One of my goals for this year was to add some houseplants to the house. Bring more cozy in. So while it is April and I am starting a bit late, it is time!
We have a smaller home and the light in the house has never been all that great. Lots of indirect sunlight. I was so happy to find out I can still have beautiful REAL plants in my house.
Indirect lighting typically refers to any area of your home where sunlight passes through a medium, such as a window shade before reaching a plant. Plants that grow in indirect lighting should be placed in rooms with windows that get sunlight, but in an area that's away from the windows so they are never in the path of direct light.
After doing some research I found five houseplants that will take indirect light well.
Monstera Deliciosa
Commonly referred to as the "Swiss cheese plant," Monstera deliciosa is known for having large leaves with holes that allow dappled sunlight to shine through to the lower leaves. I just got this one and I am so happy!
Chlorophytum Comosum
This is also known as a “Spider” or “Airplane” plant. It is a beautiful decorative houseplant.
Zamioculcas Zamiifolia
Better known as the "ZZ" plant, they are a great way to add foliage to an area of your home that doesn't receive a lot of sunlight. I also got this one!
Aglaonema
This one comes in pink, red, cream, white and gold and besides doing well in low light they are good for those that forget to water as often as they should!! That might be my next one! :)
Fittonias
Popularly known as the "nerve" plant due to its delicately veined, dark green leaves. They are cute and small and would be good tucked into a small grouping to shield it from too much light.
Here is a easy cleaning tip. Add a few drops of lemon oil to cool soapy water. Use a damp cloth to gently wipe leaves and remove dust from plants. With my dogs, my house gets super dusty and I am happy to have this tip!
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