A Plant For Every Room

Plants are a great way to decorate your home. They add vibrancy, colour, and according to some studies, they can even lower your stress levels. Know which plants are right for each part of your home based on their properties, and think about adding a few today!

For the Kitchen

Spruce up the space and your cooking with fresh herbs! Small, potted herb plants like parsley, mint, and chives do well if your kitchen doesn’t have windows. If you do have some sunshine pouring in those kitchen windows, consider basil or rosemary. Aloe vera also favours sunlight, and a pinch of the gel from the outer leaves will help soothe any cooking burns.

For the Living Room

This is where you want to make a statement! Consider orchids on your coffee table - they come in a variety of colours and sizes to complement your space, and can bloom for months. If you have a spare corner to fill, a larger pot of fiddle-leaf fig grows well in bright, indirect light (and is a popular trend on social media right now). For newbie plant owners, snake plants with their bold, upright leaves are difficult to kill.

For the Bedroom

Make your comfort space even cozier - use plants as a method to purify the air in your bedroom, as well as help you de-stress and relax. Potted English ivy, Chinese evergreen, or spider plants are great options. Though not usually grown inside, a small pot of lavender will help you fall asleep if you tend to toss and turn all night.

For the Bathroom

Plants that thrive in humidity are a great addition to your bathroom. Bamboo is a low-maintenance plant that provides a spa-like atmosphere. Peace lilies are from the tropics and are easy to perk up with some water. If you have the space for a majesty palm, they love humid conditions and can handle lower light.

For the Basement

For darker rooms with little to no natural light, such as a basement, ferns are a great option. Maidenhair, button, and rabbit’s foot are all types of ferns for low-light situations - or branch out into other houseplants such as philodendrons, arrowhead plants, and cast-iron plants.

Overall, plants will help you to create the mood you’re looking for. If you’re nervous around plant care, start with one room and one plant. You’ll soon find yourself wanting a plant for every room!