No Green Thumb? No Problem!

Indoor plants not only add a touch of personality to your home, but they also create a natural air filtration system. With the wide variety of different plants, there are many that require low maintenance and are easy to care for. Here are a few tips and popular plants to give everyone a green thumb.

Almost Indestructible Plants

Succulents - These plants need little water and can live in their pots for an extended amount of time. Aloe Vera is a great succulent to start with.

Bamboo - Bamboo brings beauty and luck into your home. These plants are popular indoor plants because of their lack of maintenance. Bamboos grow in water and require little watering and low light. If you forget to water your bamboo and it looks a little dead, no worries! Bamboo plants will come back alive after a little water.

Spider Plants - A plant that keeps on giving. Spider plants hang beautifully in your home or live in a pot. They often grow 2 to 3 feet long, so repotting them may be a possibility.

Pothos - Like bamboo, pothos grow in water and can go days without it. These plants are the closest to indestructible as one can be.

Plant Hacks

Inspect your plants. Before you bring them home, ensure there are no signs of pests or insects.

Find a perfect home - Based on your plant you may need to place the plant in direct or indirect sunlight or a place with the perfect temperature.

Use eggshell water - Adding eggshells to your water adds natural fertilizer for your plants.

Add packing peanuts for proper drainage - Pack half of your pot with packing peanuts to create a proper drainage system.

Give your plant a haircut - Most plants require haircuts or pruning to keep their beauty alive.

Plants are a wonderful addition to your home. Don't be discouraged if your past plants didn't make it long…there is an option out there for everyone!