Easy to Grow Houseplants: How to Care for Succulents in Winter and More

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Succulent

The good news? Succulents barely require any water. So if you forget to give ’em a drink every now and then, that’s actually probably a good thing!

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Aloe Vera

Speaking of air purifying, this healing plant gets rid of formaldehyde and benzene — a.k.a. the stuff found in varnishes and detergents. Aloe loves sunshine, so be sure to stick it in a spot that gets a lot of light — like the kitchen windowsill. Plus, if you accidentally burn your hand, you can soothe it in an instant.

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Staghorn Fern

These ferns may look intimidating, but they’re actually easy to grow. They only require moderate moisture and don’t need a ton of sun. Not to mention, they look hella stylish mounted on a piece of wood or in a basket.

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Snake Plant

The perfect plant doesn’t exi … This yellow-tipped succulent releases oxygen at night, helping you to breathe better while sleeping, so it’s perfect to put in your bedroom. Just be careful not to overwater, as the Snake Plant requires very little.

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Zebra Plant

Need a plant for your bathroom? Look no further. The Zebra Plant — which is striped like the animal — thrives in tropical rainforests, so it does well in the loo, where there’s a high level of humidity.

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Spider Plant

Similar to the Zebra Plant, the Spider Plant loves the heat. So crank your thermostat or put it near a bathroom and it’ll thrive — (65-75°F/18-24°C) suits it perfectly.

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Bromeliads

Let’s be honest, winter can be gray and dreary, so if you want to add a lil color into your space, Bromeliads should be your go-to. The best part? They don’t need full sunlight and actually grow better in shady spots. So if you’re worried about finding a space for it on the sill, well, you don’t need to.

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Peace Lily

The Peace Lily, also known as a closet plant, is a popular choice for offices and homes because it’s so easy to care for. It enjoys medium to low light and, depending on the amount of light, will develop more or fewer flowers. Simply check it once a week and see if it’s dry and needs water.

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Parsley

If you’d like fresh herbs all year long, you’re in luck. From experience, all you need to do is put it near a window, water it when it looks dry and voila!

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Chives

Same with chives. I’ve had mine for two years *pats self on the back,* and TBH, that’s saying something because I’m someone who wasn’t gifted with a green thumb. Happy planting!