaptation to its arid homeland. While it has a reputation as a tricky plant, success comes down to bright light, sparse watering, and well-draining soil.

Bright indirect to direct Every 1-2 weeks Moderate

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Orchid

Phalaenopsis (Moth Orchid)

Phalaenopsis orchids are the most popular houseplant orchid, prized for their long-lasting blooms that can persist for 2–3 months. Despite their exotic reputation, moth orchids are surprisingly adaptable to typical home conditions. The key to success is understanding that they're epiphytes — in nature they grow on tree branches, not in soil — which changes everything about how you water, pot, and feed them.

Bright indirect Every 7-10 days Moderate

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Chinese Money Plant

Pilea peperomioides

The Chinese Money Plant has become one of the most sought-after houseplants thanks to its distinctive round, coin-shaped leaves on delicate stems. Originally from Yunnan province in southern China, it was spread through European plant communities by cuttings long before it became commercially available. Pilea peperomioides is a generous producer of baby plants (pups), making it easy to share — which earned it the nickname 'friendship plant.'

Bright indirect Every 7-10 days Easy

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Boston Fern

Nephrolepis exaltata 'Bostoniensis'

The Boston Fern is one of the most iconic and enduringly popular indoor ferns, prized for its arching, feathery fronds that spill dramatically from hanging baskets and elevated pots. Native to humid tropical and subtropical regions from Florida to Central and South America, it has been grown as a houseplant since the Victorian era. Beyond its classic beauty, Boston Ferns are celebrated for their air-purifying properties and the fractal geometry of their fronds — a repeating pattern of pinnate leaflets that scientists link to focus restoration and stress reduction through Attention Restoration Theory. If you can provide consistent humidity and moisture, the Boston Fern rewards with lush, cascading growth year-round.

Bright indirect Keep consistently moist Moderate

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Rosemary

Salvia rosmarinus (formerly Rosmarinus officinalis)

Rosemary is an aromatic evergreen herb native to the dry, sun-drenched coastal hills of the Mediterranean. Unlike the tropical houseplants in most indoor collections, it evolved in rocky, nutrient-poor soil with full sun and minimal rainfall — which translates to a houseplant with fundamentally different needs: maximum light, very little water, and dry air. Growing rosemary indoors successfully is mostly about resisting the urge to overwater and finding your sunniest window. Reward yourself with the culinary treasure growing on your windowsill, and enjoy the focus-enhancing aromatherapy benefits that research has linked to improved alertness and memory.

Full sun When soil is dry Easy-Moderate

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Dracaena

Dracaena spp.

Dracaenas are one of the most forgiving houseplants you can own. With their bold, strap-like leaves in deep green, yellow-edged, or tri-color combinations, they bring a tropical, architectural quality to any room. Native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and parts of southern Asia, dracaenas tolerate low light, infrequent watering, and dry indoor air — making them a top pick for offices, beginners, and anyone who travels.

Low to bright indirect Every 2–3 weeks Easy

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Peperomia

Peperomia spp.

Peperomias are a diverse genus of over 1,000 species — compact, low-maintenance houseplants that come in a striking range of leaf shapes, textures, and colors. From the waxy, coin-shaped leaves of Peperomia obtusifolia to the deeply textured, watermelon-striped leaves of P. argyreia, there's a peperomia for every taste and space. They're ideal for beginners, apartment dwellers, and anyone who wants a beautiful collection without a demanding care routine.

Medium to bright indirect Every 1–2 weeks Easy