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Best Low-Maintanence Plants for those without a Green Thumb
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items Want to have plants around the house, but you sorely lack a green thumb? Here are some great plants that are low-maintenance as well as some care guides!
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Indoor Plants
Herbs
Outdoors
Succulents
Books
Starter Kits
Indoor Plants
Add some green to your indoor space!
These cute snake plants are almost impossible to kill and are extremely hardy and drought-tolerant, thriving in low to bright indirect light.
Snake Plants
ZZ Plants can handle low to bright indirect light and infrequent watering.
ZZ Plants
Pothos plants are adaptable to various light conditions and are relatively drought-tolerant.
Pothos Plants
Spider Plants thrives in indirect light and average moisture levels. They are easy to propagnate for more plants
Spider plants
Cast Iron plants are one of the toughest houseplants, tolerating low light and neglect.
Cast Iron Plants
Similar to Pothos in care requirements, but with solid green leaves.
How to Grow and Care for Heart-Leaf Philodendron
Herbs
Grow some herbs to add freshness to your cooking!
A fast-growing herb that loves sunlight and well-drained soil. It's a great choice for windowsills and can be used in a variety of dishes.
Sweet Basil
. A hardy and forgiving herb that can tolerate a range of conditions. It's known for its strong flavor and aroma and is excellent in teas and desserts.
Peppermint Mint Herb
. Another resilient herb that thrives indoors with minimal care. It's a versatile herb for cooking and adds a lovely fragrance to the home.
Thyme Herb
. A flexible herb that grows easily indoors, especially on windowsills with medium light.
Parsley Italian Flat Leaf Herb
These small, onion-flavored herbs are easy to grow, even in less sunny spots, and regrow quickly after being cut.
Chives Herb
. An easy-to-grow herb that tolerates lower light levels and cooler temperatures.
Italian Oregano Herb
. Another Mediterranean herb that does well indoors, especially in a sunny window, but requires well-draining soil.
Rosemary Plant
. A fragrant and low-moisture herb that can be used in cooking and is also known for its medicinal properties.
Sage Herb Plant
Outdoors
EAsy to maintain outdoor plants!
Heart shaped leaves with amazing coloring & prefers partial shade over direct sun.
Hostas
Features delicate, feathery leaves that create an elegant trailing effect,.Adapts well to various lighting conditions, grows best in bright, indirect light but can tolerate dappled sun;
Fern Hanging Basket
These gorgeous New Guinea Impatiens are perfect for beginners. They are low maintenance and their heart-shaped petals look beautiful in any garden. prefer a location with full sun in the morning and shade throughout the rest of the day.
Impatiens
Coleus plants are perfect for beds, containers and hanging baskets. They prefer shade or partial shade areas.
Coleus Plants
This is a favorite with scarlet red blooms and compact, bushy leaves in deep green and wiry stems filled with tiny bell-shaped flowers. Coral Bells require moderate watering and well-drained soils. Plant is also deer resistant!
Coral Bells
These plants are simple and straightforward to grow or set up, even for beginners. Whether you're new to gardening or an experienced grower, this plant requires minimal effort to thrive.
Polka Dot Begonias
Ground Cover Vine plants with pretty flowers. They can survive in full sun and sandy soil.
Periwinkle Plants
Succulents
Tiny plants for windowsills and mediation
Tiny bamboo plants for effortless growing. Just add water!
Bamboo Plants
Jade plants are known for their resilience and ability to store water, making them very low-maintenance. They thrive in bright, indirect light and well-draining soil.
Dwarf Jade
Aloe vera is a popular choice, known for its medicinal properties and ability to tolerate neglect. It prefers bright, indirect light and infrequent watering.
Aloe Vera Plant
This succulent forms attractive rosettes and spreads easily, creating a ground cover effect. They prefer full sun and well-draining soil.
Hens and Chicks Plants - Two (2) Live Plants
Many Echeveria varieties are low-maintenance, with beautiful rosette shapes and colors. They prefer bright, indirect light and well-draining soil.
Echeveria Plants
These are called air plants because they don't require soil, but they still need regular watering, bright indirect light, and good air circulation.
Ionantha Air Plants
Books
From identifying exactly what's in the pot to helping it flourish and grow, this is your guide to creating an oasis of happy, flourishing houseplants.
How Not to Kill Your Houseplant: Survival Tips
! Making the leap to becoming a proud plant parent can be intimidating, but it’s incredibly rewarding… and much easier than you think.
Indoor Plant Care 101: Beginner's Guide
Get ready to jump-start your succulent-caring journey. You'll be fascinated and thrilled about what you can achieve by raising your own succulents. Succulents can provide you with a sense of peace and bring out the best in your interior design.
Indoor Succulent Care
This audiobook transforms gardening novices into herb whisperers. Whether you have a vast backyard or a tiny balcony, you'll learn to cultivate an aromatic oasis with ease.
Herb Gardening Made Simple
Starter Kits
The herb grow kit is super simple and easy to use, perfect for garden beginners.
10 Herb Seeds Garden Starter Kit
Grow sunflowers indoors or outdoors.Ideal for gift-giving, suitable for both beginners and experienced gardeners.
Sunflower Seeds Growing Kit
This flower growing kit is super easy to start, and ideal for gardening beginners and daisy flower planting lovers.
Indoor Daisy Garden Starter Kit
Grow colorful indoor flowers with 5 premium seeds: Zinnia, Cosmos, Sunflower, Marigold & Cornflower. Each seed type is individually packaged for freshness and high germination rates
5 Indoor Flowers Growing Kit