It is my sincerest wish that these posts discussing low-maintenance plants assist others as much as they have assisted me with my own knowledge of which plants are best suited for those of us who significantly lack a green thumb. If anything, I think I possess a black thumb with my own personal history of plant homicides, although I do think their deaths could be considered manslaughter, seeing as they were not at all intentional.
I tend to go for fake plants because dusting is the only maintenance they require. But, I’m trying to improve with my plant care tactics, hence why I’m writing these posts. Again, this information comes from housebeautiful.com.
“Boston Fern: This fern needs more humidity than it does sunlight, making it a great kitchen or bathroom plant. That’s why you always see it hanging on Southern front porches, where the light is shady and the air is damp and warm. Spray this low-maintenance plant with a mister in between waterings to keep it looking fresh. Water: Mist daily, water completely every 1-2 weeks. Size: Medium. Care Requirements: Medium indirect light and ample humidity.
“Money Tree: Need some good luck? The money tree plant is purported to bring it—but you won’t need good luck to grow it! Just give it bright indirect light, and turn it occasionally so it grows evenly. In its native habitat, it likes to be near water, so this low-maintenance plant is a good choice if you tend to overwater your plants. Water: Every week or so when the top few inches of soil feel dry. Size: Medium to large. Care Requirements: Regular watering, and be sure to rotate this plant in the sun so all sides grow evenly.
“String of Pearls: With a name this cute, how can you not buy it? This vining succulent that looks like an elegant necklace is a fast grower when given lots of light. Put your string of pearls plant in bright indirect light, and water it when the top few inches of soil feel dry. Water: Every 2 weeks when the top inch of soil is dry. Size: Small to medium. Care Requirements: Bright, indirect light and waterings every few weeks,” the web page explains.
The website lists quite a few more types of low-maintenance plants that I absolutely recommend checking out if you’re like me and could stand to improve your plant longevity.
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