Houseplants
benefit us in many ways. They brighten our homes; help change our moods and
even clean the air. A common question we get is "will this plant do okay
if I don't have a lot of sun light?" To answer the question, it’s
important to know that all plants need a consistent source of light. How much
light they require depends on where they originated. Many houseplants grow
naturally in shaded areas, out of direct sun. They make good choices for areas
in our homes or offices that don’t receive a lot of natural light, such as an
East-facing or North-facing window. This includes, but isn’t limited to Sansevieria,
Aglaonema, ZZ plant, Spathiphyllum and Pothos plants.
The
distinct ornamental foliage of Aglaonema or Chinese Evergreens makes them a standout
display in your room or office. A slow growing plant, Chinese Evergreens like
to be pot bound so don’t be in a hurry to repot them. Water thoroughly, then
let the soil dry out slightly before you water again.
The
Snake Plant (Sansevieria)is an easy to grow succulent, very tough and durable
and very tolerant of low light. Some varieties can grow two to three feet
tall. Water liberally, then let the soil dry out a little before you water
again. This is a great choice if you’re just learning how to care for
houseplants.
The
ZZ (Zamioculcas Zamifolia) plant is a slow-growing plant that tolerates
less-than-perfect conditions indoors. It does well in low-light areas and
tolerates low humidity conditions very well.
Peace lilies (Spathiphyllum) will produce lush, dark
green leaves year-round with minimal light. white, leaf-like flowers, but they
make super pretty houseplants even without the blooms.
Also
known as Devils Ivy, pothos is a super easy houseplant that can be grown in a
hanging basket or in a pot on the table or desk. There are many varieties
to choose from.
Artificial
light can be added to supplement natural light for
a few hours each day. Common types of lighting include LED
and fluorescent, as well as incandescent.
When
it comes to feeding your houseplants during the winter months, choose a
kelp-based, low concentration fertilizer. This will keep the root system strong
and support healthy foliage. Plan to feed your plants every three to four weeks.
These
are five good choices for low light conditions. There are many more. Stop by. We’ll
be glad to help you pick the plants that will match the conditions in your home
and office.
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