Pros
Comes in a container with drainage holes
Easy to maintain and propagate
Cons
Some customers received their plant in poor condition
These plants are often recommended for beginners because they're pretty easy to take care of. Several Amazon reviewers shared that they had success keeping this plant alive in a low-light environment, and they also aren't too finicky when it comes to watering.
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These low-maintenance plants can tolerate low light and infrequent watering. One happy reviewer shared, "I choose a cast iron plant for my bedroom which gets very little light as we have darkening curtains that are most often closed. She's doing great!"
| Water Needs | About 1 cup every 1 to 2 weeks; let the soil completely dry out between waterings |
Pros
Can grow quite big
Trendy
Cons
Won't grow as large in low light
These show-stopping plants are nicknamed the "Swiss cheese plant," thanks to the pattern of the leaves. Like many plants, it prefers bright light, but can still survive in low-light rooms.
| Water Needs | Once every 1 to 2 weeks, allow soil to dry out between waterings |
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Looking for a tall plant to add some striking greenery to your room? I got you! This bird of paradise plant is 2 to 3 feet tall when it arrives. Though these plants thrive with bright, direct sunlight, they can still tolerate low-light environments as well.
| Water Needs | 2 to 3 cups per week |
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Many customers received it with blooms already sprouting
Affordable
Cons
A few customers say soil was frozen when they opened the package
This flowering plant would make a great gift for your mom, just saying! But I don't blame you if you'd rather gift it to yourself.
| Water Needs | 1 cup once a week |
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These hardy plants are not only gorgeous, they can handle low light environments, like a bathroom or kitchen. One reviewer shared, "It arrived in cold weather and suffered no damage or issues. Nice looking, great directions and nicely planted."
| Water Needs | Water 2 to 3 times per week |
Pros
Could not be easier to maintain
Unique
Cons
May have slight smell upon arrival
Kokedama — which translates to "moss ball" — is a Japanese art form. This preserved hanging plant requires no upkeep at all, so you'll never have to water it or move it around to make sure it gets enough light.
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You might assume that a palm tree would need tons of direct sunlight, but actually, direct sunlight can burn the leaves of these pretty plants. They prefer bright, indirect sunlight but can manage in low-light environments as well.
| Water Needs | 1 cup of water every two weeks |
How pretty is this?? The pattern on this plant adds some life to any space. Pro tip: these plants can be a little picky about their water, so if you're having issues, try watering it with distilled water.
| Water Needs | Once every 1 to 2 weeks; sensitive to hard water |
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Comes in a ceramic planter
Grows moderately fast
Cons
Grows best in bright light
This striking succulent adds some style to any room. These guys prefer bright, direct sunlight, but many plant owners have managed to keep these alive even in low-light environments, since they're pretty hardy.
| Water Needs | About 1/2 cup every 2 weeks |
I have one of these in my home and it's incredibly easy to maintain. Like, you can pretty much forget about it for weeks and it'll be just fine. I'm confident it could survive a low-light corner of your home.
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Comes in 12-inch or 22-inch sizes
Air-purifying
Cons
A few customers received a soaked, wilted plant
This sturdy indoor plant can withstand almost any condition, even a windowless office (per Amazon reviewers). Bonus: it's also air-purifying.
| Water Needs | 1 cup every 2 weeks |
Pros
Resilient
Safe for pets
Cons
Variegation may not be as pretty in low light conditions
This adorable lil plant is best adapted to environments where it'll get some direct sun or light, but it can tolerate medium-to-low light environments as well.
| Water Needs | Weekly in summer, less often in cool months |
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Snake plants are also often recommended as beginner plants since they're both striking and easy to maintain. This one will thrive in your office, bedroom, living room, or basically anywhere else.
| Water Needs | 1 cup once a week |
Pros
Air-purifying
Adaptable to different environments
Cons
Toxic to pets
This leafy plant symbolizes health and abundance, making it a happy addition to any home. It prefers bright, indirect sunlight, but will tolerate low light environments as well. You might see less bright colors in a low light environment, but it's still gorgeous.
| Water Needs | About once a week, allow the top 2-3 inches to dry out between waterings |
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Pros
Safe for pets
Comes with two hearts
Cons
Relatively expensive
How! cute! are! these! Just saying, these would make an adorable gift. They'll tolerate low light, but if you want them to flourish and grow, you'll want to find a spot with more natural light.
| Water Needs | Once every 2 to 3 weeks |
Pros
Pretty blooms
Several reviewers were surprised at how good it looked post-shipping
Cons
Some customers say the blooms fell off quickly
We may have a long way to go until Christmas, but there's no bad time of year to add this cute, colorful little cactus to your lineup.
| Water Needs | Every 2 to 3 weeks |
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Pros
Variety of planter options available
Arrives with room to grow as it adapts to your home’s conditions
Cons
Expensive
If you're looking to splash out on a plant this year, make it this one. It's tolerant of low-light conditions and is sure to garner tons of compliments when you post it on IG.
| Water Needs | Every 1 to 2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out in between waterings |
Pros
Air purifying
Safe for cats and dogs
Cons
Specific moisture needs
According to Grounded, this plant can tolerate low-light conditions, but it may change the appearance of the leaves. Also, fun fact: these plants open and close their leaves throughout the day!
| Water Needs | Thrives when soil is "moist but not wet" and prefers room-temperature non-tap water |
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