Gorgeous Low Maintenance Plants To Decorate Your Home & Office

By Karmen on 03 Apr 2020

Digital Editor

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The benefits of having houseplants go beyond just decorative purposes, they can also improve air quality and boost your mood!

The catch is that taking care of houseplants require a lot of time and dedication. If you don't have green thumbs or are too lazy to get from houseplant novice to expert, it's best to start with the easier varieties. You can still enjoy nature and greenery in your home with our five picks of low maintenance plants.

Keep reading to check them out!

#1 Dracaena

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The dracaena plant will survive even with a little neglect! The hot and humid Singapore climate is perfect for this plant so you'll only have to do the bare minimum to care for it.

Place it in an area with indirect light and mist the leaves and soil lightly. Make sure not to overwater the plant!

#2 Money plant

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Money plants, also known as Epipremnum Aureum, are almost impossible to kill! This indestructible plant thrives under partial or filtered light and only needs to be watered once the soil dries out. Keep it on your desk in a small pot or display it as a hanging plant. ?

#3 Zanzibar Gem

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Besides its cool name, this plant with shiny, waxy leaves makes a grand statement without needing much attention! Display it proudly in an area that receives bright direct sunlight to admire while watering it just once a fortnight.

#4 Spider plant

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These cute plants have long thin leaves that branch out to look like a spider's legs, hence the name! Keep it under indirect sunlight and wait for the soil to dry partially before watering.

#5 Snake plant

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The Snake Plant, or Sansevieria Trifasciata, is one of the most hardy species of houseplants. It has long, stiff leaves and the Mother-In-Law's Tongue variety has a yellow border around the leaves.

It prefers indirect light or partial shade and a loose, well-drained potting mix. You don't have to worry about forgetting to water it either. Only water it when the soil feels dry to the touch as too much watering could kill the plant!

If none of these plants struck your fancy, check out more houseplants that are easy to care for!

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Text by: GirlStyle SG